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Recruiting troubles accelerate Army's plan to bring back 'Be All You Can Be'

4:11pm March 17, 2023

by Jay Price

Faced with a recruiting crisis, the Army has dusted off one of its most popular slogans: "Be All You Can Be." But will that prove popular with a new generation of potential recruits?

What to watch for after a volatile week on Wall Street

4:11pm March 17, 2023

by David Gura

Markets have been volatile since Silicon Valley Bank collapsed, amid fears of wider problems with the banking system. Days away from a critical Federal Reserve meeting, they're even more on edge.

After this week's bank failures, some encouraging signs, but worries persist

4:11pm March 17, 2023

A look back on the past week in banking news, explained.

Ford is recalling about 1.5 million vehicles due to problems with their brake hoses or windshield wipers. It says owners can get those parts replaced for free.

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Ford recalls 1.5 million vehicles over problems with brake hoses and windshield wipers

1:41pm March 17, 2023

by Rachel Treisman

The automaker is recalling nearly 1.3 million 2013-2018 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ sedans, as well as 220,000 F-150 pickups from 2021. Here's what to do if your vehicle might be affected.

Robert Smith of The Cure performs in Glastonbury, England, in 2019. This week, he shared his frustrations with Ticketmaster, and announced Thursday that the company would lower fees and offer partial refunds to The Cure's ticket purchasers.

Music & Culture

Robert Smith of The Cure convinces Ticketmaster to give partial refunds, lower fees

1:27pm March 17, 2023

by Kaitlyn Radde

The announcement came a day after Smith shared his frustrations with Ticketmaster, saying he was "sickened" by the company's fees. Fans who bought Cure tickets will get a $5-$10 refund.

A person enters the Signature Bank headquarters in New York on March 13.

Politics & Government

Biden wants Congress to boost penalties for executives when mid-sized banks fail

12:44pm March 17, 2023

by Washington Desk

President Biden said the current law limits his administration's power to hold executives responsible when mid-sized banks fail due to mismanagement.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signs a law to include the rights of LGBTQ people in Michigan's Civil Rights law on Thursday, March 16, 2023, in Lansing, Mich.

Michigan Democrats are getting their way for the first time in nearly 40 years

8:08am March 17, 2023

by Colin Jackson (Michigan Public Radio Network)

For the first time in decades, Democrats run the show in Michigan, passing legislative priorities they've been after for years: repealing a 1931 abortion law, repealing right-to-work and more.

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The IRS has a way for taxpayers to file tax returns for free

7:21am March 17, 2023

The IRS offers a free tax filing service called Free File on its website. How to access it and additional tips for filing.

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Economy

Morning news brief

6:29am March 17, 2023

Big banks contribute $30 billion to rescue First Republic Bank. France's president bypasses parliament to institute pension reform. Seven Virginia sheriff's deputies face murder charges.

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Why are dozens of TV shows disappearing from streaming platforms like HBO Max?

5:15am March 17, 2023

by Alexi Horowitz-Ghazi

Dozens of original streaming shows have been removed from platforms in an apparent effort to cut costs. The disappearing shows may point to a more fundamental change in the business of streaming.