The Saudi-backed takeover of Newcastle United soccer club has prompted concerns the kingdom is using the team for “sportswashing.”
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Southwest resumes normal operations after mass cancellations
Passengers faced days of woes after more than 2,200 flights were canceled due to a major disruption that began over the weekend.
Latest inflation reading shows prices continue to rise
September’s consumer inflation report showed prices have continued to rise, though not at the same rapid pace as in August.
Hasbro CEO Brian Goldner has died, just two days after taking medical leave
“Brian’s work brought joy and laughter to children and families around the world,” a company statement read.
A record 4.3 million workers walked off the job in August
The number of people quitting their jobs is still smashing records.
IMF warns on inflation, says the Fed and others should be prepared to tighten policy
“Monetary policy may need to be tightened to get ahead of price pressures, even if that delays the employment recovery,” the report said.
Many Amazon corporate employees may stay 'mostly remote'
Many of Amazon’s corporate employees may continue to work mostly from home or other remote locations for the foreseeable future, CEO Andy Jassy said Monday.
Why Southwest Airlines could be vulnerable to mass disruptions
Southwest Airlines passengers faced a fourth day of travel woes on Monday as hundreds more flights were canceled.
Spiking energy prices mean more than just pain at the pump
“This is not a short-term disruption — this is a problematic issue that’s not going to go away for a while,” said one logistics expert.
Chart: Gas prices hit a new high. Here's how much a gallon costs now.
Across the country, gas prices are highest in the West.