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Mar 23 2026POLITICS

Senate Moves Closer to Approving New Homeland Security Chief

The U. S. Senate just took a big step toward confirming a new leader for the Department of Homeland Security. On Sunday, lawmakers voted 54 to 37 to end debate on the appointment, which means a final decision could happen as early as Monday. If approved, the nominee—Republican Senator Markwayne Mull

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Mar 22 2026POLITICS

Governors Lose Power to Pick College Trustees

The New Mexico Legislature has passed a draft change to the state Constitution that would cut the governor’s direct role in choosing members for university governing boards. The proposal, called House Joint Resolution 1, would let the Legislature set up nominating committees that guide the governor’

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Mar 22 2026POLITICS

College Boards Fight to Keep Learning Affordable

The people who run Portland Community College’s board are looking at a tough problem: the college is spending more than it earns, and that gap keeps growing. They say they care a lot about the school’s job of opening doors for people in the community, but that caring comes with a hard look at money.

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Mar 22 2026BUSINESS

AI Turns Adobe’s Finance Into a Smart Lab

Adobe’s chief financial officer has reshaped the company’s money‑handling team into a high‑tech laboratory, using artificial intelligence to speed up and sharpen every step. The new system blends strict data rules with smart algorithms, letting finance, IT, and security share a single leader so new

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Mar 21 2026POLITICS

The Hidden Costs of Montana’s State Budget

Montana’s budget reveals more than the numbers on paper. The state spends a lot of money, but much of it goes into long‑term debts that will hurt future generations. Many people think the budget is balanced, yet hidden lines show otherwise. The state’s debt has grown steadily. When lawmake

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Mar 21 2026TECHNOLOGY

Apple’s iPhone Sales Surge in China Amid Market Decline

Apple has achieved a remarkable 23 % increase in iPhone sales across China during the first nine weeks of 2026, a stark contrast to the overall market downturn that saw smartphone purchases drop by about 4 %. The growth is largely attributed to strategic pricing and the inclusion of the iPhone 17 in

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Mar 21 2026HEALTH

A Close Look at Chicken Pox in Winnetka Schools

Health officials confirmed a chicken pox case at Crow Island School in Winnetka, Illinois. The announcement came in a letter sent home to parents. Most kids already have protection thanks to vaccines or past infections. But if a child hasn’t been vaccinated or caught chicken pox before, they might s

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Mar 20 2026FINANCE

Choosing the Right Cloud Accounting System for Big Companies

Large businesses need a single cloud platform that can handle all their financial work, from bookkeeping to compliance. The best options let you manage several subsidiaries at once, automate routine tasks, and show live data so leaders can act fast. When picking a system, start by listing the must‑

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Mar 20 2026BUSINESS

Older Entrepreneurs: Turning Late‑Life Passion into a Strong Retirement Plan

People in their fifties and beyond are stepping into business ownership more than ever. The rise of the “Founder” label on professional networks has surged, especially after 2022, as layoffs and economic shifts push workers to seek freedom outside traditional employment. Many older adults face the c

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Mar 20 2026CRIME

Cash Moves: How a Lawyer Explained Big Withdrawals

The lawyer for the late financier spoke before Congress, saying his client needed large amounts of cash to keep many homes running. He mentioned houses in New York, Florida, New Mexico, Paris and the U. S. Virgin Islands. The money was used for things like repairs, daily supplies, gifts and fuel for

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