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From unfilled gas tanks to fewer frills, retailers see US consumers rethink their spending
The behavior changes observed so far are subtle, such as altered routines for buying gasoline and fewer visits to …
Businessman sentenced in $180 million bank fraud that paid for lavish lifestyle, classic cars
Najeeb Khan, 70, of Edwardsburg, Michigan, told a federal judge Thursday that he was "blinded by greed" to carry out the scheme and buy more than 250 cars, as …
Santa Fe considers tax on mansions as housing prices soar
The tax on homes sold for more than $1 million is being pitched as a lifeline to teachers, service-sector workers, single parents and young professionals who c…
North Korean art sells in China despite UN sanctions over nuclear program
The U.N. has sanctioned a long list of North Korean goods, including arms, coal and art.
Western Montana timber company honored with forestry award
Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte traveled to Plains last week to honor and bestow the annual Forest Products Award to a family-owned business based out of Libby.
New Kalispell gym aims for purpose behind training
An abandoned truck repair shop in downtown Kalispell has found new life as a CrossFit gym thanks to a duo of fitness lovers, Jessie and Kyna Williams.
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US consumers keep spending briskly even in the face of persistent inflation and high interest rates
Friday's report from the Commerce Department showed that prices rose 0.4% from August to September, the same as the previous month. And compared with 12 months…
As the 'Hollywood of the South,' Atlanta has boomed. Its actors and crew are now at a crossroads
For more than a decade, work had been nonstop in Atlanta's booming film industry thanks to Georgia's extremely generous tax break. Dubbed the "Hollywood of the…
Exxon profit falls compared with record-setting numbers last year, but consolidation in full swing
Exxon Mobil's third-quarter profit declined compared with last year when the oil giant put up record numbers as oil prices soared, but net income jumped 15% co…
Amazon posts strong revenue and profits, says it's in 'best position' it's ever been before holidays
For the three months that ended on Sept. 30, the company said it earned $143.1 billion in revenue, a 13% increase compared to the same period last year. Amazon…
Crab cakes one of most requested recipes
One of the most requested recipes from FVCC’s Culinary Institute of Montana is Chef Howard Karp’s crab cakes.
Fusion restaurant showcases flavors of Eastern Europe and Central Asia
With dishes like samosas, pilaf, pho, gyros, and dumplings, Chef Yussupov incorporates a wide range of flavor profiles into the menu, and since their grand ope…
Women in Iceland including the prime minister go on strike for equal pay and an end to violence
Icelanders awoke to all-male newscaster teams announcing shutdowns across the island nation: schools closed, public transport delayed, hospitals understaffed, …
Coke raises full-year sales forecast after stronger-than-expected third quarter
Coca-Cola raised its full-year revenue forecast Tuesday after a stronger-than-expected third quarter.
Chevron buys Hess for $53 billion
Chevron is buying Hess Corp. for $53 billion and it's not even the biggest acquisition in the energy sector this month as major producers seize the initiative …