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Jun 10 2026TECHNOLOGY

Silicon Valley’s Tech Voice Joins NATO Talks in Ankara

Dean Fealk, a partner at the global law firm DLA Piper, will travel to Ankara in July as part of a delegation representing Silicon Valley at the NATO summit. The meeting will address rising tensions with Iran and Ukraine, new cyber threats, and how emerging tech can be used for defense. Fealk’s pres

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Jun 09 2026BUSINESS

The Unchanging Rules of Smart Marketing

Marketing keeps changing with new tech and trends, but some core ideas stay the same. The best strategies still depend on human behavior, not just tools. Trust, real connections, and clear messages matter more than flashy campaigns. Companies that focus on these basics often succeed, while those cha

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Jun 07 2026HEALTH

Free cancer advice changes lives for patients in Florida

Dean never expected to find a life-threatening tumor during a nap. The former biotech worker woke up in pain and discovered three fast-growing cancers in her breasts. Standard treatment suggested chemotherapy, but a nonprofit oncology service stepped in and changed her path. After reviewing her reco

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May 22 2026BUSINESS

Weather Woes Push Sugar Prices Higher

Market chatter shows sugar costs rising after worries grow that a strong El Niño could dry out key crop areas in Brazil, India and Thailand. Recent data from the International Sugar Organization point to a possible drop in global supply for 2026/27, which could tighten the market. Meanwhile, r

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May 19 2026TECHNOLOGY

Pittsburgh’s quiet rise in the AI hardware race

Mark Cuban’s recent visit to Carnegie Mellon wasn’t just about nostalgia—it was a clear message about where the next big tech wave is heading. The billionaire investor, who left Pennsylvania during its industrial decline decades ago, surprised many by picking Pittsburgh as his top choice for a start

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May 17 2026FINANCE

From Investor to Believer: What Made Mark Cuban Finally See Crypto’s Potential

Mark Cuban wasn’t always a fan of cryptocurrency. Long before his public support, he brushed off early chances to get involved. Coinbase’s co-founder tried reaching out years ago, but Cuban passed on the opportunity. He later admitted he simply didn’t understand the tech well enough at the time. Yea

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May 05 2026FINANCE

What’s Next for Natural Gas as Seasons Shift?

Market watchers often get caught up in dramatic headlines about energy prices, but natural gas doesn’t always follow the crowd. While traders might panic when weather reports flash "unexpected cold, " the bigger picture often stays the same. Right now, supplies are plentiful, and history shows that

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Apr 29 2026FINANCE

Global Markets React to Oil Surge and Mixed Stock Movements

Markets around the world showed a split picture today. While most major stock indices moved only slightly, oil prices jumped over three percent, driven by worries about the ongoing conflict in Iran and its impact on the Strait of Hormuz. In the United States, futures for the S&P 500 and the Dow Jon

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Apr 15 2026RELIGION

Mark Wahlberg’s Gentle Approach to Faith and Family

Mark Wahlberg talks about how he shares his Catholic faith with his kids without pushing them. He says the key is to be a good example, not an authority. When his daughter Grace turned 16 and had her First Communion, he was proud. The actor believes a communion is more than a ceremony; it’s

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Apr 11 2026EDUCATION

A New Chapter for Olin’s Innovation Leader

Markus Baer, who heads executive education and teaches about how people behave in groups at Olin Business School, was named the Knight Family Professor on February 18. The ceremony happened in the Charles F. Knight Center, a building that already carries the Knights’ name. Baer shared that this tit

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