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Jan 09 2026BUSINESS

Plano: The Corporate Magnet of Texas

Plano, a city in Texas, has become a hotspot for big companies. It's like a magnet, pulling in businesses from all over. This trend started in the 1980s. Ross Perot chose Plano for his company, Electronic Data Systems. Since then, many others have followed. AT&T is the latest big name to join. They

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Jan 08 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Pokémon TCG Expansion: New Powerhouses on the Horizon

In the world of Pokémon TCG, fresh faces are about to shake things up. The Mega Evolution—Perfect Order expansion is set to hit shelves on March 27, 2026. This isn't just any expansion; it's packed with over 120 cards, including 25 Trainer cards. But what really catches the eye is the more than 30 P

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Jan 07 2026BUSINESS

Alaska Airlines Takes Off with a Big Boeing Order

Alaska Airlines is making a big move. They just ordered 110 new planes from Boeing. This is a huge deal for them. It shows they are serious about growing. They want to fly to more places, both in the U. S. and around the world. The deal includes five 787 Dreamliners. These are big planes for long t

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Jan 07 2026BUSINESS

Meghan's Business: Is High Stock a Problem or a Plan?

Meghan Markle's brand, As ever, has been under the spotlight lately. A website glitch showed large stock numbers, making some people think sales are slow. But is that really the case? On January 6, the Daily Mail reported that Reddit users found a way to see inventory levels. They saw big numbers l

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Jan 06 2026POLITICS

Taxpayer Money Shouldn't Fund Capitol Rioters, Say Democrats

Senate Democrats are pushing for new laws to stop taxpayer money from going to people who attacked the U. S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. This comes five years after the event. One proposed law would prevent any compensation fund for the rioters. Another law would stop federal money from being used t

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Jan 06 2026EDUCATION

A New Leader Steps Up for Arkansas Schools

A big change is happening in Arkansas schools. Zondria Campbell just got a huge job. She is now the Director of Schools for The Academies of Math and Science (AMS) in Arkansas. This means she will lead the Little Rock campus and help open new schools all over the state. Campbell has spent over 20 y

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Jan 06 2026EDUCATION

Rhode Island's New Pathways to Success

Rhode Island is making moves to give more students a shot at a solid education and future job opportunities. The New England Technical Academy (NETA) is stepping up as a public charter high school, not a money-making venture. It's backed by the New England Institute of Technology, just like the Appr

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Jan 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

Alexa+ Expands: Your AI Helper Now on the Web

Alexa+, Amazon's upgraded AI assistant, is now stepping out of your home and into your web browser. The company has launched a new website, Alexa. com, where users can chat with Alexa+ just like they would with other AI chatbots. Amazon wants Alexa+ to be everywhere, not just in your living room or

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Jan 05 2026HEALTH

Healthcare Mergers: Expanding Reach, Improving Care

A major shift in the healthcare landscape has taken place. Priority Health, a well-known health plan based in Michigan, has taken over Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire, a Wisconsin-based health plan. This move, finalized on January 1, 2026, makes Priority Health a player in four states. It's n

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Jan 05 2026BUSINESS

Powering Up: New Hub in Texas Boosts Data Center Growth

A new logistics hub has just opened in La Porte, Texas, near Houston. This hub is part of LS Cable & System USA's plan to support its growing busduct business. Busduct, also known as busway, is a system that delivers large amounts of electricity safely and efficiently. It's especially useful in data

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