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DOT to require use of female crash test dummies for the first time
For the first time ever, American car companies will soon be required to test vehicle safety using dummies that are representative of women.
Stock market fizzles after strong start that was fueled by Nvidia and Walmart
Strong quarterly earnings from Nvidia and Walmart plus a better than expected September jobs report sent stocks soaring early Thursday.
Plenty of polish: How one woman is nailing the manicure game
Sarah Gibson Tuttle is the founder of Olive & June, the first brand to bring to market a do-it-yourself manicure kit. Tuttle is a trailblazer who completely transformed the nail industry by teaching people how to do their own nails at home. NBC News’ Savannah Sellers spoke to Tuttle about her journey creating an accessible and affordable brand for everyone.
September Jobs Report Shows More Jobs Added Than Expected
After the government shutdown put a blackout on the Labor Department’s jobs report for seven weeks, the September report has now been released and shows an added 119,000 jobs. NBC’s Christine Romans joins TODAY to break down the numbers as well as another report that measures layoffs.
Nvidia Stock Soars, Easing Concerns of AI Bubble on Wall Street
Tech giant Nvidia, the computer chip maker and driving force in the AI revolution, announced a better-than expected earnings report, giving Wall Street a boost during a tough week in the markets and concerns of an AI bubble. NBC’s Christine Romans reports for TODAY.
Bargain hunters drive Walmart sales and outlook higher
Shoppers are still flocking to Walmart. The company raised its full-year earnings and sales outlook Thursday, heading into the crucial holiday shopping season.
U.S. added 119,000 jobs in September, but there are signs of a weakening labor market
The September jobs report offered a crucial snapshot of the state of the U.S. labor market at a time of growing uncertainty.
Trump administration drafts an executive order to challenge state AI laws
The Trump administration has drafted an executive order that would challenge individual states’ ability to enact regulations governing artificial intelligence, according to a person familiar with the matter.
October jobs report canceled and November release delayed, BLS says
The October jobs report has been canceled, and the November jobs report will be published late and after a crucial Fed meeting to consider interest rates.