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Mar 03 2026BUSINESS

New Streaming Giant on the Horizon

Paramount and HBO Max are set to merge into a single streaming service once Paramount Skydance completes its deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, pending regulatory approval. The combined platform would bring over 200 million direct‑to‑consumer subscribers together, creating a stronger competitor for t

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Mar 03 2026BUSINESS

New Costco Coming to Montgomery County

A big change is on the way for residents in East County. A new Costco store will open inside a large development called VIVA White Oak. The warehouse will cover about 162, 000 square feet and will be the first big store in a project that spans 280 acres. The site sits close to the Food and Drug Admi

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Mar 03 2026BUSINESS

University Sells Ashburn Campus to Boost Future Plans

George Washington University has sold its Ashburn, Virginia campus to a buyer whose name remains private. The sale was announced by the university’s president in a letter that highlighted the deal as “very favorable. ” Because of a confidentiality clause, no details about the price or other condi

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Mar 03 2026BUSINESS

Vincorion to List Shares in Frankfurt While Tensions Rise

Vincorion, a German company that builds advanced defense equipment, is preparing to launch its first public offering in Frankfurt this week. This move comes even as global stock markets feel the strain from ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. Investors see a bright future for Vincorion because of

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Mar 03 2026BUSINESS

RHI Magnesita’s 2025 Year: Cost Cuts, New Deals and a Push for Recycling

RHI Magnesita finished 2025 with earnings that matched what investors expected, even though the market was tough. The company kept its spending tight and focused on turning around weaker parts of the business, which helped it stay profitable. Revenue fell by 3 % to €3. 4 billion, but the company sti

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Mar 02 2026BUSINESS

Phones Locked, Minds Open

A man once felt that the endless buzz of phones was stealing meaning from people. He decided to act, not with speeches but with a gadget: a lockable bag that keeps phones out of sight during times when people should focus, like classes or shows. The device is part of a larger plan that lets schools

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Mar 02 2026BUSINESS

New CFO Leads L3Harris as Missile Unit Prepares for IPO

L3Harris has chosen Kenneth Sharp, a veteran of defense finance, to become its chief financial officer. The move comes as the current CFO, Ken Bedingfield, shifts his focus to the company’s missile division, which is set for a public listing later this year. Sharp will take over on March 16 and brin

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Mar 02 2026BUSINESS

Lorillard’s $5 Million Tax Refund Fight Falls Short

A New Jersey cigarette company, Lorillard Tobacco Co. , tried to get the Supreme Court to reverse a lower court ruling that denied it about $5 million in business tax refunds. The company’s argument centered on a 2020 change to New Jersey’s add‑back rules. Those rules say that companies must add

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Mar 02 2026BUSINESS

Keep Your Entrepreneur Spirit After a Sale

When the money lands, many founders feel lost because their company was part of who they were. The sale is not an end, but a new launch pad that can reset identity. Studies show that post‑sale CEOs often feel confused, but this confusion can be turned into a chance to explore fresh ideas. Instead

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Mar 02 2026BUSINESS

Health Plan Reveals $101 Million Profit for 2025

A New York‑based health insurer announced it will earn $101 million in profit for the year 2025. The company employs about 1, 600 workers across the state. Its earnings come as medical care and prescription drug prices climb higher. The insurer also notes that new rules for Medicare Advanta

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