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Performance Food Group, US Foods Call Off Merger Talks
The combined entity would have leapfrogged Sysco at the top of the food service carrier table — serving restaurants, corporate offices, convenience stores, gas stations and truck stops.
Some Seattle Flights Stop to Refuel as Pipeline Leak Persists
Some flights leaving Seattle have been forced to add stops to refuel after a pipeline spill cut off jet fuel supply to the airport as it gears up for a surge in travel through Thanksgiving.
First Brands Sees New Call for Outside Trustee to Manage SPEs
First Brands' bankruptcy advisers are facing a new challenge that could impact how a potential restructuring of the auto parts supplier is carried out.
FAA to Probe Airlines Over Shutdown Flight Limits
Under the agency’s original emergency order, carriers that didn’t comply could face penalties of up to $75,000 for every flight operated above the mandated limits.
A Lifeline for Nikola Truck Owners, Fuel Cell Technology?
2025 was largely a dark year for hydrogen fuel cell electric rigs in the U.S, but a small group of equipment, fuel and truck suppliers are striving for a brighter future.
Rick Cotton, Leader of Port Authority of N.Y.-N.J., to Retire
Rick Cotton, the executive director of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, who oversaw major revitalization efforts around the port, will retire in January, the agency announced.
Texas Immigration Sting Pulls 31 CDL Holders Off the Road
Gov. Greg Abbott’s office noted that a majority of the drivers detained were holding commercial driver licenses issued by California. None of the drivers were holding Texas CDLs.
October Trailer Orders Edge Higher Than 2024 Level
Preliminary net orders in October increased 3% year over year to 17,100 units. September had marked the first time orders trended below the prior-year results since April.
Crossword Puzzle Solution for November 24, 2025
Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the November 24, 2025 print edition.
Trump Reviews Nvidia’s Bid to Sell Chips to China
President Trump is hearing from “lots of different advisers” in deciding on the exports, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said, noting that Trump understands China's Xi Jinping “the best.”
Trump, Xi Hold Call Amid Trade Thaw
The topic of the discussion was unclear and the report did not contain further details. Neither the White House nor Chinese embassy immediately responded to requests for comment.
Amazon Data Center Count Surges Past 900 Sites
Documents shine a light on Amazon’s cloud computing operations at a time when investors are keen for insights into whether AWS has sufficient capacity to meet the enormous demands of AI.
DHL Invests $150 Million in Saudi Arabia Logistics Hub
Construction of the warehouse is expected to begin next year, Orkun Saruhanoglu, CEO of DHL Supply Chain in the Middle East and Africa, said in an interview.
Port Volumes Slow Nearing End of Strong Year
Port of Los Angeles is bidding to reach the 10-million-container mark for the third time in its history, according to Executive Director Gene Seroka.
UPS and FedEx Strain as MD-11 Jets Stay Grounded
The grounding has drained capacity and complicated operations for the world’s largest package delivery companies just as shipping volumes surge for the peak period through Christmas.
Tyson to Cease Operations at Nebraska Beef Plant
Tyson Foods is ending operations at a beef plant in Nebraska and cutting a shift at a Texas facility as the meat producer loses millions amid the smallest American cattle herd in decades.
Seattle Airport Faces Fuel Crunch Threat After Pipeline Shuts
Sea-Tac airport is facing the threat of disruptions for jet-fuel supplies after a pipeline spill prompted a shutdown at a time when airlines are prepping for a busy Thanksgiving week.
Diesel Price Upside Momentum to Slow After Recent Jump
U.S. diesel exports have been relatively robust of late, more than 1 million barrels per day, according to Gas Buddy. A high percentage has gone to Latin America and South America.
Trump Tariff Cut May Ease Pain for US Coffee, Beef Lovers
President Trump’s decision to remove a key tariff on Brazilian coffee and beef may deliver some relief to markets and U.S. consumers who have struggled with soaring prices for the key staples.
Cross-Border Freight Bridge Eyes Shuttle, Lift Prototypes
Developers of an elevated freight bridge at the U.S.-Mexico border in Laredo, Texas, using automated shuttles are set to begin building their first prototypes over the next six months.