The American job market grew this month, albeit far below forecasts.
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Flyers Winless After Four Games Following 7-0 Opening-Night Loss to Penguins
The Pittsburgh Penguins routed the Philadelphia Flyers 7-0 on Wednesday, Sept. 30, in the NHL season opener for both teams.
Why are buttons and zippers on different sides of men’s and women’s clothes?
Imagine you’re at a clothing store that stocks items for the whole family. You pick up a white buttoned shirt to try on. The style is pretty plain. Was it designed to be worn by a woman or man?
August Set a Record at the Pump, With Gas Above $4 Every Single Day
For the first time in the history of AAA’s tracking, the national average price of a gallon of regular gasoline stayed above $4 on every day of a month.
U.S. Economy Shed 23,000 Jobs in July as Hiring Stalls
The American job market went backward last month. Employers cut 23,000 jobs in July, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Friday, against forecasts of an 83,000 gain.
Carl Sagan’s scientific legacy extends far beyond ‘Cosmos’
What most people don’t know about Sagan, and what has been somewhat obscured by his fame, is the far-reaching impact of his science, which resonates to this day.
Rideshare’s impact on voting, by the numbers
The data is clear: Rideshare is an important way voters get to the polls. A recent survey found that nearly 3 million Lyft riders have used Lyft to go to the polls, drop off a ballot, or register to vote.
October jobs report: Unemployment stable, wages up
Average hourly wages increased 0.4% over the month to $35.46, marking a 4% year-over-year rise, while the unemployment rate held steady at 4.1%.
The best horror movie you’ve never seen
Made in 2007, “Trick ‛r Treat” consists of four interconnected horror stories, each about 15 to 20 minutes long, that all take place on a single Halloween night.
Paul George Suffers Knee Injury in Preseason Game; Sixers Prevail Over Hawks 104-89
Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George hyperextended his left knee during Monday night’s preseason game against the Atlanta Hawks, forcing him to exit in the second quarter.