Global shipping delays and uncertainty around the delta variant have created trepidation among back-to-school shoppers.

Confused about cruising? You’re not alone.

Facebook is the latest tech company to push back its return-to-office plans until next year, joining Amazon and Lyft.

Microsoft has filed a protest with the Government Accountability Office against the National Security Agency, challenging its award of a cloud computing contract.

Beijing has in recent months reined in tech giants with anti-monopoly or data security rules as the state increases its control of the economy and society.

“The president recognizes that gas prices can put a pinch on the family budget,” a senior White House official said.

Some of the biggest price increases are in airline tickets, hotels, and new cars.

“It’s revenge travel with a hint of ‘the world may close down again so let’s go now,’” one travel agent said of her most determined clients.

“If you don’t offer [online ordering], somebody else will — and you will lose the sale,” said one industry expert.

“They don’t just develop their talent — they develop their stardom,” said one branding expert.