Retailers report modest gains for April Americans spent briskly during the early spring months in the latest sign that they’re encouraged by the economic recovery. Falling gas prices, a rallying stock market and gains in the job market all fueled Americans’ shopping habits even as cold weather tempered their desire to buy spring fashions. More
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J.C. Penney unveils ‘Abbott Elementary’ themed collection The retailer wants to celebrate teachers with a collection of breathable, professional apparel fit for a classroom. 09/29/2023 - 5:47 am | View Link
Penney: There are good reasons to donate before the end of the year When the Christmas decorations begin to fill the aisles, it means it is also time to plan for end of year giving. Of course, if you make cash gifts to charities at the end of the year, which many ... 09/28/2023 - 11:00 pm | View Link
Dress like Ms. Teagues with new 'Abbott Elementary' clothing line aimed at teachers Created for JCPenny, the collection includes skirts, sweaters and pants priced under $100; real educators are featured in the department store's ads ... 09/28/2023 - 5:52 am | View Link
JCPenney Releases All-New Collection Inspired by Hit Series “Abbott Elementary” to Celebrate Teachers Uplifting Their Communities JCPenney and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products debuted its new, exclusive “Abbott Elementary” collection, featuring apparel designed to elevate everyday fashion with the ultimate role ... 09/28/2023 - 2:05 am | View Link
J. C. Penney Company, Inc. Brian Cornell wants to build a retailer that can expertly sell both trendy apparel and plain ol' cereal. His top priority: fixing inventory. 09/26/2023 - 1:00 pm | View Link
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy of California. AP Photo/Jose Luis MaganaJust hours before the government was set to shut down, lawmakers reached a funding deal. It includes billions of dollars to fund disaster relief and to keep federal programs afloat. This deal prevents thousands of federal workers from going without pay.
Ukrainian soldiers take part in the "Rapid Trident-2017" international military exercises at the Yavoriv shooting range not far from the western Ukrainian city of Lviv on September 15, 2017YURIY DYACHYSHYN/AFP via Getty Images
UK's Secretary of State for Defence Grant Shapps said he plans to send British troops into Ukraine.
He told the Telegraph he aims to get military training "closer and actually into" the country.
Ukraine relies on international allies for training and equipment as Russia's invasion drags on.
UK troops may deploy into Ukraine for the first time to train soldiers as on-the-ground training efforts ramp up between the war torn country and its international allies.
Kevin McCarthy, left, and former House Speaker Newt Gingrich. AP Photo/Andrew Harnik
Newt Gingrich recently told Politico of the difference between the '90s-era House GOP and today's slim majority.
The ex-speaker said he could "afford to have five or six people be idiots" in the face of a shutdown.
Speaker Kevin McCarthy on Saturday muscled through a stopgap bill with mostly Democratic support.
The dynamics of what has fueled recent gridlock on Capitol Hill can be boiled down to numbers.
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House Speaker Kevin McCarthy of California, center, is flanked by Majority Whip Tom Emmer of Minnesota, left, and GOP Conference Chair Elise Stefanik of New York after the House approved a 45-day funding bill to keep federal agencies open. AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite
Kevin McCarthy on Saturday forcefully defended House passage of a 45-day stopgap spending bill.
The bill, if passed by the Senate, will fund the government through November and avert a shutdown.
McCarthy dared his detractors to force a "motion to vacate" — a vote that could end his speakership.
A defiant Kevin McCarthy on Saturday told House Republican critics calling for his ouster as speaker to "bring it" after the lower chamber passed a 45-day stopgap spending measure with mostly Democratic votes to avoid a government shutdown.
Heat pumps, which act as both furnace and AC, are increasing in popularity. They're eligible for a federal tax incentive along with sweeteners in certain states.