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Kavanaugh Battle Takes Center Stage in Midterms
P.M. Edition for October 8th: The battle over Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation is in the spotlight in the run-up to the midterms, with both parties seizing on the strong emotions ignited by the newest Supreme Court justice. The Wall Street Journal's Janet Hook has the details.
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This Week, Keep an Eye on Inflation Data
A.M. Edition for October 8th: This week brings a lighter economic calendar than the first full week of October, but it picks up midweek with the producer and consumer price indexes, plus consumer sentiment. The Wall Street Journal's Harriet Torry has the details.
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Special Edition: Brett Kavanaugh Confirmed to U...
The U.S. Senate confirmed Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court on Saturday, with 50 in favor and 48 opposing. The Wall Street Journal's Siobhan Hughes has more on the contentious nomination process and what comes next.
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Labor Market Stays Strong Despite Slower Job Gr...
P.M. Edition for October 5: Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court nomination advances toward a final vote. Plus, the Wall Street Journal's Eric Morath talks about September's employment report, which saw slower hiring but the jobless rate falling to 3.7 percent.
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September Jobless Rate at 49-Year Low; Hiring P...
Special Edition for October 5: Analysis of the September employment report. Employers added 134,000 jobs to the U.S. economy, and the unemployment rate ticked lower to 3.7%, the lowest in 49 years. PNC Financial Services Group's Gus Faucher explains the tightness of the labor market, and how recent trade deals could impact future hiring.
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North Carolina Still Struggling in Florence's A...
A.M. Edition for October 5th: It's been three weeks since Hurricane Florence made landfall in North Carolina, and although most of the floodwaters have receded, many residents are still struggling. The Wall Street Journal's Valerie Bauerlein has an update.
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White House on FBI Probe: No Case Against Kavan...
P.M. Edition for October 4: The White House says it's found no support in the FBI probe for claims against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. More from the Wall Street Journal's Rebecca Ballhaus.
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Robots Lend a Helping Hand in Retail
A.M. Edition for October 4th: More robots will be helping out in retail this holiday season, performing tasks that include sorting and checking inventory. The Wall Street Journal's Jennifer Smith has the details.
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The Limits of Trump's Protectionist Trade Deal
P.M. Edition for October 3: Despite President Trump's tough trade stance, his new "America First" trade agreement has limits. That's because it faced resistance from lawmakers, business and Canada, according to the Wall Street Journal's Greg Ip.
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The Threat of Bots in Cryptocurrency Markets
A.M. Edition for October 3rd: Regulators are growing more concerned with manipulation in cryptocurrencies. One of the threats is automated trading programs, or bots, that can manipulate prices and currently operate largely unchecked. The Wall Street Journal's Paul Vigna has the details.
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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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