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‘Most big repairs start out as small repairs’
MOSES LAKE — When Uziel Ortega launched Steadfast Home Services earlier this year, he wasn't sure whether the phon…
The impact of spreading virus on businesses and economy
AID AVAILABLE: The World Bank announced Tuesday that it is making $12 billion available to provide immediate support to low-income countries dealing with the health and economic impacts of the coronavirus.
Trump allies in Americas block Africans' path to US asylum
TAPACHULA, Mexico (AP) — President Donald Trump isn't the only world leader making it virtually impossible for many Africans to get asylum in the United States. He's getting plenty of help from allies in the Americ…
Togo’s president re-elected, according to final results
LOME, Togo (AP) — Togo’s Constitutional Court announced final results Tuesday, confirming the country’s president easily won a fourth term, extending the grip his family has had on power since 1967 as the oppositio…
France seizes control of masks; Virus deaths soar in Italy
PARIS (AP) — France requisitioned protective masks and sent tens of thousands of students home from school, deaths in Italy soared and Spain isolated dozens of health workers Tuesday as the new coronavirus spread f…
Slovenia lawmakers back anti-immigrant politician as new PM
LJUBLJANA, Slovenia (AP) — Slovenia’s lawmakers on Tuesday backed an anti-immigrant politician to become the new prime minister, setting the stage for the formation of a right-leaning government in the small Europe…
Peter Pan to continue allowing immigration checks on buses
BOSTON (AP) — Peter Pan Bus Lines, a major Northeast carrier, will continue to allow federal immigration officials on its buses to conduct routine checks for immigrants living in the country illegally, saying it co…
What's Happening: Fed cuts rate, Olympics delay possible
BERLIN (AP) — As more countries report cases of the new coronavirus, governments are eyeing measures to cushion the economic impacts and some athletes are urged to keep their distance from fans.
UAW, stung by corruption, seeks $1.3M for vacation home
DETROIT (AP) — The United Auto Workers is seeking $1.29 million for the Michigan vacation home of its former president.
Spring decor trends: soothing, soft, sustainable, stylish
If you’re looking for respite from this winter’s weather and news, you’ll find plenty of peace and quiet in the spring offerings beginning to show up at home decor retailers.
French government to push through divisive pension changes
PARIS (AP) — French President Emmanuel Macron’s government is set to push through divisive pension changes in the lower house of parliament amid protests from opposition lawmakers and labor unions.
Target offers solid profit outlook despite virus uncertainty
NEW YORK (AP) — Target Corp. says there could be periodic shipping delays in merchandise from China while the discounter scrambles to stock up on more household essentials in its U.S. stores as it confronts the rep…
Virus spread prompts Fed to slash rates in surprise move
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a surprise move, the Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by a sizable half-percentage point Tuesday in an effort to support the economy in the face of the spreading coronavirus.
Greens lawmakers rue lack of ambition in EU climate law
BRUSSELS (AP) — As the European Union prepares to unveil plans for a climate law to cut greenhouse gas emissions to zero by mid-century, Green members of the European Parliament are already ruing its lack of ambiti…
What's Happening: G-7 ready to act, Olympics delay possible
BERLIN (AP) — As more countries report cases of the new coronavirus, governments are eyeing measures to cushion the economic impacts and some athletes are urged to keep their distance from fans.
French president says the government is requisitioning all current and future stocks of protective masks
PARIS (AP) — French president says the government is requisitioning all current and future stocks of protective masks.