Starbucks sells 60% stake in China business in US$4 billion deal

Starbucks Corp said on Monday it is forming a joint venture with Chinese investment firm Boyu Capital (博裕資本) to operate Starbucks stores in China. Under the agreement, Boyu will acquire a 60 percent interest in Starbucks’ retail operations in...

Washington state develops drought insurance program to help farmers during dry years

• Washington State Department of Ecology is creating a voluntary Drought Insurance Program to help farmers access water during dry periods • The program would establish a marketplace where water can be leased to irrigators when river levels drop,...

Tracking every NFL trade deadline move: Jakobi Meyers to Jaguars

The 2025 NFL trade deadline is Tuesday at 4 p.m. ET, and we have you covered on every deal until the final second. We also have the latest buzz from our team of NFL reporters on which players could be moved next and which teams might be looking to...

Dre’Mont Jones Sends Strong Message After Trade to Ravens

Getty One day before the NFL trade deadline, the Tennessee Titans traded defensive end Dre’Mont Jones to the Baltimore Ravens. After the deal became official, Jones took to social media to share his thoughts — showing gratitude to the Titans...

Whittier Trust Makes History as the First U.S. Company Recognized by the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) as a Platinum Employer Partner

This prestigious designation celebrates Whittier Trust's global leadership in developing top-tier trust and estate advisors and sets a new benchmark for client-focused professional excellence. PASADENA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / November 4, 2025 /...

Commanders Trade Idea Lands Veteran QB From Rivals

Getty ATLANTA, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 28: Head coach Dan Quinn of the Washington Commanders looks on during the third quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 28, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd...

Ranking top 25 MLB trade candidates: Players who could be moved before 2026 season and potential landing spots

The 2025-26 MLB offseason has begun and it won't be long before trades and free agency signings begin. Like the regular season itself, baseball's offseason is a marathon, not a sprint, though there are always a few teams that jump right into the...

Washington Commanders Trade Deadline Tracker

The Washington Commanders are 3-6, and they’re on a four-game losing streak where they were blown out the last three games. QB Jayden Daniels suffered a bad elbow dislocation that will likely put him on the shelf for the rest of the year, and WR...

Titans rookie receives major support from NFL vet after trade: 'Cam is the truth'

Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Veteran NFL pass rusher Dre’Mont Jones offered a glowing endorsement of Tennessee Titans rookie Cam Ward as he was...

Bengaluru vs Seattle: AI startup co-founder runs a 24-hour company across two cities, shares insights on innovation and energy in both tech hubs

When Siddhant (Sid) Masson decided to leave his stable consulting job at Deloitte, he didn’t have a blueprint for what came next—just a growing sense of dissatisfaction and a curiosity about technology’s evolving power. Today, the 37-year-old...

Ravens add to pass rush, trade for Dre'Mont Jones from Titans

(WBFF) — Seemingly filling a hole at a position of need, the Ravens traded for edge rusher Dre'Mont Jones from the Tennessee Titans less than 24 hours before the trade deadline. Baltimore is reportedly sending back a conditional fifth-round pick...

Washington State Election: Key PACs and Their Fundraising Impact

(The Center Square) – With the election next Tuesday, state campaign finance data shows 584 political action committees have raised over $66 million so far this year — only 10 accounted for 41% of that. According to the Public Disclosure...

With SNAP in flux, Seattle food banks expect a surge

Following two federal court rulings, the Trump Administration said it would partially fund SNAP benefits this month. The uncertainty surrounding SNAP is expected to increase demand at Seattle food banks. We talk with Deb White, a Plymouth Housing...

Andrew Pravlik Shares a Lifetime of Financial Expertise, Resilience, and Client...

Andrew Pravlik has spent more than three decades in the financial services industry, guiding individuals and businesses through the complexities of investment, wealth management, and long-term financial planning. His career began in 1992 at the...

Seattle Mayoral candidates make final push before Election Day

Bruce Harrell and Katie Wilson — both running to be Seattle's next mayor — were out Monday night making their last-minute campaign stops. SEATTLE - The candidates for Seattle mayor were making their last minute campaign stops in the city of...

Business-2-Government Event: North Puget Sound Contracting Conference

LYNNWOOD—Economic Alliance Snohomish County, in partnership with powered-programs Washington APEX Accelerator and Washington Small Business Development Center, is excited to announce the 2025 North Puget Sound Contracting Conference (NPSCC),...

As trade deadline looms, the 49ers are searching for an identity amid injuries

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Even before the San Francisco 49ers kicked off against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 1, defensive coordinator Robert Saleh repeatedly warned anyone who would listen of the upcoming rollercoaster ride that would be this...

What to Do in Seattle if You’re Here for Business (2025)

As much as any city, Seattle is synonymous with the tech industry. Over the past 40 years, Seattle and its suburbs have seen hometown heroes like Microsoft and Amazon grow into some of the biggest businesses on the planet. Around them has sprung...

Seattle Lighting building in Pioneer Square could become a shelter

Looking northwest over the tracks, the possible addition is outlined. What most call the Seattle Lighting building, at 222 Second Ave. Ext. S., is a two-part structure on its own little triangle in Pioneer Square. The business and property have...

Q&A: Banchero on Finals hopes, Seattle hoops and more

Paolo Banchero: “Whatever it is my team needs me to do, I’m willing to do it.” Paolo Banchero is restless. That’s a common personality trait for players his age and ability and competitive streak, they tend to crave success. At the same time, he’s...