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May 31, 2019

The auto industry braces for new tariffs

Plus: Why condos aren’t making the comeback you’d expect and Disney’s massive “Star Wars” themed attraction, Galaxy’s Edge.

Tariffs on Mexican imports may increase the price you pay for apples
by Liz Sanchez and Kai Ryssdal
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One apple farmer in Washington state shares his concerns about the trade war with Mexico.
At Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the pretend planet is the ride
by Marielle Segarra
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Seth Kubersky, who wrote the “Unofficial Guide to Disneyland,” says the new attraction is a way for Disney to compete with the Harry Potter-themed worlds at Universal theme parks.
Mexico tariffs could hike car prices by $1,500
by Kimberly Adams
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The Trump administration has threatened to levy a 5% tax on Mexican imports next month, which could go as high as 25%.
Limit eased on summer ethanol sales
by Nancy Marshall-Genzer
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Farmers love it. Environmentalists and gasoline refiners? Not so much.
Where have all the condos gone?
by Amy Scott
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These days, builders prefer more lucrative apartments and townhouses.