U.S. v. Google: As landmark 'monopoly power' trial closes, here's what to look for Is Google an illegal monopoly that's thwarted rivals to remain on top or is it simply a beloved search engine? Now it's up to the judge to decide. Dara Kerr
How dairy production is changing in response to avian flu New measures to stop avian flu among dairy cows are taking effect, such as testing dairy herds before they cross state lines. But farmers who voluntarily report infections stand to lose money. Yuki Noguchi
Fed keeps interest rates at 23-year high The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady Wednesday, as inflation remained stubbornly above the Fed's 2% target. Investors now think it could be September or later before rates start to fall. Scott Horsley
Ford recalls Maverick pickups because tail lights can go dark, increasing crash risk Ford is recalling nearly 243,000 Maverick small pickup trucks in the U.S. because the tail lights may not illuminate. The recall covers certain pickups from the 2022 through 2024 model years. The Associated Press
The Federal Reserve is weighing what to do about interest rates The U.S. economy has been sending some mixed signals lately. Consumers say they're less confident, but they keep spending more money. It's a lot for the Federal Reserve to puzzle over. horsley
Couple sues Singapore Airlines after their seats wouldn't recline into a bed After the airline offered the couple flying from India to Singapore 10,000 flyer miles, they sued. A court in India ordered Singapore Airlines to pay them around $2,500 for "mental agony."
Walmart says it will close its 51 health centers and virtual care service The Arkansas-based company said that after managing the clinics it launched in 2019 and expanding its telehealth program, it concluded "there is not a sustainable business model for us to continue." The Associated Press
Fox News pulls down series as Hunter Biden threatens lawsuit Fox News has taken down a six-part series in which it staged a mock trial of hypothetical criminal charges against Hunter Biden after the president's son threatened to sue the network. David Folkenflik
With a deadline looming, countries race for a global agreement to cut plastic waste A United Nations official said negotiators have a "clear path to landing an ambitious deal" on plastic pollution. But environmentalists say the plastic industry is undermining an effective agreement. Michael Copley
Eight newspapers sue OpenAI, Microsoft for copyright infringement The New York Daily News, the Chicago Tribune and others contend that the tech companies illegally copied their work without seeking permission or ever paying the publishers. Bobby Allyn
