Kathleen Kennedy, steward of ‘Star Wars,’ steps down from Lucasfilm
After more than 13 years at the helm of Lucasfilm, Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down from the “Star Wars” factory founded by George Lucas. The Walt Disney Co. announced Thursday…
At Detroit auto show, spotlight dims for EVs
DETROIT — At the North American International Auto Show, tires squeal as gearheads put shiny new vehicles through their paces on a pair of indoor tracks that sprawl across the…
How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 1/15/2026
Stocks steadied on Wall Street ByThe Associated Press January 15, 2026, 4:19 PM Stocks steadied on Wall Street. The S&P 500 rose 0.3% Thursday, breaking a two-day losing streak and…
newspost
- Minifridge , Recall
- January 15, 2026
- 27 views
Minifridge recall expands to 964,000 Frigidaires after fire reports
An appliance distributor is expanding a minifridge recall that now covers roughly 964,000 Frigidaire-branded products sold in the U.S., after multiple fire reports ByThe Associated Press January 15, 2026, 1:26…
Average US long-term mortgage rate hits the lowest point in more than 3 years
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate is now down to its lowest level in more than three years ByALEX VEIGA AP business writer January 15, 2026, 12:05 PM MCLEAN, Va.…
Allegiant Air to acquire Sun Country Airlines in $1.5B deal
Allegiant Air says it will acquire Sun Country Airlines in a cash-and-stock deal valued at about $1.5 billion ByRIO YAMAT AP airlines and travel writer January 12, 2026, 1:39 PM…
The Trevor Project receives $45M from MacKenzie Scott after federal funding cuts
The Trevor Project, known for its hotline for LGBTQ+ youth, received $45 million from billionaire and author MacKenzie Scott at the end of 2025, the organization said Monday. The gift…
- California , wants
- January 12, 2026
- 30 views
California wants to mix hydrogen with gas to cut climate pollution. Critics say that poses risks
Alma Figueroa began to worry when she learned that her gas provider wanted to test a controversial solution to curb global warming: blend hydrogen with natural gas to power her…
Hong Kong court hears arguments on sentencing of former publisher Jimmy Lai; no decision yet
HONG KONG — A Hong Kong court heard arguments Monday about the sentencing of democracy advocate and onetime-media magnate Jimmy Lai, whose conviction under a national security law could land…
Mattel adds an autistic Barbie to doll line devoted to diversity and inclusion
NEW YORK — Mattel Inc. is introducing an autistic Barbie on Monday as the newest member of its line intended to celebrate diversity, joining a collection that already includes Barbies…
