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Stephen Miran and Lisa Cook will both cast votes at the central bank’s meeting on Wednesday, where policymakers are expected to lower interest rates.

Spontaneous gas explosions appear to be increasing in northern Russia because of climate change and some specific local conditions.

Committee members, some of whom are vaccine skeptics, are likely to recommend restricting the use of the shots at birth or delaying them until later in childhood.

J.P. Morgan, Blackstone and other financial giants are buying “industrial outdoor storage,” sites vital to logistics, trade and the construction of data centers.

Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Meta and OpenAI plan to spend at least $325 billion by the end of the year in pursuit of A.I. We explain why they’re doing it.

British Finance Minister Rachel Reeves lauded Google’s investment as “a powerful vote of confidence in the UK economy.”

A number of global pharma firms have pulled or paused U.K. investment plans amid waning government support and drug pricing talks.

U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration have adopted a reconciliatory tone following an immigration raid at a South Korean-owned battery plant.

Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle.

U.S. President Donald Trump said he would file a $15 billion defamation and libel lawsuit against The New York Times for the reporting related to Jeffrey Epstein.

The whirlwind trip comes at a torrid time for Prime Minister Keir Starmer who is facing questions over his leadership and judgment.

Global markets are keeping a close eye on talks in Spain after U.S. President Donald Trump said the U.S.-China trade negotiations were progressing well.

Ready to get a head start on your holiday shopping? Amazon just announced the dates of October's Prime Big Deal Days shopping event.

On the hunt for the perfect mattress (and pillow)? Save on your soon-to-be favorite brand, Purple, with these coupons and deals.

Breaking its nine-month downward trend, inflation in August inched to 2.1%, from 1.5% in July due to a rise in food prices compared with the previous month.

Carl Pei's Nothing is raising $200 million in a Series C round from Tiger Global at a $1.3 billion valuation.

OpenAI has hired former xAI finance chief Mike Liberatore as business finance offer, responsible for managing the company's soaring compute spending.

Tariffs triggered a plunge in China’s exports to the United States, but its global trade surplus is larger because sales to other regions are surging.

Nostalgia for the fashion and culture of the years after the millennium, when the future held promise for many, is a commentary on today’s mood.

How to watch Asia Cup for free. Live stream Bangladesh vs. Afghanistan in the 2025 Asia Cup for free from anywhere in the world.

How to watch Champions League for free. Live stream Real Madrid vs. Marseille in the Champions League for free.

How to watch Champions League for free. Live stream Athletic Club vs. Arsenal in the Champions League for free.

How to watch the Champions League for free. Watch Tottenham Hotspur vs. Villarreal in the Champions League for free from anywhere in the world.

Hints and answers to today's Hurdle all in one place.

Mortgage fraud allegations, like those President Trump has leveled against Lisa Cook, are hard to prove. A New York Times review of the holdings of other Washington officials shows how multiple mortgages can invite questions even when people act properly.

See the moon phase expected for September 16, 2025 as well as when the next full moon is expected.

The NYT Strands hints and answers you need to make the most of your puzzling experience.

Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1550 on September 16 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.

Korean immigrant Kristy Kim was denied housing as a 'credit ghost' in America. Now, she runs a $20 million a year fintech startup helping others build credit.

Alphabet has artificial intelligence to thank for its inclusion in the $3 trillion valuation club. But it's not because Alphabet is excelling in AI.

Miran's fast-tracked confirmation comes as Trump has also moved to fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook from the board of the central bank.

Trump's attorneys wanted a lower-court ruling, which temporarily barred Cook's firing, stayed ahead of the Fed's upcoming meeting on interest rates.

The Senate voted to install one of President Trump’s top economic advisers at the central bank, opening the door for him to cast a vote at this week’s meeting to set interest rates.

The decision came just a day before the Federal Reserve begins a two-day meeting at which policymakers are expected to cut interest rates.

Asia-Pacific markets were set to open mostly higher after President Donald Trump said Monday that U.S.-China trade negotiations in Spain were progressing well.

Samsung issued an urgent security update, which fixes a bug that would allow attackers to take over your phone.

As of Sept. 15, you can save $200 on the usually $1,199 15-inch MacBook Air if you grab it on sale at Amazon.

The effort, called the Fellowship PAC, is the crypto industry’s latest move to help elect legislators that will force through its interests in Washington.

The Apple iPad mini (WiFi, 128GB) is on sale at Amazon for $399, down from the standard price of $499. That's a 20% discount.

As of Sept. 15, the Apple 2024 Mac mini with M4 chip is on sale for $499 at Amazon, down from its list price of $599.

This Ultimate Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows and Windows 11 Pro Bundle gives your PC a major upgrade, and right now it’s only $54.97 (reg. $418.99).

Get a Pok Pok Lifetime Subscription for $49.99 (reg. $250) with code TAKE10 through Oct. 5 — Montessori-inspired, ad-free learning play for kids ages 2–8.

The Trump administration and representatives from China say they have a "framework" for a TikTok deal to avoid a ban in the U.S.

At WIRED's AI Power Summit Monday, industry executives and officials discussed the impact artificial intelligence is having on every corner of society—and where it goes from here.

Rodatherm Energy emerged from stealth with $38 million in Series A funding. It plans to build a closed-loop geothermal power plant that uses refrigerants to move heat to the surface.

Investors continue to reward Alphabet's stock after a judge declined to break up Google earlier this month.

The study highlights the risk that AI is replacing employees entirely, instead of merely supporting their work.

The collector’s trove of 55 works, including Klimt, Matisse and Munch, will be auctioned in November.

Saudi Arabia will host a flag football tournament featuring N.F.L. stars in the spring, in a mutually beneficial sports expansion.

Handmade in the Netherlands, the Moccamaster will kickstart your morning for years to come.

Divergent Technologies' new round will help the company expand its manufacturing footprint across the U.S.

On this episode of "Uncanny Valley," we discuss the legacy of Charlie Kirk and the aftermath of his murder.

The “Robinhood Ventures Fund I” is intended to allow any retail investor to make money on startups, but the details are scant.

We asked YC-focused investors to name the startups from the Summer 2025 batch that generated the most interest.

Kering said the hackers did not steal credit card numbers and that it has contacted the customers whose data is part of the breach, without saying how many were affected. 

Does Silicon Valley still give founders an edge? At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 (Oct 27–29, SF), Anh-Tho Chuong (Lago), David Hall (Revolution), and Tawni Nazario-Cranz (SignalFire) debate whether location still drives startup success.

They claim Trump’s executive orders are unconstitutional. The government says their lawsuit should be thrown out. The two sides are set to clash this week in Montana.

The overall total, 7.4 million viewers, was the highest in four years.

Job seekers report a brutal job market, in part due to new challenges created by AI. Meanwhile, OpenAI is readying its own AI jobs platform.

Unlike traditional alarm clocks that can be silenced with a simple tap, Awake is intended to actively engage users' brains to ensure they fully wake up.

Home Helpers Home Care offers an opportunity to build a rewarding business that's both financially and personally fulfilling.

Google's parent company, Alphabet, hit the milestone on Monday, joining the ranks of Nvidia, Microsoft, and Apple.

The launch comes as the company rolled out its fifth-generation Snap Spectacles for developers last year and plans to launch a consumer version sometime in 2026.

Not sold on the iPhone 17? If you can hold out, we expect to see the iPhone 18 — and a rumored Apple foldable — in 2026.

Why are poorly cropped images all over your social media feed? Explaining the 'how to fit this into my banner' trend.

Grid Studio is celebrating its 5th anniversary with a 20 percent off sitewide sale. Its art pieces include deconstructed iPhones, Game Boys, and even the original Samsung Galaxy S.

President Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social on Monday that a "deal was reached on a 'certain' company."

Nintendo is bringing back the reviled 'Virtual Boy' as a Switch accessory

Here's how to access the calm, intuitive awareness that drives better decisions and deeper innovation.

CoreWeave has secured more business from Nvidia, which is an investor in the company and its main source of chips for running AI models.

iOS 26 was released to the public on Sept. 15. There are plenty of cool features, but here are three must-try new tools.

Chinese regulators, on a day of U.S. trade talks, said that an acquisition by Nvidia had violated antimonopoly regulations.

Russian military exercises near NATO borders follow the recent incursion of Russian drones into the airspace of Poland and Romania, further stoking tensions with the West.

Apple's iOS 26 update with Liquid Glass redesign is available to all eligible iPhone users starting today.

Building a loyal community turns customers into passionate supporters who drive lasting growth.

It might be tempting to have AI write your personal statement, but experts say it could backfire badly.

Nirav Tolia (Nextdoor), Jane Alexander (CapitalG), and Vanessa Larco (Premise, NEA) join TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 (Oct 27–29, SF) to share strategies for building resilient companies and scaling in the AI era.

OpenAI's AI coding agent, Codex, can now spend anywhere from a few seconds to several hours on a task, thanks to a new, customized version of GPT-5.

AI is transforming grief tech into growth tech, turning digital legacies into powerful tools of influence for brands and entrepreneurs.

Google faces its first lawsuit from a major publisher over its AI Overviews feature on Google Search.

China is investigating Nvidia's 2020 acquisition of Mellanox Technologies as trade tensions between the U.S. and China heat up.

Over 200 contractors who work on improving Google’s AI products, including Gemini and AI Overviews, have been laid off, sources say. It’s the latest development in a conflict over pay and alleged poor working conditions.

As of Sept. 15, the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 portable power station is on sale for $448.98, down from $799, at Amazon.

As of Sept. 15, the LG 45GX950A-B 45-inch Ultragear 5K2K OLED Gaming Monitor is on sale for $1,699.99, down from $1,999.99, at Amazon.

The Israeli government ordered the seizure of 187 wallets it said belong to the IRGC, which have over time received $1.5 billion in crypto, according to a blockchain analysis firm.

TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 takes place October 27–29 at Moscone West in San Francisco, and we’re looking for motivated, curious, and energetic volunteers to help make it all happen.

DeeperDive, a new tool that converses with readers, is an effort to beat the AI industry at its own game.

PayPal introduces 1:1 direct payment links that will soon support crypto.

A bug caused some Echo Show devices to use gigabytes of data. Amazon has since patched the issue.

A lucrative transaction involving the Trump family’s cryptocurrency firm and an agreement giving the Emiratis access to A.I. chips were connected in ways that have not been previously reported.

A $2 billion crypto deal and an agreement to sell valuable chips to the United Arab Emirates were intertwined in ways that have not been previously reported.

iOS 26 is finally here to help you get the most out of your iPhone. You can download it now.

The employees were on xAI's data annotation team.

The 11-inch Apple iPad Air is on sale for $449 at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy, saving you $150.

Public companies have been reporting quarterly earnings since 1970, per SEC requirements.

Google's post-Emmys Easter egg allows you to virtually give shows like "The Pitt" and "The Studio" their flowers.

Karen Attiah said she was fired for “speaking out against political violence” and “America’s apathy toward guns.”

As of Sept. 15, you can get the Mova P10 Pro Ultra robot vacuum and mop for $499, down from $599, at Amazon. That's a 17% discount and a $100 savings.

The DJI Osmo Mobile 7P gimbal is on sale at Amazon for $126, down from the list price of $149.

The president proposed changing the rules to require twice-yearly reports, revisiting an idea from his first term.