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Oct 07 2024FINANCE

Can EVgo's Chargers Boost Stock by 80%?

JPMorgan has some interesting news for investors. They think EVgo, a company that owns and runs fast electric vehicle chargers, might see its stock value jump by nearly 80%. This is due to their unique business model. On Thursday, the firm raised their rating on EVgo's shares from neutral to overwei

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Goodbye to The Continental: A Saugus Favorite Closes After 72 Years

The beloved restaurant, The Continental in Saugus, is saying goodbye after a remarkable run of over seven decades. Known for its mouth-watering steak and seafood dishes, as well as its famous popovers, the eatery has been a staple on Route 1 north of Boston since 1948. The family that owns the resta

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Oct 07 2024TECHNOLOGY

Vintage Cameras and CCD Sensors: Why They're Back in Style

In recent years, something surprising has happened. People, especially young ones, have started to dig out old digital cameras. Not just any cameras, but those with CCD sensors. You might be wondering what's so special about these vintage gadgets. Let's take a step back and understand their story.

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Oct 07 2024TECHNOLOGY

EcoFlow's New Power Solutions: Compact and Quiet

Imagine you're on a camping trip, enjoying the night sky. Suddenly, you need some light or to charge your phone. That's where EcoFlow's new RIVER 3 Series comes in. These are small, efficient power stations that can run light-duty appliances without making much noise. They charge quickly and last a

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

Digital Payments in Agriculture: A Shift Towards Technology

Bushel, a software company that creates tools for the agricultural supply chain, has some interesting findings. Their recent report shows that farmers are moving away from paper checks. Over the last year, there's been a 12% drop in payments made by check. But it's not just about what's decreasing;

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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 2024BUSINESS

Southeast Asia's Rise as a Manufacturing Hub: A Look at the SEA 500 List

The Southeast Asia 500 list has highlighted a significant trend: the region is becoming a major manufacturing hub. The COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical tensions have sped up this transformation. While financial companies top both the U.S. Fortune 500 and SEA 500 lists, Southeast Asia has more ener

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Oct 07 2024FINANCE

Crypto Taxes: The US Treasury Tightens Rules for Traders

Are you a crypto trader? The US government is about to make your life a little different. The Treasury Department and IRS have rolled out new rules that will change how cryptocurrency exchanges operate, especially when it comes to taxes. From now on, if you use a centralized exchange like Coinbase,

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Oct 07 2024FINANCE

Crypto Tax Rules Are Here: What Investors Need to Know

The IRS has finally released their long-awaited tax reporting guidelines for digital assets. This means crypto investors need to get ready, as changes are coming soon. Starting in 2026, brokers will have to report gross proceeds from sales made in 2025 using a new form called 1099-DA. A year later,

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Oct 07 2024HISTORY

Ancient Egyptian Spells: A Window into Everyday Life

Two German scholars from the University of Würzburg have spent the past five years studying texts from Egypt. These were written between the 4th and 12th centuries AD, using materials like papyrus, parchment, paper, and clay shards called "ostraca." The texts were in Coptic, a late form of Egyptian

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