Beer Demand Stumbles as Gas Prices Surge, Data Show
3% year over year through the week ending May 2, reversing earlier improvements in trends for beer, malt beverages, and cider, according to Nielsen-tracked data.
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Markets Eye Stability as Trump and Xi Meet, Focusing on Manageable Tension
Global financial markets are approaching the highly anticipated summit between U.
Manufacturers Diversify Supply Chains After Trump Tariffs, Seeking Resilience
Manufacturers in both the United States and China are actively seeking to diversify their supply chains, a strategic move driven by the lingering uncertainties...
Senate Confirms Kevin Warsh as New Federal Reserve Chair
Senate has officially confirmed Kevin Warsh as the next chairman of the Federal Reserve, with the vote concluding on Wednesday.
Kool-Aid Launches Electrolyte Packets Without Artificial Dyes as Kraft Heinz Seeks Brand Revival
Kool-Aid is introducing a new line of electrolyte powder packets, branded as Kool-Aid Hydration, which will be formulated without artificial dyes and sugar.
Social Security Recipients May See Higher 2027 Cost-of-Living Adjustment Amid Inflationary Pressures
Social Security beneficiaries are anticipating a potentially larger cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2027, as recent inflation data suggests an upward trend.
Federal Reserve Report Shows Stable Financial Well-Being Amid Shifting Concerns
The Federal Reserve Board has released its annual "Economic Well-Being of U.
U.S. Coal Plant Retirements Hit 15-Year Low in 2025 Amid Delays and Cancellations
In 2025, the United States electric power sector saw the lowest amount of coal-fired generating capacity retired in fifteen years, with only 2.
Ex-Rugby Star Tom Youngs Finds New Passion Running Burger Stall
Tom Youngs, a former international rugby union player who achieved significant success with both Leicester Tigers and the England national team, has discovered a...
WhatsApp Introduces Private ‘Incognito’ Mode for AI Chatbot Conversations
WhatsApp has rolled out a new "incognito" mode for its AI chatbot, enabling users to engage in conversations that will not be monitored by...