Unemployment Claims Fall to Lowest Since Spring 2008
Unemployment claims dropped 4,000 to 364,000, a third weekly decline, with the four week average down to the lowest since June 2008. Economists say the trend is positive as the job market steadies despite Europe risks and looming election implications.
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UPS and FedEx see record holiday shipping volumes
At UPS largest air hub in Louisville,Tiera Washington and a large team handle longer shifts as peak season drives more than 120 million parcels globally. FedEx reports a Dec 12 record with about 17 million packages, fueling signals on online commerce and the broader economy.
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Occupy protesters press free speech lawsuits nationwide
Lawyers for demonstrators pursue state and federal suits across the country challenging eviction orders and police tactics at Occupy camps. They allege Fourth and First Amendment violations from mass arrests to bans on protest at city hall and public spaces, with cases in Oakland and Austin highlighting broader legal battles.
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