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CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said that a lab is "one possibility" for the origin of Covid-19 but that most coronaviruses "come from an animal origin."

Ford will halt production at eight North American plants for varying periods of time through early July due to an ongoing shortage of semiconductor chips.

When the Covid pandemic hit, small business owners across the country scrambled to survive. Here's how four businesses pivoted.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data shows 60% of U.S. adults have now received at lease one dose of a Covid vaccine.

Sir Alex Ferguson explains his management secrets.

The social media giant said its paid online events feature has growth potential and pro leagues could benefit in the future.

French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire warned that peace, security and global stability are in danger if major economies do not contribute to Africa's recovery.

Under Armour announced Wednesday it is raising wages for hourly retail workers to $15 in the United States and Canada, impacting more than 8,000 jobs.

Southwest says bookings are improving, helping drive fares back to near 2019 levels.

The Dogger Bank Wind Farm will be situated in waters off the coast of northeast England.

The media company plans to construct a new complex that will house the players and says it will provide 400 construction jobs.

With tech names under pressure, bitcoin plunging and bond yields rising, U.S. stock futures sank Wednesday.

To celebrate the nationwide launch, customers who order the Ch'King on the Burger King app or online will receive a free Whopper.

Hundreds of colleges have already said Covid vaccines will be mandatory for fall 2021, yet some students object to the mandates.

Macy's said it has begun investing in new categories for the business — including toys, health and wellness, pets and home decor.

The announcements come amid worries over Sinopharm's efficacy and reports of Covid-19 reinfections among people who have received their two doses of the shot.

India has reported more than 25 million cases and over 283,000 deaths so far.

The U.S. has seen progress in controlling Covid-19, but "we have to be alarmed by what we see in India," said Myron Brilliant of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.