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Travellers head tdown an escalator after clearing through a security checkpoint in Denver International Airport Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Nov 7, 2025

U.S. airlines cancel 1,000+ flights on first day of cuts tied to government shutdown

Anxious travelers across the U.S. felt a bit of relief Friday as airlines mostly stayed on schedule while cutting more than 1,000 flights because of the government shutdown.

FILE - A job seeker waits to talk to a recruiter at a job fair Aug. 28, 2025, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier, File)
Nov 7, 2025

‘No hire’ job market leaves unemployed in limbo as threats to economy multiply

Despite low unemployment, job seekers face the slowest hiring pace in over a decade as economic uncertainty, tariffs and AI fears stall recruitment.

Boeing won’t face criminal charge over 737 Max crashes that killed hundreds of people
Nov 6, 2025

Boeing won’t face criminal charge over 737 Max crashes that killed hundreds of people

A Texas judge dropped Boeing’s criminal case over two 737 Max crashes that killed 346, approving a $1.1B settlement deal.

US holiday sales expected to rise despite economic uncertainty
Nov 6, 2025

US holiday sales expected to rise despite economic uncertainty

NRF forecasts U.S. holiday sales of $1.01–$1.02T, up 3.7–4.2%, even amid inflation, tariffs, and the ongoing government shutdown.

Key executive convicted of defrauding JPMorgan Chase is sentenced to over 5 years in prison
Nov 6, 2025

Key executive convicted of defrauding JPMorgan Chase is sentenced to over 5 years in prison

NEW YORK (AP) — A top executive at a startup company that eased the process for college students applying for financial aid was sentenced Wednesday to over five years in prison for cheating JPMorgan Chase in a $175 million acquisition of the company four years ago. The Manhattan federal court sentencing of Olivier Amar came [&[...]

Starbucks union to strike on Red Cup Day over contract
Nov 6, 2025

Starbucks union to strike on Red Cup Day over contract

Starbucks union members plan to strike Nov. 13, Red Cup Day, unless the company finalizes a contract amid stalled talks.

US flight cancellations accelerate as airlines comply with government shutdown order
Nov 6, 2025

US flight cancellations accelerate as airlines comply with government shutdown order

The FAA will cut air traffic by 10% at 40 major U.S. airports, including New York, L.A. and Chicago, amid the government shutdown.

An United Airlines flight arrives at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, Monday, Nov. 3, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Nov 5, 2025

FAA reducing air traffic by 10% across 40 ‘high-volume’ markets during government shutdown

The FAA will reduce U.S. air traffic by 10% starting Friday to maintain safety during the government shutdown as staffing shortages hit air control facilities.

FILE - The United States Steel Corporation's Edgar Thomson Plant is seen in Braddock, Pa., on April 11, 2025. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)
Nov 5, 2025

US Steel details plans to invest $11B by 2028

U.S. Steel and new owner Nippon Steel unveiled an $11 billion plan to modernize facilities and boost efficiency, aiming to protect 100,000 U.S. jobs.

President Donald Trump speaks during a breakfast with Senate and House Republicans in the State Dining Room of the White House, Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
Nov 5, 2025

Trump may become the face of economic discontent, a year after such worries helped him win big

Voters frustrated with high costs dealt Trump a political setback as Democrats swept major races nationwide, citing affordability as their top concern.

Protestors stand oustside the Supreme Court on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)
Nov 5, 2025

Conservative Supreme Court justices appear skeptical of Trump’s sweeping unilateral tariffs

Conservative justices raised doubts about President Trump’s broad use of emergency powers to impose tariffs, a key test of executive authority.

FILE - Elon Musk attends the finals for the NCAA wrestling championship, Saturday, March 22, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, file)
Nov 5, 2025

Musk the trillionaire? Debate over his Tesla pay package rages

Tesla shareholders will vote on Elon Musk’s record $1 trillion pay package as critics cite excess and supporters call him indispensable to Tesla’s future.

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