US economy shrinks in first quarter as tariffs unleash flood of imports
WASHINGTON (Reuters) — The U.S. economy contracted for the first time in three years in the first quarter, swamped by a flood of imports as businesses raced to avoid higher…
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Trump eases auto tariffs burden as Lutnick touts one done foreign trade deal
DETROIT (Reuters) — President Donald Trump signed a pair of orders to soften the blow of his auto tariffs today with a mix of credits and relief from other levies…
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Urgent recall for popular Trader Joe’s item that could leave millions wheezing and vomiting
A premade salad from Trader Joe's has been urgently recalled for an undeclared allergen that could leave millions wheezing and vomiting. Trader Joe's has voluntarily recalled a limited quantity of…
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After 100 days, Trump voters feel tariffs, but most see long-term gain
WASHINGTON (Reuters) — President Donald Trump’s April 9 decision to hike tariffs on China hit as Steve Egan, a promotional product distributor in Tampa, Florida, was in the middle of ordering…
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Apple juice recalled in Florida, California, 26 other states for possible toxin
Martinelli’s recalled about 173,616 bottles of apple juice sold in the company’s signature glass jars in 28 states because they might be contaminated with the toxin patulin. Patulin’s commonly found…
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Sick passenger died after flight crew delayed getting help in Colorado
American Airlines has been accused of letting a passenger die after cabin crew 'delayed requesting medical assistance' for the traveler until after the deplaning process was completed, according to a wrongful…
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Condos on a cruise ship? Why a Miami developer is planning luxury homes at sea
MIAMI (Uniquely) — Russell Galbut and his wife, Ronalee, have been hooked on cruising since their first voyage 47 years ago. Galbut’s decades-long, ambitious career as a real estate developer…
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Trump says egg prices ‘getting too low’ ahead of Easter surge
WASHINGTON (Daily Beast) — Nearly half of Americans are skipping traditional Easter festivities this year because of the high prices of eggs. But President Donald Trump doesn’t seem concerned. During a press conference Friday,…
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United States eases port fees on China-built ships after industry backlash
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) — The Trump administration shielded on Thursday domestic exporters and vessel owners servicing the Great Lakes, the Caribbean and U.S. territories from port fees to be levied…
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Google hit with second antitrust blow, adding to concerns about future of ads business
WASHINGTON (CNBC) — Google’s antitrust woes are continuing to mount, just as the company tries to brace for a future dominated by artificial intelligence. On Thursday, a federal judge ruled that Google held…