Tag: U.S. News

Federal Reserve highlights its political independence as presidential campaign heats up

WASHINGTON -- The Federal Reserve is highlighting the importance of its political independence at a time when Donald Trump, who frequently attacked the...

Rail cars carrying hazardous material derail and catch fire in North Dakota

Rail cars carrying hazardous material derailed and burst into flames Friday in a remote area of North Dakota, but officials said no one...

US jobs report for June is likely to point to slower but still-solid hiring

WASHINGTON -- The American job market likely cooled last month while still remaining fundamentally healthy, which would be welcome news for the Federal...

Stock market today: With US markets closed, Asian shares slip and European shares gain

BANGKOK -- Asian shares were mostly lower on Friday after solid gains in Europe overnight, while U.S. markets were closed for the July...

Hurricane Beryl takes aim at the Mexican resort of Tulum as a Category 3 storm

TULUM, Mexico -- Hurricane Beryl strengthened back into a Category 3 storm and headed for what could be a direct hit on Mexico's...

Parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue to buy rival Neiman Marcus

NEW YORK -- The parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue has signed a deal to buy upscale rival Neiman Marcus Group, which owns...