May 05 U.S. gasoline prices rise 50% since the start of the Iran war By Cathy Bussewitz, Associated Press The main reason drivers are paying more at the pump is because of the global energy crisis caused by the Iran War. The price of crude oil, which is the main ingredient in gasoline, has been climbing for most of… Continue reading
May 05 U.S. job openings largely unchanged in March despite Iran conflict By Paul Wiseman, Associated Press Employers posted 6.87 million jobs in March, compared to 6.92 million in February, the Labor Department reported Tuesday. Continue reading
May 05 White House says Trump's deals with pharmaceutical companies offer billions in savings By Josh Boak, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — White House economists estimate that President Donald Trump's deals with pharmaceutical companies to drop some of their U.S. prescription drug prices to what they charge in other countries could save $529 billion over the next 10 years. Continue reading
May 05 Iran war's fragile ceasefire tested in U.S. attempt to open the Strait of Hormuz By Adam Schreck, Ben Finley, Elena Becatoros, Associated Press U.S. military leaders said a ceasefire remains in effect a day after Iran was blamed for new attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and against the United Arab Emirates. The key American ally later said it came under Iranian drone… Continue reading
May 04 The value of the U.S. dollar has weakened since Trump took office. Experts say that can be a 'hidden tax' By Matt Sedensky, Associated Press President Donald Trump has openly supported a weaker dollar, arguing it helps American industry, and some executives agree, saying it's boosted overseas business. Continue reading
May 04 WATCH: Trump participates in small business summit at White House By Associated Press The gathering is meant to mark this year’s National Small Business Week and the owners represent manufacturing, food production, defense, energy and retail businesses, among other areas, according to the White House. Continue reading
May 02 After Spirit Airlines shutdown, how passengers can get home and get refunds By Sally Ho, Associated Press If you’ve been snagged in Spirit Airlines' now-defunct flight schedule, here are some things to know on how to get home, and get whole. Continue reading
May 02 Expensive tickets for early World Cup games still on general sale By James Robson, Associated Press Tickets for most of the World Cup group games remain on general sale with just over a month to go until the tournament kicks off on June 11. But prices are exorbitantly high. Continue reading
May 02 Spirit Airlines goes out of business after 34 years, ceases operations immediately By Aamer Madhani, Rio Yamat, Jeff Amy, Mike Catalini, Associated Press Spirit Airlines, an impish upstart that shook the industry with its irreverent ads and deep discount fares, announced Saturday that it has gone out of business after 34 years. Continue reading
May 01 Watch 5:43 News Wrap: Trump announces 25% tariffs on cars and trucks from the EU In our news wrap Friday, Trump says he’s raising tariffs next week on cars and trucks from the EU, the Pentagon says it has made deals with seven major tech companies to use their AI tools, a former Miami congressman… Continue watching