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Exclusive: Trump Directed Action to Silence Sto...
The Wall Street Journal has learned that President Trump directed his then-lawyer, Michael Cohen, to seek a restraining order against adult-film actress Stormy Daniels back in February, after learning that she was planning to talk about an alleged affair with the president, in violation of a non-disclosure agreement. The Wall Street Journal's Joe Palazzolo has the latest details.
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Tesla Investors Cheer Musk's SEC Settlement
A.M. Edition for October 2nd: As part of a settlement reached with securities regulators over the weekend, Elon Musk will step down as chairman of Tesla, but remain the company's CEO. The settlement sent Tesla shares soaring more than 17% on Monday. The Wall Street Journal's Tim Higgins has the details on what the settlement means for Musk and the company.
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U.S., Canada Strike a Deal on Nafta
P.M. Edition for October 1st: The U.S. and Canada reached a last-minute trade deal on Sunday, allowing Canada to join the U.S. and Mexico in a re-write of Nafta. The Wall Street Journal's Jacob Schlesinger has the details.
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September Jobs Report on Tap
A.M. Edition for October 1st: The first week of October brings the latest jobs report, plus new data on the manufacturing sector. The Wall Street Journal's Eric Morath has the details on the economic data out this week.
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U.S. Stocks Close Out Third Quarter
Stocks climbed to record highs in the third quarter, but ended the day little changed on the final trading day of the period. The Wall Street Journal's Akane Otani talks about this week's market movers, and the question of whether we're nearing a market top.
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What Would Tesla Look Like Without Elon Musk?
P.M. Edition for September 28th: Many are asking what the electric-car company would look like without CEO Elon Musk, after securities regulators sued him for fraud. They're also seeking Musk's removal from the company. The Wall Street Journal's Tim Higgins has more.
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Some Cities, States Mull Changes for Shift Workers
A.M. Edition for September 28th: Some cities and states, including Seattle and New York, are looking into ways to make work hours more predictable for shift workers employed in industries including fast-food, retail, and hospitality. The Wall Street Journal's Rachel Feintzeig has more on how those efforts are likely to impact workers and their employers.
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Kavanaugh, Ford Testify on Capitol Hill
P.M. Edition for September 27th: Brett Kavanaugh and Christine Blasey Ford, the woman accusing him of sexual assault, testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Thursday. The Wall Street Journal's Byron Tau and Rebecca Ballhaus have the details.
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A Look at Some Controversial Supreme Court Nomi...
A.M. Edition for September 27th: Brett Kavanaugh's nomination to the Supreme Court is one among several controversial picks in the past 50 years. The Wall Street Journal's Brent Kendall looks back at some of the most memorable nominees.
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Consumers Aren't Feeling the Pinch, Amid Anothe...
P.M. Edition for September 26th: The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates another quarter-percentage point. But despite eight rate hikes since late 2015, consumers aren't feeling a pinch. The Wall Street Journal's Paul Kiernan explains why.
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The Most Dangerous Places to Bicycle in the U.S.
A.M. Edition for September 26th: Recent data shows 840 cyclists were killed in motor-vehicle crashes in the U.S. in 2016, and that the Tampa Bay metro area has the highest cyclist death rate of any major metro area. The Wall Street Journal's Scott Calvert has the details.
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Trump Defends U.S. Policies in U.N. Speech
P.M. Edition for September 25th: President Trump delivered a speech before the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, in which he gave a full-throated defense of the U.S., and his administration's policies. The Wall Street Journal's Vivian Salama has the details.
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Some Airlines are Overhauling In-Flight Menus
A.M. Edition for September 25th: More airlines are updating their in-flight menus for coach fliers, as customers opt for healthier foods. American Airlines is one of the latest making changes. The Wall Street Journal's Alison Sider has the details.
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China Calls U.S. a Trade Bully
P.M. Edition for September 24th: New tariffs took effect on Monday, as the U.S. and China continue their trade battle. And in a new position paper, China is calling the Trump Administration a trade bully. The Wall Street Journal's James Areddy has the details.
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Fed Meeting, Inflation Data Top Economic Schedule
A.M. Edition for September 24: The economic week is busy with reports on inflation, consumer confidence and home sales. But the key event to watch is the two-day Fed policy meeting. We get a preview from the Wall Street Journal's Harriet Torry.
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Blue Chips Shine Despite Trade Battles
Stocks in the Dow Jones Industrials have been strong despite their potential vulnerability to a trade fight. The Wall Street Journal's Mike Wursthorn says that for now, investors don't think tariffs will have long-lasting effects on the economy or earnings.
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Drugmakers' Free Services: Are They Kickbacks?
P.M. Edition for September 21: Drugmakers say free services such as nursing and co-pay assistance help doctors and patients. But they've drawn federal and state scrutiny over whether they violate anti-kickback laws. The Wall Street Journal's Peter Loftus explains.
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Puerto Rico Faces New Economic Challenges
A.M. Edition for September 21st: Hurricane Maria, the worst storm to hit Puerto Rico in nearly a century, has compounded an already complicated economic situation for the island. The Wall Street Journal's Andrew Scurria has more on the challenges ahead.
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Jobless Claims Stay at Lowest Levels Since the ...
P.M. Edition for September 20: In a sign of a tight labor market, first-time jobless claims remain at the lowest levels in 49 years. The Wall Street Journal's Eric Morath says it'll take a few weeks to gauge Hurricane Florence's impact on jobless claims.
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More Car Apps Have Safety Advocates Concerned
A.M. Edition for September 20th: Cars are now coming with new apps that allow drivers to do everything from ask for directions to order food. The Wall Street Journal's Mike Colias has more on why safety advocates are concerned about in-car technology.
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Gmail's Smart Reply is Bubbling with Responses
P.M. Edition for September 19: The Wall Street Journal's Doug MacMillan talks about Gmail's Smart Reply, which suggests responses that users can click when replying to emails. Google is rolling out Smart Reply to all of its 1.4 billion active accounts.
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Why Facebook Wants Your Financial Data
A.M. Edition for September 19th: Facebook has been engaged in discussions with U.S. banks to get detailed financial information about customers for years, before coming under fire for its handling of user data. The Wall Street Journal's AnnaMaria Andriotis has the details.
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U.S., China Trade New Tariffs
P.M. Edition for September 18th: The U.S. has announced another round of tariffs on $200 billion in Chinese imports. And China quickly retaliated in kind, with new tariffs on $60 billion in U.S. goods. The Wall Street Journal's Jacob Schlesinger has more.
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Retailers Get a Head Start on Holiday Hiring
A.M. Edition for September 18th: It's not too early to start thinking about the holiday season - especially if you're a retailer running short on potential holiday hires. The Wall Street Journal's Suzanne Kapner has more on the struggles of hiring in a tight labor market.
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The Economic Impact of Major Storms
P.M. Edition for September 17th: The economic impact of major storms like Florence can be devastating for individuals. But studies show the impact on the broader economy is often very little. The Wall Street Journal's Harriet Torry explains.
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