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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Boosting Access: A New Bank for Malaysia’s Underserved

Imagine a bank that reaches out to those who often get left behind. That's what Boost Bank is doing! Created by Axiata Group Berhad and Boost, this digital bank has teamed up with RHB Banking Group to make financial services more accessible. They’re focusing on safety measures against unauthorized a

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Oct 07 2024ENVIRONMENT

Indonesia's Shift to Solar: A New Dawn for Energy Independence

For years, coal has been the king of Indonesia's energy scene. But times are changing, and solar power is stepping into the spotlight. The country is sitting on a goldmine of sunshine that could help it ditch its coal addiction and fight climate change. Enter AC Ventures, a firm that's betting big o

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Oct 07 2024CRIME

Habitat for Humanity's Ex-Finance Director Pleads Guilty to COVID Fund Misuse

The former Finance Director of Habitat for Humanity in Central South Carolina, Ashley Clark Ingram, has admitted to embezzling over $388,000 meant for COVID-19 relief. This misappropriation of funds was discovered through an internal investigation conducted by the organization after she left her pos

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Oct 07 2024EDUCATION

Parents and Teachers Join Forces to Keep Schools Safe

In Baton Rouge, parents of students at Belaire High School came together after two alarming incidents. First, an unloaded .45 pistol was found in a student's locker. Then, deputies caught a man with a rifle near the school and firing it into the ground. These events prompted parents to say, "Enough

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Oct 07 2024CRIME

City Efforts to Cut Crime: How San Antonio and Baltimore Are Trying

Crime reduction is top of mind for cities like San Antonio and Baltimore, which are rolling out multi-step plans aimed at high-crime areas and individuals who drive a lot of violence. The idea is simple but effective: get different city departments and social service groups to work together, fix iss

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Vote for Stacy Hall: A New Voice for Fairfax

Meet Stacy Hall, a candidate running for the Fairfax City Council. She believes that what matters most is not which political party you belong to, but what's best for the city. Stacy is interested in your thoughts as a neighbor, not your party affiliation. She was the first to speak at a recent meet

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Oct 07 2024CRIME

Shocking Embezzlement: Habitat for Humanity's Finance Director Steals Over $500K

Imagine trusting someone to handle your money and then finding out they've taken half a million dollars for themselves. That's exactly what happened at Habitat for Humanity of Central South Carolina. Ashley Clark Ingram, who was the director of finance and operations, pleaded guilty to stealing gove

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Boston's New Vibe: Liquor Licenses for Underserved Neighborhoods

This summer, businesses in Boston like Cool Shade in Dorchester are buzzing with activity. They're not just dishing out jerk chicken and plantains, but also looking at a big opportunity—new liquor licenses. The Massachusetts State House has given Boston 225 licenses to spread across 13 neighborhoods

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Sweet Treats Invade Downtown Elgin: Crepes and More on the Menu!

In downtown Elgin, a new dessert haven called Stop n Dip has just opened its doors. This isn't your ordinary ice cream shop—it's offering a unique mix of crepes, fruit kabobs, and gelato that's catching everyone's attention. Co-owners Mohanned Alali and Belal Baninaser decided to bring something fre

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Dock Builders Extend Helping Hands to Hurricane Victims

In the small town of Chapin, South Carolina, two men who usually build docks and decks for Lake Murray decided to do something different. Rick Weber and Kenny Pike, owners of 360 Dock and Deck LLC, saw the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. They felt a strong urge to help, so

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