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Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Largest wind farm in New Mexico to begin generating power

Work is done on a massive wind farm in eastern New Mexico that Xcel Energy officials said Wednesday will move the utility closer to its goal of being carbon-free by...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Editorial Roundup: US

Excerpts from recent editorials in the United States and abroad: ___ Dec. 16 The Philadelphia Inquirer on evictions once the Centers for Disease Control's nationwide moratorium ends: Millions of households...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Georgia hospitals break previous mark for COVID-19 patients

A record number of people were in hospitals Wednesday in Georgia with confirmed COVID-19 infections, another signal that infections are now more widespread than at the previous summer peak, as...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
VIRUS TODAY: Nursing homes start shots; Congress nears deal

Here's what's happening Wednesday with the coronavirus pandemic in the U.S.: THREE THINGS TO KNOW TODAY — The first COVID-19 vaccinations are underway at U.S. nursing homes, where the coronavirus...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
New lab director expects more work on next wave of reactors

The new director of Idaho National Laboratory said its efforts to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by creating a new generation of nuclear reactors appears to align with the goals...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
New lab director expects more work on next wave of reactors

The new director of Idaho National Laboratory said its efforts to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by creating a new generation of nuclear reactors appears to align with the goals...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
California committees eye who’s next for scarce vaccines

A pair of advisory committees is making potential life-and-death decisions starting Wednesday over who's next in line for scarce coronavirus vaccines that aren't expected to be universally available to California's...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
California committees eye who’s next for scarce vaccines

A pair of advisory committees is making potential life-and-death decisions starting Wednesday over who's next in line for scarce coronavirus vaccines that aren't expected to be universally available to California's...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Citizens Insurance says its has too many policies. It wants to boost rates

Citizens Property Insurance Corp. leaders Wednesday supported looking for ways to increase homeowners' rates, as they try to stem a flood of new policies at the state-backed insurer. The Citizens...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Citizens Insurance says its has too many policies. It wants to boost rates

Citizens Property Insurance Corp. leaders Wednesday supported looking for ways to increase homeowners' rates, as they try to stem a flood of new policies at the state-backed insurer. The Citizens...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Fed to maintain bond buys until ‘substantial’ economy gains seen

The Federal Reserve strengthened its commitment to support the U.S. economy, promising to maintain its massive asset purchase program until it sees “substantial further progress” in employment and inflation. At...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Fed to maintain bond buys until ‘substantial’ economy gains seen

The Federal Reserve strengthened its commitment to support the U.S. economy, promising to maintain its massive asset purchase program until it sees “substantial further progress” in employment and inflation. At...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Closing prices for crude oil, gold and other commodities

Benchmark U.S. crude oil for January delivery rose 20 cents to $47.82 a barrel Wednesday. Brent crude oil for February delivery rose 32 cents to $51.08 a barrel. Wholesale gasoline...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Closing prices for crude oil, gold and other commodities

Benchmark U.S. crude oil for January delivery rose 20 cents to $47.82 a barrel Wednesday. Brent crude oil for February delivery rose 32 cents to $51.08 a barrel. Wholesale gasoline...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Science & Tech
Streaming breakthrough: HBO Max hits Roku devices Thursday ahead of ‘Wonder Woman 1984’ debut

Cord cutters got a victory when WarnerMedia and Roku made a deal to bring HBO Max to Roku streaming devices ahead of the debut of 'Wonder Woman 1984.'

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Business
Lennar: Fiscal 4Q Earnings Snapshot

Lennar Corp. (LEN) on Wednesday reported fiscal fourth-quarter earnings of $882.8 million. On a per-share basis, the Miami-based company said it had net income of $2.82. The results topped Wall...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Business
Lennar: Fiscal 4Q Earnings Snapshot

Lennar Corp. (LEN) on Wednesday reported fiscal fourth-quarter earnings of $882.8 million. On a per-share basis, the Miami-based company said it had net income of $2.82. The results topped Wall...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Business
NFL owners delay decision on 17-game regular season

NFL owners have delayed a decision on implementing a 17-game regular season for 2021. During a teleconference call Wednesday that replaced the usual December gathering of owners in Dallas, they...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Business
NFL owners delay decision on 17-game regular season

NFL owners have delayed a decision on implementing a 17-game regular season for 2021. During a teleconference call Wednesday that replaced the usual December gathering of owners in Dallas, they...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Business
San Antonio’s piñata makers hope vaccine brings back parties

Piñata and party shops in San Antonio whose businesses depend on celebrations are hoping COVID-19 vaccines bring back big parties next year. More than nine months after the coronavirus pandemic...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Business
San Antonio’s piñata makers hope vaccine brings back parties

Piñata and party shops in San Antonio whose businesses depend on celebrations are hoping COVID-19 vaccines bring back big parties next year. More than nine months after the coronavirus pandemic...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Science & Tech
45 last-minute gifts under $10 everyone will love

These gifts under $10 that are perfect for Secret Santa, White Elephant, office gifts, stocking stuffers, and more.

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Shopping app Wish falls in its stock market debut

The parent company of Wish, a shopping app that sells cheap clothing, toys and electronics, sputtered in its stock market debut. Shares of ContextLogic Inc. fell 16.5% to close at...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Shopping app Wish falls in its stock market debut

The parent company of Wish, a shopping app that sells cheap clothing, toys and electronics, sputtered in its stock market debut. Shares of ContextLogic Inc. fell 16.5% to close at...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Twitter to start removing COVID-19 vaccine misinformation

Twitter said Wednesday that it will begin removing misinformation about COVID-19 vaccinations from its site. It listed among posts that will removed as those including false claims that the virus...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Twitter to start removing COVID-19 vaccine misinformation

Twitter said Wednesday that it will begin removing misinformation about COVID-19 vaccinations from its site. It listed among posts that will removed as those including false claims that the virus...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Breaking News
Sir Ian McKellen says he feels ‘euphoric’ after getting coronavirus jab

Sir Ian McKellen has said he feels “euphoric” after being vaccinated against coronavirus.

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Health officials track safety as COVID-19 vaccines roll out

As COVID-19 vaccinations roll out to more and more people, health authorities are keeping close watch for any unexpected side effects. On Tuesday, a health worker in Alaska suffered a...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Health officials track safety as COVID-19 vaccines roll out

As COVID-19 vaccinations roll out to more and more people, health authorities are keeping close watch for any unexpected side effects. On Tuesday, a health worker in Alaska suffered a...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday

The S&P 500 ticked up to the edge of its record Wednesday after the Federal Reserve pledged to keep buying bonds until the economy makes substantial progress from its virus-wracked...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday

The S&P 500 ticked up to the edge of its record Wednesday after the Federal Reserve pledged to keep buying bonds until the economy makes substantial progress from its virus-wracked...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Blue Bird: Fiscal 4Q Earnings Snapshot

Blue Bird Corp. (BLBD) on Wednesday reported fiscal fourth-quarter earnings of $11.9 million. On a per-share basis, the Macon, Georgia-based company said it had profit of 44 cents. Earnings, adjusted...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Blue Bird: Fiscal 4Q Earnings Snapshot

Blue Bird Corp. (BLBD) on Wednesday reported fiscal fourth-quarter earnings of $11.9 million. On a per-share basis, the Macon, Georgia-based company said it had profit of 44 cents. Earnings, adjusted...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
NFL owners delay decision on 17-game regular season

NFL owners have delayed a decision on implementing a 17-game regular season for 2021. During a teleconference call Wednesday that replaced the usual December gathering of owners in Dallas, they...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
NFL owners delay decision on 17-game regular season

NFL owners have delayed a decision on implementing a 17-game regular season for 2021. During a teleconference call Wednesday that replaced the usual December gathering of owners in Dallas, they...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Science & Tech
‘Significant and growing public health challenge,’ Twitter cracks down on COVID-19 vaccine misinformation

With vaccine misinformation quickly spreading, Twitter will remove false claims that vaccines intentionally cause harm or have adverse effects.

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Texas AG announces multi-state lawsuit against Google

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Wednesday announced a multistate lawsuit against Google, accusing the search giant of “anti-competitive conduct" in the online advertising industry. Paxton said Google is using...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Texas AG announces multi-state lawsuit against Google

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Wednesday announced a multistate lawsuit against Google, accusing the search giant of “anti-competitive conduct" in the online advertising industry. Paxton said Google is using...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Politics
Biden hails transportation nominee Buttigieg as ‘new voice’

President-elect Joe Biden introduced his one-time Democratic primary rival Pete Buttigieg as his nominee for transportation secretary Wednesday, saying the 38-year-old can be “a new voice" in the fight against...

Posted by The Analyst | December 16, 2020 | Science & Tech
The new Nest Thermostat offers good value for the money

A more affordable Nest thermostat.