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Most levies on imported cars and car parts will remain in place, but automakers have secured some relaxation of the trade policy.

Profit fell 50 percent in the quarter, and the company said one reason was its hiring of additional workers to help its turnaround strategy.

Paramount’s interest in settling has dismayed CBS’s news division. The executive producer of “60 Minutes” abruptly resigned last week.

Large importers, including retailers and manufacturers, paused imports from China this month amid an escalating trade war. Ports are now poised to feel the fallout.

Despite his administration’s lack of concern about climate change, a recession would give the atmosphere a break. At least in the short term.

The festival’s longtime president is leaving the festival, as are about 10 others. Its owner, Penske Media, told staff members about the changes on Friday.

The investigations by the Government Accountability Office come as the White House looks to expand its power over the federal budget.

The media organization said the White House emailed three of the company’s five directors on Monday, telling them that their positions had been terminated.

Starting Friday, goods from China worth up to $800 will be subject to tariffs and more paperwork under new Trump administration rules.

Toy makers and stores are freezing holiday orders, predicting shortages and higher prices. Some are consulting bankruptcy lawyers, fearing their firms won’t survive.