Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese unite on a star-studded US World Cup qualifying roster
Fellow Indiana Fever player Aliyah Boston, who played for the U.S. at the Olympic qualifying tournament in 2024, rounds out the squad.
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Federal deficits and debt to worsen over next decade, report says
Notably, the Congressional Budget Office says higher tariffs partially offset some of those increases by raising federal revenue by $3 trillion, but that also comes with higher inflation from 2026 to 2029.
Kraft Heinz pauses plans to split into 2 companies, says its problems are ‘fixable’
Kraft Heinz – which has a manufacturing facility in Kendallville – announced last year plans to split into two companies a decade after a merger created one of the biggest food manufacturers on the planet.
Target CEO reshapes his leadership team in first big move since taking over
Target has struggled to find its footing as many Americans have cut back on spending.
Video in investigation into Nancy Guthrie’s abduction raises questions about surveillance technology
The surprising emergence of the video footage has resurrected questions about digital content’s long afterlife.
Google, Meta, push back on addiction claims in landmark social media trial
Jurors in a landmark social media case that seeks to hold tech companies responsible for harms to children got their first glimpse into what will be a lengthy trial characterized by dueling narratives from the plaintiffs and the two remaining defendants, Meta and YouTube.
Retail sales unchanged in December from November, closing out year on a lackluster tone
The report, issued by the Commerce Department on Tuesday, surprised economists who were looking for growth despite concerns about slowing job growth and other economic headwinds.
US figure skater Amber Glenn resolves copyright issue with a Canadian music artist at the Olympics
The process for obtaining copyright permission is confusing and prone to mistakes, and several skaters at the Milan Cortina Games have had to change programs at the last minute because of it.
Trump threatens to block new bridge between Detroit and Canada from opening
Trump’s threat comes as the relationship between the U.S. and Canada increasingly sours during the U.S. president’s second term.
Landmark trial accusing social media companies of addicting children to their platforms begins
A slew of trials beginning this year seek to hold social media companies responsible for harming children’s mental well-being.
Retail operator of outdoor sportswear pioneer Eddie Bauer files for bankruptcy
The company — which has five stores in Indiana — noted that it will conduct a court-supervised sales process, and if a sale can’t be executed, it will begin a wind-down of its U.S. and Canadian operations.
Kroger names former Walmart executive as its new CEO
The new hire is the first permanent CEO since the company’s former leader Rodney McMullen resigned amid an internal ethics investigation last March.
Super Bowl ads try to overcome tough times with health, caring and the usual laughs
Many of this year’s Super Bowl ads stuck to silliness as Americans dealt with a multitude of existential worries.
Adam Vinatieri, Drew Brees headline NFL Hall of Fame class missing Bill Belichick
Vinatieri was one of the most clutch kickers in NFL history and quarterback Brees made the Pro Bowl 13 times in his career.
Novo Nordisk vows to sue after Hims & Hers launches Wegovy knockoff pill
Shares in Indianapolis-based Eli Lilly and Co., a rival to Novo Nordisk in the weight-loss market, also fell after the announcement, dropping 7.8% Thursday.
Pacers trade Mathurin, Jackson, draft picks to Clippers for center Ivica Zubac
Zubac, who turns 29 next month, is signed through the 2027-28 season, meaning he’ll be around when two-time All-Star guard Tyrese Haliburton returns from his torn Achilles tendon next season.
Pizza Hut closing 250 stores as parent considers selling brand
Louisville-based Yum Brands said in November it was conducting a formal review of options for Pizza Hut, which has struggled with outdated stores and growing competition.
Companies can now claim ‘no artificial colors’ if they add plant-based color to food
Health advocates have long called for the removal of artificial dyes from foods, citing inconclusive studies that found they could cause neurobehavioral problems, including hyperactivity and attention issues in some children.
This year’s Super Bowl commercials feature weight-loss drugs, AI and celebrities galore
Indianapolis-based Eli Lilly and Co. is among those planning advertisements for this year’s Super Bowl.
Trump administration to launch TrumpRx website for discounted drugs
The president first teased TrumpRx in September while announcing the first of his more than 15 deals with pharmaceutical companies, including Indianapolis-based Eli Lilly and Co., to lower drug prices.