As an international search determined the vessel that disappeared on its way to the Titanic’s wreckage had imploded, a man who was one of the submersible company’s first customers says a dive he made to the site was like a suicide mission.
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Weekly U.S. applications for unemployment aid remain relatively elevated
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits remained elevated last week, a possible sign that the Federal Reserve’s rate hikes are beginning to cool a still-strong labor market
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Fed Chair reinforces likelihood of more interest rate hikes due to persistently high inflation
The central bank has raised its benchmark rate aggressively since March 2022 in a push to slow the economy and reduce inflationary pressure.
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FDA warns stores to stop selling Elf Bar, the top disposable e-cigarette in the U.S.
U.S. regulators have sent warning letters to dozens of retailers selling fruity disposable electronic cigarettes, including the current best-selling brand, Elf Bar.
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U.S. safety agency to require automatic emergency braking on heavy trucks and buses
The government’s traffic safety agency says it will require that heavy trucks and buses include potentially life-saving automatic emergency braking equipment within 5 years.
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Lean green flying machines take wing in Paris, heralding transport revolution
The Paris region is planning for a small fleet of electric flying taxis to operate on multiple routes when it hosts the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games next summer.
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House Republicans push off Biden impeachment bid – for now – as ultraconservatives clamor for action
During Thursday’s overheated morning debate, the Republicans were admonished multiple times to tone down their remarks as they blistered Biden over his handling of the border.
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Bridge sitting on key Russian supply route near Crimea struck by missiles
Russia-appointed officials in Crimea said that while it could take weeks to fully repair the bridge, traffic could continue on 1 lane and noted that 2 other crossings are also available.
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One year after overturning of Roe v. Wade, the White House keeps a spotlight on abortion
The capstone of the effort comes on Friday when President Biden will appear at a rally with abortion rights groups in Washington along with the first lady, the vice president, and her husband, Doug Emhoff.
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Nearly half of U.S. honeybee colonies died last year
Honeybees are crucial to the food supply, pollinating more than 100 of the crops we eat, including nuts, vegetables, berries, citrus and melons.