US unemployment claims fall to 12-week low
CaptionCloseWASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits dipped to a 12-week low at the start of February, a sign of a...
The iconic Park-N-Shop store on Wilkinson Boulevard has a new owner
You’ve probably noticed its distinctive peaked roof on the way to or from Charlotte Douglas International Airport: The long-closed Park-N-Shop at 3512 Wilkinson Boulevard,...
Charlotte-based Sealed Air considers selling pro cleaning unit Diversey
Charlotte-based Sealed Air, maker of Bubble Wrap, said Thursday that it is considering selling its professional cleaning unit called Diversey Care. The effort is...
Lagarde says IMF ‘ruthless truth tellers’ on Greece’s economy
WASHINGTONThe International Monetary Fund tried to be “ruthless truth tellers” in its assessment that Greece needs to pursue further reforms to its pension and...
Dubai one of world’s most visited cities: Euromonitor
Dubai: Dubai attracted more than 14 million visitors in one year, making the city one of the most visited destinations in the world, according...
Anaheim breaks visitor record, with crowds flocking to Disneyland and convention center
Several bustling conventions, a slew of new hotels and an army of Disneyland fans helped the city of Anaheim draw a record 23 million...
Explosion at EDF’s Flamanville plant, no nuclear risk: Report
Paris: An explosion occurred at French utility EDF's Flamanville nuclear plant on Thursday in which there may have been some injuries but from which...
Nissan says Mexico plant going ahead despite Trump warnings
TOKYONissan said on Thursday it is pressing ahead with plans for a new plant in Mexico, despite US President Donald Trump rapping rival Toyota...