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Nov 25 2025HEALTH

Maine's Small Businesses Face Health Insurance Crisis

Maine's small business owners are in a tough spot. They're worried about a big jump in health insurance costs. This could happen if certain tax credits from the Affordable Care Act (ACA) stop. These credits help keep premiums affordable. Without them, many families could face huge bills. Take Ossian Riday, a self-employed software developer from Topsham. He shared h...

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Nov 25 2025FINANCE

New Group Steps Up to Boost RealFi and Open Finance on Pharos Network

A new player has entered the scene to support the growth of RealFi and open finance on the Pharos Network. The Pharos Foundation, a non-profit organization, has officially launched to oversee this ecosystem. This move is a big deal for Pharos Network, as it gears up for its Token Generation Event (TGE) and Mainnet Launch in early 2026. The Foundation aims to provide ...

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Nov 25 2025FINANCE

Unlocking Retirement: Why Spending Matters More Than Saving

Retirement isn't just about saving money; it's about enjoying it too. But many retirees find it hard to spend their savings, even after years of careful planning. This fear of spending is a big mistake, according to financial expert Ramit Sethi. Sethi believes that people should focus on spending their savings meaningfully in retirement. He argues that saving is onl...

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Nov 25 2025FINANCE

A Big Move in Crypto Finance: Ondo and Figure Team Up

Ondo Finance just made a bold move, buying $25 million worth of YLDS, a stablecoin from Figure Technology Solutions. This isn't just any purchase; it's a strategic step to make Ondo's tokenized fund more diverse and appealing. The YLDS stablecoin is now part of a bigger portfolio that already includes tokenized Treasury products from big names like BlackRock, Fideli...

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Nov 25 2025CRIME

A News Anchor's Fall from Grace: The PPP Scam and Its Aftermath

A former news anchor, Stephanie Hockridge, has been sentenced to a decade behind bars for her part in a massive pandemic loan scam. This scam involved siphoning over $63 million from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), a government initiative aimed at helping small businesses during the pandemic. Hockridge, who once worked for Phoenix’s ABC15, will now serve her t...

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Nov 25 2025SPORTS

The Highs and Lows of Damon Jones: From NBA Courts to Legal Troubles

Damon Jones was once a well-known figure in the NBA, recognized for his flashy style and confident demeanor. During his time with the Cleveland Cavaliers from 2005 to 2008, Jones was known for his flashy cars and suits, as well as his trash-talking and gambling habits. His license plate, "4Point8, " was a reference to a game-winning shot he made in 2006. Jones was a ...

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Nov 25 2025FINANCE

Inno Holdings: A Risky Bet on Web 3. 0?

Inno Holdings, a Texas-based company, saw its stock price surge and then plummet in a single day after announcing a new partnership. The firm teamed up with Megabyte Solutions to integrate Web 3. 0 technology into its business-to-business platform. This move shifts Inno Holdings away from its traditional construction technology focus. The partnership aims to make tr...

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Nov 25 2025POLITICS

Trump Family's Crypto Bet Goes Bust: A $1 Billion Lesson in Risk

The Trump family's financial portfolio has taken a serious hit, losing about $1 billion in recent months. This drop is largely due to the declining value of cryptocurrencies, which the family has heavily invested in. According to Bloomberg News, their net worth has gone from $7. 7 billion to $6. 7 billion since September. One of the biggest losses came from Trump Me...

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Nov 24 2025FINANCE

The Hidden Truth About Financial Struggle

A recent discussion has sparked a debate about what it truly means to be financially stable. While markets seem to be on a steady rise, with the New York Fed president hinting at potential rate cuts, one strategist has shifted the focus to a more pressing issue: the real cost of living in America. Michael Green, a portfolio manager and chief strategist, has put forw...

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Nov 24 2025CELEBRITIES

Kevin Spacey Sets the Record Straight on His Living Situation

Kevin Spacey, the well-known actor, recently took to social media to clarify some misunderstandings about his living situation. In a video posted on his Instagram, he addressed reports that he was homeless and living out of hotels. Spacey started by acknowledging the outpouring of support he received from people who offered him a place to stay or simply checked in o...

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