As sports betting spikes, help for problem gamblers expands in some states
Since the U.S. Supreme Court cleared the way for legalized sports betting five years ago, nearly three-fourths of the states have moved swiftly to allow it.
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United Airlines says software update caused delayed flights
More than 350 United flights were delayed Tuesday—13% of the carrier’s schedule, far more than rivals American, Delta and Southwest—on a day that many holiday vacationers were expected to fly home.
U.S. moves to force recall of 52M air bag inflators
The U.S. government is taking a big step toward forcing a defiant Tennessee company to recall 52 million air bag inflators that could explode, hurl shrapnel and injure or kill people.
Rosenqvist parts ways with McLaren, to replace Pagenaud at Meyer Shank
McLaren must now find a replacement for Felix Rosenqvist, who finished a season-best second Sunday at Portland International Raceway.
UAW’s clash with Big 3 automakers shows off more confrontational union as strike deadline looms
A strike of more than a couple of weeks would reduce still-tight supplies of vehicles on Detroit automakers’ dealer lots. With demand still strong, prices would rise.
Students transform drab dorm rooms into comfy, pricey living spaces
Some are even going so far as to hire interior designers and spend $10,000 to beautify their 12 feet by 20 feet of space.
Alex Palou wins second IndyCar championship in three years
Alex Palou locked up the title Sunday with one weekend remaining in the 17-race schedule, marking the first time in IndyCar the championship has been settled before the finale since the late Dan Wheldon won in 2005.
U.S. to regulate nursing home staffing for first time, as industry balks
The nursing home industry is criticizing the Biden administration’s decision to require the homes to comply with federal rules on staffing levels.
U.S. employers added 187,000 jobs in August
Last month’s job growth marked an increase from July’s revised gain of 157,000, but still pointed to a moderating pace of hiring compared with the sizzling gains of last year and earlier this year.
Food ads in crosshairs as Burger King, others face lawsuits for false advertising
Food ads have long made their subjects look bigger, juicier and crispier. Some consumers say those mouthwatering ads cross the line into deception, and that’s leading to a growing number of lawsuits.
UAW leader slams companies for slow bargaining, files labor complaint
The United Auto Workers union says it has filed unfair labor practice complaints against Stellantis and General Motors for failing to make counteroffers to the union’s economic demands.
Visual artists fight back against AI companies for repurposing their work
The lawsuit may serve as an early bellwether of how hard it will be for all kinds of creators—Hollywood actors, novelists, musicians and computer programmers—to stop AI developers from profiting off what humans have made.
JCPenney spending $1B on store, online upgrades in latest bid to revive business
The money is going toward remodeling JCPenney stores, upgrading its online shopping site and app, and making its supply network more efficient so that online orders are delivered more quickly.
Linus Lundqvist lands IndyCar ride with Chip Ganassi Racing
Chip Ganassi has not confirmed his 2024 lineup yet, but 2022 Indianapolis 500 winner Marcus Ericsson has already said he’s leaving for Andretti Autosport.
Fed’s preferred inflation gauge shows modest rise in prices
The latest data follows other recent reports that suggest the economy and the job market may be slowing enough to cool inflation pressures.
Marijuana recommendation by U.S. health agency hailed as first step to easing weed restrictions
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommended that marijuana be moved from a Schedule I to a Schedule III controlled substance.
Labor Day weekend travelers should expect lots of company
Canceled flights remain elevated as airlines face their last big test of the prime vacation season: Labor Day weekend.
College students still struggling with basic math. Professors blame the pandemic.
Colleges across the country are grappling with the same problem, as academic setbacks from the pandemic follow students to campus.
Perfect North Slopes owner to resign from Indiana Senate
Republican Sen. Chip Perfect, of Lawrenceburg, said he will resign effective Sept. 26 after nearly nine years representing southeastern Indiana’s Senate District 43.
Amazon CEO: ‘It’s probably not going to work out’ for employees who defy return-to-office policy
Amazon corporate employees have been pushing back against the company’s return to office policy for months—and it seems the e-commerce giant’s CEO has had enough.