WASHINGTON — U.S. factories received more orders for long-lasting manufactured goods in May, rebounding after two weak months. But the trend in orders has slowed this year, adding to worries that the U.S. economy has weakened. The Commerce Department said ...

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Big male crabs fetch the highest prices, but when it comes to ensuring the Chesapeake Bay will continue to produce those No. 1 males, researchers are increasingly paying attention to how many females are harvested. A new assessment released Tuesday ...

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DETROIT — Chrysler avoided collapse two years ago with the help of a government bailout. Now, lower costs and a fleet of new cars and trucks are moving it closer to profitability. On Monday, the company posted a fourth-quarter net ...

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The Port of Baltimore handled a record 42,830 autos in October, the latest example of increased activity at the state’s public shipping terminals. Roll on/roll off cargo, a strong suit for the port, has had a rocky year, with manufacturers ...

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LANSING, Mich. — In a good sign for a resurging General Motors, University of Michigan economists are forecasting a climb in motor vehicle sales over the next two years that should help bolster automakers’ fortunes. But don’t look for a ...

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