Konica Minolta, With Eye on Health Care, Nears Deal for U.S. Genetics Firm br By JONATHAN SOBLE br The Japanese company, which is trying to diversify its business, is said to be preparing to announce a $900 million deal to acquire the American testing company Ambry Genetics. br An Emirates plane at Dubai International Airport in March. br Emirates and Turkish Airlines Say Laptop Ban Is Lifted on Their U.S. Flights br By DAN BILEFSKY br The carriers joined Etihad Airlines, which was cleared over the weekend, in receiving an exemption to the restrictions on electronic devices. br A General Motors assembly plant in Arlington, Tex. Auto sales dropped in June for a sixth consecutive month, falling by 3 percent from a year ago. br After Years of Growth, Automakers Are Cutting U.S. Jobs br By BILL VLASIC br A downturn in car sales after two record years is prompting companies to scale back domestic production, particularly for smaller vehicles.