• Sat, May 17, 2025

by: BBC

Heritage railway marks milestone with free travel

Yorkshire Wolds Railway celebrates its 10th anniversary on Sunday 25 May.

by: CNET

The Best Way to Pack Your Carry-On Bag for Memorial Day Weekend Travel

Choose the best carry-on bag and pack it correctly, so you can breeze through airport security lines.

by: GOBankingRates

5 Ways To Get the Best Deals on Summer Holiday Travel in 2025

Unlock the best summer holiday travel deals in 2025 with these expert tips. Save big on flights, hotels and more for an unforgettable vacation!

by: WJAX

JIA giving updates to travelers impacted by airport garage fire

Travelers parked in the Hourly Garage can now go to the airport's website and sign up to receive periodic updates as they become available. Here's the link.

by: MassLive

Travel alert: US officials warn DO NOT TRAVEL to parts of popular South American destination

Crime, civil unrest, kidnapping and terrorism are all dangers at a popular South American destination, according to a recent U.S. travel advisory.

by: WFXT

Local, national tourism bracing for a dip in international travelers this Summer, says WTTC

With the summer season right around the corner, experts are preparing for a roughly $12.5 billion projected drop nationwide in tourism this year.

by: Fortune

Charter agrees to combine with Cox in $34.5 billion cable deal

The combination is one of the largest of the year and comes as cable companies are facing increasing competition from wireless providers and streaming services.

by: Fortune

New York Republican floats higher tax rate to pay for SALT

"The One Big Beautiful Bill has stalled — and it needs wind in its sails," New York Representative Nick LaLota posted Saturday on X.

by: Fortune

Asking rents have fallen nearly 5% since 2022, but prices could start rebounding soon, Redfin says

Just 47% of newly built apartments were occupied three months after completion, tied for the lowest level on record.

by: Fortune

America's largest egg producer saw profits triple last quarter after raking in millions in government assistance

The egg giant sold 20% more eggs, but collected about 350% more dollars as it did pre-pandemic.

by: Fortune

Trump didn't care that the stock market was crashing. Bond yields were the 'pain point' that finally got him to pause tariffs

An alarming spike in 10-year Treasury yields finally persuaded Trump to act on tariffs.

by: Fortune

Nvidia CEO sees no evidence of AI chip diversion into China

Nvidia's hardware is too large to be easily smuggled across borders and its customers are aware of the rules and self-monitoring, Huang told Bloomberg.

by: Fortune

Banks are sitting on $500 billion in unrealized losses, and stagflation could cause another Silicon Valley Bank-like crisis

As long as interest rates remain elevated, lenders could be at risk if depositors get spooked.

by: Fortune

Will bond vigilantes kill Trump tax cuts?

The bill arriving in Congress could add an estimated $3.8 trillion to the federal deficit through 2034.

by: Fortune

Costly loss for sports team owners embedded in Trump tax bill

A lucrative tax break that sports team owners can use to shelter billions of dollars of income would be halved in value under House Republicans' draft legislation.

by: Fortune

Current price of gold: May 14, 2025

by: Fortune

Why Anthropic's MCP is poised to revolutionize AI-driven e-commerce

Model Context Protocol allows AI models to hook directly into retailers' and payment processors' systems in a secure and reliable way.
  • Sun, May 18, 2025

by: Fortune

Pope Leo's trading card set all-time record for any non-sports card by Topps

The secondary market is already exploding for the sold-out card.

by: Fortune

The suspect in an attack on a California fertility clinic believed the world shouldn't be populated

"Make no mistake: This is an intentional act of terrorism," Akil Davis, the head of the FBI's Los Angeles field office, told an evening news conference.

by: Fortune

Why Mastercard CEO Michael Miebach believes the future of payments is in the hands of consumers

"People want simplicity. They also want safety," Miebach told Fortune.
  • Mon, May 19, 2025

by: theinventory

travel inspira Luggage Scale, Now 23% Off

Save 23% on travel inspira Luggage Scale at Amazon

by: Today

Packing for vacation? A stylist recommends including these travel wardrobe essentials

These are the best travel basics to pack — that won't have you guessing what to wear.

by: Out

A Day Out in San Diego: A queer couple's breathtaking travel guide

OutTravelers Barry Hoy and Teraj Allen take you from Balboa Park to Torrey Pines in a radiant tour of the beach city's most iconic daytime spots!

by: Reuters

US imposes visa bans on India travel agents for facilitating illegal migration

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. State Department said on Monday that it was imposing visa restrictions on owners and other staff at India-based travel agencies that it says knowingly facilitate illegal migration to the United States. An unspecified number of unnamed people linked to travel agencies in India were being hit with visa bans under the Immigration and Nationality Act based on information gathered by the U.S. mission to India, department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said in a statement.

by: Couriermail

'Sensational': $400 off popular travel must-have

If you're looking to work more efficiently or get more out of your games, investing in the right laptop model is essential.

by: Newsweek

U.S. placing visa restrictions on India's travel agency owners

The State Department said it will be placing visa restrictions on owners, executives and senior officials of travel agencies in India.

by: Forbes

Jessica Pegula On Tennis Travel And Business Hustle

A new deal with Hyatt gives Jessica Pegula a fresh perspective on travel while she looks to grow her business portfolio

by: Fortune

Indeed CEO Chris Hyams says AI won't steal your job, but it will definitely change it

The job platform CEO predicted the next three years will be like 30 years' worth of change in the job market.

by: CNBC

The most common travel scams in 9 global cities

Common travel scams vary by city, with travel agency and taxi problems comprising the majority of reported cases in many places, according to a report.

by: WFTV

'It's the start of a new era': Travel agencies brace for Epic Universe boom

Travel agencies across central Florida are buzzing with excitement ahead of Epic Universe's grand opening.

by: WAVY

AAA Tidewater says to pack patience during holiday travel

HAMPTON ROADS, Va. (WAVY) — Memorial Day weekend marks the first big weekend of the summer season, and that typically includes sitting in traffic. AAA Tidewater is preparing for a record-number of travelers in Virginia, with more than a million people across the state expected to take a trip over the holiday weekend, which begins […]

by: ESPN

Canada's Marsch 'sad' about Gold Cup travel fears

Canada coach Jesse Marsch understands some of his team's supporters might not want to travel to the CONCACAF Gold Cup for fear of difficulty at the U.S. border.

by: CNET

This 2-in-1 Is My Favorite Laptop for Travel, and It's Only $280 Right Now

Lenovo's versatile Duet 11 Chromebook is compact, lightweight and multifunctional. It's a solid bargain even at full price, and right now it's $120 off.

by: Fortune

Moody's cuts deposit ratings at major banks after downgrading U.S.

The firm stripped the U.S. of its top credit rating, lowering it by one step.

by: Out

A Night Out in San Diego: A queer couple's moonlit travel guide

Explore the beach city's vibrant nightlife with OutTravelers Barry Hoy and Teraj Allen, from Mission Beach to Hillcrest's LGBTQ+ hotspots!

by: Forbes

5 Smart Ways To Save On Summer Family Travel

Save big on summer family travel with smart hacks—from playground-hopping abroad to scoring biz class with points and open-box gear for half the price.

by: Forbes

The Top 5 Ways To Save On Summer Family Travel

Save big on summer family travel with smart hacks—from playground-hopping abroad to scoring biz class with points and open-box gear for half the price.

by: Fortune

Lyft revives pooled rides at airports in push for cheaper trips

Lyft is piloting shared rides at eight US airports, including Boston, Los Angeles and San Francisco, with those trips receiving as much as a 20% discount compared with a regular Lyft.

by: Fortune

The startup founded by Coinbase's CEO raised $130 million by claiming aging is malleable. Does science back it up?

Experts in aging weigh in.

by: Fortune

Top economist El-Erian says tariffs have put the era of U.S. exceptionalism 'on pause'

El-Erian said American exceptionalism for years led the world to bring its money to the U.S.

by: Fortune

Google CEO Sundar Pichai says there won't be just one winner in the AI race

There is too much competition at the top and other AI-focused companies and tools to be launched.

by: Fortune

Bond yields just hit 'yippy' levels last seen during the post-Liberation Day meltdown

The 30-year Treasury yield jumped more than 10 basis points, topping 5%, before easing just below that threshold by midday.

by: Fortune

Current price of gold: May 19, 2025

Trends in gold prices could indicate whether the asset can protect against inflation. Here's a look at how the precious metal is doing today.
  • Tue, May 20, 2025

by: Mashable

Secure and locate your bags with this $20 TSA-approved travel lock

This TSA-Approved Travel Lock includes Apple Find My App integration, so you can items safe, secure, and easily locatable, and now a four-pack is just $79.99 (reg. $119.96).

by: CNN

Meet the destinations where culinary adventures await | CNN

Food has become an essential part of the modern traveler's itinerary. Holidaymakers are no longer content with simply sampling a country's signature dishes - they want to learn the history and traditions behind every bite.

by: Fortune

Trump's tariffs could kill America's multibillion-dollar semiconductor manufacturing boom

President Donald Trump's economic policies have complicated America's semiconductor growth.

by: Fortune

Meet the New York Times CEO: She's outmaneuvering tech, Trump, and an industry in crisis

No billionaire owner. No safety net. Just 11.5 million subscribers and counting.

by: Fortune

Current refi mortgage rates report for May 20, 2025

See Tuesday's report on average refi rates on different types of home loans.

Why Anthropic's MCP is poised to revolutionize AI-driven e-commerce

Model Context Protocol allows AI models to hook directly into retailers' and payment processors' systems in a secure and reliable way.
The article from Fortune, published on May 15, 2025, discusses the revolutionary impact of Anthropic's MCP (Model Context Protocol) on the retail and e-commerce sectors. MCP enables AI agents to understand and interact with users in a highly personalized and context-aware manner, transforming the shopping experience. By integrating MCP, retailers can offer tailored product recommendations, seamless customer service, and dynamic pricing strategies, leading to increased customer satisfaction and loyalty. The protocol's ability to process and utilize vast amounts of data in real-time allows for more efficient inventory management and supply chain operations. Early adopters of MCP, such as major e-commerce platforms and brick-and-mortar stores, have reported significant improvements in sales and customer engagement, signaling a new era in retail driven by advanced AI technologies.

Read the Full Fortune Article at:
https://fortune.com/2025/05/15/mcp-model-context-protocol-anthropic-ai-retail-revolution-shopping-ecommerce-ai-agents/