Fortune

America’s never had such high national debt heading into an economic shock. We need a ‘break glass’ plan, think tank warns

The U.S. national debt has reached 100% of GDP—a level not seen since WWII. A leading fiscal watchdog is calling on Congress to build a “Break Glass Plan” before the next crisis hits.

By Nick LichtenbergMarch 10, 2026

A woman in a red coat holds up a sign that says, “Shouldn’t hurt to be a nurse.”

Health care has been propping up a shaky labor market. For the first time in over four years, the sector shed thousands of jobs

By Sasha RogelbergMarch 9, 2026

Real Madrid player Jude Bellingham pours water on his face during a break

The 2026 World Cup will bring a uniquely American sports tradition to the beautiful game: Mid-match ad breaks

By Tristan BoveMarch 9, 2026

U.S. intel assessment: Iran regime change was unlikely in either short or long war, sources say

By Michelle L. Price, Mary Clare Jalonick and The Associated PressMarch 9, 2026

After losing her Malibu home, Paris Hilton is raising $1 million to get women-owned businesses back on their feet

By Gabriela Aoun Angueira and The Associated PressMarch 9, 2026

Trump promised to fill America’s oil reserves ‘right to the top.’ A year later, oil has exceeded $100 and they’re still less than 60% full

By Tristan BoveMarch 9, 2026

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