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The EPA is allowing the sale of cheaper, higher-ethanol E15 gasoline across the US this summer
Read full article: The EPA is allowing the sale of cheaper, higher-ethanol E15 gasoline across the US this summerThe Environmental Protection Agency says consumers across the U.S. will still be able to buy cheaper E15 gasoline this summer.
Food delivery service Deliveroo surges following $3.6B proposed takeover offer from DoorDash
Read full article: Food delivery service Deliveroo surges following $3.6B proposed takeover offer from DoorDashShares of Deliveroo, the food delivery service based in London, are hitting three-year highs on Monday after it received a $3.6 billion proposed takeover offer from DoorDash.
China shrugs off threat of US tariffs to economy, says it has tools to protect jobs
Read full article: China shrugs off threat of US tariffs to economy, says it has tools to protect jobsChina's leaders have shrugged off the potential impact from U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war, saying they have the tools needed to protect jobs and limit damage from higher tariffs on Chinese exports.
With China and the US at intense economic odds, other nations are being forced to choose sides
Read full article: With China and the US at intense economic odds, other nations are being forced to choose sidesAs President Donald Trump’s trade war locks the world’s two largest economies on a collision course, America’s unnerved allies and partners are cozying up with China to hedge their bets.
Tech stocks weigh on Wall Street at the start of a week full of potential swings
Read full article: Tech stocks weigh on Wall Street at the start of a week full of potential swingsU.S. stocks are giving back some of their big recent gains, ahead of potential flashpoints later this week that could bring more sharp swings.
On air, '60 Minutes' reporter says 'none of us is happy' about changes that led top producer to quit
Read full article: On air, '60 Minutes' reporter says 'none of us is happy' about changes that led top producer to quitScott Pelley of “60 Minutes” explained the departure of the show's executive producer to viewers and said “none of us is happy” about the conditions that led to Bill Owens' departure.
Iran's president visits those injured in the port explosion that killed at least 40 people
Read full article: Iran's president visits those injured in the port explosion that killed at least 40 peopleIran’s president has visited those injured in a huge explosion that rocked one of the Islamic Republic’s main ports.
Things to know about the US coal industry and proposed changes under the Trump administration
Read full article: Things to know about the US coal industry and proposed changes under the Trump administrationThe U.S. coal industry has been in a steep decline for decades, and President Donald Trump’s administration has proposed several changes that would affect it.
Trump's push to save the fading coal industry gets a warm embrace in West Virginia
Read full article: Trump's push to save the fading coal industry gets a warm embrace in West VirginiaPresident Donald Trump's executive orders aimed at boosting coal are getting a warm embrace in West Virginia.
As Musk gained power in Washington, his popularity has fallen, an AP-NORC poll finds
Read full article: As Musk gained power in Washington, his popularity has fallen, an AP-NORC poll findsAn AP-NORC poll finds that only about one-third of U.S. adults have a favorable opinion of Elon Musk after his brief foray into the federal government.
China lowers minimum amount for tax refunds for tourists to boost spending
Read full article: China lowers minimum amount for tax refunds for tourists to boost spendingChina has lowered the minimum amount tourists spend to get tax refunds as part of measures to boost consumption as its economy comes under pressure during a trade war between Beijing and Washington.
Market turmoil has many afraid to check retirement savings
Read full article: Market turmoil has many afraid to check retirement savingsAs President Donald Trump's trade war has injected turmoil in financial markets, many retired and near-retired Americans are anxiously looking on, worried about outliving their savings or having to put off entries on their bucket lists.
Lee Jae-myung nominated by South Korea's liberal opposition to run for president
Read full article: Lee Jae-myung nominated by South Korea's liberal opposition to run for presidentSouth Korea’s main liberal opposition party has tapped its former leader Lee Jae-myung as presidential candidate in the June 3 vote.
Tech industry tried reducing AI's pervasive bias. Now Trump wants to end its 'woke AI' efforts
Read full article: Tech industry tried reducing AI's pervasive bias. Now Trump wants to end its 'woke AI' effortsArtificial intelligence technology that works well for the world’s billions of people of color was a business imperative for Google when the company asked sociologist Ellis Monk to help make its AI products more inclusive.
Genetic medicine can leave people with rare mutations behind. But there's new hope
Read full article: Genetic medicine can leave people with rare mutations behind. But there's new hopePeople with diseases caused by rare mutations have fewer options and poorer prospects than other patients despite rapid recent advancements in the growing field of genetic science.
A massive explosion at an Iranian port possibly linked to missile fuel kills 25, injures some 800
Read full article: A massive explosion at an Iranian port possibly linked to missile fuel kills 25, injures some 800A massive explosion and fire has rocked a port in southern Iran purportedly linked to a shipment of a chemical ingredient used to make missile propellant.
Big changes coming to downtown Orlando as Magic face off against Celtics
Read full article: Big changes coming to downtown Orlando as Magic face off against CelticsDowntown Orlando was buzzing Friday night as fans flocked to the Kia Center to watch the Magic take on the Boston Celtics in the playoffs. But while the spotlight was on the game, major changes are also in the works for the area surrounding the arena.
Why Trump's call for the Fed to cut interest rates may not help consumers
Read full article: Why Trump's call for the Fed to cut interest rates may not help consumersPresident Donald Trump is badgering the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates, but even if the Fed gave in to the pressure, it wouldn’t necessarily lead to lower borrowing costs for consumers.
Swiss leader says Trump administration foresees 'privileged' talks with 15 countries on US tariffs
Read full article: Swiss leader says Trump administration foresees 'privileged' talks with 15 countries on US tariffsThe Swiss president says Switzerland is among 15 countries with which the United States plans to conduct “privileged” negotiations to help reach a deal in the wake of sweeping U.S. tariffs on dozens of countries that have shaken global markets.
Here are the best homeowners insurance companies in Florida, ranked
Read full article: Here are the best homeowners insurance companies in Florida, rankedWith natural disasters being a relatively common problem in Florida, it’s little surprise how much of an issue it can be to find an effective homeowner’s insurance provider.
7-Eleven's soon-to-be chief is confident he knows value, and thrifty customers
Read full article: 7-Eleven's soon-to-be chief is confident he knows value, and thrifty customersThe first foreigner tapped to head 7-Eleven is confident the Japanese convenience store chain will continue to attract thrifty customers, even in an economic slowdown.
Former South Korean President Moon calls his bribery indictment 'unjust'
Read full article: Former South Korean President Moon calls his bribery indictment 'unjust'Former South Korean President Moon Jae-in has called his bribery indictment “unjust” and accused prosecutors of abusing their power in what he called a politically motivated investigation.
Canadians put off by Trump's bluster and border arrests are booking far fewer US visits
Read full article: Canadians put off by Trump's bluster and border arrests are booking far fewer US visitsTrump’s attacks on Canada’s economy and threats to make it the 51st state have infuriated Canadians, who are canceling trips to the U.S. in big numbers.
Automakers focus on the global market, chide the US over tariffs at Shanghai's auto show
Read full article: Automakers focus on the global market, chide the US over tariffs at Shanghai's auto showBooths of big Chinese, German and Japanese automakers are bustling at Shanghai's auto show as the industry keeps its sights on the wider global market not subject to steep U.S. tariffs on imports of cars and auto parts.
As Florida budget negotiations head into overtime, Gov. DeSantis warns about House tax changes
Read full article: As Florida budget negotiations head into overtime, Gov. DeSantis warns about House tax changesLawmakers in Tallahassee will not be able to get a budget passed before the regularly planned end of the annual legislative session, with House and Senate leaders remaining at loggerheads over tax cuts. Gov. Ron DeSantis told News 6 he was concerned about one particular proposed tax change.
Labor group sues Starbucks, saying it ignores slave-like conditions for workers in Brazil
Read full article: Labor group sues Starbucks, saying it ignores slave-like conditions for workers in BrazilA labor rights group has alleged that Starbucks sourced coffee from a major Brazilian cooperative whose member farms were cited for keeping workers in slave-like conditions.
Google's parent begins year with robust growth despite legal, competitive and economic threats
Read full article: Google's parent begins year with robust growth despite legal, competitive and economic threatsGoogle’s profits surged 50% in this year’s opening quarter, overcoming the competitive and legal threats that its internet empire is facing amid an economy roiled by a global trade war.
North Dakota enacts nation's first law shielding Roundup's maker from some cancer lawsuits
Read full article: North Dakota enacts nation's first law shielding Roundup's maker from some cancer lawsuitsNorth Dakota has become the first state to enact a law that could shield the maker of the popular Roundup brand of weedkiller from lawsuits.
Tesla could benefit the most from new rules on reporting of self-driving car crashes
Read full article: Tesla could benefit the most from new rules on reporting of self-driving car crashesRule changes announced by the Trump administration this week could allow automakers to report fewer crashes involving self-driving cars, with Tesla potentially emerging as the main beneficiary.
Trump science cuts target bird feeder research, AI literacy work and more
Read full article: Trump science cuts target bird feeder research, AI literacy work and moreHundreds of university researchers in the U.S. have had their National Science Foundation funding abruptly canceled to comply with President Donald Trump’s directive to end support of research on diversity, equity and inclusion, as well as the study of misinformation.
Trade war and leery travelers have airlines trimming flights and withdrawing financial guidance
Read full article: Trade war and leery travelers have airlines trimming flights and withdrawing financial guidanceMajor U.S. airlines are reducing their flight schedules and revising or withdrawing their profit outlooks for the year due to less domestic travel demand as sentiment about the national and global economies sours.
Tariff turmoil: What P&G, Pepsi and other companies are saying about tariffs
Read full article: Tariff turmoil: What P&G, Pepsi and other companies are saying about tariffsTariff worries continue hanging over companies as they report their latest financial results and try to provide guidance on their path ahead.
March home sales slowed in a lethargic opening to the spring buying season
Read full article: March home sales slowed in a lethargic opening to the spring buying seasonSales of previously occupied U.S. homes slowed in March, a sluggish start to the spring homebuying season as elevated mortgage rates and rising prices discouraged many prospective home shoppers.
Nissan revises down its earnings forecast with bigger losses
Read full article: Nissan revises down its earnings forecast with bigger lossesNissan says it expects to rack up a loss totaling 700 billion yen ($4.9 billion) to 750 billion yen ($5.3 billion) for the fiscal year through March because of declining sales and the losing value of its assets.
IMF chief urges countries to move 'swiftly' to resolve trade tensions that threaten global growth
Read full article: IMF chief urges countries to move 'swiftly' to resolve trade tensions that threaten global growthThe head of the International Monetary Fund urged countries to move “swiftly’’ to resolve trade disputes that threaten global economic growth.
US filings for jobless benefits inch up as labor market remains strong despite fears of downturn
Read full article: US filings for jobless benefits inch up as labor market remains strong despite fears of downturnU.S. applications for jobless benefits rose modestly last week as business continue to retain workers despite fears of a possible economic downturn.
Most Americans expect higher prices as a result of Trump's tariffs, a new AP-NORC poll finds
Read full article: Most Americans expect higher prices as a result of Trump's tariffs, a new AP-NORC poll findsAn Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research poll suggests Americans’ trust in President Donald Trump to bolster the U.S. economy appears to be faltering.
PepsiCo lowers full-year earnings forecast on tariff costs and lower consumer spending
Read full article: PepsiCo lowers full-year earnings forecast on tariff costs and lower consumer spendingPepsiCo lowered its full-year earnings expectations Thursday, citing increased costs from tariffs and a pullback in consumer spending.
The UK says at an energy summit that green power will boost security, as the US differs
Read full article: The UK says at an energy summit that green power will boost security, as the US differsBritain has announced a major investment in wind power as it hosts an international summit on energy security.
South Africa scraps proposed tax increase after pushback from coalition partners and opposition
Read full article: South Africa scraps proposed tax increase after pushback from coalition partners and oppositionThe South African government has canceled a proposed tax increase that has threatened to collapse the unity government after a pushback from various political parties.
China denies any suggestion it is currently in talks with the US over tariffs
Read full article: China denies any suggestion it is currently in talks with the US over tariffsChina has denied any suggestion it's in active negotiations with the administration of U_S_ President Donald Trump over tariffs, saying any notion of progress in the matter is as groundless as “trying to catch the wind.”.
14 new ALDI stores coming to Florida. Here’s where they’ll open
Read full article: 14 new ALDI stores coming to Florida. Here’s where they’ll openWhile ALDI is also planning stores in many other parts of the country, it appears as though Florida will be getting the bulk of the newly announced locations.
Wall Street's rally roars into a 3rd day as companies' profits keep piling up, for now at least
Read full article: Wall Street's rally roars into a 3rd day as companies' profits keep piling up, for now at leastU.S. stocks rallied further as better-than-expected profits for U.S. companies piled up, though CEOs say they’re unsure whether it will last because of uncertainty created by President Donald Trump’s trade war.
China's fast-growing EV makers pursuing varied routes to global expansion
Read full article: China's fast-growing EV makers pursuing varied routes to global expansionThe world's auto industry is getting a shake-up from Chinese automakers that are quickly expanding across the globe, offering relatively affordable electric vehicles designed to wow car buyers with sleek designs and the latest high-tech interiors.
Leesburg Bikefest returns this weekend, and businesses are revving up
Read full article: Leesburg Bikefest returns this weekend, and businesses are revving upBusinesses in downtown Leesburg are preparing for a big weekend ahead of Bikefest 2025. The three-day festival kicks off on April 25 and runs through April 27.
Days before Canada's election, Trump insists that Canada needs the US more than the US needs it
Read full article: Days before Canada's election, Trump insists that Canada needs the US more than the US needs itPresident Donald Trump says Canada would “cease to exist” if it weren’t for the United States.
Judge rules federal government owes nearly $28 million to North Dakota for pipeline protests
Read full article: Judge rules federal government owes nearly $28 million to North Dakota for pipeline protestsA federal judge has found the U.S. government liable to the state of North Dakota for nearly $28 million in the state's lawsuit for recouping money spent on policing the protest of the Dakota Access Pipeline.
Musk damaged Tesla's brand in just a few months. Fixing it will likely take longer
Read full article: Musk damaged Tesla's brand in just a few months. Fixing it will likely take longerElon Musk intends to focus more on his job as Tesla CEO, but it’s unclear if the billionaire will be able to solve a big problem of his own making: damage to its brand.
Jury decides Norfolk Southern should pay for the $600 million settlement in 2023 Ohio derailment
Read full article: Jury decides Norfolk Southern should pay for the $600 million settlement in 2023 Ohio derailmentThe company that owned the railcar that caused the devastating East Palestine train derailment in 2023 won't have to help pay for the $600 million settlement Norfolk Southern agreed to with residents.
Pastor calls for 'full Target boycott' over concerns about diversity, equity, inclusion
Read full article: Pastor calls for 'full Target boycott' over concerns about diversity, equity, inclusionThe pastor of a Georgia megachurch who led a nationwide 40-day “fast” against Target stores is now calling for a “full Target boycott.”.
Bessent says IMF and World Bank need reform and there's an 'opportunity for a big deal' with China
Read full article: Bessent says IMF and World Bank need reform and there's an 'opportunity for a big deal' with ChinaTreasury Secretary Scott Bessent has played a balancing act trying to reassure nervous investors that the U.S. would maintain its global leadership role while staying true to the Trump administration’s skepticism of multilateral banking organizations.
The world's biggest companies have caused $28 trillion in climate damage, a new study estimates
Read full article: The world's biggest companies have caused $28 trillion in climate damage, a new study estimatesA new study estimates that the world’s biggest corporations have caused $28 trillion in climate damage, which is a shade less than the sum of all goods and services produced in the United States last year.
Novavax says its COVID-19 shot is on track for full FDA approval after delay
Read full article: Novavax says its COVID-19 shot is on track for full FDA approval after delayNovavax says its closely watched COVID-19 vaccine is on track for full U.S. approval after additional discussions with the Food and Drug Administration.
Boeing doesn't expect the US trade war with China to slow its recovery
Read full article: Boeing doesn't expect the US trade war with China to slow its recoveryBoeing CEO Kelly Ortberg says he doesn’t expect the U.S. trade war with China to get in the way of its its financial recovery and aircraft delivery targets even though Chinese airlines are refusing to accept the company’s planes.
Jen Psaki stepping up for MSNBC as Rachel Maddow returns to once-a-week schedule
Read full article: Jen Psaki stepping up for MSNBC as Rachel Maddow returns to once-a-week scheduleJen Psaki is stepping up into a more prominent role at MSNBC, taking over the flagship 9 p.m. time slot on Tuesdays and Fridays as Rachel Maddow returns to a once-a-week television schedule.
Tariff turmoil: How Tesla and other companies are dealing with the trade war's uncertainty
Read full article: Tariff turmoil: How Tesla and other companies are dealing with the trade war's uncertaintyUncertainty over tariffs and an unpredictable trade war is weighing heavily on companies as they report their latest results and try to give investors financial forecasts.
Worries about flying seem to be taking off. Here's how to cope with in-flight anxiety
Read full article: Worries about flying seem to be taking off. Here's how to cope with in-flight anxietyThe evidence is anecdotal, but psychologists and flight attendants say they are seeing and hearing increased worries about flying.
Marguerite Casey Foundation dips into endowment to grant out $130M this year
Read full article: Marguerite Casey Foundation dips into endowment to grant out $130M this yearThe Marguerite Casey Foundation plans to significantly increase donations this year to $130 million to help nonprofits respond to policy changes from the Trump administration.
The European Union hits Apple and Meta with 700 million euros in fines, first under digital rules
Read full article: The European Union hits Apple and Meta with 700 million euros in fines, first under digital rulesEuropean Union watchdogs fined Apple and Meta hundreds of millions of euros as they stepped up enforcement of the 27-nation bloc’s digital competition rules.
Ex-OpenAI workers ask California and Delaware AGs to block for-profit conversion of ChatGPT maker
Read full article: Ex-OpenAI workers ask California and Delaware AGs to block for-profit conversion of ChatGPT makerFormer employees of OpenAI are appealing to the top law enforcement officers in California and Delaware to halt the company’s move to transfer control of its artificial intelligence technology from a nonprofit charity to a for-profit business.
EVs, tariffs in the spotlight as Chinese automakers take leading role at Shanghai auto show
Read full article: EVs, tariffs in the spotlight as Chinese automakers take leading role at Shanghai auto showLeading automakers are showcasing their latest designed-for-China models at the Shanghai auto show this week.
Norfolk Southern's derailment insurance payments provide boost but even without that profits were up
Read full article: Norfolk Southern's derailment insurance payments provide boost but even without that profits were upNorfolk Southern’s first quarter profits got another boost from insurance payments related to its disastrous 2023 derailment in eastern Ohio.
What is the highly coveted H-1B visa? Trump administration moves put attention on the program
Read full article: What is the highly coveted H-1B visa? Trump administration moves put attention on the programThe H-1B visa has long been a highly coveted employment visa for foreign citizens with specialized skills to live and work in the U.S.
FAA finds safety concerns at Las Vegas airport in review spurred by midair collision in Washington
Read full article: FAA finds safety concerns at Las Vegas airport in review spurred by midair collision in WashingtonA federal review of helicopter safety around some of the busiest U.S. airports has revealed dangerous flying conditions at the Las Vegas airport.
Trump says he has 'no intention' of firing Federal Reserve chair
Read full article: Trump says he has 'no intention' of firing Federal Reserve chairPresident Donald Trump said Tuesday he has no plans to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, just days after his statement that he would like to terminate the head of the U.S. central bank caused a stock market selloff.
Florida House tax plan would let counties use tourist tax dollars for any need
Read full article: Florida House tax plan would let counties use tourist tax dollars for any needA proposed amendment to the House tax package (HB 7033) would override existing statutes, enabling counties to access TDT funds for general use rather than strictly for tourism-related projects.
A court in Ivory Coast removes a former Credit Suisse CEO from the presidential ballot
Read full article: A court in Ivory Coast removes a former Credit Suisse CEO from the presidential ballotA lawyer says an Ivory Coast court has ruled that former Credit Suisse CEO Tidjane Thiam is not eligible to run for president because of his dual Ivorian-French nationality.
The Texas Lottery's top executive resigns as scrutiny over big jackpot winners intensifies
Read full article: The Texas Lottery's top executive resigns as scrutiny over big jackpot winners intensifiesThe executive director of the Texas Lottery Commission has resigned in the latest shake-up at the state’s retail gambling enterprise amid multiple investigations into large jackpots in 2023 and earlier this year and threats from some lawmakers to shut it down.
US Treasury secretary says trade war with China is not 'sustainable'
Read full article: US Treasury secretary says trade war with China is not 'sustainable'U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in a Tuesday speech that the ongoing tariffs showdown with China is unsustainable and expects a “de-escalation” in the trade war between the world’s two largest economies.
The top producer at '60 Minutes' has quit. He says he can no longer run the show as he always has
Read full article: The top producer at '60 Minutes' has quit. He says he can no longer run the show as he always hasThe top producer at CBS News' “60 Minutes" has quit during a dispute between his show and the Trump administration.
Student loans in default will be sent for collection. Here's what to know for borrowers
Read full article: Student loans in default will be sent for collection. Here's what to know for borrowersStarting next month, the Education Department says student loans that are in default will be referred for collections.
Musk says he'll spend less time in Washington and more time running Tesla after its profit plunges
Read full article: Musk says he'll spend less time in Washington and more time running Tesla after its profit plungesElon Musk says he’ll be spending less time in Washington slashing government costs and more time running Tesla after his electric vehicle company reported a big drop in profits.
Greece announces 1 billion euros in financial benefits after posting 1.3% budget surplus
Read full article: Greece announces 1 billion euros in financial benefits after posting 1.3% budget surplusGreece’s prime minister has announced 1 billion euros in financial benefits for lower-income households and the country’s public investment program.
US and global economic outlook deteriorates in Trump trade war, IMF says
Read full article: US and global economic outlook deteriorates in Trump trade war, IMF saysThe International Monetary Fund says the US and global economies will likely slow significantly in the wake of President Donald Trump’s tariffs and the uncertainty they have created.
Supreme Court signals support for Maryland parents who object to LGBTQ books in public schools
Read full article: Supreme Court signals support for Maryland parents who object to LGBTQ books in public schoolsThe Supreme Court’s conservative majority is signaling support for the religious rights of Maryland parents who want to remove their children from elementary school classes using storybooks with LGBTQ characters.
Your clothes are shedding bits of plastic. Here’s what people are doing about it this Earth Day
Read full article: Your clothes are shedding bits of plastic. Here’s what people are doing about it this Earth DayPlastic is everywhere — and yet some people may be surprised at how much they actually wear.
Wall Street rallies and recovers Monday's losses as the dollar and US bond market steady
Read full article: Wall Street rallies and recovers Monday's losses as the dollar and US bond market steadyU.S. stocks jumped in a widespread rally and more than made up for their sharp drops from the day before.
Walgreens to pay up to $350 million in U.S. opioid settlement
Read full article: Walgreens to pay up to $350 million in U.S. opioid settlementWalgreens has agreed to pay up to $350 million in a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice, who accused the pharmacy of illegally filling millions of prescriptions in the last decade for opioids and other controlled substances.
Puerto Rico's government demands answers from energy company after island-wide blackout
Read full article: Puerto Rico's government demands answers from energy company after island-wide blackoutPuerto Rico’s governor is urging people to moderate their energy consumption and warns the island has no additional power generation capability to fall back on days after a massive blackout hit the U.S. territory.