S&P 500 comes close again, buts fails to eclipse its all-time high
For a third time in the past week, the S&P 500 popped above the closing record during the session, but ended below the Feb. 19 record close of 3,386.15.
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Postal Service warns 46 states their voters could be disenfranchised
Anticipating an avalanche of absentee ballots, the U.S. Postal Service sent detailed letters to 46 states and the District of Columbia warning that it cannot guarantee all ballots cast by mail for the November election will arrive in time to be counted.
In Big Ten cities, fall without college football is crushing economic blow
The cancellation of the fall season promises to wallop businesses who count on those fall weekends for survival, and the economic impact likely will measure in the tens of millions in many of the small towns across the sprawling conference.
Trump, Pelosi make opposing economic bets in stimulus standoff
The two sides are at least $1 trillion apart on another package of relief the U.S. economy likely needs to overcome the ravages of a pandemic that continues to force companies, schools and other organizations to roll back plans to reopen for business.
Food chat: Use leftover simple syrup for cocktails or a homemade soda
The Washington Post food staff answers a variety of questions about all things food.
America’s latest must-have home accessory? A dog.
What began in mid-March as a sudden surge in demand had, as of mid-July, become a bona fide sales boom.
This no-churn saffron pistachio ice cream recipe is golden
Even though I have significantly simplified the process, I’ve kept the uniquely Persian flavor combination of cardamom, rose water and saffron.
Wendy’s, McDonald’s ready to revive chicken sandwich wars
One year ago today, Popeye’s fired the first salvo in the Great Chicken Sandwich Wars. And there’s no indication that America’s collective obsession with a crunchy bit of bird on a bun is going anywhere.
Traveling may not be safe, but leaving vacation days behind isn’t healthy, either
De Bloom says people shouldn’t let travel restrictions stop their time off, “regardless of where they take it.”
S&P 500 closes just below all-time high, erasing pandemic losses
The S&P 500 index climbed as high as 1.6% on Wednesday, topping the level reached on Feb. 19, before fading a bit before the market’s close.
UPDATE: Big Ten officially pulls plug on fall football amid COVID-19 concerns
The broadcast rights for football generate millions of dollars for the Big Ten Conference’s athletic departments, and schools across the country have projected major deficits in the wake of the pandemic.
Spice blends to make at home
A blend you make yourself, especially if you’re toasting and grinding the spices, will taste fresher and bolder than what will come out of a jar or package, even if you choose to store extra for later.
Trump’s executive orders spark confusion; Democrats assail them as ‘unworkable’
President Trump’s directives were aimed at offering new unemployment benefits, protecting renters and postponing the payment of a federal tax. But an array of economists and lawmakers depicted these policies as unworkable or legally questionable.
In executive actions, Trump extends jobless benefit, defers payroll taxes
Two measures signed by President Trump on Saturday aim to provide $400 in weekly unemployment aid and defer payroll tax payments for people who earn less than $100,000. Two others are related to eviction protections and student loan relief.
White House, Democrats still far apart on virus relief deal
White House officials and Democratic leaders ended a three-hour negotiation Thursday evening without a coronavirus relief deal or even a clear path forward, with both sides remaining far part on critical issues.
Trump readies executive actions for pandemic relief ahead of key negotiating session
With talks on a coronavirus relief bill appearing to falter, President Donald Trump told reporters that he was preparing to sign executive orders as soon as Friday that would extend enhanced unemployment benefits, offer an eviction moratorium and provide a payroll tax cut.
Fitness: Missed another workout? Find an accountability partner.
Wellness accountability partners help each other set and maintain goals for diet, exercise and overall well-being.
Recipe: Mild squash meets spicy sausage in this one-skillet pasta dish
With summer squash abundant, you can throw together a skillet recipe with whatever you have in your pantry or refrigerator. For this version, I selected both zucchini and yellow squash, adding a little color to the plate.
Instagram’s new copycat video tool likely to have TikTok reeling
Facebook-owned Instagram released its new service, Reels, in the United States and dozens of other countries Wednesday, adding a tab to the existing app that will let users make and watch short-form videos.
For unemployed, rising grocery prices stretching budgets during pandemic
Compared to this time last year, prices for beef and veal are up 25.1%. Eggs are up 12.1%, and pork is up 11.8% from a year earlier, according to seasonally adjusted data.