Michelle Davenport Business Editor 
Uber Technologies has paused most of its planned Uber Eats expansion across Europe as it continues efforts to acquire rival Delivery Hero, according to the Financial Times. The move affects five of seven targeted markets, including Austria, Greece, Norway, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, and Romania, which the company had initially aimed to enter by … Read more
A Stanford University study found that electric vehicle (EV) batteries last roughly 40% longer in real-world conditions than laboratory tests previously suggested. The research indicates that actual driving patterns slow degradation, challenging the assumption that battery packs are the primary limiting factor in an EV’s overall lifespan. Why Real-World Driving Beats Lab Projections Photo: autojunctions.com … Read more
Multiple Beef-a-Roo locations in the Rockford area closed abruptly on July 2, 2026, as employees organized a strike over unpaid wages, according to WIFR and KOAM reports. The closures, which left at least two locations without food and others with locked doors, followed allegations of delayed paychecks and corporate restructuring. Employees described a pattern of … Read more
President Donald Trump returned to Mount Rushmore on Friday, July 4, 2026, according to CNN. The president has suggested adding his likeness to the national monument, a move he has described as a “good idea” and a “dream,” CNN reported. While Interior Secretary Doug Burgum stated there is “certainly” room for Trump’s face, the monument’s … Read more
The U.S. Department of Energy issued an emergency order on July 2, 2026, authorizing grid operator PJM Interconnection to force data centers and other large energy users to switch to backup generators. This measure aims to prevent blackouts as a severe heat wave pushes power demand toward record-breaking levels across the Mid-Atlantic and Midwest. Emergency … Read more
Cesar Mora, a third-generation farmer in Reedley, California, has opened his orchard to the public to harvest thousands of pounds of Monalise white nectarines for free. Mora is currently embroiled in a 2023 lawsuit with Giumarra Brothers Fruit Co. over contract disputes and intellectual property rights, preventing him from selling the fruit commercially. The Legal … Read more
Ford Motor Company has been ranked the top mass-market brand in the U.S. for initial quality by J.D. Power, according to a June 25, 2026, announcement. CEO Jim Farley stated the automaker is now targeting flawless launches for its upcoming vehicle lineup, seeking to move past a decade of costly recall-related quality issues. Ford’s Quality … Read more
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced an agreement on July 3, 2026, to construct a major oil pipeline from Alberta to the British Columbia coast. The project, designed to export over 1 million barrels of oil daily to Asian markets, aims to reduce Canada’s economic reliance on the United States. … Read more
The Trump administration announced a proposed rule to “permanently end” federal appliance efficiency mandates, sparking debate over consumer choice, energy savings, and environmental impact. The Department of Energy (DOE) unveiled the plan, which would alter how energy standards are set, with officials calling it a safeguard against “nonsense” regulations. The move comes amid a transatlantic … Read more
The Dow Jones Industrial Average reached a record close of 52,900.07 on June 29, 2026, as investors reacted to a June jobs report that missed expectations. While the Dow surged 1.14%, the Nasdaq Composite fell 0.8% due to a continued sell-off in semiconductor stocks, according to CNBC. June Jobs Report: Payrolls Miss and Unemployment Dip … Read more