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Automation at the order window
U.S. restaurants are expanding voice AI at drive-thru lanes, with vendors eyeing Canada next and labour advocates warning about entry-level job losses
Saudi Arabia football
The defender, recently dropped from the national team, scored his first Saudi Arabia goal after a turbulent spell at club level and a late return to the World Cup squad
World Cup health preparedness
Health officials are watching an outbreak in the DRC as millions travel for the tournament, while experts say measles, COVID-19 and flu remain more likely crowd-related threats
Food safety
The voluntary recall covers whole milk powdered infant formula sold in the U.S. through Target, Target.com and Nara.com, according to an FDA notice
Media consolidation
The cash-and-stock agreement would pair Fox’s live news and sports business with Roku’s streaming platform and is expected to close in the first half of 2027
Inflation
The producer price index rose faster than economists expected, lifting annual wholesale inflation to 6.5%, its highest rate since November 2022
Inflation
The consumer price index matched forecasts as energy prices jumped, while core inflation came in softer on a monthly basis
Artificial intelligence
The ChatGPT maker says no timing has been set, but its filing follows Anthropic’s own public-listing plans and a looming SpaceX debut
Food costs
Flashfood, Too Good To Go, Ibotta and other food-saving apps offer different ways to find discounts, use leftovers, earn rewards or locate free local food
Prediction markets
CBS News reports that young men are driving much of the activity on platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket, where quick gains can be followed by steep losses
Auto safety recall
The company says affected Jeep owners should park away from buildings and other vehicles until a repair is available, with a remedy expected no later than July
Entry-level hiring
Recent graduates describe sending hundreds of applications into systems that can feel opaque, as economists point to weak hiring, employer uncertainty and AI-driven screening
Citizenship debate
Trump has criticized automatic citizenship at birth, while a Times summary says countries that reject the practice can face their own complications
Labor market
April’s JOLTS report showed stronger demand for workers but slower actual hiring, reinforcing a labor market with limited churn
Grocery retail
Whole Foods, Target and specialty brands are expanding Asian snacks, sauces and frozen foods as consumer demand pushes global flavors into mainstream grocery aisles
U.S. politics
A CBC Radio discussion points to a reported $3-billion rise in Donald Trump’s net worth and a broader debate over self-enrichment, ethics rules and presidential power
Auto finance
Experian Automotive says most $1,000-plus monthly payments are tied to non-luxury vehicles, led by popular pickup trucks rather than high-end brands
Inflation report
The Fed’s preferred inflation gauge showed softer monthly core price growth, but headline inflation still reached 3.8% from a year earlier
Drinking Water
The Biden-era rules were adopted after research linked the compounds to serious health problems; details on which limits would be withdrawn remain limited in the supplied source material
Public health
The 30-day CDC order restricts many non-exempt travelers who were recently in Congo, Uganda or South Sudan, while officials say the immediate U.S. public risk remains low
Inflation outlook
The Philadelphia Fed’s Survey of Professional Forecasters sharply raised inflation estimates after April price data showed consumer and wholesale prices at multiyear highs
Coal plant costs
Available source material says costs have been mounting since the administration began directing aging coal plants to stay open, but key details remain limited
Corporate restructuring
The coffee chain says the latest cuts are part of its Back to Starbucks turnaround plan and will not affect coffeehouse employees
Fed policy
Ed Yardeni says the 2-year Treasury yield is flashing concern that rates are too low to contain inflation, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent argues the latest price surge should fade
Inflation pressure
Gasoline and groceries pushed April prices higher, putting renewed pressure on consumers, the Federal Reserve and President Donald Trump’s party before the midterms
Inflation report
The consumer price index climbed 0.6% from March, matching monthly forecasts, while the annual rate topped the Dow Jones consensus and kept pressure on the Federal Reserve
International students
Students say some employers are passing them over for interviews and jobs because of visa restrictions, leaving some to weigh leaving the United States
Immigration
A CBS News analysis found more than 12,000 people withdrew, abandoned asylum claims or agreed to leave after ICE sought to cut cases short by routing them to other countries
Energy costs
The national average is up more than 50% since the war began, while companies are also dealing with higher aluminum costs tied to Middle East disruptions
Canvas cyberattack
Instructure said it restored most access Friday after taking the learning platform offline, while a threat analyst said ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for the breach
Airline costs
Transportation Department data show carriers paid $5.06 billion for jet fuel in March, a cost shock already pressuring forecasts, fees and routes
Supplement retail
The wearable patch maker told CNBC it will enter 1,700 Walmart stores with new digestive and motion sickness products as it projects revenue to double this year
Vaccine safety research
An HHS spokesperson said the studies drew conclusions not supported by the data; reporting cited FDA work with firms to analyze millions of patient records
Health insurers
UnitedHealth, Elevance, Cigna and Humana beat first-quarter estimates, yet analysts say delayed medical claims make the second quarter the clearer gauge of cost trends
FDA scrutiny
The FDA commissioner told CNBC he stands with agency scientists after criticism over recent decisions, including the rejection of Replimune’s melanoma drug candidate
Wind power
Companies say the delays have worsened sharply in recent weeks, according to a saved summary of a New York Times report
Weight-loss drugs
As use of weight-loss drugs rises, brands and retailers are seeing more demand for scalp treatments, supplements and products aimed at thinning hair
Drug compounding
The agency says it sees no clinical need for outsourcing facilities to make bulk compounded versions of semaglutide, tirzepatide and liraglutide when approved drugs are available
Air travel
First-time applicants can get $20 off a five-year membership in May, lowering the cost to as little as $56.75 depending on enrollment provider
Household finances
The April survey found deepening worries over inflation, energy costs, retirement savings and credit card payments, with pessimism at its highest level since Gallup began asking in 2001
Travel security
First-time applicants in May can get $20 off a five-year membership as summer travel approaches and airfare costs rise
Federal indictment
Dr. David Morens is accused of using private email to evade public records rules while working at the National Institutes of Health. His attorney declined to comment
Artificial intelligence
Retailers and payment companies are testing agentic commerce, but specialists warn that autonomous purchases can expose shoppers to costly errors and data risks
Economic fallout
Oil and gas prices have jumped since the conflict began, raising costs for drivers, travelers and households even if fighting eases soon
Treasury
The Treasury secretary cast the discussions as routine as the Trump administration weighs financial backstops sought by partners during the Iran war
Tariff refunds
The companies say they will pass along approved IEEPA refunds to customers who paid the duties, but only importers of record can file and CBP processing may take months
Immigration
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told lawmakers hundreds of applicants are waiting after the administration opened the $1 million residency program in December
Household finances
A CBS News segment highlights the estimate and shares guidance on navigating the expenses, presented by Kelly O’Grady
Summer travel
Jet fuel prices remain elevated, pushing airlines to raise fares and fees. The average domestic round trip hit $358 as of April 13, up 18% from a year ago, according to Kayak
Spaceflight
Blue Origin says an engine produced insufficient thrust, leaving an AST SpaceMobile satellite short of its target orbit and unusable. The FAA will oversee the company’s investigation and decide when flights can resume
World Cup 2026
The FIFA president argued sport should stay outside politics as war fuels doubts; Iran has two group games slated in Inglewood and Seattle
