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Newton N. Minow, F.C.C. Chief Who Deemed TV a ‘Vast Wasteland,’ Dies at 97

Business NY Times - May 7, 2023

His stunning declaration caused an instant sensation when he made it in 1961 and ignited a national debate over Americans’ viewing habits. » mehr lesen

Bank Turmoil Is Paving the Way for Even Bigger ‘Shadow Banks’

Business NY Times - May 6, 2023

The market for loans from non-bank firms like Apollo and Blackstone is booming. A crisis in regional lenders could accelerate it. » mehr lesen

Berkshire Reports Big Jump in Earnings

Business NY Times - May 6, 2023

Gains in its insurance business offset lower revenue from its real estate and consumer products companies. The results came out at the start of the conglomerate’s 59th annual meeting. » mehr lesen

Backup Power: A Growing Need, if You Can Afford It

Business NY Times - May 6, 2023

Extreme weather linked to climate change is causing more blackouts. But generators and batteries are still out of reach of many. » mehr lesen

Tucker Carlson Wants to Return to TV Before 2025. Will Fox Let Him?

Business NY Times - May 6, 2023

In conversations with his associates, Mr. Carlson has expressed interest in getting back to work before the agreement expires. » mehr lesen

DeSantis Signs Into Law Latest Wrinkle in Disney Feud

Business NY Times - May 6, 2023

The bill would allow approved development agreements for Walt Disney World to be voided. The company has already sued the governor over the issue. » mehr lesen

Judge Dismisses F.T.C. Lawsuit Against Kochava, a Location Data Broker

Business NY Times - May 6, 2023

The ruling was a blow to the commission’s intensifying efforts to crack down on the sale and use of sensitive personal information. » mehr lesen

U.S. Job Growth Retains Vigor Despite Economic Worries

Business NY Times - May 5, 2023

Employers added 253,000 jobs in April and unemployment fell to 3.4 percent, but the labor market’s strength complicates the Fed’s inflation fight. » mehr lesen