Analysts Say Gas Prices Unlikely to Fall Below $4 Before the Midterms
The federal government's weekly survey put regular gasoline at $4.269 a gallon for the week of October 26. Some analysts expect prices to stay above $4 through Election Day.
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England and Wales Launch Respect Orders for Anti-Social Behavior
Police, councils, landlords and transport networks can now ask a court for an order that can include curfews, bans and treatment. Breaching one can mean up to two years in jail. Critics warn of a low legal threshold.
Powerball Jackpot Climbs to $760 Million After No Winner Wednesday
No ticket matched all six numbers on October 28. The next drawing is Saturday, October 31, with an estimated $760 million jackpot.
Oracle Shares Jump 10.7% After Investor Day Financial Targets
Oracle closed at $144.54 on Wednesday after laying out revenue and cash-flow goals. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq each rose about 0.3%.
USDA Confirms First New World Screwworm Case in Arizona, Found in a Cochise County Dog
The parasite was confirmed in a dog on a ranch in Cochise County. The USDA and Arizona are setting up a 20-kilometer zone with animal movement controls.