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Mar 21 2026BUSINESS

Passaic Eyes More Money From Cannabis Factory

The city of Passaic has a rule that stops shops selling weed, but it is ready to let more factories make the product. The council has signed a second letter that supports a company called Integrity One Alternative Care, which wants to build a plant inside Passaic. The firm still needs the state’s fi

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Mar 21 2026ENVIRONMENT

Assessing the Legacy of an Old Aluminum Smelter

The last step in figuring out how much damage the former Columbia Falls smelter has caused to nature is now ready. A plan written by state and federal agencies, the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, and other partners will examine the site again and decide how to repair or pay for long‑term h

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Mar 20 2026BUSINESS

American Airlines Stay Calm While Fuel Costs Soar

The war in the Middle East has pushed jet fuel prices to almost double, yet many U. S. airlines keep their eyes on the prize. At a recent industry meeting, United’s boss said the company could cover the extra fuel bill and even raise fares a bit. He pointed out that bookings in the past week were up

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Mar 20 2026BUSINESS

Beachwood Place Faces a New Future After Saks Leaves

The loss of its flagship luxury shop has shaken Beachwood Place, a mall that opened in 1978 with a single high‑end anchor: Saks Fifth Avenue. That store had defined the mall’s style, giving shoppers a reason to dress up just for a visit. Now, with only 13 Saks stores left in the country, Northeast O

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Mar 20 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Fame: A Quick Blink in the Digital Age

The idea that a star’s glory lasts only fifteen minutes is old news, yet it still feels true when we look at today’s pop culture. People who once ruled the airwaves now juggle TikTok dances, podcast shows, and even AI‑generated performances after death. Fame is no longer a single flash; it’s a serie

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Mar 20 2026BUSINESS

Rebooting Denim: How One Brand Turned Back the Clock

True Religion’s comeback began when its new CEO, Michael Buckley, took the helm in 2019 after the company was emerging from bankruptcy. He saw that the old ways—selling pricey jeans in luxury department stores and targeting high‑income shoppers—were no longer working. The brand’s sales had stalled,

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Mar 20 2026SCIENCE

Mystery Lights in New York Sky: What Is Really Happening?

A video filmed over Queens shows three bright lights moving in a triangle. The clip lasts 18 seconds and ends with the lights disappearing suddenly. Witnesses say the motion is too precise for any known aircraft. The camera operator, who also flies drones, thinks ordinary planes or hobbyist robots

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Mar 20 2026FINANCE

What Germany plans to do about high gas prices

German leaders disagree on how to handle rising fuel costs tied to global tensions. One idea from the Finance Ministry suggests taxing oil companies that are making extra profits while regular drivers pay more. The money from this could help families who spend a big chunk of their income on commutin

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Mar 19 2026HEALTH

Older‑Age Shoulder Tears: What to Do

The problem of torn shoulder tendons that can’t be fixed is getting more common as people grow older. When someone has pain or weakness, doctors usually start with a solid six‑month plan of targeted exercise. Many patients feel better with this approach, so it is the first choice in treatment.

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Mar 19 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Lawyers, Lyrics and a Raid: The Story Behind Afroman’s Court Victory

A former rap star, now a courtroom hero, won a lawsuit that tested how far artists can go when they criticize police. Seven deputies from Ohio sued him after he released videos that used his own home‑security footage to mock a raid on his house. The case became a showdown over free speech and the li

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