MARK DEL MONTE

Jun 13 2026POLITICS

Brazil offers cheap loans for delivery drivers to buy bikes

Delivery workers in Brazil can now get easier loans to buy motorcycles. The government wants to help people who deliver food or packages for apps. They can borrow money at lower interest rates than usual. Women get 11. 5% per year, while men pay 12. 5%. Normally, loans in Brazil cost a lot more—arou

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Jun 11 2026HEALTH

Two Decades of Fighting for Healthier Moms and Babies in Delaware

Delaware launched a special group twenty years ago to tackle big issues around pregnancy and early childhood health. This team, still going strong today, was created after people noticed too many mothers and newborns faced serious health challenges. Instead of waiting for problems to grow, leaders d

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Jun 09 2026BUSINESS

The Unchanging Rules of Smart Marketing

Marketing keeps changing with new tech and trends, but some core ideas stay the same. The best strategies still depend on human behavior, not just tools. Trust, real connections, and clear messages matter more than flashy campaigns. Companies that focus on these basics often succeed, while those cha

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Jun 08 2026BUSINESS

Delta Air Lines Eyes New Seat Supplier After Delays

Delta Air Lines Inc. has decided to consider a different seat maker for its new business‑class suites on major U. S. routes because ongoing supply and approval problems have pushed back the launch of its premium cabins. The company, known as the world’s most profitable airline, is now looking at an

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Jun 05 2026POLITICS

Delaware’s 2027 budget: More money for schools, childcare and healthcare

Delaware is getting ready to spend $196 million more than last year to improve education and healthcare. Lawmakers met recently to finalize the budget before the June deadline. Most of this money will go toward schools and childcare, but experts say the plan still has gaps. Childcare workers will s

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Jun 02 2026HEALTH

A Silent Spread of Measles in Delta County

Delta County now faces a new measles case that shows the virus may be moving around without anyone noticing. The child, who never left Colorado and had no known links to other confirmed infections, likely caught it from someone who did not get tested. This lack of tracing means exposed people are le

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May 22 2026BUSINESS

Weather Woes Push Sugar Prices Higher

Market chatter shows sugar costs rising after worries grow that a strong El Niño could dry out key crop areas in Brazil, India and Thailand. Recent data from the International Sugar Organization point to a possible drop in global supply for 2026/27, which could tighten the market. Meanwhile, r

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May 19 2026TECHNOLOGY

Pittsburgh’s quiet rise in the AI hardware race

Mark Cuban’s recent visit to Carnegie Mellon wasn’t just about nostalgia—it was a clear message about where the next big tech wave is heading. The billionaire investor, who left Pennsylvania during its industrial decline decades ago, surprised many by picking Pittsburgh as his top choice for a start

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May 17 2026FINANCE

From Investor to Believer: What Made Mark Cuban Finally See Crypto’s Potential

Mark Cuban wasn’t always a fan of cryptocurrency. Long before his public support, he brushed off early chances to get involved. Coinbase’s co-founder tried reaching out years ago, but Cuban passed on the opportunity. He later admitted he simply didn’t understand the tech well enough at the time. Yea

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May 15 2026HEALTH

Biomarker Tests: Delaware’s New Play for Cancer Care

Delaware faces a new challenge in the fight against cancer, one that could change how patients are treated. The state’s lawmakers are considering a bill that would require health plans, including Medicaid, to cover comprehensive biomarker testing. This test looks at a patient’s cells for clues that

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