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April 16, 2024 4:00 AM

Bitcoin is about to hit an event called the halving — and it may spark a huge rally

Crypto investors are getting excited about an upcoming quadrennial event called the halving that will effectively reduce the supply of new bitcoin in half. Here's what it all means.

by Rafael Nam

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April 15, 2024 5:13 PM

Truth Social shares tumble again. It's making for an incredibly volatile ride

Trump Media & Technology Group fell sharply after saying it was issuing new shares. Trump's stake is still worth billions of dollars, however.

by Rafael Nam

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April 15, 2024 3:00 PM

‘Rust’ armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed sentenced to 18 months in prison

Gutierrez-Reed has been in custody since she was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in March by a New Mexico jury. Her attorney asked for probation and will appeal the case.

by Mandalit del Barco

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April 15, 2024 12:36 PM

Why Nike’s new Olympic track uniform for women is stirring controversy

One of the options for women runners is a bodysuit that is noticeably cut high on the hips. Critics say the outfit looks uncomfortable, revealing — and problematic.

by Juliana Kim

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April 15, 2024 4:00 AM

Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store will become even larger with new location

The iconic yellow barn on Highway 169 will be razed as Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store moves less than a mile away from St. Lawrence Township to Jordan.

by Regina Medina

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April 14, 2024 8:15 AM

News organizations urge Biden and Trump to commit to presidential debates during the 2024 campaign

Twelve news organizations have issued a joint statement calling on presumptive presidential nominees Joe Biden and Donald Trump to agree to debates during the White House campaign. The organizations say the “rich tradition” that's been part of every general election campaign since 1976 is more important than ever during what they call “this polarized time.”

by The Associated Press

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April 12, 2024 3:42 PM

Florida blocks heat protections for workers right before summer

Miami-Dade County had proposed rules that would give workers breaks, water, and shade when it’s too hot. But a new state law prevents cities and counties from doing that.

by Alejandra Borunda

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April 12, 2024 1:24 PM

The Forever Stamp just went up in price. How does the U.S. cost compare globally?

U.S. stamps just had their sixth price hike since 2021. In raw numbers, only four countries in a recent study of 31 developed nations had cheaper stamps than the U.S.

by Bill Chappell

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April 12, 2024 9:02 AM

Two tribal nations sue social media companies over Native youth suicides

The Spirit Lake Tribe in North Dakota and the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin are accusing social media companies of contributing to high rates of suicides that disproportionately affect Native American youth.

by The Associated Press

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April 12, 2024 8:30 AM

‘Look what you made me do’: Minnesota lawmakers pass proposals to crack down on ticket, junk fees

The Minnesota House of Representatives advanced two measures — inspired by Taylor Swift — to crack down on the add-on fees for everything from concert tickets to hotel rooms and restaurant bills.

by Dana Ferguson and Clay Masters

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Business and Economic News

Bitcoin is about to hit an event called the halving — and it may spark a huge rally

Truth Social shares tumble again. It's making for an incredibly volatile ride

‘Rust’ armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed sentenced to 18 months in prison

Why Nike’s new Olympic track uniform for women is stirring controversy

Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store will become even larger with new location

News organizations urge Biden and Trump to commit to presidential debates during the 2024 campaign

Florida blocks heat protections for workers right before summer

The Forever Stamp just went up in price. How does the U.S. cost compare globally?

Two tribal nations sue social media companies over Native youth suicides

‘Look what you made me do’: Minnesota lawmakers pass proposals to crack down on ticket, junk fees

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