Shoppers rushing to grab last-minute Easter essentials may find relief this year, as several major retailers are keeping their doors open on Sunday, April 5, 2026. While some big names are opting to close for the holiday, others are stepping in to meet demand for everything from groceries to holiday treats. With Easter often bringing…
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Why are investors fleeing Nike stock after a 14% plunge to a 52-week low?
Nike had what looked like a decent earnings report on paper. Then came the guidance, and everything fell apart. The athletic apparel giant released its fiscal third quarter 2026 results after the market closed on March 31, beating Wall Street’s expectations on both earnings and revenue. But what followed during the earnings call a sobering…
SpaceX secretly files for what could be the biggest IPO ever
Elon Musk’s SpaceX has taken a major step toward going public, filing confidentially for an initial public offering with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, according to people familiar with the matter. The move brings the rocket, satellite and artificial intelligence company closer to what could be the largest IPO ever recorded. The draft registration…
Oracle cuts 30,000 jobs in brutal 6 a.m. email shockwave
Oracle has reportedly launched a sweeping round of layoffs that could impact as many as 30,000 employees worldwide, marking one of the company’s most significant workforce reductions in recent years. The cuts began quietly but quickly drew attention as affected workers shared their experiences online. According to multiple reports and employee posts, many staff members…
Allbirds agrees to sell its assets to American Exchange Group for $39M
Allbirds is entering a defining moment in its business journey, taking concrete steps toward winding down operations after years of building a recognizable name in sustainable fashion. The company has agreed to sell substantially all of its assets in a deal valued at $39 million, marking a significant shift in its future direction. The agreement…
Rec Room shutdown 2026 as popular VR platform closes after a decade
Rec Room is officially shutting down on June 1, 2026, bringing an end to a 10-year run that helped define social gaming in virtual reality. The platform, which launched in 2016, became widely known for its user-generated content and cross-platform accessibility, allowing players to connect across VR headsets, consoles, and PCs. Despite building a large…
Cole’s French Dip closes after 118 years leaving LA diners in shock
One of Los Angeles’ most historic restaurants is serving its last meal. Cole’s French Dip, known for its signature sandwich and decades-long community following, will close permanently after 118 years of operation. The beloved downtown spot had faced numerous challenges over the years, attempting to stay afloat amid a rocky economic environment that has forced…
Sad closure ends 53-year hardware store legacy
A well-known neighborhood hardware store in Franklin is preparing to close its doors after more than five decades of service, marking the end of an era for the local community. Harpeth True Value Home Center, an independently owned store affiliated with True Value, is set to permanently shut down on April 1, 2026. The closure…
Nvidia CEO sparks debate over AGI definition
Jensen Huang is once again at the center of a growing conversation about the future of artificial intelligence, after suggesting that artificial general intelligence, often called AGI, may already be here. The claim comes at a time when the tech industry is investing heavily in AI development, with companies racing to build systems that can…
Gold takes a hit as escalating Iran war rattles markets and inflation outlook
Gold, which spent much of 2026 trading near record highs, is suddenly in freefall. Bullion plunged as much as 3.8 percent to $4,320.30 an ounce on Sunday — a level less than a dollar above where it ended last year — nearly erasing the entirety of this year’s gains in a matter of days. The…