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Uber plans to invest up to $1.25 billion in Rivian to support deployment of as many as 50,000 Rivian R2 robotaxis through 2031, with an initial $300 million tranche expected subject to regulatory approval.

South Florida was placed in Buffalo for the NCAA tournament, a return home for coach Bryan Hodgson, and the Bulls will face Louisville on Thursday at 1:30 p.m. ET.

Chief Justice John Roberts said artificial intelligence will change legal work and could make early-career roles tougher, and he described being "completely befuddled" when his son used AI to create a song about their dog.

Cuba's energy ministry reported a reported 'complete disconnection' of the national grid after weeks of blackouts, leaving many areas with limited power and strained services; officials link the shortfall largely to halted oil shipments and reduced domestic production.

Vaxcyte announced that The Lancet Infectious Diseases published Phase 1/2 data showing VAX-31 was well tolerated and produced robust immune responses in adults 50 and older; the high dose met non-inferiority for 20 shared serotypes and superiority for 11 additional serotypes, and VAX-31 is now being evaluated in the OPUS Phase 3 adult program.

Shore Capital is under contract to buy a 47-acre Amtrak rail yard in Chicago's South Loop; the White Sox have discussed pursuing a new stadium and their lease for Rate Field expires after the 2029 season.

The Federal Reserve left its benchmark rate unchanged; Treasury yields and mortgage rates rose amid Middle East tensions while credit card APRs have remained just under 20%.

A Pew analysis and related reporting show baby boomers hold the largest share of U.S. wealth and had higher median net worth at similar ages than earlier generations; that wealth is unevenly distributed. The article outlines factors that helped boomers build wealth and summarizes financial headwinds and strengths for Gen X, millennials and Gen Z.

The article cites an average credit card rate near 21% and estimates roughly $2,100 in annual interest on a $10,000 revolving balance; it also reports mental-health and credit-score impacts and lists balance transfers, personal loans, and nonprofit counseling as options.

The article reports that prediction market platforms have begun offering sports-related event contracts that resemble wagers, and it says the Commodity Futures Trading Commission has been criticized for its handling of those platforms.

Officials said Cuba's national grid was reconnected and its largest oil-fired plant was restarted, ending a blackout that lasted more than 29 hours. Energy officials warned generation remains below demand and Cuba and the United States have opened talks to address the crisis.

Asian markets were mostly higher while oil prices eased, even as Iran carried out multiple attacks in the Gulf region and near Israel.

Several Texas cities have canceled Cesar Chavez Day events after the United Farm Workers announced it would not take part amid newly surfaced allegations about Cesar Chavez; organizers say details of the claims remain unclear.

Israeli officials reported two people were killed and several others wounded after a latest Iranian missile barrage; emergency and military teams are operating at multiple impact sites.

Miral, the Abu Dhabi operator, says the Disneyland Abu Dhabi resort remains planned and its CEO Mohamed Al Zaabi sent a congratulatory message to Disney's incoming theme park chairman. The article notes regional security tensions have disrupted events and travel but Miral says it remains committed to the project.

The NFL Players Association elected former president JC Tretter as executive director during its annual board meeting, returning a familiar leader after leadership controversies last year.

A $4.3 billion LG Energy Solution plant in Lansing will produce prismatic battery cells for Tesla, with production expected to begin in 2027.

Sutter Health announced plans to acquire Allina Health and said it intends to invest more than $2 billion in Minnesota and Wisconsin; Allina would retain its president, board and brand and the parties aim to close the deal by year-end pending regulatory approval.

A federal court ruling found the COVID‑19 public health emergency qualified for automatic deadline extensions, and penalties or interest charged during that period may now be refundable; reports say the window to file related claims runs through July 10, 2026.

Financial expert Suze Orman urged Americans to address credit card debt as total balances sit near $1.28 trillion, and she recommended compassionate self-assessment plus strategic repayment approaches such as balance transfers and prioritizing high-rate cards.

Lenders generally treat the end of a marriage or civil partnership the same for mortgage purposes and usually require finalised financial settlement documents, such as a decree and consent order, before approving an offer.

Israel reported new strikes on Tehran and stepped up operations in Lebanon while Iran and allied groups launched missiles and drones that prompted air-defence responses and a brief UAE airspace closure.

A mother who raised concerns about a nursery worker spoke after he was sentenced to 24 years for sexual offences against children; the nursery says it has strengthened safeguarding measures.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will pursue the fastest AI adoption in the G7 and set out three priorities — deeper ties with the EU, expanding AI and technology, and growth across Britain — alongside a £2.5 billion package for advanced computing that includes up to £1 billion for quantum procurement.

Postmaster General David Steiner said the Postal Service needs increased borrowing capacity to avoid running out of cash and that the agency has already reached its $15 billion borrowing cap. He is expected to present this written testimony to a House Oversight subcommittee.

Statistics Canada reported annual inflation cooled to 1.8% in February, below consensus, and economists say the softer reading should give the Bank of Canada room to hold interest rates as energy-price risks persist.

Reports say the Dodgers have sold naming rights to the playing field at Dodger Stadium to UNIQLO, though the team has not confirmed the deal; the report indicates the ballpark's overall name would remain unchanged.

Micron Technology said it will build a second Taiwan site for AI memory products after acquiring facilities from Powerchip, and its shares rose about 4% in premarket trade; shipments from the site are expected to begin in fiscal 2028.

Hundreds of thousands attended South Boston's St. Patrick's Day parade and Boston police made 17 arrests; the procession began earlier and ran in reverse to mark Evacuation Day.

Officials reported attacks on ships and airstrikes across parts of the Middle East while oil prices rose above $100 a barrel; some export terminals were closed and major economies pledged a coordinated release of emergency reserves.