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Jan 13 2026WEATHER

Chilly Days Ahead: What to Expect in South Carolina

South Carolina is in for a rollercoaster of temperatures this week. After a frosty start to Monday, things will warm up a bit, but not for long. Tuesday morning will be even colder, with temperatures dropping a few more degrees. By Wednesday and Thursday, mornings will be a tad warmer, but the wind

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Jan 12 2026CRYPTO

South Korea Opens Doors to Corporate Crypto Investments After Long Ban

South Korea is making a big change in its crypto rules. After keeping corporations out of crypto for nine years, the Financial Services Commission (FSC) is now letting them in. Big companies and professional investors can now put up to 5% of their money into digital assets. This is a huge shift from

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Jan 11 2026LIFESTYLE

South Jersey's Food and Drink Scene: What's New and What's Gone

South Jersey's food lovers are in for some changes. Costello's Pizzeria, a favorite spot in Historic Smithville's Village Greene, is closing its doors this weekend. This news might make some folks sad, but it's also a chance to explore other places. There are plenty of new spots to try. The area is

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Jan 10 2026BUSINESS

Boston Scientific: A New Chapter in Valencia

Boston Scientific is on the move. The company's neuromodulation division, currently based in Valencia, is relocating to a new spot nearby. This shift is notable because it marks a change in the company's footprint in the area. The new location is the former home of Scorpion, a marketing firm. This

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Jan 09 2026FINANCE

South Korea's Bold Move to Boost Currency Market

South Korea is taking a big step to make its currency market more open. Starting in July, the country will allow trading 24 hours a day. This change is part of a bigger plan to make the Korean won more accessible worldwide. The goal is to attract more investors and increase demand for the currency.

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Jan 09 2026CRYPTO

Who Will Mint the Digital Won?

South Korea is in a pickle over who should be allowed to create a digital version of its currency, the won. The country's central bank wants banks to be in charge, but others think this could stifle competition and innovation. The Bank of Korea argues that banks should control the issuance of won-b

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

Measles Makes a Comeback in South Carolina

South Carolina is facing a serious measles outbreak. The problem started in Spartanburg County, where many people are not vaccinated. This area has seen over 200 cases in recent months, and the numbers keep growing. The outbreak began in a Ukrainian immigrant community. Vaccination rates are low th

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Jan 08 2026POLITICS

South Korea Seeks China's Help to Cool Tensions with North Korea

South Korea's president, Lee Jae Myung, recently visited China. He had important meetings with Chinese leaders. He asked China to help ease tensions with North Korea. Lee believes China can play a big role in this. He thinks China can help restart talks and reduce hostilities. Lee met with China's

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Jan 08 2026POLITICS

Boston's Big Spenders Back Mayor Wu's Inauguration

Boston's Mayor Michelle Wu has some serious financial backing. Her inauguration fund has raked in a cool $1. 2 million, mostly from big names in sports and business. The Boston Red Sox, Whoop Inc. , and the Electrical Industry Labor Management Cooperation Trust each chipped in $50, 000. That's some

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Jan 07 2026WEATHER

Boston's Wild Winds: A Blustery Year in Review

Boston had a rough year in 2025, with winds that seemed to never quit. The city experienced the strongest average wind gusts since records began in 1936, with an average of 30. 6 mph. That's a big jump from the usual 23 mph. In fact, there were 165 days with gusts hitting 30 mph or more. That's a lo

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