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Aug 19 2025BUSINESS

Home Depot's Sales Slip: What's Next for Prices?

Home Depot's latest financial report shows a slight dip in earnings and revenue. The company made $4. 6 billion, which is a bit less than expected. Their sales also fell short, with $45. 2 billion in revenue compared to the predicted $45. 3 billion. Despite this, it's still an improvement from the f

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Aug 19 2025BUSINESS

Black Beauty Businesses Feel the Pinch from Tariffs

In the world of Black beauty businesses, things are getting tough. Tariffs on hair products from China and Vietnam are causing big problems. Prices are going up, and it's not just the businesses that are feeling the heat. Customers are too. Dajiah Blackshear-Calloway, a salon owner in Smyrna, Georg

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Aug 19 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Giants Team Up to Shape Policy Through New Nonprofit

Big names in the crypto world, like Coinbase, DCG, and Kraken, have joined forces to create a new nonprofit. They call it the American Innovation Project (AIP). Its goal? To teach policymakers about decentralized tech. As a 501(c)(3), AIP won't pay most taxes and its leaders won't be held personally

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Aug 19 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Security: A New Deal on the Table?

A recent meeting between top leaders has sparked discussions about Ukraine's future security. The talks involved U. S. President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and other key figures. A significant point of discussion was the possibility of "Article 5-like" security guarantees for Uk

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Aug 19 2025POLITICS

Xi's Taiwan Plans: What's Trump's Move Mean for Asia?

China's leader, Xi Jinping, is keeping a close eye on how President Trump handles the Russia-Ukraine situation. Why? Because Xi has his own plans for Taiwan. If the West seems weak or unsure about supporting Ukraine, Xi might see this as his chance to make a move. A former U. S. ambassador to NATO,

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Aug 19 2025BUSINESS

Comparing Two Small Finance Companies: Who Comes Out on Top?

Let's dive into the world of finance and compare two small-cap companies: Zhibao Technology and EverQuote. Both are in the finance sector, but they have some key differences that might make one a better investment than the other. First, let's talk about who's backing these companies. EverQuote has

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Aug 19 2025CRYPTO

Circle's Arc: A New Player in the Blockchain Game

Circle is set to launch its Arc blockchain, and it's not waiting around for others to catch up. Right from the start, big players like banks and asset managers will be able to jump in, thanks to a partnership with Fireblocks. This is a big deal because usually, new blockchains have to prove themselv

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Aug 18 2025POLITICS

Trump's Talk with Putin: What Really Happened?

A recent meeting between former U. S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin left many questioning what was actually achieved. The summit, held in Anchorage, Alaska, was expected to bring progress in ending the war in Ukraine. However, it seems not much was settled. Trump and P

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Aug 18 2025WEATHER

Weekend Weather: Heat, Storms, and a Hurricane Watch

The weekend weather forecast is a mix of heat, storms, and a hurricane watch. The day will start off hot and humid, with temperatures climbing into the upper 80s and low 90s. As the day progresses, a cold front will move in, bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms. These storms could pack a pun

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Aug 18 2025WEATHER

Baltimore's Weather: A Week of Changes

Baltimore is in for a wild weather ride this week. It all starts with a scorching Sunday, where the heat index could soar to triple digits. The sun will be out, making it feel even hotter than it actually is. But don't worry, relief is on the way. By Monday, things will cool down a bit. The highs w

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