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Jan 20 2026BUSINESS

India's MRPL Seeks New Oil Sources

India's MRPL, a government-owned oil refinery, is looking for new oil suppliers. They have a big refinery in Karnataka that processes 500, 000 barrels of oil every day. About 40% of the fuel they make is sent to other countries. MRPL is not buying oil from Russia right now. They say they follow all

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Jan 20 2026BUSINESS

Ola Electric: New Finance Chief Takes the Wheel

Ola Electric, a major player in India's electric two-wheeler market, has a new leader in charge of its money matters. Deepak Rastogi is stepping in as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), starting January 20. He's coming from Puravankara, where he was the top finance guy. This move comes after Har

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Jan 19 2026BUSINESS

Rhode Island's New Life Science Labs: A Game Changer for Local Innovation

Rhode Island is buzzing with excitement as its first life science incubator labs, Ocean State Labs, gear up to open their doors in Providence. This development marks a significant milestone for the state, offering a much-needed boost to its life science sector. The labs, located at 150 Richmond St.

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Jan 19 2026BUSINESS

Miami's Wynwood: A New Hotspot for Big Investors

A major deal just went down in Miami's Wynwood area. Ken Griffin, a big name in the finance world, teamed up with Goldman Properties to snag a huge office building for a cool $180 million. This isn't just any building—it's a 10-story beast with nearly 400, 000 square feet of space. Griffin's move in

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Jan 19 2026TECHNOLOGY

OpenAI and Cerebras Team Up for AI Power Boost

OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has just made a huge deal with Cerebras Systems. They will use Cerebras' special chips to get more computing power. This deal is worth over $10 billion and will last for three years. OpenAI needs this power because they have over 900 million users every week. They

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Minneapolis Somali Businesses Feel the Heat

In the heart of Minneapolis, a usually bustling hub of Somali businesses now echoes with silence. Karmel Mall, home to over a hundred shops, is seeing fewer customers and more closed signs. The reason? Fear. Fear of immigration raids, fear of being targeted, and fear of the unknown. The Somali comm

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Jan 18 2026BUSINESS

Midtown Manhattan's Hidden Beachy Lunch Spot

In the heart of bustling Midtown Manhattan, there's a restaurant that feels like a tropical escape. Tommy Bahama on 45th Street and 5th Avenue is a popular spot for business lunches. It's close to many big company offices, like JPMorgan and Bank of America. The restaurant has a beach house vibe with

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Jan 18 2026BUSINESS

A Family's Journey: From Brooklyn to Staten Island, Building a Beauty Empire

Anne and Frank Bennett have been shaping lives and hairstyles on Staten Island for decades. Their story begins in Brooklyn, where they met as teens and discovered a shared passion for beauty. Frank, originally a carpenter, found his calling in hair coloring, while Anne, a natural artist, thrived in

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Jan 18 2026BUSINESS

Ravenna's Chamber of Commerce Boosts Local Business Dreams

Ravenna's Chamber of Commerce is stepping up its game to support local entrepreneurs. The Business Launchpad, a program designed to help new businesses take off, has already seen success with its first venture, E. T. C. Sports. Now, it's gearing up for its second business, The Record Arsenal, set to

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Jan 18 2026BUSINESS

Charleston's Union Pier: The End of an Era for Cruise Ships

The time is running out for cruise ships in Charleston. By July 4, 2026, the last cruise ship will leave Union Pier. This is a big change for a place that has seen cruise ships since the 1930s. The Oceania Vista will be the last ship to dock at Union Pier. It will arrive on July 4, 2026, after a lo

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