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Unemployment rate among Black Americans jumped in March, contrasting overall trends

The unemployment rate among Black Americans jumped in March, according to data released Friday by the Department of Labor. Black…

Demand for french fries reflects resilient consumer as so-called fry attachment rate holds steady

It’s a timeless question at fast-food counters: Do you want fries with that? Responders continue answering affirmatively at a higher-than-average…

British billionaire Joe Lewis fined $5 million by U.S. judge for insider trading

A U.S. judge ordered British billionaire Joe Lewis on Thursday to pay a $5 million fine and serve three years…

Biden says U.S. economy is world’s best. Trump calls it a ‘cesspool.’ Data is clear.

President Joe Biden is fighting to convince inflation-weary voters that the U.S. economy is healthy. “America has the best economy…

New freight crew rule tests rail industry’s clout, one year after East Palestine disaster

One year after the East Palestine, Ohio train derailment created an environmental disaster, the Biden administration on Tuesday unveiled new…

Russian veto points to ‘grim future’ for North Korea sanctions enforcement

Russia’s move to effectively disband the panel of experts monitoring longstanding United Nations sanctions against North Korea points to a…

TikTok makes $2.1 million TV ad buy as Senate reviews bill that could ban app

TikTok has launched a $2.1 million advertising campaign with a clear message for senators in tough reelection fights this year:…

Yellen warns China’s surplus of solar panels, EVs could be dumped on global markets

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Wednesday warned that China is treating the global economy as a dumping ground for its…

SEC scores big win in lawsuit against crypto exchange Coinbase

Watch Daily: Monday – Friday, 3 PM ET The Securities and Exchange Commission scored a major win in its lawsuit…

Feds seek seizure of two New York apartments worth $14 million tied to former Mongolia leader in alleged mining scheme

Federal prosecutors on Tuesday sued to seize two New York City apartments worth $14 million that were allegedly bought with…