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The Hill - Politics
DC water confirmed safe to drink after precautionary boil water advisory
Water in Washington, D.C., has been confirmed safe to drink Thursday after the district faced a boil water advisory a day before. “All DC Water customers under the precautionary boil water advisory can use tap water for all purposes after it was ... -
CNBC - Business
Oil prices hold firm as large draw on U.S. crude, gasoline inventories signal uptick in demand
Gasoline prices are averaging $3.51 per gallon ahead of the Fourth of July holiday, up about 2 cents from last week. -
CBS News - Top stories
Second round of voting in France this weekend as antisemitism concerns rise in Europe
There will be a second round of voting in France on Sunday after the far-right's Marine Le Pen won big against President Macron in the first round. Some prominent Jewish figures in France say there's been more antisemitism on both sides as ... -
MarketWatch - Business
Without Joey Chestnut, the July 4 Nathan’s hot-dog-eating competition could be an actual contest
“This event is bigger than any one eater,” an event spokesperson said. -
MarketWatch - Business
Gold prices settle at 1-month high as silver jumps 4%
Gold futures posted their highest settlement in about a month on Wednesday, while silver prices climbed by 4%, with both precious metals supported by weakness in the U.S. dollar and bond yields following the release of downbeat economic data. -
NBC News - Top stories
July 4 travel hitting a record thanks to lower gas prices, humming economy
Travelers heading out for the July 4 holiday can expect plenty of company this year. -
Wired - Tech
23 Best Fourth of July Mattress Deals (2024)
Mattress sales aren't just a President's Day or Memorial Day thing anymore. You can score a WIRED-tested mattress at a great price right now. -
CBS News - Top stories
Best Fourth of July mattress deals to shop this weekend
Refresh your bedroom with a new mattress with one of these must-see Fourth of July deals. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Lufthansa's Acquisition of ITA Airways Stake Gets Conditional EU Approval
The European Union gave Deutsche Lufthansa its conditional green light to buy a minority stake in Italian carrier ITA Airways, increasing the German carrier group’s reach in Europe and exposure to the lucrative Italian market.European Union -
The Hill - Politics
Federal judge issues narrow pause on FTC noncompete ban
A federal judge on Wednesday granted a preliminary injunction on a nationwide ban on noncompete agreements issued this spring, calling into question its future in the face of opposition by prominent business groups. The Dallas-based tax firm Ryan ...
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Changes on Gaza Battlefield Spur Revival of Israel-Hamas Cease-Fire Talks
Negotiators are suddenly expected to resume negotiations in Doha, Qatar, shortly after Israel signaled it is preparing to wind down major military operations in Gaza after nine months of war.Israel -
The Wall Street Journal - World
U.S. Stocks Little Changed; Jobs Report Keeps Rate Cuts in Play
U.S. stocks were little changed after the nonfarm payrolls report. The data was giving investors a touch more confidence that the Fed can soon start to cut rates. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
How Tennis Learned to Love Andy Murray
Andy Murray suffered repeated heartbreaks and injuries. But a great champion stayed in the game. -
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Euro Stays Higher Against Dollar After U.S. Jobs Data
The euro remained higher against the dollar after the June U.S. nonfarm payrolls report. -
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