Diamonds lose their sparkle as prices come crashing down

Where Do Your Spices Come From?

Burlap & Barrel, a spice company that sources directly from farms around the world, has become a secret ingredient used by celebrity chefs and home cooks alike.

The New York Times - Jan. 10

Lakers' Redick loses home; Kerr: Fires 'surreal'

The Hornets-Lakers game was postponed because of the wildfires in the L.A. area that have claimed over 5,000 structures, including the home of Lakers coach JJ Redick.

ESPN - Jan. 10

Oprah Winfrey Says Your Overall Life Satisfaction Comes Down to 6 Simple Words

Living your best life, the Oprah way.

Inc. - Jan. 10

Weekly quiz: Zendaya looked happy but who else sparkled at the Golden Globes?

How much attention did you pay to what has been going on in the world over the past seven days?

BBC News - Jan. 10

Price Stability Slowly Returns to Used Car Markets

Reduced new auto production during the pandemic cut used car supplies, too, contributing to double-digit price fluctuations and sector instability that may finally be ending.

Inc. - Jan. 9

Trump will struggle to drive down oil prices

Energy production in the US will rise but more of the output will be gassy

Financial Times - Jan. 9

Shortage of primary care doctors in U.S. comes down to money — and respect

More medical schools say they will no longer charge tuition. But evidence suggests it will take a lot more than a free ride.

CBS News - Jan. 8

3 gold price scenarios that could occur in 2025

Gold prices could rise, stay stable or drop in the new year — depending on key factors. Here's what to consider.

CBS News - Jan. 7

What comes next for Kamala Harris?

Nii-Quartelai Quartey, author of "Kamala, The Motherland, And Me," joined CBS News to discuss what Kamala Harris will do now as she leaves the vice presidency.

CBS News - Jan. 7

UK house prices dipped in December, says Halifax

Decline is first for nine months although prices still 3.3% above last year

Financial Times - Jan. 7

Controversial congestion pricing plan takes effect in NYC

Driving just got more expensive for many New York City commuters as congestion pricing was put to its first rush hour test. Supporters argue the plan cuts down on gridlock and greenhouse gas ...

CBS News - Jan. 6

How Congestion Pricing Will Affect Small Businesses

New York City’s controversial new toll could hurt small businesses by making deliveries more expensive—or help them by reducing traffic jams.

Inc. - Jan. 6

It's Black Monday in pro football, as the bill comes due for coaches of losing NFL teams

The Jacksonville Jaguars fired Super Bowl-winning coach Doug Pederson in what's likely to be multiple "Black Monday" terminations across pro football.

NBC News - Jan. 6

Trudeau's era comes to an end

Yahoo News - Jan. 6

Congestion pricing begins in New York City

New York City's first-in-the-nation congestion pricing plan has gone into effect. CBS News reporter Elijah Westbrook has more.

CBS News - Jan. 6

Firms to raise prices due to tax and wage increases

Consumers could face higher costs in the coming months amid falling confidence among UK businesses.

BBC News - Jan. 6

Here Comes the Sun: Paul Mescal and more

Actor Paul Mescal sits down with Seth Doane to discuss his latest film, “Gladiator II.” Then, Lesley Stahl learns how rock climbing can be therapeutic for people with Parkinson’s disease. “Here ...

CBS News - Jan. 5

Congestion pricing is a New York idea.

A Columbia University economist, William Vickrey, proposed charging varying tolls for roads and subways in the 1950s.

The New York Times - Jan. 5

Warriors lose Kuminga to 'significant' ankle sprain

The Warriors could be without forward Jonathan Kuminga for an extended period after he suffered a "significant" sprain in his right ankle.

ESPN - Jan. 5

Congestion Pricing Shows the Future of the Democratic Party

A model for how to deliver for voters without getting stuck in a traffic jam — political or otherwise.

The New York Times - Jan. 5

Congestion pricing in NYC starts after years of turmoil

The countdown to congestion pricing in New York City is over. Drivers now must pay a toll to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street.

CBS News - Jan. 5

N.Y.C. Congestion Pricing Begins on Sunday

After twists and turns, a contentious plan meant to reduce traffic and pay for transit improvements is scheduled to take effect at midnight Sunday.

The New York Times - Jan. 4

Why Coffee Prices Are Soaring (Again)

Wholesale coffee prices are trading near a 50-year high because of shortages related to extreme weather and increased global demand.

The New York Times - Jan. 4

Latest news on deadly California plane crash

The NTSB is investigating a plane crash in Fullerton, California, where two died and at least 19 were injured. CBS News Los Angeles' Kara Finnstrom breaks down what's known about the crash.

CBS News - Jan. 3

Baby dies after A1 crash in icy conditions

The seven-month-old died in hospital after a car hit a tree near Grantham on Thursday night.

BBC News - Jan. 3

Are we slowing down yet?

People are worried about the economy

Financial Times - Jan. 3

Transcript: Climate change is coming for your Bordeaux

Sonja Hutson talks to Will Schmitt and Susannah Savage

Financial Times - Jan. 3

Jill Biden got the priciest gift from a foreign leader in 2023 — a $20,000 diamond

A spokesperson for the first lady said the diamond will be turned over to the National Archives after President Joe Biden leaves office on Jan. 20.

NBC News - Jan. 3

Jill Biden received $20,000 diamond from Indian PM in 2023, among other gifts

Annual report details gifts given to first family by foreign leaders, most of which are transferred to National Archives. Joe Biden and his family were given tens of thousands of dollars in gifts ...

The Guardian - Jan. 2

Hammers' Antonio 'grateful to be alive' after crash

West Ham forward Michail Antonio has been discharged from hospital three weeks after suffering a leg fracture in a road traffic collision.

ESPN - Jan. 2

The coming American labour market shock

Ignore the Fed’s flip-flop and focus on labour dynamics

Financial Times - Jan. 2

Sarrazin leaves intensive care after horror crash

French skier Cyprien Sarrazin leaves intensive care after successful surgery to drain a bleed on his brain following a fall in training.

BBC News - Jan. 2

House prices rose by 4.7% in 2024, says Nationwide

Housing market activity remained "remarkably resilient" despite affordability challenges, the lender says.