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Dec 22 2025FINANCE

Choosing Between Hercules and Trinity Capital: A Smart Investor's Dilemma

Investing in business development companies (BDCs) can be a tricky business. Two names often come up in discussions: Hercules Capital and Trinity Capital. Both offer attractive dividends, but which one is the better pick? Let's break it down. Hercules Capital, often called HTGC, has been around for

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Dec 22 2025BUSINESS

Cannabis Rescheduling: A Step Forward for Science and Economy

The recent executive order to reschedule cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III is a big deal. This move could change the game for the cannabis industry. It might ease some of the financial and regulatory hurdles that have been holding it back. For starters, this change could help with the bankin

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Dec 22 2025BUSINESS

Portland's Housing Crisis: Can Affordable Living Be Fixed?

Portland is facing a big problem with affordable housing. Many people are struggling to find a place to live that they can afford. Ambrose Haynes is one of them. He spent months waiting for help, but it never came. He wanted to live in a place where the rent was not too high, but he couldn't find on

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Dec 22 2025BUSINESS

Honeywell's Stock Takes a Dip: What's Happening?

Honeywell's stock took a hit recently. The company lowered its expectations for the fourth quarter and the full year. This change is due to a new way of organizing its business units, which will start in early 2026. There's also some legal trouble. Honeywell is in talks to settle a lawsuit related

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Dec 22 2025BUSINESS

Big Moves in Big Oil: Chevron's CFO Shares Insights

Chevron, a major player in the energy sector, has been making headlines with its recent acquisition of Hess for a staggering $53 billion. This deal, finalized in July, came after a lengthy legal battle with Exxon Mobil that lasted over 20 months. Now, Chevron is focusing on streamlining its operatio

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Dec 22 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Lending Platform Mutuum Finance Takes Steps Forward

Mutuum Finance, a new player in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space, is making steady progress as it gets ready to launch its first version. The project, which focuses on lending and borrowing, is currently in the final stages of development. It is also undergoing security checks with Halborn Sec

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Dec 22 2025FINANCE

Smart Ways to Save for Retirement: Understanding 401(k)s and Roth IRAs

Retirement planning is crucial, especially since Social Security benefits alone won't cover living expenses. In 2025, the average monthly Social Security check is around $2, 000, which adds up to about $24, 000 a year. This amount is just above the poverty line for a two-person household. To secure

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Dec 22 2025SPORTS

UNC Basketball Climbs Rankings, Eyes Bigger Challenges

UNC basketball is on the rise, making waves in the national polls. They secured a spot at No. 12 in the latest USA TODAY Sports coaches poll after a thrilling one-point victory over Ohio State. This win wasn't just any win—it was their third Quadrant 1 victory, a big deal for their NCAA Tournament s

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Dec 22 2025SPORTS

Chelsea Eyes Brazilian Star: Is Vitor Roque the Right Fit?

Vitor Roque, a 20-year-old Brazilian forward, is making waves in football. He has scored 20 goals this season for Palmeiras, catching the eye of top clubs. His journey has been quite the rollercoaster. Roque began his career in Brazil before moving to Barcelona in 2023. However, his time there was

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Dec 22 2025SPORTS

Sports World Mourns: A Look at Aviation Tragedies

The sports community is in shock after a recent plane crash claimed the life of former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and his family. The incident happened near Statesville, North Carolina, just minutes after takeoff. The plane was heading back to the airport for an emergency landing. Along with Biffle,

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