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California Pizza Kitchen’s Big Comeback: Inside the Deal Powering Its Next Chapter
California Pizza Kitchen enters a new era as fresh investment fuels growth, innovation, and global expansion—showing how legacy restaurant brands stay relevant.

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.

Pfizer's $7.3B Metsera Deal Aims to Trim Lilly & Novo’s Lead in Obesity Race
Pfizer is acquiring weight-loss drug developer Metsera in a deal valued at up to $7.3 billion as it tries to catch up in the booming obesity treatment market.

Poll: More Americans think companies benefit from legal immigration
A new poll finds U.S. adults are more likely than they were a year ago to think immigrants in the country legally benefit the economy. That comes as President Donald Trump's administration imposes new restrictions targeting legal pathways into the country. The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research survey finds Americans are more likely than they were in March 2024 to say it’s a “major benefit” that people who come to the U.S. legally contribute to the economy and help American companies get the expertise of skilled workers. At the same time, perceptions of illegal immigration haven’t shifted meaningfully. Americans still see fewer benefits from people who come to the U.S. illegally.

Tylenol maker rebounds a day after unfounded claims about its safety
Shares of Tylenol maker Kenvue are bouncing back sharply before the opening bell a day after President Donald Trump promoted unproven and in some cases discredited ties between Tylenol, vaccines and autism. Trump told pregnant women not to use the painkiller around a dozen times during the White House news conference Monday. The drugmaker tumbled 7.5%. Shares have regained most of those losses early Tuesday in premarket trading.

'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' Returns to ABC on Tuesday Night
Disney announced that ABC will reinstate Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Tuesday, six days after it was suspended for controversial remarks made by Jimmy Kimmel.

Tylenol Turmoil: Trump’s Claims Spark Stock Slump
On Monday, President Trump claimed that using Tylenol, also known as acetaminophen, during pregnancy causes autism and told pregnant women to avoid it.

Michelob Ultra Cracks the Top Beer Spot in U.S.
Michelob Ultra has overtaken Modelo as the best-selling beer in the U.S., both in retail stores and in bars and restaurants.

TikTok Turnover: Oracle-Led Deal Set to Recode Control
A preliminary agreement will transfer ownership of TikTok from China’s ByteDance to a U.S. consortium led by Oracle.

From Seedlings to Sustainability: Vita Coco Co-Founder on Eco‑Forward Path
Mike Kirban on how Vita Coco is shaping the future of beverages with sustainable sourcing, clean labeling and environmental impact tied to growth.

Compass Buys Anywhere in $1.6B Power Move to Shake Up Real Estate
Compass is acquiring rival Anywhere Real Estate in a $1.6 billion all-stock deal, signaling major consolidation amid slumping home sales.
