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‘Nightmare of noise’: S.F. residents say a PG&E fix to restore power is driving them crazy - sfchronicle.com

‘Nightmare of noise’: S.F. residents say a PG&E fix to restore power — truck-sized generators fed by diesel fuel — is driving them crazy

More companies charging restocking fees this year than last as many make returns after Christmas 2025 | What to know - ABC7 Chicago

The holiday return rush is on, and more and more stores are charging fees to take those items back.

Both of these influencers are successful - but only one is human - BBC

Some say AI is ruining social media, but others see its potential to democratise who gains fame online.

Is texting behind the wheel of a self-driving Tesla crazy? - BBC

Elon Musk says Tesla's automated software will allow its passengers to text in certain conditions.

Former employees haven’t been paid after opening of D.C. bar; owner disputes timing under law - WUSA9

The owner confirming several employees were terminated, but says he has 30 days to pay them under the law. DC office of wage-hour says it must be the next day

Trader Joe's drops $22M on big new store in coastal California city - SFGATE

Trader Joe's, the California-based grocery chain, has purchased a former Rite Aid in Santa Monica for $22 million with plans to open another LA-area location.

Former ULA president and CEO Tory Bruno joins Blue Origin - Spaceflight Now

LG to unveil a new home robot helper at CES 2026 - Mashable

It's called CLOiD.

Roanoke family sues airlines after allegedly being attacked by bed bugs during flight - WSET

A Roanoke family is suing an airline company, alleging the entire family was bitten by bed bugs during their flight.

Six Arizona Lottery winners hit big over the holidays - AZ Family

Over the holidays, six lucky Arizona Lottery players hit big across the state.

What to know about the Christmas Eve Powerball jackpot in Arkansas worth $1.8 billion - AP News

Christmas came early for someone who purchased a Powerball ticket worth more than $1.8 billion at a gas station outside Little Rock, Arkansas. The lone winner in Wednesday’s Christmas Eve drawing matched all five winning numbers and the Powerball to capture t…

Brutal Year for Stock Picking Spurs Trillion-Dollar Fund Exodus - Bloomberg.com

The last thing a diversified fund manager wants is to run a portfolio dominated by just seven technology companies — all American, all megacap, clustered in the same corner of the economy. Yet as the S&P 500 pushed to fresh records this week, investors were a…

Nvidia Deal With Groq Called 'Strategic' Amid Rise Of Custom AI Chips - Investor's Business Daily

Nvidia's technology licensing deal with Groq and hiring of the AI start-up's key personnel is a strategic move. Nvidia stock rose.

Silver prices continue soaring as debt fears and geopolitical tensions send precious metals to fresh record highs - Fortune

So far this year, silver has spiked 169%, platinum has shot up 172%, and palladium has soared 124%.

Technology can’t kill this popular Midwestern bar game - The Washington Post

Pull tabs, legal in Minnesota and a few other states, have been a cherished Midwestern tradition for nearly 50 years.

5 Best After-Christmas Sales: 84% Off J.Crew Styles, a $373-Off Kate Spade Bag, and Madewell Double-Discounts - instyle.com

The best after-Christmas sales include J.Crew, Madewell, and Anthropologie, with double-discounts on sweaters, comfy jeans, suede jackets, and more winter fashion up to 84 percent off. Kate Spade Outlet bags are up to 82 percent off, and Nordstrom’s Half-Year…

Betting on climate failure, these investors could earn billions - Politico

Investment firms have put over $100 million into developing risky technologies that could cool the planet with unknown side effects.

Tesla Eyes $3 Trillion Valuation. Here's What Noted Bull Dan Ives Expects From The Elon Musk-Led Company In 2026. - Investor's Business Daily

Wedbush analyst Dan Ives has labeled 2026 a "defining year" for Tesla stock. Here are the key milestones for investors to watch.

Oil Loses Ground On Russia-Ukraine Peace Efforts - The Wall Street Journal

Doubling down on DFW: American further strengthens its Flagship hub - American Airlines Newsroom

American Airlines is fundamentally changing the way it does business at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), the airline’s largest hub, and the airline’s customers will soon benefit from those changes in a meaningful way.