Weekly Jobless Claims Fall More Than Expected To 1.18 Million
Most economists were expecting another 1.4 million claims filed last week.

Biden touts economic record, criticizes House Republicans
The president's first major economic address this year comes as the White House and Congress remain at odds over increasing the debt ceiling.
By Andrew Harnik / AP
Debt ceiling: 2011 showdown leaves lessons for Biden, GOP
Democrats are pushing to raise the debt ceiling — now at $31T —to allow more borrowing, while Republicans are countering with proposed spending cuts.
By J. Scott Applewhite / AP
Congress, Treasury plan to address US hitting debt ceiling
The U.S. has never hit the cap on how much money it can borrow before, and experts say it would have "catastrophic" economic consequences if it does.
By Cliff Owen / APTop Stories

Online system to seek asylum in US is quickly overwhelmed
The daily ritual resembles a race for concert tickets when online sales begin for a major act.
By Elliot Spagat / AP
Tyre Nichols video: Here are some of the key takeaways
A fatal beating. Cries for his mom. Officers cheering each other on. Here are some of the key takeaways from the Tyre Nichols police bodycam footage.
By City of Memphis via AP
Memphis disbands SCORPION Unit after Tyre Nichols' video release
The unit's disbandment comes as protests have spread throughout the city in recent days.
By Gerald Herbert / AP