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Apr 13 2026BUSINESS

Podcast Power Play: Two Media Giants Join Forces

Money News Network (MNN) has teamed up with Entrepreneur to spread its popular business shows further. The alliance will help both companies grow their podcast audiences and boost revenue. MNN already pulls in more than 86 million downloads a year, with its listener base growing by over 100% compar

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Apr 12 2026BUSINESS

New Team Gear Shop Coming to Christiana Mall

A sports fan favorite will soon land in Delaware. Later this spring, Rally House—a store packed with jerseys, mugs, and team-themed home goods—will open its first Delaware location inside the Christiana Fashion Center. The spot will replace the old Lands' End store in the same shopping plaza, sittin

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Virginia's Future: Tax Policies Spark Debate Over Business Flight

The debate over Virginia’s economic direction heated up recently as political figures traded jabs over state taxes. A key voice in the conversation came from a former president, who used a social media platform to argue that rising taxes under the current governor could push businesses and wealthy r

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Is Maine’s new budget plan really a smart move?

Maine is facing real struggles right now. High living costs—especially for housing and energy—are squeezing families and businesses alike. Many people have left for other states with lower taxes and better opportunities. Small businesses, which keep local economies alive, are feeling the pinch too.

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Apr 11 2026BUSINESS

Reeves Cake Shop: A Sweet Farewell After Half a Century

The final chapter of Reeves Cake Shop begins this December, ending 50 years of baking that started in 1976. The family bakery, long a local favorite, will close when the children of founder Dolores Reeves reach retirement age. Dolores, 93, began her culinary journey at the tender age of twelve in

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Apr 11 2026BUSINESS

New Mexican Food Spot Set to Open in Medford

A new Mexican grill will soon open its second branch on 495 Riverside Ave. in Medford’s Wellington area, taking over a former Smashburger site that shut down last January after more than ten years. The owners, led by Marycela Rodenzo, have secured a Common Victualler License from the city council, w

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Apr 11 2026BUSINESS

Kuku Smith’s Battle to Keep Her Beauty Store Alive

Kuku Smith stands outside her shop on Georgia Avenue, holding up T‑shirts that cost $25 each. The owner of a small beauty supply store that opened in 2019 is fighting an eviction notice while trying to keep her business running. She says the pandemic hit hard because she had just started and was

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Apr 11 2026CRYPTO

Binance Gives UAE Workers a Choice to Move or Stay

Binance has offered about 1, 000 employees in the United Arab Emirates the chance to relocate temporarily to cities such as Hong Kong, Tokyo, Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok because of growing tensions in the region. The company said it wanted to give staff flexibility while keeping operations smooth, as i

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Apr 11 2026EDUCATION

New Meat Science Hub Opens at Idaho University

A fresh building on the university campus now stands as a tribute to a long‑time teacher and business owner. The 12, 750‑square‑foot center was officially opened last week after a long planning period and a $17. 5 million investment. Nearly three hundred people, including the family of the honoree,

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Apr 11 2026BUSINESS

Big Shake‑up: A Billionaire, a Hollywood Legend and the Future of Music

"Bill Ackman is aiming to buy Universal Music Group for $63. 5 billion, a deal that would bring the former Hollywood talent‑agent Michael Ovitz onto UMG’s board as chairman. Ackman, who has spent recent years investing in tech and other industries, sees this move as a chance to create a diversified

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