Economy

Crude oil futures rose 1% on Monday and are on pace to post a gain for the month, as signs point to strengthening gasoline demand in the US and geopolitical tensions flare again in the Middle East. Oil prices pulled back Friday, snapping a recent winning streak, but closed out the week nearly 3% higher. […]

Finland and Denmark have seemingly cracked the code to living a happy life. The two countries hold the top spots on the World Happiness Report’s annual ranking of the happiest countries in the worldwhich was most recently published in March. Finland has a lengthy track record of happiness, holding the top spot for seven years […]

Costa Rica is home to one of the world’s Blue Zoneswhere people live longer and healthier lives than average. I’m from a small town in the region of Cartago, called Llano Grande, which is known for its rich agriculture. As a cookbook author and cooking teacher who was born and raised here, I have always […]

Former U.S. President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during his campaign event, in Racine, Wisconsin, U.S. June 18, 2024. Brendan Mcdermid | Reuters Former President Donald Trump on Saturday gave a brief glimpse of the ammunition he is loading up against President Joe Biden’s handling of the economy ahead of the first presidential […]

It’s officially summer, and with the heat comes travel and expenses like concerts, trips to the amusement park and a new wardrobe. To avoid breaking the bank, you may want to consider picking up a summer side hustle to bring in some extra cash. CNBC Make It has talked to plenty of real people who […]

Eating a diet which consists of mostly fruits, vegetables and whole foods — is not only good for the planet but can also be good for your health. “The planetary health diet [was] designed by the EAT-Lancet Commissionto try and see how we [can]on a global level, design a dietary pattern that meets people’s nutritional […]

Cinderella Castle in Walt Disney World.Roberto Machado Noa | Lightrocket | Getty ImagesDisney has abandoned plans to open up a new employee campus in Lake Nona, Florida, amid rising tensions with the state’s governor.Citing “changing business conditions” and the return of CEO Bob Iger, Josh D’Amaro, chairman of Disney’s parks, experiences and products division, penned… […]

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during the annual Feenstra Family Picnic at the Dean Family Classic Car Museum in Sioux Center, Iowa, May 13, 2023.Rebecca S. Gratz | The Washington Post | Getty ImagesFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to formally announce next week he is running for president in 2024, NBC News reported Thursday,… […]

Bentley CEO Adrian Hallmark.Scott Mlyn | CNBCAfter a record-breaking year in 2022, Bentley Motors reported surging profits in the first quarter due in large part to car customization, CEO Adrian Hallmark said.Bentley reported its best-ever first quarter, with operating profits up 27% to 216 million euros, or about $232 million. Even more impressive, especially at… […]

Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., urges Congress to make child care affordable, pass paid leave, support care infrastructure, and raise the debt ceiling on May 17, 2023 in Washington, D.C.Paul Morigi | Getty Images Entertainment | Getty ImagesMany workers need to take leave at some point to address their own health needs or to care for… […]