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Credit union shreds sensitive documents, collects for food bank
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake branch of Solarity Credit Union held a paper-shredding event Saturday. “We’re encou…
Germany searches premises of spyware maker FinFisher
BERLIN (AP) — German prosecutors said Wednesday that authorities have searched 15 premises linked to spyware maker FinFisher as part of a probe into allegations the Munich-based company broke export laws by selling…
The Latest: Australia prioritizes air service to 3 countries
CANBERRA, Australia — Australia’s prime minister said on Thursday his government was giving priority to reopening air services to Japan, Singapore and South Korea.
Bank profits remain resilient despite lingering pandemic
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US regulators approve 1st treatment for Ebola virus
U.S. regulators Wednesday approved the first drug for the treatment of Ebola.
US Senate high stakes spur astronomical spending in Montana
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — Political groups fighting for control of the U.S. Senate have poured more than $118 million into the contest between Montana's Democratic Gov. Steve Bullock and Republican incumbent Steve Dai…
World Bank approves $12B to finance virus vaccines, care
The World Bank has approved $12 billion in financing to help developing countries buy and distribute coronavirus vaccines, tests, and treatments, aiming to support the vaccination of up to 1 billion people.
UK's COVID-19 strategy unraveling as regions choose own path
LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s new strategy for combating COVID-19 seemed to unravel Wednesday as regional leaders chose their own paths and the mayors of the cities facing the toughest restri…
The Latest: India reports fewest virus deaths in 11 weeks
NEW DELHI — India has reported its lowest daily increase in coronavirus deaths in nearly three months.
Cheese producers react angrily to Mexico cheese seizure
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Cheese producers reacted angrily Wednesday to the Mexican government’s decision to halt the distribution of some products of major manufacturers for a host of alleged labelling violations.
The Latest: Germany tightens mask-wearing regulations
BERLIN — Chancellor Angela Merkel and the governors of Germany’s 16 states have agreed to tighten mask-wearing rules and make bars close early in areas where coronavirus infection rates are high.
Allscripts, Concho rise; Wells Fargo, Bank of America fall
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks that moved heavily or traded substantially Wednesday:
United loses $1.8 billion, aims to shift focus to recovery
United Airlines financial hole grew deeper over the summer as a modest recovery in air travel slowed down, pushing the carrier to a loss of $1.84 billion in the typically strong third quarter.
The Latest: U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga tests positive for virus
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga said he tested positive for the coronavirus before he was scheduled to appear Wednesday at a Michigan campaign rally with Vice President Mike Pence.
Bank profits remain resilient despite lingering pandemic
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Stocks fall on Wall Street as hopes fade for stimulus deal
Stocks gave up early gains and closed lower Wednesday, adding to Wall Street's losses from a day earlier.