The Federal Trade Commission sued Amazon.com Inc. in a long-anticipated antitrust case, accusing the e-commerce giant of monopolizing online marketplace services.
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New York Steps Up as Unlikely Diesel Supplier
New York is rising to the fore as an unlikely diesel supplier, shipping out three cargoes in one week as Russia’s fuel export ban sends buyers searching for new supplies.
Truckers to See Higher Tolls on N.Y. Thruway in January
For the first time in 14 years, travelers will pay more on the New York State Thruway starting in January followed by another rate hike in 2027 due to revenue needs for aging infrastructure.
Policymakers Urge Action on Rail Safety Bill
A group of senators is renewing calls for a floor vote on legislation meant to improve safety across freight rail networks.
UPS Looks to Add 100,000 Workers for the Holidays
UPS Inc. said Sept. 26 it plans to hire more than 100,000 seasonal workers for the peak holiday shipping season this year.
Rarely Used ‘Discharge Petition’ in Play to Limit Shutdown
Moderate Republicans are working with Democrats on a rarely used procedure to shorten a near-certain U.S. government shutdown and protect themselves from the anticipated backlash.
Ford Pauses Construction of Michigan Battery Plant
Ford Motor Co. is halting construction of a $3.5 billion battery plant in Michigan that drew scrutiny from Republican lawmakers for its ties to a Chinese battery maker.
Diesel Price Drops 4.7¢ to $4.586 a Gallon
The national average diesel price paused from its recent surge, falling back 4.7 cents to settle at $4.586 a gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data released Sept. 25.
Freight Brokers Adjust as Market Power Swings to Shippers
Throughout the pandemic-influenced years of 2020 through 2022, third-party logistics providers and freight brokers assuaged shippers by simply locating a truck for their freight.
Crossword Puzzle Solution for September 25, 2023
Here’s the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the September 25, 2023 print edition.