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Mar 12 2026WEATHER

Storm Warning: 60‑mph Winds Threaten South Jersey

A fast‑moving storm is heading east across South Jersey, moving at about 50 miles per hour. The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for west‑central Ocean County. The main danger is wind gusts that could reach 60 miles per hour. The warning covers severa

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Mar 12 2026WEATHER

Warm New Jersey Heat Hits Record, but Short‑Lived

New Jersey felt like spring this week as many towns saw temperatures climb into the 70s and even touch the low 80s. The heat wave started after a day that set a new high for Newark on March 10, when the city reached 82°F—surpassing its previous record of 81°F from 2016. Nearby areas followed suit, w

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Mar 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Versatile Writer’s Final Chapter

Dan Simmons, a 77‑year‑old author who could write across genres, passed away on Feb. 21 in a Colorado hospital after suffering a stroke. He had lived near Denver and was known for producing more than thirty books in science fiction, fantasy, horror, crime, and historical settings. Simmons’ career

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Mar 12 2026FINANCE

Crypto Markets Hold Steady as Inflation Grows

Inflation data released in February shows a modest uptick, matching what many economists had predicted. The consumer price index climbed overall by 0. 2 percent, with food prices up 0. 4 percent and energy surging 0. 6 percent. Housing costs added another 0. 2 percent, while a core measure that stri

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Mar 12 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Prices Swing as Middle East Tensions Rise

The fight between Iran, the United States and Israel is now a big factor in how people trade digital money. When news of attacks comes out, investors quickly move their money around and the value of Bitcoin can jump or fall a lot. When the fighting seemed to calm, Bitcoin rose close to $70, 000.

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Mar 12 2026BUSINESS

Binance Battles Back: A Legal Storm Over Crypto Compliance

Binance has filed a lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal, claiming the paper’s story about the exchange’s handling of $1. 7 billion in illicit transfers is false and damaging. The lawsuit follows a WSJ investigation that said Binance quietly shut down its own probe into the money and let complian

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Mar 12 2026POLITICS

Food Stamps vs. Sweet Treats: A Legal Battle

Food‑stamp users across the United States have filed a lawsuit against the Department of Agriculture, challenging rules that stop them from buying sugary drinks, energy drinks and candy with their benefits. The complaint, filed in a Washington, D. C. , federal court, argues that the restrictions

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Mar 11 2026FINANCE

JPMorgan Cuts Loans to Private Credit Funds Over Software Risk

JPMorgan has tightened its lending rules for private credit groups, trimming the value of certain loans that these funds use as collateral. The bank’s move signals growing caution among traditional lenders toward the fast‑growing private credit market, especially when backing software companies that

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Mar 11 2026SPORTS

Ravens Drop Maxx Crosby, Eyeing New Pass Rusher

The Ravens decided not to trade for Maxx Crosby, a move that could influence their next big signing. This change opens the door for teams to target top defensive players, especially a standout pass rusher who is rumored to be deciding his next destination on Wednesday. Many clubs are watching closel

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Mar 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

Phones Get a Speed Boost by Learning How We Use Them

Google has added a new feature to Android’s core system that lets the software learn from real phone usage. The kernel, which sits at the heart of Android and connects apps to hardware, uses about 40 % of a device’s CPU time. Small changes here can make a noticeable difference in how fast apps

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