Disney names CTO for the first time as media giant expands tech push
Disney hired Karandeep Anand, former CEO of Character.AI, as its first chief technology officer, a newly created position reporting to CEO Josh D’Amaro effective October 2.
Australians ‘scrambling’ for second jobs to deal with rising mortgage repayments and cost of living
Australia’s unemployment rose to 4.6% in August amid rising living costs and anticipated mortgage rate increases, with economists noting more people are seeking multiple jobs to cope.
The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve is low. Here’s why you should care
The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve has fallen below 285 million barrels, its lowest level since the early 1980s, after the Trump administration tapped reserves multiple times following the outbreak of war with Iran in late February.
American farmers are hurting — and worried about their futures
American farmers face mounting financial pressures from elevated diesel fuel and fertilizer costs alongside trade disruptions, with most major crop producers projected to lose money for the fourth consecutive year in 2026.
Nike parts ways with Kylian Mbappé; soccer superstar signs with On
French soccer star Kylian Mbappé has ended his two-decade partnership with Nike and signed a new endorsement deal with Swiss sportswear company On, marking the brand’s first major football signing.
Nissan eyes increasing U.S. production as new Rogue hybrid launches
Nissan is increasing U.S. production capacity and launching the 2027 Rogue hybrid with new e-Power technology, aiming to boost domestic manufacturing and compete in the growing hybrid crossover market.