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Michigan reports another person working with cows got bird flu, the third U.S. case this year

By Mike Stobbe, JoNel Aleccia, Associated Press

This person developed respiratory symptoms, unlike the two workers, who had only mild eye symptoms. But Michigan health officials say the farmworker was quickly provided antivirals and is recovering.

ConocoPhillips buying Marathon Oil for $17.1 billion in all-stock deal as energy prices rise

By Michelle Chapman, Associated Press

ConocoPhillips is buying Marathon Oil in an all-stock deal valued at approximately $17.1 billion as energy prices soar and big oil companies reap massive profits.

Inflation pressures lingering from pandemic may keep Feds from lowering interest rates

By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press

Though Fed officials say they expect inflation in key areas to eventually cool, they've signaled that they're prepared to wait as long as it takes.

U.S. consumer confidence sunnier in May after months of declines

By Matt Ott, Associated Press

The index measures both Americans’ assessment of current economic conditions and their outlook for the next six months.

Nigeria cracks down on illegal mining as the country emerges as a critical mineral hub

By Taiwo Adebayo, Associated Press

The recent arrests come as Nigeria seeks to regulate its mining operations of critical minerals, curb illegal activity and better benefit from its mineral resources.

'Furiosa' claims No. 1 spot over 'Garfield' on Memorial Day holiday weekend

By Lindsey Bahr, Associated Press

It was a close race, but the wasteland warrior of “ Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga ” came out slightly ahead of the plump orange cat.

How inflation-weary shoppers can find summer deals at major retailers

By Anne D'Innocenzio, Associated Press

The reductions, which mostly involve groceries, are getting introduced as inflation showed its first sign of easing this year but not enough for consumers who are struggling to pay for basic necessities.

Russia to build a small nuclear power plant in Uzbekistan

By Associated Press

If the agreement is implemented, the plant would become the first in Central Asia, further increasing Russia's influence in the region.

Americans leave a huge chunk of change at airport security checkpoints − here's what it means for the penny debate

By Jay L. Zagorsky, The Conversation

Should the U.S. get rid of pennies, nickels and dimes? The debate has gone on for years. Many people argue for keeping coins on economic-fairness grounds. Others call for eliminating them because the government loses money minting low-value coins.

Average U.S. vehicle age hits record 12.6 years as high prices force people to keep them longer

By Tom Krisher, Associated Press

A study published Wednesday says U.S. vehicles hit a record average age of 12.6 years in 2024 as people hang on to their rides largely because new ones cost so much.