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Libertarians say Brexit may give the U.K. more economic opportunities

Libertarians say Brexit may give the U.K. more economic opportunities

by Katie Murar | Aug 26, 2016 | Business & Tech

WASHINGTON–Great Britain’s decision to leave the European Union caused that nation’s currency to tumble and many to fear how Europe would move forward, but libertarians say Brexit may provide the U.K. with new, more globally-focused economic...
Democrats urge Obama to take action in National Park struggle

Democrats urge Obama to take action in National Park struggle

by Katie Murar | Aug 25, 2016 | Business & Tech, Environment

WASHINGTON— Democrats are urging President Barack Obama to sidestep congressional Republicans who are blocking increased funding for the National Park Service and use his executive authority to expand the national park system. Reps. Raul Grijalva of Arizona, Dina...
News on interest rates, Brexit expected at Fed conference

News on interest rates, Brexit expected at Fed conference

by Katie Murar | Aug 24, 2016 | Business & Tech

WASHINGTON—The annual Federal Reserve economic policy symposium that starts Thursday in Jackson Hole, Wyoming offers an opportunity for Fed Chair Janet Yellen to signal her intentions on interest rates but also for economic experts from around the world to examine the...
Uber tipping policy causes headaches for drivers

Uber tipping policy causes headaches for drivers

by Katie Murar | Aug 24, 2016 | Business & Tech, Transportation

To tip, or not to tip. That is the question Uber and Lyft customers are facing these days. Uber’s insistence on not including in-app tipping is frustrating drivers, complicating the future for America’s largest ride-sharing service. From the San Francisco-based...
Gitmo detainee release reignites national security debate

Gitmo detainee release reignites national security debate

by Katie Murar | Aug 16, 2016 | National Security, Topics

WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama’s decision to release 15 detainees from Guantánamo Bay reignited the debate between the political parties over what to do with suspected terrorists. According to the Pentagon, the transfer came after officials determined the...
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