Only one Trump “gold card” visa has been approved so far, Commerce’s Lutnick says
April 26, 2026
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Only one Trump “gold card” visa has been approved so far, Commerce’s Lutnick says

The Trump administration has approved one “gold card” visa since starting to accept applications for the new U.S. residency permit in December, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said on…

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IEA says Iran war will keep the global natural gas market tight for two years
April 26, 2026
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IEA says Iran war will keep the global natural gas market tight for two years

The implications of the Iran war on energy markets will extend well beyond this year, according to a new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) on Friday.  The…

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How high energy bills, driven by new data centers, are affecting average Americans
April 26, 2026
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How high energy bills, driven by new data centers, are affecting average Americans

This week, Maine’s governor vetoed a bill that would have made the state the first to ban the construction of new data centers. Shanelle Kaul reports. Source link

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Trader Joe’s customers sue over coffee’s caffeine levels
April 25, 2026
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Trader Joe’s customers sue over coffee’s caffeine levels

Some Trader Joe’s coffee drinkers are angry they didn’t get their caffeine fix, according to a new lawsuit filed against the retailer.  Customers allege in a class-action lawsuit…

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Trump extends Jones Act waiver for another 90 days
April 25, 2026
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Trump extends Jones Act waiver for another 90 days

President Trump is extending a waiver of the Jones Act for another 90 days in a bid to lower fuel prices as the war in Iran stretches into…

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In 8 weeks, the Iran war has dented the U.S. economy. The damage could linger, economists say.
April 25, 2026
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In 8 weeks, the Iran war has dented the U.S. economy. The damage could linger, economists say.

In the eight weeks since the Iran war started, the conflict has driven gas prices above $4 a gallon, strained homebuyers and pushed inflation to its highest level in nearly two…

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Naval escorts will likely be needed when Strait of Hormuz reopens, Chevron CEO says
April 25, 2026
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Naval escorts will likely be needed when Strait of Hormuz reopens, Chevron CEO says

Washington — Chevron’s chief executive said it’s likely that the U.S. Navy may need to escort commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz once it reopens in order…

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Here are the college majors that new grads regret the most, according to a recent survey
April 24, 2026
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Here are the college majors that new grads regret the most, according to a recent survey

A college degree is often seen as a way to get a leg up in the labor market, which has recently been challenging for early-career workers. But as new…

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Food prices could rise more amid the Iran war. Here’s how to cut costs on groceries.
April 24, 2026
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Food prices could rise more amid the Iran war. Here’s how to cut costs on groceries.

Food prices could rise more amid the Iran war. Here’s how to cut costs on groceries. – CBS News Watch CBS News Food prices have jumped nearly 20%…

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Air travel prices likely to get worse in coming weeks, Chevron CEO says
April 24, 2026
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Air travel prices likely to get worse in coming weeks, Chevron CEO says

Washington — Chevron’s chief executive predicted travelers could see airline fares rise and fewer flights available in the coming weeks, as the standoff with Iran over the Strait…

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