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Several flights in Europe have been targeted by bomb threats today. Here’s what we know.

Several flights in Europe have been targeted by bomb threats today. Here’s what we know.

Two flights to Poland, one to Spain, and another to Bulgaria were checked for explosives after bomb threats on Tuesday.

Apple restricts dating apps and AI companions to users 18 and up

Apple restricts dating apps and AI companions to users 18 and up

Apple’s new App Store rules will require 18+ ratings for dating apps and AI companions that offer sexual or romantic content.

The TechCrunch Founder Summit agenda is only half the reason to be in Boston on Nov. 4

The TechCrunch Founder Summit agenda is only half the reason to be in Boston on Nov. 4

On Nov. 4, TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 brings founders and VCs to Boston’s SoWa Power Station for practical insights and connections. Register before prices increase at the door.

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Disney eyes thousands of layoffs, asks managers to target 20% savings: report

Walt Disney is considering cutting thousands of jobs and has asked some managers to target 20% in annual cost savings, Bloomberg ‌News reported on Monday, citing people familiar with the...

Google will let schools disable its AI tools, but not without sacrificing Search

Schools choosing to restrict AI altogether will no longer be able to access Google Search, as AI features are now integrated into the search engine.

How political candidates charter jets to travel across battleground states during election cycles

How political candidates charter jets to travel across battleground states during election cycles

Midterm incumbents like Sen. Susan Collins and Rep. Hakeem Jeffries have spent tens of thousands of dollars on campaign travel.

New York City’s Mamdani criticizes Madison Square Garden owner over surveillance tech

New York City’s Mamdani criticizes Madison Square Garden owner over surveillance tech

The mayor’s comments come after the entertainment giant’s data breach last year, which exposed James Dolan’s surveillance.

Beach town erupts at Katy Perry’s plans to build sprawling youth camp outside their homes

Beach town erupts at Katy Perry’s plans to build sprawling youth camp outside their homes

A fierce land-use war has erupted in Santa Barbara County, where an enraged coastal enclave is revolting against pop superstar Katy Perry and her sister.

RCM/TIPP Optimism Hits a Nine-Month-High

RCM/TIPP Optimism Hits a Nine-Month-High

Raghavan Mayur, RealClearMarkets Headline Index Rises to 48.5 as All Three Components Advance and 17 of 21 Groups Improve; the Investor-Non-Investor Gap Sets a Second Straight Record at…

I launched a gluten-free bakery from my kitchen after leaving finance. It’s on track to make $3M in revenue this year.

I launched a gluten-free bakery from my kitchen after leaving finance. It’s on track to make $3M in revenue this year.

Gluten-free baker Addison LaBonte details her journey from finance to founding a thriving bakery, using social media and customer input for growth.

Beach town erupts at Katy Perry’s plans to build sprawling youth camp outside their homes

Beach town erupts at Katy Perry’s plans to build sprawling youth camp outside their homes

A fierce land-use war has erupted in Santa Barbara County, where an enraged coastal enclave is revolting against pop superstar Katy Perry and her sister.

The Telling Changes to Board Composition

The Telling Changes to Board Composition

The Telling Changes to Board Composition

5 of the best and 3 of the worst looks at the 2026 CFDA Fashion Awards

5 of the best and 3 of the worst looks at the 2026 CFDA Fashion Awards

Stars flocked to New York for the 2026 CFDA Fashion Awards. They wore shimmering gowns, feathered frocks, and two-piece sets on the red carpet.

Outback Steakhouse franchisee files for bankruptcy

Outback Steakhouse parent Bloomin’ Brands seeks to acquire 61 restaurants from bankrupt franchisee Out West in a $26.3 million deal subject to court approval.

Affordability takes center stage as Americans cast their ballots in high-stakes midterms

Affordability takes center stage as Americans cast their ballots in high-stakes midterms

High prices for gasoline and other goods are key issues for midterm voters, with six in 10 Americans citing the cost of living as their chief concern.

EU Court Advisor Warns AI Chatbots Could Risk Infringing Copyright Law

EU Court Advisor Warns AI Chatbots Could Risk Infringing Copyright Law

Tech companies could risk breaching EU copyright when their AI chatbots reuse news articles to generate answers, a top advisor to the bloc’s highest court said.

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Shopify Squeezed by AI Compute Costs, Pre-Holiday Infrastructure Buildout

The ecommerce company’s third-quarter results and holiday guidance signaled mounting cost pressure from artificial-intelligence compute and infrastructure buildout costs.

Thomson Reuters Quarterly Profit Falls After Year-Earlier Gain on Asset Sale

Thomson Reuters Quarterly Profit Falls After Year-Earlier Gain on Asset Sale

Thomson Reuters logged a drop in earnings in the third quarter after a year-ago boost from an asset sale and as it was squeezed by higher amortization of software.

Yum Says Taco Bell Sales Are Improving After Cyclospora Outbreak Fallout

Yum Says Taco Bell Sales Are Improving After Cyclospora Outbreak Fallout

Taco Bell has been outpacing the broader quick-service restaurant industry since the end of September, Yum! Brands Chief Executive Chris Turner said.

We downsized from a one-bedroom NYC apartment to a 38-foot sailboat. Life changed, but not for the better.

We downsized from a one-bedroom NYC apartment to a 38-foot sailboat. Life changed, but not for the better.

Going from an apartment in NYC to living on a sailboat full-time with my partner and dog wasn’t what I hoped. The cost and drawbacks added up.

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Shopify’s stock slides after earnings. This is what’s worrying Wall Street.

The company missed revenue expectations, a tough outcome in today’s less-forgiving tech market.

Oil Prices Rise After Reports of Explosions on Iran’s Qeshm Island

Oil Prices Rise After Reports of Explosions on Iran’s Qeshm Island

Boats navigate the sea in the Strait of Hormuz near Qeshm Island, Iran, on April 28, 2026. (Asghar Besharati/Getty Images)

Gas prices could shape the midterms. See the US states where prices have risen the most.

Gas prices could shape the midterms. See the US states where prices have risen the most.

In more than 40 states, fuel prices have increased by at least $1 per gallon over the past year. See how your state ranks.

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U.S. clears path for first regulated equity perpetual futures

A trendy crypto-native trading product that has exploded in popularity on offshore venues is expanding its foothold in the U.S.

Gas prices still above $4 per gallon on average, but heading in right direction on Election Day

Gas prices still above $4 per gallon on average, but heading in right direction on Election Day

The U.S. enters Election Day with gas prices falling steadily but averaging more than a dollar higher than one year ago, a tangible reminder of the fallout from the Iran...

Tom Brady’s competitive fire still burns several years after retirement: ‘I want to live a great life’

Tom Brady’s competitive fire still burns several years after retirement: ‘I want to live a great life’

Tom Brady shares how he keeps his competitive edge alive after 23 NFL seasons, revealing why discipline, preparation and personal growth remain priorities.

Larry Ellison has crashed to 9th on the rich list after a $159 billion wealth decline in the past year

Larry Ellison has crashed to 9th on the rich list after a $159 billion wealth decline in the past year

Larry Ellison’s net worth has fallen 49% over the past year to $164 billion as Oracle shares have dropped.

Learning from ‘Love Is Blind’ money drama

Learning from ‘Love Is Blind’ money drama

Hear me out: These reality-TV couples are having really important conversations about love and money heading into Wednesday’s finale.

Apollo Global Swings to a Loss on Investment-Related Losses

Apollo Global Swings to a Loss on Investment-Related Losses

The alternative asset manager reported a third-quarter net loss attributable to common stockholders of $1.06 billion, or $1.78 a share, compared with net income of $1.71 billion, or $2.78 a...

Binance says North Korean hackers conducted fake job interviews to hack engineer’s laptop in $6.3B heist

Binance says North Korean hackers conducted fake job interviews to hack engineer’s laptop in $6.3B heist

The world’s largest crypto exchange revealed that the record-breaking cyberattack was a much more complex process than previously known – starting back in June and involving ads for tampered software,...