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From Street View To AI — How Google Maps Mapped The World -CNBC

 

Google Maps is the world’s top navigation app, and in February it will turn 20 years old. It’s aiming to stay ahead using new generative AI features, and a nimbler Street View camera that will help it map at least three new countries.

Nissan Is Fighting To Survive But Its Future Looks Grim -CNBC

 

Nissan’s pending merger talks with its archrival Honda may give be its best shot at surviving. The third largest Japanese automaker by volume is struggling in multiple regions around the world, including the US and China.

Why Americans Are Obsessed With Canned Cocktails Like High Noon -CNBC

 

Over the past decade, malt-based canned drinks like White Claws have grown exponentially in popularity in the U.S. But by 2022, White Claw hard seltzer sales had peaked as the market became highly saturated. Now, canned cocktails are on the rise

What Went Wrong With Spirit Airlines? -CNBC

 

Spirit Airlines filed for bankruptcy protection in November 2024, the first major U.S. airline to do so since 2011. The iconic budget airline hasn’t had a profitable year since 2019 and it’s lost more than $2 billion since 2020.

Expert Explains Hidden Airport Design Tricks That Guide Travelers | WSJ

 

Record travel this holiday season means more delays and cancellations, but a well-designed airport can ease the flow of millions. Seamless passenger flow reduces confusion, makes airports more money and helps prevent delays.

What will be the biggest stories in 2025? -The Economist

 

What will be the stories that shape the coming year? Tom Standage, editor of The World Ahead, reveals his top 3 for 2025

How Amazon Haul Is Taking On Temu With Cheap Goods From China -CNBC

 

In November, Amazon quietly launched Haul, a mobile-only section of its shopping app for items under $20. They take at least a week to arrive because they're largely coming from China.

How Employees Are Coffee Badging To Avoid Full Days At The Office -CNBC

 

As the job market tightens, especially for white-collar positions, 'coffee badging' is trending. Watch the video above to learn more.

Why Facebook-Parent Meta Is Willing To Lose Billions On The Metaverse -CNBC

 

Facebook changed its name to Meta in October 2021 and CEO Mark Zuckerberg used the occasion to show the world his vision of a digital future of work and play accessible through a VR headset.

How Shopping Malls Are Being Transformed Into Apartments In The U.S. -CNBC

 

While many U.S. malls face anchor store closures and empty parking lots, some are finding new life by becoming housing. Real estate developers are building housing inside of or next to shopping malls as department stores like Macy’s, JCPenney and Sears.

China’s Auto Takeover: BYD Vs. Tesla And The Battle For EV Supremacy | CNBC Marathon

 

CNBC examines China’s rapidly growing automotive industry, focusing on its technological advancements, increasing exports, and a lack of interest in American car brands.

Why Airlines Can’t Survive Without Loyalty Programs | WSJ

 

American Airlines created the first major airline loyalty program in 1981 as a way to compete for customers post-deregulation. But today these programs are the industry norm.

Why Americans Love Iced Coffee -CNBC

 

Americans spent more than $17 billion on iced coffee, cold brew and frozen coffee drinks in 2023, which is doubled the amount spent in 2016.

Why The U.S. Isn’t Growing Enough Food -CNBC

 

The number of U.S. farms and what they grow for human consumption have been on a decline for decades.

Are Companies ‘Quiet Quitting’ DEI Initiatives? -CNBC

 

As companies navigate a politically charged climate in 2024, many are scaling back their DEI initiatives.

Why Proving You Aren’t a Robot Has Never Been Harder | WSJ

 

Captchas, the online tests designed to tell if you’re robot or human, have been getting harder.

Why Nonalcoholic Beer Is So Popular Now | WSJ

 

Nonalcoholic beer is one of the fastest growing segments of the beer industry, and Athletic Brewing is on top. So far in 2024, Athletic has outsold its nonalcoholic beer competitors including Heineken, Budweiser, Guinness and Corona in the U.S.

Why Homeowners And Renters Are Struggling In The U.S. | CNBC

 

With increasingly high rental prices, insurance companies dropping coverage, and overly restrictive Homeowners Associations (HOAs), Americans face a multitude of challenges on the path to homeownership.

Why Used Toyotas And Hondas Are So Expensive -CNBC

 

Toyota and Honda have been called boring brands – sometimes even by company insiders. But a combination of reliability, disciplined production and pricing help them hold their value better than just about any other brand.

Why The American Dream Became Unaffordable For The Middle Class -CNBC

 

As of June 2024, 65% of middle-class Americans say they are struggling financially and don’t expect their situation to improve for the rest of their lives.