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May 22 2026BUSINESS

Tech firm snaps up empty Silicon Valley office at a bargain

A Silicon Valley electronics company recently bought a large, empty office building in San Jose for about $18. 8 million—roughly a quarter less than what lenders had estimated it was worth. The 78, 200-square-foot property at 5729 Fontanoso Way had been sitting unused for years after a biotech start

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May 02 2026POLITICS

A Local Government's Big Move Before a Tax Talk

Just before a heated discussion on property taxes kicks off, a county made a surprising financial decision. Officials agreed to buy the local water system from a nearby river basin. This purchase isn't just about pipes and pumps. It’s a move that could shake up how the county handles its resources a

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Apr 27 2026BUSINESS

Share Buyback Signals New Growth Phase for Racing Game Company

A racing game developer has just repurchased nearly a million shares of its own stock, buying 904, 395 Class A shares from Driven Lifestyle Group LLC at $4. 11 each. The price was based on the average of the last five days’ closing prices, a figure that the company feels reflects its recent shift to

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Apr 02 2026EDUCATION

St. Xavier Secures 16‑Acre Campus for Future Growth

St. Xavier High School has bought a 16‑acre plot south of its current grounds for $7. 2 million, turning the former Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science site into a temporary office hub while its own buildings undergo renovation. The new location at 645 W. North Bend Road in Finneytown will host

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Mar 30 2026TECHNOLOGY

CEO’s Stock Move Sparks Rally for Palo Alto Amid AI Concerns

Palo Alto Networks shares jumped after the company’s chief executive, Nikesh Arora, bought more than sixty‑eight thousand shares—his first purchase in over four years. The move was reported in an SEC filing and is worth roughly ten million dollars, a signal that investors are feeling optimistic abou

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Mar 25 2026BUSINESS

Virtual stars: what makes fans buy?

More companies are betting on digital personalities to push products. At first glance, it sounds futuristic—animated faces, synthetic voices, and storylines made to order. But the real question isn’t how new this idea is, but how well it actually works. Researchers tested three big levers that migh

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Mar 20 2026HEALTH

A Quiet Escape: How a Birthday Plan Turned Tragic

A 29‑year‑old accountant, single and carrying a history of personal struggles, had planned a small celebration for himself. He bought a large helium tank online, the same kind used to lift party balloons, and told his friends he was hosting a birthday bash at home. The purchase was deliberate; searc

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Feb 24 2026CELEBRITIES

New Home, New Chapter for Reality Star

A reality TV personality and his partner just spent almost a million dollars on a brand‑new home in Chatham Village. The property, which they highlighted on social media, offers five bedrooms and five bathrooms across 4, 455 square feet. Inside, a two‑story family room features a tiled fireplace and

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Jan 23 2026CRYPTO

Strive's Big Bitcoin Bet: A Closer Look

Strive, a financial firm launched in 2022, is aiming to gather up to $150 million by selling special shares called Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock, labeled SATA. This money will be used to pay off some of its debts and buy more Bitcoin. The company has a subsidiary called Semler Sc

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Jan 19 2026BUSINESS

Is This 2006 Subaru Impreza Worth Its Price Tag?

The 2006 Subaru Impreza wagon is a practical choice for those seeking reliability and simplicity. This particular model, priced at $5, 500, has been well-maintained and comes with a clean title. It features a 2. 5-liter flat-four engine, a five-speed manual transmission, and Subaru's renowned all-wh

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