A private‑equity group is weighing the idea of selling a Texas‑based auto loan company that helps people buy cars on credit. The buyer could pay between $2. 5 billion and $3 billion, sources say. The company was bought by the group in 2021 from another major investor for an undisclosed sum. It wo
Every year, a group of researchers gathers the voices of about 200, 000 people across the United States. They ask these citizens what they think makes a business fair and responsible, and then use those answers to rank large companies. For the 2026 list, the team looked at 17 key themes and collect
Bitcoin has begun to prove itself as an asset that can move freely across borders, especially when global tensions rise. A recent discussion on a popular podcast highlighted how Bitcoin and oil are both showing strength, but for different reasons. While the oil market is buoyed by supply disruptions
March often feels like weather whiplash—and this week is no exception. From blizzards in the Midwest to flash floods in Hawaii, the U. S. is experiencing a mix of extremes. But why now? Early spring acts like a meteorological battleground. Cold air from Canada still lingers, while warm, moist air pu
The markets opened higher after a sharp decline in oil prices. The S&P 500 climbed about one percent, ending its three‑week losing streak. Meanwhile the Dow gained roughly 0. 7 percent and the Nasdaq rose over one percent. Oil has been the main mover for the day. A barrel of U. S. crude fell 4. 1 p
The NCAA tournament brackets are in and the surprises are already talking. Some schools that dominated their seasons barely made it, while a few underdogs got the nods they deserved. Miami (Ohio) finished 31‑0, but a weak schedule and a first‑round loss in the MAC tournament left its at‑large hop
In a bold move, Burger King turned the Oscars into its own stage for self‑reflection. Instead of a flashy commercial, it aired a 90‑second apology that highlighted past service hiccups and the “squished” burgers many customers complained about. The ad, titled “There’s a New King, and It’s You, ” als
A headline buzz about Bruno Mars supposedly liking a harsh tweet toward Taylor Swift has turned out to be a misunderstanding. The message that sparked the chatter was posted on X with footage of Swift’s Eras Tour and a snide comment about her fame. Mars later removed the “like” and posted his own re
The question that has rattled fans all season is simple: can anyone knock UConn out of the tournament? After 34 games, the answer has been a clear no. The Huskies have held up against every challenge that came their way, even when teams like Michigan, Tennessee and Villanova pushed them to the limit
The 2026 NCAA tournament lineup is now locked in, so the betting lines have been updated to reflect which teams are most likely to reach the Final Four and ultimately win the title. The top four No. 1 seeds dominate the odds, with Duke holding the best chance according to BetMGM’s futures. Duke e
