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Dryer vent cleaning is important -- but often overlooked
MOSES LAKE — Not all the maintenance a house needs is visible. Sometimes a potential problem just goes unnoticed u…
Global shares mixed, led by Tokyo gains, after Wall St rally
TOKYO (AP) — Global shares were mixed Thursday, cheered by the rally on Wall Street that's likely a boon for export-driven regional economies, despite concerns over the coronanvirus pandemic.
China extends anti-dumping tariffs on Indian optical fiber
BEIJING (AP) — China’s Commerce Ministry said Thursday it has extended punitive tariffs on Indian optical fiber products for five years.
German investigators appeal for help finding tech executive
BERLIN (AP) — German investigators are appealing for the public's help in tracking down the former chief operating officer of bankrupt payment company Wirecard who is facing allegations of fraud and other charges.
Simon, Authentic Brands buying Brooks Brothers for $325M
Brooks Brothers will be purchased for $325 million by a retail venture owned by licensing company Authentic Brands Group and mall owner Simon Property Group.
Chicago Police post looting videos to identify suspects
CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago police started giving people another look Wednesday at the looting that happened downtown and around the city this week and are hoping they will recognize suspects and provide their names and…
US consumer prices rose 0.6% in July, matching June uptick
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. consumer prices jumped 0.6% in July as gasoline prices continued to rise.
Asia Today: Australia outbreak slows, New Zealand cases grow
SYDNEY (AP) — The coronavirus outbreak centered in Australia's second-largest city showed a decline in new infections Thursday, though the state's leader urged continued vigilance.
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'Kicked in the teeth': Devastation mounts from Midwest storm
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — The impact of a wind storm that tore through the Midwest continued to grow Wednesday, as widespread power outages kept businesses closed, limited communication, spoiled food and caused long l…
Turkish ship starts energy search; Greece issues warnings
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — A Turkish research vessel has begun surveying for energy resources in contested areas of the eastern Mediterranean, Turkey’s energy minister said Wednesday, amid escalating tensions between NA…
6 former EPA bosses call for agency reset after election
Six former Environmental Protection Agency chiefs called Wednesday for a “reset” at the agency after President Donald Trump’s regulation-chopping, industry-minded first term, backing a detailed plan by former EPA s…
In a first, Airbnb takes action against guest for party
For the first time, Airbnb is taking legal action against a guest for violating its ban on unauthorized parties.
Tesla, Liberty Global rise; Red Robin, OneSpan fall
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks that moved heavily or traded substantially Wednesday.
Boston Fed chief: States' rush to reopen slowed US recovery
WASHINGTON (AP) — A top official at the Federal Reserve
US budget deficit climbs to record $2.81 trillion
SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) — The U.S. budget deficit climbed to $2.81 trillion in the first 10 months of the budget year, exceeding any on record, the Treasury Department said Wednesday.