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Apr 05 2026BUSINESS

New Businesses Get Green Lights in Local Licensing Update

A fresh batch of entrepreneurs has crossed the finish line, receiving official business licenses that allow them to operate legally across a variety of sectors. The latest approvals include a hair salon, a jewelry shop, a bookkeeping service, and several other enterprises ranging from medical specia

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Apr 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

China’s Private Tech Companies Offer Live Tracking of U. S. Forces in Iran Conflict

Private firms in China are using satellite images and AI to provide what they say is real‑time information on U. S. troops involved in the war against Iran. One startup, Jingan Technology, announced that its “Jinqi” system could intercept radio chatter and track the paths of four B‑2A Spirit bombers

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Apr 05 2026BUSINESS

A Lifetime of Hands-On Craftsmanship Keeps One Plating Shop Shining

Fifty years ago, a teenager in Sterling discovered a side hustle that would outlast his school years—and his factory job. Gary Schultz started by building a plating machine in his dad’s garage to customize parts for his motorcycle project. Friends took notice and asked him to plate their parts too.

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Apr 05 2026BUSINESS

Florida’s Business Boom: Why Companies Are Trading New York and California for the Sunshine State

In 2026, Florida is seeing a steady stream of major companies leaving states with high taxes and strict regulations behind. Why? The state offers something simple but powerful: lower costs, business-friendly rules, and a lifestyle that attracts both companies and employees. Tech and finance firms a

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Apr 04 2026BUSINESS

StarLux’s New A350‑1000: A Fresh Take on Long‑Haul Business Class

StarLux Airlines is making a bold move with its newest Airbus A350‑1000s, aiming to set a new standard for premium travel. The carrier has already received 18 of the aircraft and is using them as its flagship long‑haul model. By adding more business‑class seats—40 instead of the 26 found on its olde

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Apr 04 2026POLITICS

Chinese Firms Sell Detailed U. S. Military Moves Amid Iran Conflict

In the early weeks of the conflict in Iran, a surge of posts on both Western and Chinese social media began to surface. These posts offered an in‑depth look at U. S. military assets, from the location of bases to the routes taken by carrier groups and even step‑by‑step plans for aircraft launching s

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Apr 04 2026BUSINESS

New Food and Fun Spots Coming to Biddeford

Biddeford is getting a mix of new restaurants and entertainment venues. A fast‑food chain that sells chicken sandwiches will replace an old Italian restaurant on a downtown lot. The site, once home to Olive Garden, was torn down last year and is ready for a fresh building. Chick‑fil‑A has already re

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Apr 04 2026BUSINESS

Reno’s Small Shops Face a Credit Card Crunch

The growth of Northern Nevada has been driven by local inventiveness and the ability to reach customers quickly. But a new federal bill could slow that progress. The Credit Card Competition Act would change the rules for how card payments are routed. Supporters say it will cut fees, but experts war

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Apr 04 2026SCIENCE

Tiny Lights from a Salted Heat Trick

Scientists discovered that heating and salting two hard‑to‑treat bacteria can make them glow. Instead of complex machines, the team simply soaked the microbes in warm salty water for a short period. One bacterium, Ralstonia pseudosolanacearum, began to emit light after just a minute in the sol

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Apr 04 2026BUSINESS

Black Businesses Struggle as Texas Changes Rules, While Big Names Push Forward

Texas recently changed how it certifies minority-owned businesses, leaving over 15, 000 companies in limbo overnight. Before the change, these businesses could compete for state contracts worth billions. Now, most have lost their certification, forcing them to start from scratch. The shift came thro

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