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The Institute for Supply Management on Monday said its index of manufacturing activity fell to 50.8 in April from 51.8 in March. For a second straight month, however, the measure remained above 50, the threshold that divides expansion from contraction.

By Ben Leubsdorf. WASHINGTON -- A closely watched gauge of U.S. factory activity slipped in April but continued to signal growth in the manufacturing sector, which has been battered by low oil prices and a strong dollar. The Institute for Supply ...

Even before losing four of this past week's five presidential primaries, Bernie Sanders toned down direct criticism of rival Hillary Clinton's qualifications and judgment. But the two rivals remain divided over who is most responsible for uniting the ...

Even before losing four of last week's five presidential primaries, Bernie Sanders toned down direct criticism of Hillary Clinton's qualifications and judgment. But the two rivals remain divided over who is most responsible for uniting the Vermont ...