In closing remarks, prosecutor says Frank founder lied to JPMorgan Chase to secure $175 million deal
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A prosecutor says a Florida woman engaged in a “brazen fraud” by selling her student aid startup to JPMorgan Chase & Co. for $175 million after dramatically exaggerating its customer base. …
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By LARRY NEUMEISTER
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3/26/25
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Federal judge struggles with scope of relief for fired workers
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A federal judge in Maryland says he will extend a temporary order requiring the Trump administration to bring back federal workers who were fired as the president seeks to dramatically downsize the …
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By BRIAN WITTE
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3/26/25
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Copper prices have soared as the US threatens tariffs on the metal and China boosts its economy
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Copper prices have hit record highs as an ongoing trade war between the U.S. and its key trading partners threatens to squeeze supplies of the vital metal. Buyers in the U.S. have been stocking up on …
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By DAMIAN J. TROISE
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3/26/25
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Florida legislation would relax restrictions on the working hours of teenagers
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A bill that would relax restrictions on working hours for Florida teenagers is moving through the state Legislature amid an ongoing crackdown on illegal immigration. The bill would permit 16- and …
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3/26/25
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Black women's hair products are in the safety spotlight. Here's what to know
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Black women around the world spend hours at a time getting synthetic braids but are wondering if the convenience and fashion benefits are outweighed by potential health hazards. The question follows …
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By KENYA HUNTER
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3/26/25
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Canadian Prime Minister Carney says trade war is hurting Americans, noting consumer confidence
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war is hurting Americans, noting that American consumer confidence is at a multi-year low. Carney also says the kinship …
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By ROB GILLIES
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3/26/25
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How do you encourage others to take more eco-friendly steps in daily life? Some tips
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How do you encourage those around you to recycle, drive less, use less plastic and otherwise live more sustainably? Experts say that leading by example is perhaps the most effective way. Other tips …
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By LEANNE ITALIE
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3/26/25
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Cyprus to fund desalination plants at hotels to reduce impact of water shortages on tourism
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Cyprus says it will make money available to subsidize construction of private desalination plants at hotels on the tourism-reliant island nation as dwindling fresh water reserves in 108 dams are …
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By MENELAOS HADJICOSTIS
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3/26/25
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Supreme Court upholds Biden rule requiring serial numbers and background checks for ghost guns
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The Supreme Court has upheld a Biden administration firearm regulation on nearly impossible-to-trace ghost guns. It requires continued serial numbers, background checks and age verification to buy …
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By LINDSAY WHITEHURST
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3/26/25
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US could run short of money to pay its bills by August without a debt limit deal, CBO says
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The United States is on track to hit its statutory debt ceiling — the so-called X-date when the country runs short of money to pay its bills— as early as August without a deal between lawmakers …
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By FATIMA HUSSEIN
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3/26/25
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UK government halves 2025 growth forecast to 1% and confirms defense spending boost
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The British economy will only grow by 1% this year, half the rate previously anticipated, Treasury chief Rachel Reeves conceded Wednesday in a statement to lawmakers about the state of the public …
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By PAN PYLAS
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3/26/25
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Founders of Black-owned brands adapt their hopes and business plans for a post-DEI era
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The Black creators of some consumers products are rethinking their business plans as major U.S. companies end or water down their diversity, equity and inclusion programs. Big retail chains pursued …
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By ANNE D'INNOCENZIO
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3/26/25
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Leaders of Brazil and Japan stress importance of democracy and free trade
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Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has stressed the importance of free trade and multilateralism and decried threats against democracy as he and Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba …
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By MARI YAMAGUCHI
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3/26/25
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Dollar Tree sells Family Dollar to private equity firms after a decade of trying to find a fit
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Dollar Tree is selling Family Dollar to a pair of private equity firms in a deal worth approximately $1 billion after unsuccessfully trying to incorporate it into its business for a decade. Dollar …
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By MICHELLE CHAPMAN
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3/26/25
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Edmunds: Five best used three-row SUVs for under $30,000
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A three-row SUV is ideal for car shoppers who need extra space for transporting lots of people and plenty of cargo. The best of the breed come loaded with driver aids and the latest in onboard …
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By NICK KURCZEWSKI
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3/26/25
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US adds Chinese tech firms to its export control list, says they sought US knowhow for military use
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The U.S. has added dozens of companies to its export control, including more than 50 based in China that it says sought advanced knowhow in supercomputing, artificial intelligence and quantum …
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By ELAINE KURTENBACH
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3/26/25
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Got your first job? Here are some tax tips for first time filers
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The deadline to file your taxes is less than a month away, and if you’re doing them for the first time, you might be feeling added pressure. Experts say that planning ahead, doing your research and …
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By ADRIANA MORGA
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3/26/25
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Nissan's new CEO says the Japanese automaker will move faster to achieve a turnaround
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The chief-executive-to-be at money-losing Japanese automaker Nissan is determined to speed up the company's decision-making to come up with models that say Nissan _ and really sell. Ivan Espinosa, …
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By YURI KAGEYAMA
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3/26/25
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Renewable energy jumps to new high, powered by China solar boom
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An international agency reports that the installation of renewable energy worldwide hit a record high last year, with 92.5% of all new electricity brought online coming from the sun, wind or other …
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By SETH BORENSTEIN
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3/26/25
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Supreme Court takes up $8 billion phone and internet subsidy for rural and low-income areas
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The Supreme Court is hearing arguments in a major legal fight over the $8 billion a year the federal government spends to subsidize phone and internet services in schools, libraries and rural areas, …
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By MARK SHERMAN
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3/26/25
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