Companies cashing in as Americans return to offices
Just one example is the newly announced collaboration between QuickCollect Solutions, a provider of grocery pickup solutions, and supermarket chain Lowes Foods.
What is inflation? What to know about the economy as prices rise
Here’s what you need to know about inflation.
Federal unemployment benefits ending for some Americans this week
Americans living in some GOP-led states could lose their unemployment benefits this week, almost three months before the extra aid is slated to end.
Janet Yellen: US economy sidesteps K-shaped recovery
The 2021 U.S. economy is seeing an even rebound, according to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen but she is asking for funds to help those nations not as fortunate.
OSHA issues COVID-19 'emergency temporary standard' for health care workers
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued an “emergency temporary standard” on Thursday directed at health care workers who are most likely to come into contact with someone infected with the virus.
Sen. Blackburn responds to Fauci saying she's 'attacking science'
Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., on Dr. Anthony Fauci and Big Tech.
Stock futures trade cautiously ahead of key inflation report
U.S. equity futures are trading mixed ahead of the latest inflation-related report.
House republicans request emails between Zuckerberg and Fauci
Top Republicans on the House Judiciary and Oversight Committees penned a letter to Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg Wednesday asking for the company to hand over communication between Zuckerberg, Facebook employees, Dr.
Blackburn bites back on Facebook COVID-19 censorship: ‘Zuckerberg should be called to testify’
Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., demands answers from Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Dr. Anthony Fauci on censoring coronavirus origins.
Biden's vaccine marathon hits roadblocks with July 4th goal now in doubt
The vaccine marathon is hitting roadblocks. Plummeting vaccine rates are putting President Biden's goal of getting at least one shot into the arms of 70 percent of Americans by July 4 at risk.
US to donate 500 million COVID-19 vaccine doses to lower-income countries
President Biden’s administration plans to donate 500 million coronavirus vaccine doses produced by Pfizer Inc. to the rest of the world, according to people familiar with the plans.
Construction industry plagued with pandemic-related problems
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused several problems for the construction industry in the United States. Starting with a materials shortage and skyrocketing pricing and now moving to employment issues, the industry is looking for any relief.
Labor secretary doubles down on federal unemployment benefits as labor shortage rages
Labor Secretary Marty Walsh on Wednesday defended a federal unemployment program that's become a lightning rod for Republican criticism amid growing concerns of a labor shortage.
Airline CEOs urge US, UK to reopen travel routes ahead of G7 Summit: 'Follow the science'
Business leaders in the commercial airline space want the U.S. and U.K. to reopen for transatlantic travel.
Technology fills the gap as jobs lag GDP
The U.S. is in the midst of a productivity boom. That is positive for wages and inflation because higher revenue can absorb increased wages without companies raising prices. It isn’t such great news for the jobs outlook if employers conclude they can meet sales goals with less hiring.
Las Vegas welcomes World of Concrete as first major convention since pandemic began
World of Concrete, one of the largest annual conventions, is being held June 8-10 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Carnival Cruise Line will require vaccine proof in Texas despite state laws
In accordance with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) latest guidance, guests on both ships are required to be fully vaccinated. This means they would have to get their final recommended dose of the coronavirus vaccine at least 14 days before the trip.
GOP lawmakers demand Biden administration end federal unemployment benefits
A group of House Republicans is urging the Biden administration to end the federal unemployment benefits program that provided out-of-work Americans with an extra $300 a week.
Stock futures trade mixed after lackluster session
U.S. equity futures are trading mixed ahead of Wednesday's opening bell.
Global economy poised for strongest post-recession growth in 80 years, World Bank says
The global economy is on track to grow at the fastest post-recession pace in 80 years, thanks to steady – but uneven – vaccine distribution, the World Bank said in a new report released Tuesday.



















