Trump’s attacks on media echo authoritarians who silence dissent
BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Since taking office in January, President Donald Trump has waged an aggressive campaign against…
Gas shortages hit some Russian regions after Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries
Gas stations have run dry in some regions of Russia after Ukrainian drones struck refineries and other oil…
Small businesses and online shoppers prepare for the US to end ‘de minimis’ import tax exemption
NEW YORK (AP) — Low-value imports are losing their duty-free status in the United States this week as…
Thieves grab $2 million in jewelry in Seattle heist that took less than 2 minutes
Seattle police say smash-and-grab thieves have made off with an estimated $2 million in diamonds, luxury watches, gold…
U.S. producer prices surge in July as Trump tariffs push costs higher
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. wholesale inflation surged unexpectedly last month, signaling that President Donald Trump’s sweeping taxes on…
US producer prices surge in July as Trump tariffs push costs higher
WASHINGTON — U.S. wholesale inflation surged unexpectedly last month, signaling that President Donald Trump’s sweeping taxes on imports…
One of the world’s most polluted cities has banned single-use plastics. It’s not so easy
LAGOS, Nigeria (AP) — Nigerian shop manager Olarewanju Ogunbona says he uses Styrofoam and plastic packs at least…
Strangers confront a man and end stabbing spree that injured 11 at a Michigan Walmart
Matthew Kolakowski was shopping for fishing gear and snacks with his daughter at a Michigan Walmart over the…
US retail sales bounce around in a whipsaw trade environment
WASHINGTON (AP) — Consumers picked up their spending in June after an earlier pullback, despite anxiety over tariffs…
Amazon doubles Prime Day to a four-day event
NEW YORK (AP) — Amazon is extending its annual Prime Day sales and offering new membership perks to…
July Fourth: List of banks, offices closed for US
The Fourth of July holiday, also known as Independence Day, celebrates the Second Continental Congress’ unanimous adoption of…