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US markets head lower as oil prices resume their climb and higher treasury yields pressure stocks
US markets were poised to open lower Thursday as oil prices rose and treasury yields resumed their climb amid the ongoing US-Iran stalemate.
This hard-line Iranian general is a major player in talks with US over war
Brig. Gen. Ahmad Vahidi has become a major player in formulating Iran's tough stance in negotiating a possible end to the war with the U.S.
Look for these 3 new items coming to Taco Bell
Limited-time items include a birria-inspired taco and new take on Nacho Fries.
US jobless aid filings fell to 209,000 last week as layoffs remain low despite economic uncertainty
Fewer Americans filed for unemployment last week as layoffs remain low despite a number of uncertainties that continue to cloud the economy.
Taco Bell’s Live Más Cafés add cold brew to their menus
The new coffee drink is available at the fast food giant's three dozen beverage-driven locations.
Republicans expected to abandon $1B security proposal for White House and Trump’s ballroom
Senate Republican leaders are expected to abandon a proposal for $1 billion in security money for the White House complex & Trump’s ballroom
Israel begins deporting hundreds of international flotilla activists
Israel has released hundreds of flotilla activists who tried to breach its naval blockade of Gaza to provide aid to Palestinians.
Walmart delivers another strong quarter but also a cautious outlook due to economic uncertainty
Walmart delivered another strong quarter of sales as with speedy deliveries and low prices, but caution remains amid economic uncertainty.
Documents show Queen Elizabeth was eager for ex-Prince Andrew to become trade envoy
Documents released by the UK government Thursday reveal Queen Elizabeth II was eager for Prince Andrew to become the U.K. trade envoy.
Democrats are hoping for a breakthrough as the House takes another Iran war vote
The House vote on Thursday is Democrats' latest effort to compel President Trump to end the Iran war by using the War Powers Resolution.