The price of bitcoin soared past the long-awaited $100,000 benchmark for the first time ever late Wednesday evening.
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Court rejects Boeing plea deal tied to 737 Max crashes
A federal judge rejected Boeing’s plea deal tied to a criminal fraud charge stemming from fatal crashes of its 737 Max aircraft.
Chipotle set to raise prices by 2% due to inflation
Chipotle announced that it is raising menu prices by 2% in response to inflation, as the burrito chain counters increased prices of key ingredients, including dairy, beef, and avocado.
Dollar General tests same-day delivery as discounter chases Walmart
Dollar General is testing same-day delivery to customers’ homes as the deep discounter tries to fend off fiercer competition with Walmart.
Waymo to expand to Miami, aims to launch robotaxi service there in 2026
Waymo is setting its sights on its next location: the Sunshine State.
What Fed chief Powell said about crypto that may have aided bitcoin’s rally to $100,000
Bitcoin’s meteoric run may have gotten a little extra push from an unlikely source: Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.
How airlines are responding to federal crack down on junk fees
Several airline executives appeared at a tense congressional hearing Wednesday, where Senators from both parties grilled them over allegations of gouging customers when it comes to “junk fees” for carry-on luggage, seats, and more. NBC’s Tom Costello reports, including how airlines are fighting back.
CEO of UnitedHealthcare shot and killed in New York
Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, was shot and killed by an assailant in midtown Manhattan in what police called a “brazen targeted attack.” Officials said the the suspect shot Thompson in the back and leg, then fled on foot and on an electric bike into Central Park. Police launched a manhunt, asked for the public’s help and offered a $10,000 reward for information leading to the suspect. NBC News’ Stephanie Gosk reports.
Lead in gasoline tied to over 150 million excess cases of mental health disorders, study suggests
The U.S. population experienced an estimated 151 million excess mental health disorders attributable to exposure to lead from car exhaust, according to a study.
NYPD releases photos of possible gunman
Live updates and developments on the manhunt for the suspect in the shooting death of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who was killed outside a New York City hotel.