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Mar 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

High‑Net Worth Families Bet Big on AI Startups

Family offices, the investment arms of wealthy individuals and families, are putting more money into AI companies than ever before. Even after a brief scare about an AI bubble, these investors stayed confident and poured capital into new ventures. Last month, Emerson Collective—run by Laurene Powel

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Feb 28 2026POLITICS

Aid Workers Face New Barriers in Gaza and West Bank

The pause by an Israeli court comes just before a deadline that would shut down 37 well‑known aid groups. The move threatens to cut off vital supplies for people in Gaza, where over two million depend on food, water and medical care. In the West Bank, charities have been helping Palestinians displac

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Feb 26 2026CRYPTO

WebN Group Shuts Doors After Helping Startups Grow

The blockchain incubator founded by billionaire Alan Howard has closed, ending a few years of support for new crypto companies. The studio had funded several projects such as tokenization firm Libre (now KAIO), staking shop Twinstake, infrastructure provider TruFin, and privacy‑focused startup Geome

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Feb 15 2026BUSINESS

A Luggage Dream That Fell Flat

The seventh season of the popular business show came in 2015, and among the hopefuls was a pair who called their suitcase “Trunkster. ” The idea was simple: a bag that rolls up and down, has a USB port, can be tracked with GPS, and even weighs itself. It was expensive – about $500 – but the founders

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Feb 12 2026BUSINESS

AI and Leaders: Who’s Really in Charge?

In today’s fast‑moving work world, computers can write emails, design sites and sift through data faster than any human. They help teams finish tasks quicker and cut costs. But when it comes to setting goals, reading emotions, or making tough calls, only people can step up. That is why leaders still

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Jan 26 2026BUSINESS

New Mexico's Unique Startup Boost: Ski Lift Pitch

In the heart of New Mexico, a unique event is giving startups a chance to shine. Ski Lift Pitch, part of CNM Ingenuity's venture capital competitions, has been a game-changer for many entrepreneurs. The event, held at Taos Ski Valley, offers a creative way for startups to pitch their ideas to invest

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Jan 24 2026SPORTS

South Carolina's Surprising Loss: A Lesson in Basketball

South Carolina's women's basketball team faced a tough defeat against Oklahoma, ranking 16th. Coach Dawn Staley pointed out that the loss was due to Oklahoma's strong will to win. The Gamecocks had a chance to secure the game in the final seconds, but a missed pass led to overtime. In overtime, Okl

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Jan 23 2026BUSINESS

Banks and Fintechs Join Forces: A $5. 15 Billion Game Changer

Capital One's acquisition of Brex for $5. 15 billion is a big deal. It shows that banks are now realizing they can't ignore fintech companies. These fintech startups are growing fast and becoming very important. They offer services that banks want to have. Fintech companies are getting a lot of mon

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Jan 21 2026SPORTS

City's Big Night Out Turns Into a Nightmare

In a shocking turn of events, Manchester City faced a humiliating defeat against Bodø/Glimt, a small Norwegian club. The match took place in Bodø, a town known for its fishing industry and a population of around 55, 000. This defeat is one of the most unexpected in the history of the Champions Leagu

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Jan 17 2026HEALTH

Measles Cases Rise: What's Going On?

Measles is making a comeback. This is a big deal because it's a very contagious disease. It can be serious, especially for young kids. Experts are worried because the number of cases is going up. They think this might be because some people are not getting vaccinated. Vaccines are a hot topic right

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