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US job growth slowing, but wage gains remain strong

By Lucia Mutikani WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. economy added fewer jobs than expected in July, but solid wage gains and a decline in the unemployment rate back to 3.5% pointed to continued tightness in labor market conditions. The Labor Department’s employment... Read More.

U.S. Mega Millions jackpot reaches $1.25 billion

By Rachel Nostrant (Reuters) – The U.S. multistate Mega Millions lottery jackpot has reached an estimated $1.25 billion, with ticket holders anxiously waiting for their 1-in-300 million chance to win big in Friday evening’s drawing. The jackpot prize, worth about $625.3... Read More.

US Army no longer has Senate-confirmed leader, joining Marines

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. Army on Friday became the second branch of the U.S. military to no longer have a Senate-confirmed leader, as a Republican senator continues to block military nominations, a move military leaders said threatens readiness and undermines retention of officers. Retiring... Read More.