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Jan 29 2026ENVIRONMENT

Sunbridge Parkway: What's the Plan for the Big Road Change?

Osceola County is planning a major upgrade to Sunbridge Parkway. They want to extend it south to Nova Road. This new road will connect U. S. Highway 192 to State Road 528, also known as the Beachline Expressway. The county is holding public hearings to discuss this plan. There will be a virtual mee

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Jan 29 2026BUSINESS

Starbucks' Global Coffee Adventure: More Stores, More Flavors

Starbucks has big plans to grow its business around the world. The company wants to double its international presence, aiming for 40, 000 stores outside North America. This is a huge goal, but Starbucks is already doing well internationally, with a $8 billion a year business that is growing fast. O

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Jan 29 2026FINANCE

ASML: Can Europe's Tech Titan Keep Soaring or Is a Fall Looming?

ASML, a Dutch company that makes machines for other companies to make chips, has been on a wild ride. Its stock went up and down in one day. First, it hit a new high. Then, it dropped. Why? Investors are worried if ASML can keep up with all the orders it's getting. The company's tools are super impo

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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

Walmart Raises Pharmacy Tech Pay to Boost Health Services

Walmart is stepping up its game in the health care world. The company is now offering higher wages for its pharmacy technicians. This move is part of a bigger plan to make its health and wellness services more appealing. The retail giant wants to stay ahead of the competition. Amazon and CVS are al

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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

Vanguard's Global Growth: A Closer Look

Vanguard, a well-known investment firm, has recently hit a major milestone. They now manage over $1 trillion in assets outside the United States. This is a big deal because it shows how much they've grown in recent years. The company's international assets have doubled in the last five years. This

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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

Vanguard's Global Expansion: A New Era of Low-Cost Investing

Vanguard Group is making big moves outside the U. S. as its international assets hit a huge milestone: $1 trillion. This company manages a massive $12 trillion worldwide, and its CEO, Salim Ramji, sees huge potential in global markets. He believes more people are starting to invest, and Vanguard wan

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Jan 28 2026BUSINESS

New Flooring Shop Opens in Long Valley

A new flooring store has just opened its doors in Long Valley. This is not just any store; it's a place where people have been working together for nearly 30 years. The business, called Washington Flooring, used to be in Washington Borough but has now moved to a new spot at 62 East Mill Road #C6. T

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Jan 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

Quantum Computing Takes Off: D-Wave's Big Moves in Defense and Florida

D-Wave Quantum Inc is making waves in the tech world. They are working with defense companies to create new tools for complex problems. This includes planning for air and missile defense. They teamed up with Davidson Technologies and Anduril Industries. Together, they tested how well their quantum-c

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Jan 28 2026CRIME

The CEO's Luxury Life: A Stark Contrast to Homeless Services

In a shocking turn of events, the head of a Los Angeles charity meant to help the homeless is now facing serious charges. Alexander Soofer, the CEO of Abundant Blessings, is accused of using millions of dollars meant for the homeless to fund his own lavish lifestyle. This includes buying expensive c

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Jan 27 2026BUSINESS

Sparkle and Style: Daniel Diamond Teams Up with CAA

Daniel Diamond, the brand that's all about shiny cowboy hats and fringe jackets, has just teamed up with CAA. This isn't just any fashion brand; it's a Nashville-based company run by two big names in celebrity styling, Daniel Musto and Lani Lupton. They're hoping CAA will help them shine even bright

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