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Days After Mass Bricking Event, Waymo Fleet Shuts Down Again - Futurism

Not long after its robotaxi fleet plunged into disarray because of a simple power outage, Waymo is once again suspending operations.

Homeowner confused after stumbling upon mysterious device in their driveway: 'Strange thing to find' - Yahoo

Redditors were quick to chime in.

How 22 years as an automotive executive helped Laura Schwab build her own brand - ABC News

Comeback Town: Huntsville didn’t need UAB to win Eli Lilly — and that should terrify Birmingham - AL.com

With UAB and Southern Research, many have assumed that Birmingham is the state’s life sciences giant, but that thinking may be living in the past, along with thinking that Birmingham is the state’s largest city.

An intriguing AI play is emerging as the new year approaches, according to Wells Fargo - CNBC

This chip supplier is trading at attractive risk-reward levels heading into 2026, Wells Fargo analyst Joe Quatrochi said.

Snowflake CEO: Big Tech’s grip on AI will loosen in 2026 — plus 6 more predictions that will define the year - Fortune

Big Tech’s grip on AI will loosen in 2026.

These are the Seattle area’s Gen Z homeowners. How did they do it? - The Seattle Times

The U.S. median age for first-time homebuyers has hit a record high of 40 years old. But some Gen Zers found ways to break into Seattle's tough housing market.

Paris Hilton took out a mortgage on the $63 million mansion she bought from Mark Wahlberg. Here’s why that’s actually a smart financial decision - Yahoo Finance

The reality star made a savvy move in financing her megamansion.

New York subway ends its MetroCard era and switches fully to tap-and-go fares - ABC News

The New York City transit system is retiring the MetroCard after more than 30 years

How energy powers your AI work and fun: a step-by-step guide - Axios

Whether it's a memo for your boss or a meme of your cat, it's all produced the same way.

Minimum wage will rise in 19 states starting Jan. 1 - Axios

More than 8.3 million workers will see their pay go up on Jan. 1

Restaurants' hottest menu item in 2025 was 'value.' That won't change next year - CNBC

Restaurant chains bet on value in 2025, and they're not likely to ditch the strategy next year.

Britain Pushed Ahead With Green Power. Its Grid Can’t Handle It. - The Wall Street Journal

N.J.’s ‘ghost malls’ need new life. Can these vibrant small businesses save them? - NJ.com

Some entrepreneurs are paying less than $1,000 monthly to rent storefronts that once housed major chains as New Jersey's malls turn to small businesses to survive.

Y’all thought stocks and crypto would soar - Morning Brew

While you didn’t hit the nail square on the head, you didn’t exactly smash your fingers, either.

Disneyland's current novelty is a $250 drink served from a cart - SFGATE

It's only available for a few weeks a year, and it's a different kind of splurge.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike’s restaurant offerings can feel like a trip back in time - Inquirer.com

Restaurants on the turnpike have a captive audience and are part of a 30-year lease agreement. That’s made for some interesting — and nostalgic — options for travelers.

The Dollar Is Facing an End to Its Dominance - WIRED

Questions around the reliability of the US greenback are dulling the luster of what was the world’s currency of trade. New, global alternatives are emerging.

It's Not Just a COLA: 4 Big Social Security Changes Happening in 2026 - The Motley Fool

Get ready for a big shakeup.

5 Incredible Growth Stocks to Buy for 2026 - Yahoo Finance

All of these stocks have excellent chances in 2026 and beyond.