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Applications for US unemployment benefits dip to 210,000 in strong job market

Applications for US unemployment benefits dip to 210,000 in strong job market

NEW YORK (AP) — The number of Americans signing up for unemployment benefits fell slightly last week, another sign that the labor market remains strong and most workers enjoy extraordinary job security.
What to know about the cargo ship Dali, a mid-sized ocean monster that took down a Baltimore bridge

What to know about the cargo ship Dali, a mid-sized ocean monster that took down a Baltimore bridge

Here's what to know about the cargo ship Dali that crashed into Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, causing it to collapse and leaving six bridge construction workers presumed dead.
US economic growth for last quarter is revised up slightly to a healthy 3.4% annual rate

US economic growth for last quarter is revised up slightly to a healthy 3.4% annual rate

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy grew at a solid 3.4% annual pace from October through December, the government said Thursday in an upgrade from its previous estimate. The government had previously estimated that the economy expanded at a 3.
The British Museum names Nicholas Cullinan its new director as it tries to get over a rocky patch

The British Museum names Nicholas Cullinan its new director as it tries to get over a rocky patch

LONDON (AP) — The British Museum on Thursday appointed National Portrait Gallery chief Nicholas Cullinan as its new director, as the 265-year-old institution grapples with the apparent theft of hundreds of artifacts and growing international scrutiny
Michelle Yeoh to join business and political leaders at Global Citizen NOW summit to fight poverty

Michelle Yeoh to join business and political leaders at Global Citizen NOW summit to fight poverty

NEW YORK (AP) — Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh, Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi, and Verizon CEO Hans Vestberg are among the diverse group of political, business and philanthropic leaders Global Citizen will convene in New York on May 1 and 2, the n
Black pastors see popular Easter services as an opportunity to rebuild in-person worship attendance

Black pastors see popular Easter services as an opportunity to rebuild in-person worship attendance

WASHINGTON (AP) — At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, when many churches moved their services online, the Rev. William H.
No joke: UK comedian told to remove hot dog from subway poster over junk food ban

No joke: UK comedian told to remove hot dog from subway poster over junk food ban

LONDON (AP) — On the London Underground, hot dogs are no joking matter.
China lifts heavy tariffs on Australian wine as ties improve

China lifts heavy tariffs on Australian wine as ties improve

BEIJING (AP) — China on Thursday said it will lift tariffs placed on Australian wine over three years ago, in a sign of improving ties between the two countries. China’s Ministry of Commerce said the decision will take effect Friday.
Cargo ship had engine maintenance in port before it collided with Baltimore bridge, officials say

Cargo ship had engine maintenance in port before it collided with Baltimore bridge, officials say

BALTIMORE (AP) — The cargo ship that lost power and crashed into a bridge in Baltimore underwent “routine engine maintenance” in port beforehand, the U.S.
No police charges for Taylor Swift's dad over paparazzi incident in Sydney

No police charges for Taylor Swift's dad over paparazzi incident in Sydney

SYDNEY (AP) — Taylor Swift’s father will not be charged over a paparazzi photographer's claim that Scott Swift assaulted him on the Sydney waterfront hours after the pop star’s Australian tour ended last month.