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Washington Post Reporters Appeal to Bezos as Layoff Fears Grow
Washington Post reporters are urging owner Jeff Bezos to halt planned newsroom layoffs, warning that shrinking coverage would weaken the paper’s journalism.

Microsoft Profits Jump on A.I. Boom, But Investors Hit Pause
Microsoft reported strong quarterly results, with revenue rising 17% to $81.3 billion and profits topping Wall Street expectations as AI adoption accelerates.

Scrolling Safely: TikTok Gets an American Makeover
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew told employees that the company’s U.S. operations will move into a new entity, TikTok USDS Joint Venture LLC.

These Are the Tech Gifts Everyone Is Fighting Over This Holiday Season
Holiday shopping heats up as Tom’s Guide editor Kate Kozuch reveals the tech gifts everyone wants, from wellness gadgets to gaming buzz—and how to score deals!

Big Business This Week: Xmas tricks retailers use to “hack our minds”
How do brands keep consumers spending even when they're strapped for cash at Xmas?

The case for making failing movies
Some movies do badly at the box office, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't make them.

The Hidden Skill Every Great Philanthropist Needs
PIMCO’s John Studzinski on markets, leadership, and why long-term thinking matters as much in giving as it does in investing.

Buy Now or Wait? A Real Estate CEO Breaks Down the Market
High rates and low inventory continue to squeeze buyers. Century 21 CEO Mike Miedler breaks down what’s next for U.S. housing.

Spend Smarter, Not Harder: Last Minute Holiday Shopping Rules You Can’t Afford to Ignore
Prices are up and budgets are tight. Shopping expert Trae Bodge shares smart ways to save, spot real deals, and avoid holiday debt.

Bezos Couple Spotlights Neurodiversity with $5 Million Award
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos are awarding $5 million to David Flink, founder and CEO of the Neurodiversity Alliance.

FCC Chair Faces Firestorm Over Jimmy Kimmel Comments
Democratic senators sharply criticized FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, accusing him of politicizing the agency by pressuring broadcasters over Jimmy Kimmel’s show.
