Captive neighbors seek relief from Amazon construction noise
ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — Amazon deliveries may be delayed for some folks because of the coronavirus, but construction of Amazon’s new Virginia headquarters is moving right along, with piledriving work so loud it’s driving the stuck-at-home neighbors crazy. For...
What you need to know today about the virus outbreak
U.S. regulators say they will allow emergency use of an experimental drug that appears to help some coronavirus patients recover faster. President Donald Trump announced the news Friday alongside the head of the Food and Drug Administration.As America tentatively...
Chevron turns a profit but warns of pain ahead
NEW YORK (AP) — Chevron turned a profit in the first quarter. But the company warned its financial picture is likely to be depressed in the future because of reduced demand caused by the coronavirus.The San Ramon, California-based oil producer brought in $3.6 billion...
Exxon profits drop as most of world stays home, forgoes fuel
NEW YORK (AP) — Profits fell at Exxon Mobil and Chevron warned of tough times ahead as the global pandemic began to erode oil demand. Exxon lost $610 million in the first quarter, down 126% from the same time last year, the Irving, Texas oil giant said Friday.Revenue...