John Yoo: The Supreme Court is returning the law back to the original vision
U.C. Berkeley law professor John Yoo discusses the redistricting fight across the country on 'Kudlow.'
Markets
AAA national average gas price soars about 33 cents in a week
The AAA national average price for regular gas jumped more than nine cents higher in just a single day, rising from $4.30 as of Thursday to $4.392 as of Friday.
Money
Fidelity, Vanguard reportedly pause SPLC grants after federal fraud charges
Fidelity and Vanguard's charitable arms have reportedly paused grants to the SPLC through donor-advised funds after a federal indictment.
Lifestyle
Mortgage rates tick higher as geopolitical tensions mount
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rose this week to 6.3%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released Thursday. That is up from last week's reading of 6.23%.
Real Estate
California built more homes than people over six years — so why is housing still so tight?
California added 677,000 housing units while population grew by just 39,000, but vacancy rates remain tight amid a longstanding housing shortage.
Best of Business
Dave Portnoy blasts self-checkout tip kiosks over gratuity guilt: ‘I don’t do it to be a nice guy’
Barstool Sports founder and President Dave Portnoy weighs in on the new tipping trend that has caused consumers to further squeeze their bank accounts.
Tech
Zuckerberg says Meta layoffs tied to AI spending, won't rule out future cuts
Mark Zuckerberg says Meta's plan to cut about 10% of its workforce is tied to increased AI investment, while leaving the door open to additional layoffs.
Sports
UFC, Bud Light team up to make already highly anticipated summer of fights that much better: 'A fan delight'
UFC unveiled its Bud Light Summer Series, beginning in Newark and expanding nationwide, setting the stage for one of the promotion’s biggest summers ever.
Small Business
Mamdani tax break proposal sparks fears as business leaders warn of ‘fragile’ NYC economy
Business leaders warn NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposal to scale back a key tax credit could hurt small businesses and drive companies out of the city.
Personal Finance
Fidelity, Vanguard reportedly pause SPLC grants after federal fraud charges
Fidelity and Vanguard's charitable arms have reportedly paused grants to the SPLC through donor-advised funds after a federal indictment.
Luxury Properties
Johnny Carson's former Bel Air mansion hits the market for staggering $40M price tag after decades
Johnny Carson's former Bel Air mansion hits the market for $40 million. The 9,052-square-foot luxury home features six bedrooms, a tennis court and a pool.
Rich & Famous
Dolly Parton opens Dollywood's 41st season, promises more projects ahead: 'I ain’t near done'
Dolly Parton kicked off top-ranked Dollywood's new season and reassured fans about her health. The park unveiled a major new attraction for this year, and continues to expand.
Gadgets
Recall reannounced for power banks after charger causes fire on plane, death to 75-year-old woman
Federal regulators reannounced a recall of 429,000 Casely MagSafe power banks after a woman's death and a fire on a plane from overheating chargers.
Your Money
Fox-owned Credible promotes Robert Humann to CEO role
Credible promotes Chief Revenue Officer Robert Humann to CEO after nearly 10 years with the Fox Corporation-owned consumer finance technology platform.
Future Tech
'Romantic' or real? Lighter-than-air zeppelin travel may just make it off the ground, if the market agrees
In an era of “green" gimmicks and sky-high risk, author John J. Geoghegan says only capitalism can determine if lighter-than-air travel has legs.
College
Major Texas university adds Shein to list of banned Chinese companies
University of Texas at Austin bans Shein from campus networks following Gov. Abbott's directive targeting Chinese companies over cybersecurity concerns.
Personal Real Estate
This California town tops the most expensive rental market in the nation for third year running
Santa Cruz County in deep blue California was named the least affordable U.S. rental market in 2025, requiring $81.21/hour to rent a modest two-bedroom apartment.
Retirement
Trump signs order aiming to help expand access to retirement accounts
President Donald Trump signed an executive order seeking to help expand retirement account access to people who do not have employer-supplied plans.
Money in Politics
O’Leary slams NYC tax plan as ‘sheer blind stupidity,’ defends wealthy investors
O'Leary Ventures Chairman Kevin O'Leary criticizes NYC tax proposals targeting wealthy investors, saying the policy risks undermining economic activity.
Business Leaders
Zuckerberg says Meta layoffs tied to AI spending, won't rule out future cuts
Mark Zuckerberg says Meta's plan to cut about 10% of its workforce is tied to increased AI investment, while leaving the door open to additional layoffs.
Travel
Hertz, Uber team up to build robotaxi fleets in major mobility push
Hertz teams with Uber to manage robotaxi fleets and driver operations, signaling a shift toward centrally managed transportation networks.
US Markets
UAE exits OPEC and OPEC+, seeking output flexibility as global energy markets tighten
UAE departs OPEC and OPEC+ citing strategic priorities and flexibility as geopolitical tensions disrupt global oil markets and supply chains.
Food & Drinks
Costco changes beloved $1.50 hot dog deal for the first time in decades: reports
Costco's iconic $1.50 hot dog and drink combo reportedly now offers a Kirkland Signature bottled water swap option alongside the traditional soda.
NFL
Fanatics, NFL announce multi-year partnership for on-site retail at marquee events, including 2026 NFL Draft
Fanatics and the NFL announced an exclusive, multi-year partnership where the global sports platform will be the league's on-site retail partner at marquee events.
AI
Zuckerberg says Meta layoffs tied to AI spending, won't rule out future cuts
Mark Zuckerberg says Meta's plan to cut about 10% of its workforce is tied to increased AI investment, while leaving the door open to additional layoffs.
Elections
Massie says Musk never donated to his re-election campaign despite prior pledge
GOP Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky indicated that as far as he knows, entrepreneur Elon Musk has not donated to his re-election campaign.
Oil
‘I just pray to God’: Los Angeles drivers hit with $100 fill-ups as gas nears $9
Gas prices nearing $9 a gallon in Los Angeles are forcing the city's drivers onto public transit, draining budgets while California fuel costs hit record levels.
Arts
Gold Trump coin moves forward after Treasury invokes rare authority
The U.S. Mint is advancing a gold commemorative coin featuring President Trump after the Commission of Fine Arts approved a design, Treasury officials say.
