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Oct 05 2025BUSINESS

A New Spot for Cider Lovers in Providence Forge

In the heart of Providence Forge, a unique spot has opened its doors, blending history with modern charm. The Old School Cider House is not just a place to enjoy a drink; it's a community hub nestled in a building that once served as a schoolhouse in the 1920s and 1930s. Jackie and Mark Smith saw po

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Oct 04 2025BUSINESS

SoundHound AI: Big Moves by Investors and Insiders

SoundHound AI has been grabbing attention lately. Farther Finance Advisors LLC boosted its stake in the company by a whopping 39% in the second quarter. They now own 9, 830 shares, worth about $105, 000. But they're not alone. Other big investors have also been busy. AlphaQuest LLC jumped in, buyin

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Oct 04 2025BUSINESS

Investors Bet Big on Water Tech Firm

Investors are showing a lot of interest in Aris Water Solutions, Inc. A few big investment firms have recently bought more shares of the company. Farther Finance Advisors LLC is one of them. They increased their stake by 41. 3% in the second quarter. They now own 5, 140 shares worth around $122, 000

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Oct 04 2025BUSINESS

Small-Cap Growth ETF: Who's Buying and Why?

The Vanguard Russell 2000 Growth ETF, known as VTWG, is an investment fund that focuses on small-cap growth stocks. It follows the Russell 2000 Growth index, which includes companies expected to grow quickly. VTWG started in 2010 and is managed by Vanguard. Recently, Farther Finance Advisors LLC re

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Oct 04 2025BUSINESS

Gas Prices May Rise After Chevron Refinery Fire

A recent fire at the Chevron refinery in El Segundo might cause gas prices in Southern California to go up. The fire damaged a part of the refinery that makes jet fuel, but the rest of the facility seems okay. This refinery is important because it makes a lot of the fuel used in cars and planes in t

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Oct 03 2025BUSINESS

Microsoft's Bright Future: Why Analysts Are Bullish

Microsoft's stock is getting a lot of attention from analysts. One top analyst, Keith Weiss from Morgan Stanley, thinks the company's stock is a great buy. He raised his price target from $582 to $625. That's a big jump! He also gave Microsoft the "Top Pick" spot in the large software category, repl

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Oct 03 2025BUSINESS

Legal Battle Brews Between Tech Giants

A recent legal dispute has sparked between two major tech players, OpenAI and xAI, the company led by Tesla's CEO Elon Musk. The core of the issue? Accusations of poaching employees and stealing trade secrets. OpenAI has taken a stand, asking a federal judge to throw out the lawsuit filed by xAI. T

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Oct 03 2025BUSINESS

How Microsoft Changed the Game

Microsoft has always been a big name in tech. But what made it stand out? It wasn't just about making money. It was about changing how people use technology. Microsoft started as a small company. Now, it's a giant. But how did it get there? First, Microsoft focused on software. It made tools that p

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Oct 03 2025BUSINESS

Berkshire Hathaway's $9. 7 Billion Move: What's Next?

Berkshire Hathaway is making waves with a $9. 7 billion acquisition of OxyChem, a chemical division of Occidental Petroleum. This deal might be one of the last big moves by Warren Buffett, the legendary dealmaker who has been at the helm for decades. Buffett's involvement in this deal is notable, e

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Oct 03 2025BUSINESS

Lovers Lane: A Bumpy Ride for Local Shops

Lovers Lane, a bustling street in University Park, is currently a hotspot for construction. This isn't just any construction; it's a massive project that's been in the works for years. The goal? To give the area a much-needed facelift. But while the city is busy improving the infrastructure, small b

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