Business and Economic News

Builder of controversial Keystone XL pipeline says it's moving forward
The final decision to build the project comes after a decade of protests and political reversals in the U.S. Now critics say construction poses a new risk with the coronavirus pandemic.
FAQ: What's behind the N95 mask shortage?
What is an N95 respirator mask and how did we end up so short of those masks? Here we answer some key questions about shortages of N95 masks in the U.S. and across the globe.
Gun sales soar amid coronavirus outbreak
Law enforcement officials and gun sellers say over the last several weeks they’ve seen a spike in gun sales and applications for permits to buy handguns driven in part by first-time owners.
Macy's furloughs most of its 130,000 workers
Citing the pandemic's "heavy toll" on its business, Macy's says it's furloughing the majority of its employees. Its stores have been closed since March 18 and there's no sign when they will reopen.
Hazelden enlists unlikely allies in coronavirus fight: distilleries
The world famous Minnesota-based addiction treatment center says non-alcohol sanitizer is in short supply, so it called on local liquor makers to help stock up sanitizer for hundreds of patients.
Amazon, Instacart grocery delivery workers strike for coronavirus protection and pay
Amazon workers in New York and Instacart workers nationwide plan to walk off their jobs Monday. They want more access to paid sick leave as well as protective gear and other safety measures.