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Grant, Douglas and Chelan PUDs consider collaboration on geothermal energy
WENATCHEE — Three Central Washington public utility districts are exploring whether geothermal energy could become…
Turkmenistan, Afghanistan open new infrastructure projects
ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan (AP) — The leaders of Turkmenistan and Afghanistan on Thursday launched three new infrastructure projects intended to boost economic ties between the two neighbors.
Companies push incentives to get workers vaccinated
As vaccinations continue across the U.S., some companies are offering financial incentives to encourage their workers to get the shots.
UK fishers cry foul as Brexit red tape leaves catch rotting
LONDON (AP) — British fishing communities were among the strongest supporters of Brexit. But now some say they face ruin because of new red tape imposed by the U.K.'s departure from the European Union.
The Latest: Biden coronavirus plan to stress vaccines, masks
WILMINGTON, Del. — A coronavirus action plan from President-elect Joe Biden centers on a mass vaccination campaign and closer coordination among all levels of government.
Stocks tick up, despite dismal data, ahead of Biden speech
U.S. stocks are ticking higher Thursday, despite a dismal report on the
A $12 billion loss for 2020, Delta is cautious in early 2021
Delta Air Lines closed the books on a disastrous 2020 with a comparatively small fourth-quarter loss, and executives expect a few more rocky months before — they hope — widespread coronavirus vaccinations and testi…
FAA grapples with COVID cleanups in air traffic centers
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Flights were delayed when an air traffic control center near Jacksonville, Florida, had to close down for several hours for extensive cleaning after an employee tested positive for COVID-1…
Samsung promises new phones will deliver more for less money
SAN RAMON, Calif. (AP) — Samsung’s next crop of smartphones will boast bigger screens, better cameras, and longer-lasting batteries at lower prices than last year's lineup that came out just before the pandemic top…
Mortgage rates poised to rise as U.S. Treasury yields surge
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The long period of record-low rates on home loans could soon be over.
US unemployment claims jump to 965,000 as virus takes toll
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of people seeking unemployment aid soared last week to 965,000, the most since late August and a sign that the resurgent virus has likely escalated layoffs.
US jobless claims jump to 965,000 as layoffs remain high with economy in grip of virus
WASHINGTON (AP) — US jobless claims jump to 965,000 as layoffs remain high with economy in grip of virus.
Delta posts $12 billion loss in 2020, cautious 1Q outlook
Delta Air Lines closed the books on a disastrous 2020 with a comparatively small fourth-quarter loss, and executives expect a few more rocky months before — they hope — widespread coronavirus vaccinations and testi…
Denmark to hold impeachment trial vote on ex-minister
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — Denmark's ruling party said it would back a vote in parliament Thursday on whether a former immigration minister in the previous government can be tried before the rarely used Court of Im…
Hong Kong internet firm blocked website over security law
HONG KONG (AP) — A Hong Kong internet service provider on Thursday said it had blocked access to a pro-democracy website to comply with the city’s national security law.
Somber Tunisia marks 10 years since revolution in lockdown
TUNIS, Tunisia (AP) — Tunisia on Thursday commemorated the 10th anniversary since the flight into exile of iron-fisted President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali, pushed from power in a popular revolt that foreshadowed stri…