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Jan 07 2026BUSINESS

Cold Weather Gear Gets a New Boss

Centric Brands just made a big move in the world of cold-weather accessories. They bought Fownes Brothers & Co. , a company that's been around since 1777. That's right, this isn't some new startup. Fownes Brothers has been making high-quality leather gloves and other cold-weather gear for over two c

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Jan 06 2026BUSINESS

Ford's Sales Bounce Back: A Look at the Numbers

Ford has made a comeback in the U. S. market, selling more cars in 2025 than it has in the past few years. With 2. 2 million vehicles sold, it's the best year for Ford since 2019. That's a 6% increase from the year before. Even though it's not as many as they sold in 2019, it's still a big deal. Fo

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Jan 06 2026CRIME

The Long Road to Justice: Paul Caneiro's Murder Trial Begins

Paul Caneiro, a 59-year-old man, is finally facing trial for the brutal murders of his brother, sister-in-law, and their two young children. This case has been dragging on for over seven years, with delays caused by the pandemic and legal battles over evidence. The trial is expected to last until Ma

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Jan 06 2026BUSINESS

King and Queen County's Plan to Fight Flooding and Boost Jobs

King and Queen County is making waves with a new plan to tackle flooding and create jobs. The idea? A business park near the Middle Peninsula Regional Airport. This park would be a hub for companies focused on fighting flooding. It's not just about local issues, though. The goal is to make the Middl

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Jan 06 2026SPORTS

Liverpool's Dilemma: To Buy or Wait for Marc Guehi?

Liverpool has been eyeing Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi for a while now. They almost got him last summer for £35m, but Palace backed out at the last minute. Now, with Guehi's contract running out in six months, Liverpool is thinking hard about making a move. Guehi is a top defender, and Liverpool nee

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Jan 06 2026BUSINESS

H-1B Visa Fee Fight: Courts Speed Up the Process

A recent decision by a U. S. appeals court has accelerated the review of a lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump's new $100, 000 fee for H-1B visas. This fee, introduced last September, is a significant increase from the usual $2, 000 to $5, 000 charged for these visas. The U. S. Chamber of Co

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Jan 06 2026BUSINESS

World Events: A Look at Recent Developments

In recent times, several significant events have shaped the global landscape. Venezuela's political upheaval has drawn attention, with comparisons made to historical events like the fall of the Berlin Wall. The shift in power has sparked discussions about the future of Venezuela's vast oil reserves,

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Jan 06 2026BUSINESS

When a Hoodie Made Waves: How a Company Turned a Surprise into Success

A company called Origin found itself in an unexpected situation. A photo of a well-known figure wearing their hoodie went viral. The CEO, Pete Roberts, had to decide how to respond. At first, he wasn't sure if the photo was real or fake. But it turned out to be real. He thought about the possible b

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Jan 06 2026TECHNOLOGY

How MOBIA is Making AI Work for Businesses and Healthcare

MOBIA Technology Innovations and MOBIA Health Innovations have joined forces to create a new team focused on data and AI. This team, called the Data & AI Enablement Practice, is all about helping companies and healthcare organizations use AI in a smart and responsible way. They want to help these or

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Jan 06 2026BUSINESS

From Local TV to Big Leagues: How Two Friends Built a Sports Media Empire

Two friends, Andrew Carter and Ben Walnick, swapped their steady TV jobs for a risky business venture. They pooled $6, 000 each to start Let It Fly Media, a sports content company. Their goal? To blend the speed of newsrooms with the creativity of agencies. They began by cold-calling companies and

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