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Mar 03 2026TECHNOLOGY

Claude AI Faces Massive Outage as Demand Soars

The chat system called Claude, made by the company Anthropic, stopped working for many people early Monday. The team behind it said they were dealing with an “unprecedented demand” that had built up over the past week. At the height of the problem, almost 2, 000 users reported that Claude’s servi

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Safety Steps After Rising Threats

The U. S. Department of Homeland Security has issued a warning that the danger level is higher now, especially as military actions against Iran continue. The notice tells local police that attackers who act alone and online hackers could try to target American systems. DHS officials say it is unl

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Mar 03 2026OPINION

Community Strength at the Local YMCA

In Maine, people crave places to meet and help each other. The state’s nonprofit groups are key to this feeling of togetherness. They bring in billions for the economy, hire many Mainers, and use volunteers to stretch every dollar. Beyond money, nonprofits nurture kids, keep people healthy, and t

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Mar 03 2026ENVIRONMENT

Connecticut Groups Warn of Air Quality Damage After EPA Cuts Rules

The Environmental Protection Agency recently removed key rules that had protected air quality for almost twenty years. One rule, the 2009 endangerment finding, had helped set limits on greenhouse gases from cars and engines. The new decision also rolls back standards that limit pollution from coal‑p

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Gun Law and Marijuana: A Supreme Court Showdown

The United States Supreme Court is set to decide a case that mixes gun rights, drug use, and federal law. The dispute centers on a rule that makes it illegal for anyone who uses drugs to own a firearm, even if the weapon was bought legally. The case involves Ali Danial Hemani, who has been charged u

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Mar 03 2026OPINION

Palisades Plant: A Delayed Dream with Big Risks

The Palisades nuclear plant, located near Lake Michigan, was shut down in 2022 and is now the focus of a controversial restart plan by Holtec International, a company with no prior operating experience. Holtec hopes to become the first firm to reopen a plant that has been closed for decommissioni

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Mar 02 2026BUSINESS

Phones Locked, Minds Open

A man once felt that the endless buzz of phones was stealing meaning from people. He decided to act, not with speeches but with a gadget: a lockable bag that keeps phones out of sight during times when people should focus, like classes or shows. The device is part of a larger plan that lets schools

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Mar 02 2026POLITICS

Cuba Faces Oil Shortage, Calls for Big Economic Overhaul

The Cuban leader has urged the country to act fast on sweeping changes to its economy and society because oil supplies are running low. During a meeting of top officials, he said the government must immediately work on new plans to reshape how business and local governments operate. The call comes a

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Mar 02 2026FINANCE

High‑Yield BDCs: A Quick Look at the Risks

Business Development Companies, or BDCs, often promise big dividends that can tempt investors looking for steady income. The allure is strong: many BDCs offer returns that beat traditional bonds and some stocks, which makes them seem like a gold mine for retirees or anyone needing cash flow. But

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Mar 02 2026BUSINESS

Lorillard’s $5 Million Tax Refund Fight Falls Short

A New Jersey cigarette company, Lorillard Tobacco Co. , tried to get the Supreme Court to reverse a lower court ruling that denied it about $5 million in business tax refunds. The company’s argument centered on a 2020 change to New Jersey’s add‑back rules. Those rules say that companies must add

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