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Feb 10 2026BUSINESS

Expanding a House: A Smart Move in Toronto

Toronto families often find themselves needing more room because kids grow, work shifts to home, or a spare bedroom becomes essential. Buying a new house is a big money decision and can be stressful, so many homeowners look at adding to their current home instead. The main worries about moving ar

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Feb 10 2026BUSINESS

Court TV’s Big Shift: From Cable Courtrooms to Digital Streams

The long‑running channel that once filled evenings with live courtroom drama is changing hands. The E. W. Scripps Company, which has kept Court TV on cable for years, agreed to sell the network to the owners of Law&Crime, a YouTube‑centric brand founded by former Court TV commentator Dan Abrams. The

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Feb 10 2026BUSINESS

Couples Fight IRS Over Home and App Costs

A married pair ran several projects under a single LLC. They built houses on their big farm, made an app to help people stop using the internet too much, and even tried a quick mulching side job. After filing taxes for 2017‑2019, the IRS said their business expense claims were not allowed. The coupl

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Feb 10 2026BUSINESS

Big Move in Offshore Rigs: Transocean to Buy Valaris

Transocean is set to acquire the offshore drilling firm Valaris for about $5. 8 billion, a deal that will expand the combined company’s fleet to 73 rigs worldwide. The purchase comes at a time when oilfield services are looking for ways to cope with tighter budgets and higher operating costs. The t

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Feb 10 2026BUSINESS

Seelan Nayagam Takes the Helm of NTT DATA’s Asia Pacific Operations

NTT DATA has named Seelan Nayagam its new chief executive for the Asia Pacific region, a move that signals a strong push into AI‑driven services. Nayagam will start on March 16, 2026 and is based in Singapore, reporting to the company’s president and CEO. His arrival follows John Lombard’s tenure an

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Feb 10 2026BUSINESS

Outdoor Hub Revamps Springfield’s Downtown Scene

The new 12, 900‑square‑foot plaza beside the MassMutual Center has opened its gates for a season of events that stretch beyond conventional walls. From April to October, the open‑air space invites concerts, festivals, and community celebrations, all built with ready lighting, seating, and electrical

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Feb 10 2026BUSINESS

Dotdash Meredith Wins Court Battle Over Meta Data Sharing

In a recent court decision, Dotdash Meredith Inc. – the company behind popular magazines like People and Entertainment Weekly – won a case that challenged its sharing of video‑viewing data with Meta Platforms Inc. The lawsuit, filed in Massachusetts, claimed that Dotdash Meredith violated the Video

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Feb 08 2026BUSINESS

Success Stories That Went Wrong

Forbes publishes a yearly list that spotlights the most promising young people in business, art and technology. Yet some of those celebrated have later been caught breaking the law, especially in finance. Among the past decade’s honorees are six individuals who faced serious charges. A 26‑year‑old

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Feb 07 2026BUSINESS

Middle East’s Trade Surge: A Fresh Look at Global Growth

The Middle East is experiencing a notable rise in trade, even as global markets face uncertainty. Gulf Cooperation Council countries, such as the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, have driven this increase. Between 2021 and 2024, the region’s trade grew by about 15% each year. This rat

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Feb 07 2026BUSINESS

Small Biz Boost: $2, 500 Grants and Coaching for Washtenaw Owners

The county has opened a new window of help for local entrepreneurs who felt the squeeze of COVID‑19. A fresh grant program gives up to $2, 500 to small businesses that kept running through the pandemic and offers free coaching from two local partners. The initiative is run by the Office of Communi

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