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Rancher Buck Taylor proudly flies his American and Trump flags by his driveway mailboxes and signpost in Diamond Valley, Ore. He and other ranchers are facing new tariffs on beef exports that could cost him – but he doesn't blame President Trump.

Northwest Ranchers Have Beef With Trump's Trade Wars, But Still Support Him

Tariffs are hitting U.S. beef exports this week. Ranchers across the West are bracing to lose money — but many still proudly back the president.

Ten states and the District of Columbia are investigating Wendy's and other fast-food chains over the use of "no poach" agreements that limit the ability of workers to switch jobs.

Regulators Investigate Fast-Food Chains' Limits On Whom They Hire

Ten states and the District of Columbia are asking fast-food chains about the use of what are known as "no poach" agreements that limit the ability of workers to switch jobs.

A man smokes in the street in Madrid on Friday after Spain's health minister announced curbs on smoking outdoors in an effort to contain a resurgence of COVID-19.

Spain Cracks Down On Outdoor Drinking, Smoking In Renewed Push Against COVID-19

Spanish authorities announced the new measures as they confront a new wave of COVID-19 after tamping down the disease months ago.

Citigroup estimates the U.S. economy lost $16 trillion over the past 20 years as a result of discrimination against African Americans. Above, the American flag hangs in front of the New York Stock Exchange on Sept. 21.

Cost Of Racism: U.S. Economy Lost $16 Trillion Because Of Discrimination, Bank Says

Citigroup estimates the economy would see a $5 trillion boost over the next five years if the U.S. were to tackle key areas of discrimination against African Americans.

Megan Thee Stallion Protests Breonna Taylor Ruling On 'SNL'

One of the biggest stars in hip-hop used her appearance on Saturday Night Live to call out Kentucky attorney general Daniel Cameron.

Then-Federal Reserve Board Chair Janet Yellen speaks during a briefing in 2017. President-elect Joe Biden reportedly will nominate Yellen as his Treasury secretary.

Biden Picks Janet Yellen To Be Treasury Secretary In Historic Appointment

Joe Biden plans to nominate the former Federal Reserve chair as his Treasury secretary. She would play a leading role in helping the economy recover from the pandemic.

European Countries Reinstate Curfews To Try To Slow COVID-19 Surge

After letting its guard down this summer, Europe is dealing with a massive second wave of the coronavirus that doctors say will most likely be more deadly than the first.

People wear face masks as a preventive measure against the spread of the new coronavirus, COVID-19 at a market in Managua, on April 16, 2020, a day after Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega spoke of the coronavirus pandemic and announced there would be no quarantine or cessation of economic activity.

Nicaragua Not Backing Down Despite Criticism Over Lax Measures During Pandemic

The government has failed to issue social distancing orders. And after weeks out of public view, President Daniel Ortega reemerged Wednesday and decried the coronavirus as a sign from God.

The Latest On Barry From Louisiana

Tropical Storm Barry approached hurricane strength on Saturday as it moved toward New Orleans.

Talking Duke Ellington: Gene Norman in 1999

As befitting the legacy of Duke Ellington, who led his renowned orchestra for nearly 50 years and criss-crossed the globe as an unofficial musical…

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