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Airline passengers hate middle seats. But that’s not why United is getting rid of some of them

United Airlines is removing some middle seats from its new aircraft, betting travelers will pay more for extra space and a more comfortable economy experience.

Volkswagen profits drop 10% as embattled automaker considers massive job cuts

Volkswagen's profits fell sharply in the second quarter as the automaker weighs major job cuts and a sweeping restructuring to compete with China's fast-growing electric vehicle manufacturers.

Trump launches new tariff push targeting dozens of countries

The Trump administration is imposing new tariffs on imports from dozens of trading partners, using a different legal authority after the Supreme Court blocked the president's earlier tariff strategy.

The world’s most important market is flashing red about the Iran war

Rising oil prices fueled by the Iran conflict are shaking the U.S. bond market, driving Treasury yields higher and increasing borrowing costs for mortgages, loans and businesses.

Powering the Future 2026 Energizes Houston’s Next Economic Frontier

More than 260 industry leaders gathered at San Jacinto College to explore how AI-driven data centers are reshaping energy demand—and why the Houston Port Region is poised to power the next wave of economic growth.

Taco Rico franchise owner apologizes after racial slur incident at World Cup watch party

A World Cup celebration in Miami Beach turned into a public relations crisis after a Taco Rico franchise owner was caught on video using a racial slur, prompting an apology, a corporate review and backlash that spread to unrelated franchise …

💗 Women In Alliance Women’s Leadership Summit & Luncheon: Where Port Region Power Meets Pink

Women leaders from across Greater Houston will gather in Pasadena for the Women In Alliance Leadership Summit, a day dedicated to networking, career growth and empowering the next generation of industry trailblazers.

As SEC football media days begin, the specter of recent Big Ten dominance looms

As the World Cup gives way to college football season, the SEC enters 2026 facing an unfamiliar reality: the Big Ten has seized the sport's biggest prizes, raising questions about whether the conference that says "It Just Means More" still …

Trump’s new 50% tariffs on Canada risk igniting a fresh trade war

President Donald Trump is imposing new 50% tariffs on billions of dollars in Canadian imports, raising the prospect of renewed trade tensions between the longtime North American allies.

H-E-B’s Joe V’s Smart Shop Doubles Down on Houston with Two New Stores

H-E-B is bringing two new Joe V’s Smart Shop stores to the Houston area, adding more than 400 jobs, affordable groceries and the chain’s first South Flo Pizza locations in 2027.

Dr. Margaret Ford Fisher Powers a Forward-Looking Economic Conversation with Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan

Houston City College Chancellor Dr. Margaret Ford Fisher brought education, innovation and economic policy together while moderating a high-profile discussion with Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan on the future of AI, energy and the workforce.

Houston Parks Board Names Ali Flanders Dodson as Chief Advancement Officer

Houston Parks Board has named veteran nonprofit fundraiser Ali Flanders Dodson as chief advancement officer to lead philanthropic growth, communications and community engagement as the organization celebrates its 50th anniversary and continues expanding parks and trails across Greater Houston.

Gas prices back at $4 a gallon

Gas prices are back above $4 a gallon nationwide as escalating US-Iran conflict disrupts global oil supplies, with experts warning drivers could soon pay even more.

Examining how much of your tax dollars paid for the World Cup in Kansas City

Kansas City spent about $248 million in public funds to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup—but was it a smart investment that will pay off for years, or money that should have gone to more pressing community needs?

Nasdaq, S&P 500 drop 1% after China’s latest AI breakthrough rattles tech stocks

Global markets tumbled as a powerful new Chinese AI model reignited fears over U.S. tech dominance, while rising oil prices added fresh concerns about inflation and economic growth.