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Under the tenure of Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi, the ministry was criticized over its handling of the pandemic.

New Zealand was expected to become the first advanced economy to raise interest rates, but the central bank left rates unchanged one Covid case was detected.

The Nissan Z is an important halo product under the company's ongoing turnaround plan through March 2024.

Salt Bae, who runs the Nusr-Et steakhouse chain, settled a claim by waiters over tips filed by the same lawyer now suing him in an overtime lawsuit.

Decarbonizing a broad range of sectors and industrial processes will be crucial in the years ahead.

While there is excitement about potential use cases for low carbon hydrogen, hurdles remain.

Dr. Vin Gupta explained that the most effective way to combat Covid-19 is to help vaccinate the rest of the world before giving out a booster shot

The top seller of the week was a 1995 McLaren F1 sold by Gooding & Co. for $20.5 million, making it the most expensive car to sell at auction since 2018.

A top World Health Organization official said data from some countries suggests the delta variant causes an increased risk of hospitalization in those infected.

The Biden administration extended the mask mandate for transportation through mid-January.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, who's fought local officials throughout the state on mask mandates, has tested positive for Covid-19, his office announced Tuesday.

CNBC.com retail reporter Melissa Repko breaks down earnings from Walmart and Home Depot, and how the delta Covid variant could be slowing consumer spending.

Tilray shares rose in extended trading Tuesday after it announced it acquired a majority stake in Medmen for $165.8 million.

Small satellite builder and data specialist Spire Global began trading on Tuesday, the latest space company to close a SPAC merger and go public.

The discounter also sharpened its forecast for the year, saying it expects Walmart U.S. same-store sales to increase by 5% to 6%, excluding fuel.

The Colorado River supplies water and power for more than 40 million people across the West, while also fueling some 2.5 million acres of croplands.

Home Depot said it quickly sold out of an early release of Halloween products, serving as an indication that consumers are eager to decorate their homes.

Between dining out and travel, Americans are spending an average of $765 more a month compared with last year, according to a report.

BioSteel will have exposure on the Lakers bench and in-arena signage at Staples Center. Beverage deals with top NBA teams can range up to $5 million per year.

Israel data shows a reduction in the effectiveness of Pfizer's Covid vaccine against severe illness among people 65 and older who were fully vaccinated.