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Helene aftermath: Here's how to avoid being a victim of post-storm scams
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, affected states are working to clamp down on price gouging and other schemes.16 minutes ago -
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Panic buying amid U.S. ports strike is creating supermarket supply concerns
Grocery stores and retailers say consumers are panic buying products over shortage concerns due to East and Gulf Coast ports strike, but fears are unfounded.17 minutes ago -
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U.S. crude oil jumps as Biden comments on possible Israel retaliation against Iran
Supply disruption risks are increasing as fighting in the Middle East intensifies, according to analysts.34 minutes ago - Joe Biden -
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Port strike squeezes banana supplies, but most grocery shelves should be well stocked for weeks
Retailers and industry experts are urging shoppers not to resort to panic-buying, saying grocery aisles should be well-stocked with essentials for weeks.41 minutes ago -
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Striking dockworkers can make six-figure salaries without a college degree. So do these other blue-collar jobs.
Some workers at the country’s busiest ports make upward of $200,000. Here are similar jobs that don’t require a bachelor’s degree.43 minutes ago -
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Israeli strikes on Iran’s ‘oil island’ could send crude prices soaring
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Chubb: Knee feels good, unsure of return date
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Chaos is building for shippers as U.S. port strike continues and costs rise
As the strike at ports enters its third day, cargo containers are stranded at the wrong terminals or at sea, and ocean carrier charges are starting to mount.1 hour ago -
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Movie Theater Food Becomes Bigger
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Revealed: CEO at heart of US ports strike made crude attacks on Biden and Democrats
David Adam of USMX made coarse remarks about president and appeared to endorse rightwing conspiracy theory. An executive representing ports where tens of thousands of workers went on strike this ...2 hours ago - Joe Biden -
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Oil Price Jumps After Biden Says ‘Discussing’ Potential Israeli Strike on Iranian Facilities
The president was asked about a potential strike on the oil infrastructure of Iran, which accounts for about 2 percent of the world’s supply.2 hours ago - Joe Biden -
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These consumer-staples stocks could take a hit from the port strike
The dockworkers’ strike could impact a number of names in the consumer-staples space, warns Bank of America.3 hours ago -
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How the port strike could actually boost Costco sales
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Port strike could drive prices of food and other goods up
The dockworkers strike that's affecting ports from Boston to Houston is now in its third day with no deal in sight. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more on what the ...4 hours ago -
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Could Trump Really Use the Justice Department to Lock Up His Enemies?
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Amazon, Target and other retailers are ramping up hiring for the holiday shopping season
U.S. retailers are ramping up hiring for the holiday season but expect to take on fewer seasonal employees to help customers in stores and assemble online orders in warehouses6 hours ago -
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Harold Daggett, Port Strike Leader, Seeks Big Raises for Dockworkers
Harold J. Daggett is seeking big raises for longshoremen on the East and Gulf Coasts who have fallen behind workers on the West Coast.6 hours ago -
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The remarkable thing about Messi’s Miami? They’re just as good without him
The Argentinian has helped his team claim MLS’s Supporters’ Shield. But he has also set up the club, and league, for success when he steps away. Another year, another trophy for Lionel Messi.. With ...6 hours ago -
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What the dockworker strike could mean for the future of automation in ports
As the dockworker strike continues, the fight over automation may shape the future of port operations. With billions of dollars at stake, the outcome could affect not only jobs, but the global ...6 hours ago -
Science - The New York Times
The Food of Space Travel Could Be Based on Rocks
Scientists are studying whether future astronauts on deep-space journeys could transform compounds in asteroids into food.6 hours ago -
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National port strike causes panic buying among consumers
As the national port strike continues, supply concerns have caused panic buying among consumers. NBC’s Christine Romans breaks down the products that could be affected by the strike and whey there ...6 hours ago -
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How the port strike could impact consumers as inflation has eased
There is no immediate price impact from the port strike, which is in its third day. However, Goldman Sachs says if the strike lasts more than a week, it expects the stoppage to affect retailers and ...7 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
Meet Harold Daggett, the Union Leader Behind the Ports Strike
As president of the International Longshoremen’s Association, Harold Daggett is taking advantage of organized labor’s resurgence to drive a hard bargain.8 hours ago -
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This shipping stock is ‘in an enviable position’ for a protracted port strike, says analyst
While a prolonged strike at East Coast and Gulf ports would spell bad news for the U.S. economy, it could provide a boost to shipping company Global Ship Lease Inc., according to Liam ...8 hours ago -
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What economists say about JD Vance's claim that immigrants drive up housing costs
America’s two vice presidential candidates agreed Tuesday night that America is in the midst of a housing crisis in which too few homes and steady demand have led to soaring costs.8 hours ago -
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The price of private equity may be too high for Asda
TDR Capital’s majority ownership of the struggling UK supermarket chain is a test for the industry8 hours ago -
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What a Middle East oil price shock could mean for US consumers
A worst-case scenario for the market could send prices spiralling into the triple digits9 hours ago -
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I Took a 250-Mile Roadtrip to Chicago With Tesla’s Full Self-Driving
Tesla keeps promising a future that is a lot further away than it will admit.9 hours ago -
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Ship queue grows at U.S. ports as dockworker strike enters third day
Long lines of container ships queued up outside major U.S. ports on Thursday as the biggest dockworker strike in nearly half a century entered its third day.9 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
Toilet Paper Shortages Are Back, as Port Strike Leads to Panic Hoarding
Products like toilet paper shouldn’t be affected by the strike, but shoppers are emptying shelves anyway.10 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
UK consumers in ‘good shape’ ahead of Christmas, says Tesco boss
Britain’s biggest supermarket chain raises profit outlook on rise in sales as inflation eases12 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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The NHL is getting its own Drive to Survive. But could it backfire?
The NHL’s business is booming with docuseries on tap. But at what point does content become sport and not vice versa?. By many metrics, the NHL has a good story to tell. Amid the Stanley Cup final ...12 hours ago -
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Here’s how Mets could set up pitching for big elimination game on Thursday
With Thursday being a win-or-go-home Game 3 against the Brewers, here's how the Mets can deploy their pitching staff...16 hours ago -
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California’s $20 Fast-Food Minimum Wage Is a Win-Win-Win, Research Says
A study by UC Berkeley economists says the state’s mandated hourly minimum pay hike increased worker income, but left employment and menu price levels largely unchanged.Yesterday - California