Soaring oil prices fueled by the U.S.-Iran war have delivered record-breaking profits for ExxonMobil and Chevron, even as higher fuel costs continue to squeeze consumers.

While egg prices have dropped sharply since early 2025, new federal data show most everyday goods and services have become more expensive, undercutting claims that prices across the board are falling.

Lower gas prices briefly cooled inflation and boosted consumer spending in June, but economists warn renewed tensions with Iran and rising energy costs could quickly reverse those gains.

The U.S. economy slowed more than expected in the second quarter as a widening AI-driven trade deficit weighed on growth, even as strong consumer spending and business investment kept the expansion on track.

H-E-B is partnering with Communities In Schools of Houston for a back-to-school donation campaign that helps provide essential school supplies and resources to students across the Houston area.

European soccer’s governing body has unanimously backed a boycott of future FIFA World Cups, escalating a major dispute over plans to bring private investment into the sport’s biggest tournaments.

Mortgage rates have climbed to their highest level in a year as the Iran war fuels oil-price fears and persistent inflation, adding new pressure to an already sluggish U.S. housing market.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is urging the U.S. to compete with—not ban—Chinese AI, arguing that innovation, not restrictions, is the best path to winning the global artificial intelligence race.

The Trump administration has banned new imports of Chinese-made humanoid and quadruped robots, escalating the U.S.-China technology rivalry over AI, cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing.

Apple is rolling out a new leasing program for iPhones, Macs, and other premium devices, offering lower monthly payments as rising tech prices make buying new gadgets more expensive.

Artificial intelligence is fueling more than innovation—experts say the AI boom is also pushing up electricity bills, electronics prices, and other everyday costs for American consumers.

LeBron James' move to the Philadelphia 76ers is already energizing the city, with fans flocking to stores for team merchandise and dreaming of a long-awaited NBA championship.

The minivan is making an unexpected comeback as millennial parents ditch expensive SUVs for family-friendly rides packed with sliding doors, hybrid efficiency, hidden comforts and plenty of cupholders.

With inflation pressures shifting and Fed officials sending mixed signals, this week's interest-rate decision could set the tone for the U.S. economy and financial markets for months to come.

Robert Glasper may have ignited the debate, but Houston City College is proving that in the booming lash industry, beauty isn't just in the eye of the beholder—it's a licensed career with real earning power.