A study on oak trees reveals that carbon absorption continues well beyond wood growth, questioning assumptions about forests’ role in long-term carbon storage under climate change.
Gold and silver prices fell amid a cautious Federal Reserve stance on interest rates and reduced geopolitical risks, while industrial demand supports limited silver losses.
A dispute in Wisconsin questions who should cover the costs and risks of power infrastructure for expanding AI data centers amid growing demand and credit concerns.
Oil prices dropped sharply after the United States and Iran activated an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with related sanction waivers allowing resumed Iranian oil exports.
The Federal Reserve hinted at a rate increase in 2026 as Asian stock markets set record highs, reflecting diverging expectations between policymakers and investors.
Apple plans to raise prices on Macs, iPads, and potentially iPhones due to soaring memory chip costs caused by growing demand from AI server manufacturers.
Jeff Bezos challenged fears that AI will cause widespread job loss, arguing at VivaTech that it will instead generate demand for workers by enabling more innovation and creation.
The Department of Justice has asked a federal court to dismiss a lawsuit accusing Elon Musk’s AI company xAI of polluting communities near its power facilities, sparking debate over federal authority and environmental justice.
The U.S.-Iran war’s economic toll extends beyond the battlefield, affecting oil prices, inflation, and sectors like aviation and shipping well into 2026.
Stocks creep higher and oil prices dip near three-month lows as investors await insights from Kevin Warsh’s first appearance as Federal Reserve chair.