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How will we know if the US economy is in a recession?

How will we know if the US economy is in a recession?

WASHINGTON (AP) — The government’s report Thursday that the economy grew at a 1.1% annual rate last quarter signaled that one of the most-anticipated recessions in recent U.S. history has yet to arrive.
Trudeau urged to make good on critical mineral commitments during New York City visit

Trudeau urged to make good on critical mineral commitments during New York City visit

NEW YORK — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is headed to the U.S., hoping to capitalize on last month's well-received presidential visit as he pitches New York's movers and shakers on the virtues of Canada as a trade and investment partner.

Editorial Roundup: Wisconsin

Eau Claire Leader-Telegram. April 23, 2023. Editorial: Finally, some progress Robin Vos’ announcement last week that Republican legislators are working on some sort of medical marijuana bill was welcome news.
Stellantis to offer buyouts amid electric vehicle transition

Stellantis to offer buyouts amid electric vehicle transition

DETROIT (AP) — Another automaker is trying to cut its workforce to trim expenses and stay competitive as the industry makes the long and costly transition to electric vehicles.

Editorial Roundup: United States

Excerpts from recent editorials in the United States and abroad: April 21 The Washington Post on the politicization of the education system The old-fashioned way states craft learning standards for grade-school students is slow and sure: Committee up
No one is driving this taxi. What possibly could go wrong?

No one is driving this taxi. What possibly could go wrong?

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — I won't forget the first time I took a ride in a car without anyone sitting in the driver's seat. It happened one night last September when a Chevy Bolt named Peaches picked me up outside a San Francisco bar.
Canada Infrastructure Bank loaning $220M to Flo for EV charging network expansion

Canada Infrastructure Bank loaning $220M to Flo for EV charging network expansion

TORONTO — Electric vehicle drivers can expect more charging options ahead as the Canada Infrastructure Bank is loaning $220 million to Flo Services Inc. to expand its network.
Stock market today: Big Tech rally steadies Wall Street

Stock market today: Big Tech rally steadies Wall Street

NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street is steadying itself with help from rallies in Microsoft and other Big Tech stocks. The S&P 500 was 0.2% higher in early trading, a day after falling to its worst drop in a month.

AP News in Brief at 6:04 a.m. EDT

2024 race won't be like 2020. That's good and bad for Biden WASHINGTON (AP) — No honking geese are likely to interrupt his speeches this time.
Japan's Honda outlines global strategy for electric cars

Japan's Honda outlines global strategy for electric cars

TOKYO (AP) — Honda is gearing up for an electrification shift in North America with two models developed with General Motors going on sale next year and a bigger EV with a new platform in 2025, a year earlier than initially announced.