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NEW YORK (Reuters) — U.S. average retail diesel prices crossed $5 a gallon for only the second time ever on Monday as the war in the ​Middle East squeezes supplies of the industrial fuel, according to fuel ‌markets tracker GasBuddy.

WASHINGTON (Reuters) — The chief executive ​officers of major U.S. airlines urged Congress on Sunday to move quickly to end a 29-day partial ‌government shutdown that has forced 50,000 airport security officers to work without pay, warning it could further disrupt U.S. air travel.

The meeting will feature a timely and practical discussion titled “Your Competitive Edge: Building Talent Through the Registered Apprenticeship Program.”

SYDNEY (Reuters) — Shares in Asia fell broadly on Thursday as oil prices ​roared 9% past $100 a barrel on reports of more ships struck in Gulf waters and terminal shutdowns — a jump that could rapidly ‌stoke inflation and push global borrowing costs higher.

(Reuters) — Minutes into Donald Trump’s State of the Union address laying out his argument for why voters should keep Republicans in power in November’s midterm elections, the president boasted that falling gasoline prices had ​solved a “disaster” left behind by his predeces…

(Reuters) —  Oil ‌prices fell on Tuesday after hitting their highest level in more than three years in the prior session as President Donald Trump predicted the war in the Middle East could end soon, easing concerns about prolonged disruptions to global oil supplies.

WASHINGTON (Reuters) — The U.S. economy unexpectedly lost jobs in February and the unemployment rate increased to 4.4%, potentially hinting at a deterioration in labor market conditions that could put the Federal Reserve in a difficult spot amid rising oil prices.

Philippine Airlines marks its 85th anniversary with special all-in fares starting at $465 to Manila and $308 to Tokyo via Manila — inviting travelers to pack their bags to discover the Philippines’ bustling urban hubs, historic districts, and diverse cultural landscapes.

DEDEDO, Guam (Special Advertising Feature) — Bank of Hawai‘i is proud to announce the opening of its new Branch of Tomorrow at Micronesia Mall, expanding its network across Hawai‘i and the West Pacific to a total of 52 branches.

(SCC) — With just two weeks remaining, the Saipan Chamber of Commerce is encouraging business owners, managers, and professionals to register for its first quarter professional development training focused on strengthening business resilience through strategic problem solving.