Worldviews

GI man dies after becoming trapped in McDonald's drive-through lane - KHGI

A 69-year-old Grand Island man has died from his injuries after being pinned between his vehicle and a building in the drive-through lane of McDonald’s located

Financial experts warn future winner of the $1.7 billion Powerball: Don't make these common money mistakes - Fortune

As the Christmas season Powerball prize climbs, experts offer advice for long-term wealth.

The Weird and Wonderful Consumer Trends Steering Brands Into 2026 - The Wall Street Journal

Consumer-watchers forecast the more surprising behaviors that marketers should pay attention to in the year to come, featuring sauce to go and decor for your decor

Trump administration accuses China of unfair chip trade practices - Financial Times

US trade representative holds off increasing tariffs until 2027

The average worker would need to save for 52 years to claw their way out of the middle class and be classified as wealthy, new research reveals - Fortune

Bleak new research warns that not even a lifetime of savings would be enough to lift workers out of the middle class, into the top 10%.

Consumer Confidence Falls as Jobs, Economic Worries Persist - The Wall Street Journal

New laws taking effect in Washington state in 2026 - KOMO

As the new year approaches, a range of Washington state laws will take effect on Jan. 1, 2026.

2025 Pinkbike Awards: Product of the Year Winner - Pinkbike

And the winner is...

The Daily — Gross domestic product by industry, October 2025 - Statistique Canada

Real gross domestic product contracted 0.3% in October on a broad-based decline across sectors.

The ‘unsettling phenomenon’ hitting Trump’s economy - Politico

A growing economy is a good thing. Politically speaking, it may not mean much moving forward.

Gas prices fall to four-year lows as millions embark on holiday road trips - CNBC

The average price of unleaded gasoline in the U.S. is at its lowest since 2021, according to AAA.

Copper price hits record high on concerns over tariffs and shortages - Financial Times

Industrial metal has passed $12,000 a tonne as rally continues

Visa: Sales are up 4.2% for first 7 weeks of the holiday shopping period but the pace lags last year - ABC News

Consumers increased their spending, particularly on items like gadgets and clothing, for the first seven weeks of the holiday shopping period

U.S. regulators approve Wegovy pill for weight loss - NPR

U.S. regulators on Monday gave the green light to a pill version of the blockbuster weight-loss drug Wegovy, the first daily oral medication to treat obesity.

China biotech’s Cambrian explosion - statnews.com

Chinese biotech is in the midst of a full-blown Cambrian explosion, writes Brian Finrow.

U.S. Treasury yields decline ahead of key debt auctions - CNBC

U.S. Treasury yields declined as investors look toward a shortened holiday trading week on top of key debt auctions.

US bans new foreign drone models in a blow to Chinese giant DJI - CNN

A new rule by the Federal Communications Commission will make it impossible for US consumers to buy the next generation of foreign made drones, including DJI.

Small plane lands itself safely with Autoland system in 1st use in emergency situation, company says - ABC News

Tennessee makes a very California move to solve its In-N-Out problem - SFGATE

The arrival of In-N-Out to Idaho, Washington and Tennessee created massive hype and long lines. One of those states now has an app for tracking wait times.

S.F. power outage: More than 48 hours later, some parts of the city are still without power - San Francisco Chronicle

PG&E continued to work to restore power to thousands of customers in San Francisco on Monday.