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Nov 30 2025CRYPTO

Bitcoin Backed by Smart Money Moves

Strategy's boss, Phong Le, is feeling pretty confident about his company's plans to keep buying bitcoin. He thinks they have more wiggle room than ever to keep adding to their stash. Why? Because they've set up their money situation in a smart way. They've got loans that don't need to be paid back

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Nov 30 2025WEATHER

Chilly Start to December: Minnesota's Frosty Forecast

Minnesota is in for a frosty start to December. The first week is expected to be quite chilly, with temperatures taking a dive. Sunday is off to a breezy start, with some light snow being blown around. The wind will ease up as the day goes on, but the cold will stick around. Overnight, temperatures

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Nov 30 2025WEATHER

Weekend Weather Wild Ride: Rain, Wind, and Snow Ahead for Massachusetts

Massachusetts is gearing up for a rollercoaster of weather this weekend. Things are about to get wet and wild. Rain and strong winds are on the way, with a possible snowstorm looming early next week. Saturday night is going to be chilly. Temperatures will drop to the low 20s. Sunday starts off dry,

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Nov 30 2025WEATHER

Chilly Start to Winter in North Texas

North Texas is experiencing its coldest air of the season. This comes just before the official start of winter. The past few months have been unusually warm. The average temperature was around 73 degrees. This fall might even rank as the second warmest on record for DFW Airport. A strong cold front

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Nov 30 2025BUSINESS

Sacramento's Little Shops Need You This Holiday Season

Small shops in Sacramento are facing tough times. Online shopping and rising prices are making it hard for them to stay open. But there's a special day called Small Business Saturday. It's the day after Black Friday. This is when people can help by shopping at local stores instead of big online ones

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Nov 30 2025BUSINESS

China's Shift: Why Services Are the New Hotspot for Consumer Spending

China's consumer habits are changing fast. People are spending more on services than on physical goods. This shift is big news for businesses, both local and foreign. Experts say this trend is here to stay. Living spaces in China are smaller than in many Western countries. This makes it harder to b

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Nov 30 2025HEALTH

How Smartphones Are Messing with Kids' Minds

A new book takes a hard look at why so many kids today are feeling anxious and down. It points a big finger at smartphones and all that screen time. The idea is that kids aren't getting enough time to just be kids, playing outside and hanging out with friends in real life. Instead, they're glued to

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Nov 30 2025POLITICS

A Shady Deal: Big Money and Big Promises in NYC Politics

Frank Garcia, a well-known Hispanic business leader, found himself in a peculiar situation. He was approached by Irfan Verjee, a CEO of a renewable energy firm, with a surprising offer. Verjee wanted Garcia to raise a significant amount of money in just three days. In return, Garcia would get a job

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Nov 30 2025BUSINESS

Small Businesses in DMV Feel the Squeeze: How Shoppers Can Help

Small businesses in the DMV area are facing tough times. Federal layoffs and economic uncertainty have hit them hard. This year's Small Business Saturday is more crucial than ever. These businesses need support to stay afloat. Tariffs are adding to their problems. Big stores can handle these extra

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Nov 30 2025BUSINESS

The Sweet and Bitter Journey of Wally Amos: A Cookie Legend's Ups and Downs

Wally Amos, the man behind the Famous Amos cookies, had a life full of highs and lows. He started as an Air Force member and became the first Black talent agent at William Morris, representing big names like Paul Simon and Marvin Gaye. But he's most famous for his tiny, crispy chocolate chip cookies

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