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Cavalier Hotel, two other Virginia Beach hotels could be sold to Connecticut firm

The historic Cavalier Hotel and resort in Virginia Beach may soon be sold to a Connecticut-based real estate investment firm.

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Faye employees celebrated their new office in Henrico County Tuesday. Photo courtesy Faye

Travel insurance business moves US headquarters to Henrico

Travel insurance startup Faye opened a new U.S. headquarters in Henrico County as the company expands operations.

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FAA awards $21M to support Virginia airport projects

The Federal Aviation Administration has awarded $21 million in federal funding to support airport infrastructure projects across Virginia

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A "For Sale" sign stands in front of a house, on the North Shore of Long Island city of Glen Cove, New York, U.S., August 12, 2025. REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton/File Photo

US existing home sales increase less than expected in April

U.S. existing home sales increased 0.2% in April to 4.02 million units despite elevated mortgage rates and rising inflation, according to the National Association of Realtors.

Money

Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., May 7, 2026. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo

Wall Street ends higher on tech rally; investors eye Beijing talks

Wall Street advanced on a tech rally as investors watched Trump and Xi Jinping's high-stakes Beijing summit and solid U.S. economic data.

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Virginia casino revenue hits nearly $99M in April

Virginia casinos generated nearly $99 million in April gaming revenue, led by Caesars Virginia in Danville.

People

Leidos has appointed longtime healthcare executive Amy Wykoff as senior vice president and chief product officer. Photo courtesy Leidos

Leidos hires new SVP and chief product officer

Leidos has appointed longtime healthcare executive Amy Wykoff as senior vice president and chief product officer.

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Rolley Davis, President of Sussex Development Corporation.

Rolley Davis Promoted to President of Sussex Development Corporation

Virginia Beach, VA — Sussex Development Corporation, a leading construction management firm headquartered in Virginia Beach, announced today the promotion of Rolley Davis from Vice President to President. As President, he will oversee company operations, strategic initiatives, and long-term growth, while continuing to foster the culture of integrity, commitment, collaboration, and excellence that has defined […]

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Warsh has big plans for the Fed, but results may take time

US producer prices surprise with largest increase in four years

Fed’s Collins says rate hikes may be needed to quell inflation 

Google in talks with SpaceX for Suncatcher orbital data center project

FDA commissioner Makary is resigning, sources say

House lawmakers press Paramount CEO on Warner Brothers acquisition

US indicts two companies, individual in 2024 collapse of Baltimore Key Bridge

Oil prices jump on latest US-Iran peace process impasse

A contract crew from Verizon installs 5G telecommunications equipment on a tower in Orem, Utah, U.S. December 3, 2019. Picture taken December 3, 2019. REUTERS/George Frey/File Photo

FCC approves Verizon’s $1B spectrum purchase

The FCC approved Verizon's $1 billion deal to acquire spectrum assets from U.S. Cellular, enhancing network coverage and capacity across the U.S.

The Boeing logo on the doors to the Boeing factory in Renton, Washington, U.S., April 15, 2026. REUTERS/Genna Martin

US jury awards family of Boeing 737 MAX crash victim $49.5M

A US jury awarded $49.5 million to the family of a woman killed in the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 737 MAX crash.

Job seeker Rueben Cota talks with recruiter San Diego sheriff's deputy Hubbard during a job fair for employees who are not vaccinated against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), in Temecula, California, U.S., December 4, 2021. REUTERS/Denis Poroy

US weekly jobless claims increase moderately, labor market remains stable

Initial claims for unemployment benefits in the U.S. rose moderately to 211,000, indicating a stable labor market amid inflation concerns.

Shipping containers are stacked on a pier at the Red Hook Terminal in Brooklyn, New York City, U.S., April 14, 2026. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid

US import prices surge in April as fuels post biggest gain in four years

U.S. import prices rose 1.9% in April, driven by a 16.3% jump in fuel costs, the largest increase in four years amid Middle East tensions.

US Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary speaks during a press conference at the Department of Health and Human Services in Washington, D.C., U.S., November 10, 2025. REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz/File Photo

Makary exit may temporarily lift biotech sentiment but FDA leadership vacuum looms

FDA commissioner Dr. Marty Makary's departure may boost biotech sentiment temporarily but leaves a leadership vacuum at the agency, raising industry concerns.

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Local leaders shape solar’s future

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U.S. equity fund inflows ease to a six-week low

U.S. equity fund inflows dropped to a six-week low as investors reacted to crude oil price surges and Federal Reserve policy uncertainty.

The People Paradox: Why ‘Soft’ Skills Deliver the Hardest Numbers

Are your best people leaving over money — or this?

COVID did something to us that a decade of wellness programs never could. It forced us to look directly at our own mortality and ask with unusual honesty, is this how I want to spend my time? That question did not stay at the dinner table. It followed people into their offices, their Zoom calls […]

Maritime and logistics can lift the commonwealth

Maritime and logistics can lift the commonwealth

Virginia Maritime Association's executive director on state's maritime industry

Richard Foster. Photo by James Lee

No one’s indispensable — and that’s a good thing

Cross-training is a key strategy used by 68% of Virginia’s 2026 Best Places to Work to ensure operational continuity and employee engagement.

The choice we’re making about AI

The choice we’re making about AI

AI can improve productivity if implemented with training and human connection. Poor rollouts cause frustration and workplace loneliness, warns Best Companies Group.

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