The US economy added 162,000 jobs in August, more than double expectations
August delivered a surprising jobs comeback with 162,000 new positions—but slowing wage growth and rising long-term unemployment show the labor market may still be on shaky ground.
US oil deal promises a flood of investment in Venezuela. When will its people feel the benefits?
Venezuela’s massive new oil deal is fueling hopes of an economic comeback—but experts warn the billions could take years to reach ordinary people and fix the country’s deep-rooted problems.
Volkswagen to slash half its vehicle lineup and 50,000 jobs in cost-cutting effort
Volkswagen is making a drastic U-turn as it plans to cut 50,000 jobs and slash half its vehicle lineup amid rising Chinese competition, tariffs and mounting pressure on the auto industry.
Tesla keeps hyping robotaxis as its future. But it’s trailing rival Waymo in a field yet to prove profitable
Tesla’s Cybercab is finally hitting the spotlight—but with Waymo miles ahead, the bigger question may be whether Tesla’s robotaxi dream can actually make money.
Clippers docked 5 first-round draft picks and fined $30 million following Kawhi Leonard probe
The Clippers just got hit with a historic NBA punishment—five first-round picks forfeited, a $30 million fine and a one-year suspension for Steve Ballmer.
Southwest launching network of passenger lounges at BWI and 3 other airports
Southwest is bringing 33,000 square feet of lounge luxury to BWI—and this is just the beginning of a nationwide airport lounge expansion.
Burger Bodega Goes West: Houston Smashburger Favorite Opens First Katy Location September 19
Burger Bodega is bringing its award-winning Houston smashburgers to Katy—and the September 19 grand opening is shaping up to be one delicious neighborhood takeover.
First challenge to prediction markets reaches Supreme Court
Prediction markets are headed for a showdown at the Supreme Court as New Jersey moves to shut them down, potentially deciding the future of platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket.
'Dream come true' | He’s been shot before. Now, this man cuts hair in his RV to inspire others
He turned an RV into a barbershop—and transformed a difficult past into a mission to show others that starting over is possible.
Chevron pledges to double its Venezuelan oil production
Chevron is betting $7 billion on Venezuela’s oil future, aiming to double production by 2031 in a move that could reshape America’s energy strategy.
The Next Industrial Age: Peter Huntsman & Ryan Sitton Take the Stage at Gulf Coast Industry Forum
Houston’s industrial future takes center stage as Peter Huntsman and Ryan Sitton prepare to tackle the big question: What will it take for America to lead the next industrial age?
IACCGH Connects Business Across Borders and Beyond at 2026 Houston Gala
Houston’s Indo-American business community came together for a night of big honors, powerful connections and a look at where Houston–India commerce goes next.
Global bonds sell off as Middle East conflict escalates, further stoking inflation fears
Global bond yields are surging to decades-high levels as war, rising oil prices and inflation fears threaten to make borrowing even more expensive.
Inexpensive new cars are becoming tougher and tougher to find
The $25,000 new car is disappearing fast—so how did SUVs costing $40,000 to $80,000 become the new normal for American buyers?
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