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Carvana stock split: Date, timeline, and what the historic proposal means for investors in 2026

Shareholders will get to decide next month if the 14-year-old used-car company should proceed with its first-ever stock split. Here’s what to know.

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Kohl’s stores closing update: CEO reveals what happens next after dozens of locations shuttered last year

Though the department store chain has had its struggles, the vast majority of its stores are profitable, according to boss Michael Bender.

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America’s biggest public storage company is about to get even bigger

Public Storage announced plans to acquire one of its main competitors, National Storage Affiliates, to create a $57 billion storage giant.

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Amazon will now ship some products to you in 1 hour. But boy, will it cost you

The e-commerce giant is launching super-fast delivery service in select cities and towns across the United States. Be prepared for sticker shock.

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Krispy Kreme is giving away free doughnuts for St. Patrick’s Day today. But you have to wear the right thing

You don’t have to be Irish to take advantage of the popular chain’s freebie offer on Tuesday, March 17. Here’s what to know.

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Micron and Sandisk stocks are soaring today, but the stunning memory chip rally could mean bad news for you

The world is seeing a full-blown RAM crisis in 2026 due to the hardware needed to power the AI boom. That spells trouble for consumer electronics.

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4 MacBook Neo productivity apps you need to try right now

Apple’s popular and inexpensive new laptop has hidden perks.

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Carnival Cruise Line just announced a big change to dinner on its cruises. Here’s what’s different

The new service aims to give passengers a quicker multi-course dinner so they can spend more time enjoying entertainment and nightlife onboard...

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Adobe stock is not reacting well to the planned departure of longtime CEO Shantanu Narayen

Narayen, who oversaw Adobe’s transformation into a subscription-based company, leaves as software makers are seen as being vulnerable to AI.

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Bumble stock is up today. Whitney Wolfe Herd’s solution to ‘swipe fatigue’ might be part of the reason why

On the surface, the company’s latest financial results weren’t great, but investors are responding positively anyway. Here’s what to know.

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When can I download iOS 26.4? iPhone update timeline as release date nears and new features set to debut

Apple’s much-anticipated release is set to not just eliminate bugs but also add features and further enhance the Liquid Glass interface.

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Pershing Square IPO: Billionaire Bill Ackman’s hedge fund plans dual stock listing on the NYSE

The hedge fund owns shares in several notable companies, including Alphabet, Meta, Uber, and Chipotle, according to an S-1 filing with the SEC.

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A NASA spacecraft could crash into the Earth today. The chances of it hitting someone are tiny, but not zero

The Van Allen Probe A, which launched in 2012, is coming home. Here’s the latest update on what will hopefully be an uneventful reentry.

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Starbucks rewards changes start today with new tiers: How to tell if you’re Green, Gold, or Reserve

Your morning cup of coffee will now come with a whole new loyalty system for collecting Starbucks “stars.” We’ll help you break down how it works.

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Hims & Hers stock price is surging today. A surprising rumor about Novo Nordisk is the reason why

After a contentious relationship and legal threats, few had ever expected the companies to work together again.

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The MacBook Neo establishes Apple as an affordable tech brand

It’s a new era for Apple, one that actually started 20 years ago.

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Gap stock sinks after earnings. The real story may be what happened to 800 stores

Severe winter storms forced temporary closures at hundreds of Gap Inc. locations during the fourth quarter, a disruption the retailer says weighed on...

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Tech and finance layoffs: Oracle, Block, Morgan Stanley, Capital One headline brutal week for job losses

Banking, fintech, and software firms are shedding thousands of jobs, according to recent media reports. It’s not all because of AI.

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Kroger joins Trader Joe’s in recall of rice products: Growing fears of glass fragments spark dramatic expansion

A recall that initially included about 3 million pounds of frozen food products is now 10 times larger. Carrots are now believed to be the culprit.

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Bitcoin, XRP, and other crypto prices are rising today. What Trump said on Truth Social to boost digital assets

With tokens sliding in value this year, the president just weighed in on cryptocurrency legislation. It’s not the only reason for this week’s...

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Stock market update: Dow, Nasdaq, and S&P fall as Iran uncertainty abounds

Roughly 20% of the world’s oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz. Its sudden closure is forcing investors to reassess energy prices, corporate...

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Target stock is up even though sales were down. Why the retailer is getting a surprise bump today

With a newly installed CEO, the company just revealed a much-needed glimmer of hope for 2026.

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Scanning that QR code can leave you vulnerable. Here’s how to protect yourself

It’s hard to believe that something nefarious can lie within a QR code, but it can.

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Burger King is making 3 changes to the Whopper. The most important change has nothing to do with the taste

Drowning in a sea of complaints over the last few years, the fast food chain came up with a few modifications that hopefully won’t increase the price.

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Duolingo stock is falling off a cliff, continuing a dramatic collapse. You can’t just blame that ‘AI first’ memo

Investors are dumping Duolingo after it released underwhelming guidance for 2026. Shares have seen their value slashed since their high point in May...

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Netflix stock price rises along with Paramount while WBD falls. How the merger shakeup is impacting markets

In a surprise move, the streaming giant has decided to walk away from a deal that would have reshaped Hollywood. Some investors appear to be cheering.

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Quantum computing stocks soar: IonQ, D-Wave, Rigetti, and QUBT are rising today. But why—and will it last?

Publicly traded quantum computing stocks have been volatile, with four major firms seeing shares slump in 2026. Could their fortunes be changing...

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AMC is closing more theaters: List of doomed cinema locations will grow in 2026 as meme stock craze sputters

In an earnings call on Tuesday, the chain’s chief financial officer said AMC will continue to shutter more locations than it opens going forward.

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Frozen meatball recall: Product sold at Aldi could cause serious harm. Check your freezer now

An alert from the U.S. Food Safety and Inspection Service warns of a risk of injury if the recalled meatballs are consumed.

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Bitcoin is crashing for 3 reasons today. They have more to do with the state of the world than the crypto market

The cryptocurrency is once again flirting with fresh lows after various news events over the past 24 hours have rattled investors. Here’s what to...

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Flight cancellations update: American, Delta, and United Airlines issue airport alerts as blizzard batters Northeast

As of early Monday, more than 6,000 U.S. flights have been delayed or canceled as cities like New York and Boston grapple with a major snowstorm.

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Why using facial recognition on your phone could leave you vulnerable

Journalists and activists aren’t the only ones who can have their biometrics used against them. Here’s how to protect yourself.

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Walgreens is laying off hundreds of workers, but its list of store closures in 2026 might not be as big as feared

The pharmacy chain, which was taken private last year, has confirmed that it will cut some employees as it focuses on improving the in-store...

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James Cameron just made 3 arguments against Netflix buying Warner Bros. The last one has stakes for the entire world

While many in Hollywood have resisted speaking out against the controversial megamerger, the ‘Titanic’ director said it would be ‘disastrous.’

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‘This is very serious’: Judge threatens AI glasses wearers with contempt during Mark Zuckerberg’s testimony

The incident, which took place during a closely watched social media trial, reflects broader concerns over smart glasses and the loss of privacy in...

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Fiverr stock price is collapsing today as the freelancer platform tries to put a positive spin on AI disruption

CEO Micha Kaufman argues that the company is in a unique position to capitalize on AI transformation. Investors seem to disagree.

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Magnificent 7 stocks are down for 2 reasons in 2026. The second reason is outside their control

The so-called Magnificent 7 tech stocks are all down in early 2026, raising new questions about AI spending and market risk.

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Krispy Kreme is giving away free doughnuts today for Fat Tuesday 2026. There’s just one tiny catch

The doughnut chain known for its freewheeling freebies is offering an original glazed doughnut on the day before Ash Wednesday. Here’s what to know.

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While the U.S. marks Presidents’ Day, Lunar New Year begins for millions of Chinese Americans

As Americans mark Presidents’ Day, millions around the world are welcoming Lunar New Year—one of the most culturally significant holidays of the year.

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Memory chip stocks: Why Micron and Sandisk are soaring today as shortage fuels global RAM demand

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Saks closing stores: Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus locations are shuttering in 9 states. See the full list

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Spotify executives just revealed why you couldn’t stop talking about Wrapped: ‘We turned up the dial’

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Target layoffs: Retail giant is slashing more jobs in 2026 as new CEO hopes to lift customer experience

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AI Super Bowl commercials: All the spots from Anthropic, OpenAI, Amazon, Google, Meta, and others

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Those unsolicited credit card offers in your mailbox leave you vulnerable. Here’s how to get them to stop

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M&M recall 2026: Chocolate candy sold in 20 states has a dangerous defect

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Bitcoin crash update: Punishing price slide has investors wondering today: Where is the bottom?

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XRP price keeps tumbling as Trump-era crypto gains get wiped out. How low can it go in 2026?

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Bahama Breeze is closing all locations, but Olive Garden parent will convert some restaurants. See the full list

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FUBO reverse stock split: FuboTV makes a rare move, streamer’s share price plunges 25%

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