Weekly jobless claims fell slightly but still remain elevated, reflecting the economic impact of business and social restrictions as coronavirus cases rise.
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U.S. sues Walmart, accusing it of fueling opioid crisis
“Walmart’s pharmacies violated the law by filling thousands of prescriptions for controlled substances that Walmart’s pharmacists knew were invalid,” said an official.
Companies lobby to get their workers first in line for vaccine
“They’re really searching for every possible opportunity,” says a human resources consultant.
Warehouse workers pushed to their limit as holiday orders — and virus cases — surge
“I don’t know the public knows what us warehouse workers are going through to make the holidays happen,” one worker said.
Backcountry skiing — and equipment — see surge in interest as ski resorts limit crowds
The surge in sales of backcountry gear is similar to that of bikes over the summer, one industry expert said.
Britain cut adrift as mutant virus strain prompts global alarm
Crisis meetings were scheduled in London and Brussels as officials grappled with the new variant, which could be up to 70 percent more infectious.
Tesla joins S&P 500 with shares falling over 4 percent
“People are going to look beyond Elon Musk’s claims. … You’re going to have to look to the fundamentals of this business.”
Apple temporarily closes California stores as virus cases mount
Apple has temporarily closed all 53 of its retail stores in California after the number of coronavirus cases reached new daily records in its home state this week.
Amazon closes NJ warehouse after workers test positive for coronavirus
Amazon has temporarily closed a facility in northern New Jersey after it detected an increase in asymptomatic positive cases.
Wall Street braces for trading surge as Tesla joins S&P 500
Traders expect to see high volume Friday as Tesla’s historic entry into the S&P 500 triggers a wave of portfolio rebalancing.