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Stocks Climb on Hopes for Lower Interest Rates as Dow Rallies 660 Points

Stocks Climb on Hopes for Lower Interest Rates as Dow Rallies 660 Points

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks climbed again on hopes for a coming cut to interest rates. The S&P 500 rose 0.9% Tuesday after breaking out of a morning lull and is back within 1.8% of its all-time high. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rallied 664 points, and the Nasdaq composite rose 0.7%. Stocks got a…MORE

China’s Pressure on Japan is a Familiar Tactic That Could Last for Some Time

China’s Pressure on Japan is a Familiar Tactic That Could Last for Some Time

BEIJING (AP) — China is turning to a well-used playbook to express its displeasure with Japan over a statement by its prime minister on Taiwan. Beijing is using its economic clout to pressure Tokyo while hurling a barrage of invective at its government. A Chinese advisory against travel to Japan has led to cancellations for…MORE

Thanksgiving Travel Forecasts Point to Typically Busy Airports, Roads and Trains

Thanksgiving Travel Forecasts Point to Typically Busy Airports, Roads and Trains

People with Thanksgiving travel plans may still feel on edge after the U.S. government shutdown that caused widespread flight cancellations and delays. But experts say staying informed about weather, traffic and airport wait times can help ease anxiety. The Federal Aviation Administration anticipates its busiest Thanksgiving in 15 years, with over 360,000 flights scheduled between…MORE

Dallas West End Underground Gas Leak; Avoid Area

Dallas West End Underground Gas Leak; Avoid Area

DALLAS – (WBAP/KLIF) – A gas leak near the West End in Downtown Dallas has several roads nearby blocked off near the DART West End Station. The gas leak is reported to be underground with several crews on scene, including hazmat and Atmos Energy, dispatched to 302 North Market Street. Dallas Police are asking the…MORE

Trump Signs Executive Order Targeting Muslim Brotherhood

Trump Signs Executive Order Targeting Muslim Brotherhood

Trump signed an executive order directing the secretary of state and the treasury secretary to report on whether certain chapters of the Muslim Brotherhood, including chapters in Lebanon, Egypt and Jordan, should be designated as foreign terrorist organizations. The order directs the secretaries to take action within 45 days after making the report. Among other…MORE

Cowboys Rally From 21 Down to Beat Eagles 24-21 on Brandon Aubrey’s Game-Ending Field Goal

Cowboys Rally From 21 Down to Beat Eagles 24-21 on Brandon Aubrey’s Game-Ending Field Goal

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Brandon Aubrey kicked a 42-yard field goal as time expired after Dak Prescott rallied Dallas from a 21-point deficit and the Cowboys beat the Philadelphia Eagles 24-21 in a mistake-filled thriller. The Cowboys converted on their third tiebreaking chance of the fourth quarter. The win extended Prescott’s home winning streak against…MORE