Justice Department and Live Nation Reach Settlement Terms in Antitrust Case

The agreement, which requires a judicial sign-off, would avoid a breakup of the concert giant. But states who joined the suit object to the terms.Read More
How Markwayne Mullin Became Trump’s Homeland Security Pick

The Oklahoma senator whom President Trump chose to run the Department of Homeland Security has risen in Washington by styling himself as a MAGA warrior and Trump loyalist.Read More
Countries in Asia Try to Contain the Economic Fallout of the Mideast Conflict

Across Asia, where countries are highly exposed to rising oil and gas costs and tightening supply, governments are acting to mitigate economic harm.Read More
Stocks Tank in Asia as Oil Price Surges

The U.S. markets fell at Monday’s open, while Asian and European markets tumbled as tensions in the Middle East led to more energy supply disruptions, rattling investors.Read More
Oil Remains Potent Geopolitical Tool, Decades After Energy Crisis

The war in the Middle East has sent prices soaring, showing how much the world continues to depend on reliable supplies of oil and gas.Read More
A $1,000 Dog Grooming Session? The Wellness Industry Is Booming.

Pet owners are extending their health beliefs and practices to their furry friends.Read More
Oil Prices Spike Over $110 a Barrel, Highest Since Pandemic

The jump was a sign of growing concern that the war in the Middle East will take a toll on energy supplies.Read More
Iran’s Next Supreme Leader, and the New Lucrative Pardon Industry for Rich Offenders

Plus, the “slop bowl” is losing its appeal.Read More
4 Takeaways on How Billionaires Are Donating to Federal Elections

300 billionaires and their families spent more than $3 billion on federal elections in 2024. Here’s a snapshot of how a surging class of ultrawealthy people is spending money on political change.Read More
Billionaires Made 19% of Federal Election Campaign Contributions in 2024

Billionaires made 19 percent of all reported federal campaign contributions in 2024, a Times analysis shows, and even more in some local elections. Wealthy donors are reaping the rewards.Read More