Biden signs order on cryptocurrency as its use explodes
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden today signed an executive order on government oversight of cryptocurrency that urges the Federal Reserve to explore whether the central…
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Ukraine bans exports of wheat, oats and other food staples
LONDON — Ukraine’s government has banned the export of wheat, oats and other staples that are crucial for global food supplies as authorities try to…
EXPLAINER: What does a US ban on Russian oil accomplish?
NEW YORK — The average price of gasoline in the U.S. hit a record $4.17 per gallon Tuesday as the country banned Russian oil imports…
Dyersville eatery combining restaurant, sports bar, wine lounge to open this week
Location: 224 Second Ave. NE, Dyersville, Iowa. HOURS: After the Wednesday, March 16 opening, Fuse will open at 4 p.m. on weekdays and 11 a.m….
As war in Ukraine intensifies, US gasoline hits record $4.17
The average price of gasoline in the U.S. hit a record $4.17 per gallon Tuesday as the country banned Russian oil imports after its invasion…
Source: Biden to ban Russian oil imports over Ukraine war
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden has decided to ban Russian oil imports, toughening the toll on Russia’s economy in retaliation for its invasion of Ukraine,…
Beefing up its cybersecurity, Google buys Mandiant for $5.4B
SILVER SPRING, Md. (AP) — Google is fortifying its cloud services with a $5.4 billion acquisition of the cyber security firm Mandiant, the companies announced…
Progress slows on path to gender parity in the board room
NEW YORK — Almost extinct are the days when only men sat on U.S. corporate boards. But the speed at which boards have brought more…
Dick’s: Fiscal Q4 earnings snapshot
CORAOPOLIS, Pa. — Dick’s Sporting Goods Inc. today reported fiscal fourth-quarter profit of $346.1 million. The company said it had profit of $3.16 per share….
People flee embattled Ukrainian cities along safe corridors
LVIV, Ukraine — Evacuations of people fleeing embattled Ukrainian cities along safe corridors began today, while U.N. officials said the exodus of refugees from Russia’s…