finance
Most Taxpayers Still Need to File State Returns, But Some Can Opt Out
Not everyone needs to file 2025 state taxes, but most do. Here's what taxpayers need to know about the evolving state tax landscape.
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health
Wellness Trends in 2026: What's Worth Keeping and What's Just Hype
As the wellness industry expands, separating genuine health breakthroughs from passing fads is key. We examine which 2026 trends are worth keeping and which are just hype.
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finance
Stocks Waver After Blockbuster Jobs Report Saps Rate Cut Hopes
Wall Street stocks wavered as a blockbuster January jobs report dampened expectations for imminent Fed rate cuts, with tech and finance stocks taking the brunt of the selling.
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fashion
New York Fashion Week's Biggest Celebrity Moments
From Lana Del Rey to Olivia Munn, the front rows at New York Fashion Week were packed with A-list celebrities eager to catch a glimpse of the latest runway trends.
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entertainment
Highguard Developer Layoffs Signal Trouble for Live-Service Games
Highguard developer Wildlight Entertainment has confirmed layoffs, signaling trouble for the game's ambitious live-service model and raising questions about the viability of this approach in the...
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gardening
The Beginner-Friendly Houseplant Transforming Homes
Forget the fussy ferns - the resilient snake plant is the ultimate beginner-friendly houseplant that can transform any space with its air-purifying powers.
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fashion
CFDA and OpenAI Unveil Fashion Innovation Hub to Drive Industry Transformation
The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) and OpenAI have joined forces to launch a groundbreaking Fashion Innovation Hub, harnessing the power of AI to revolutionize the fashion industry.
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finance
Holiday Hangover: December Retail Sales Disappoint as Spending Stalls
December retail sales data revealed a disappointing reality: consumer spending stalled, falling well short of estimates and raising concerns about the broader health of the economy.
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worldNews
WMU's Chinese Studies Guest Lecture Series Sparks Discourse on East-West Dialogue
WMU's Chinese Studies Guest Lecture Series is fostering critical dialogue on China-West relations, challenging assumptions and promoting mutual understanding.
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worldNews
Putin's Forces Close In on Strategic Ukraine City as 'Last Battles' Rage
Putin's forces are closing in on the strategic city of Bakhmut in eastern Ukraine, with both sides describing the battles there as the "last battles" of the war. The fate of the entire Donbas...
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health
Biotech Breakthroughs Shine in 2025 Despite Turbulent Times
Amidst a turbulent year, biotech breakthroughs in gene therapy, neurodegenerative disease, and more offered new hope to patients in 2025.
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tech
Draft Decision Rejects Taranaki Seabed Mining Plan
In a major setback for mining firm Trans-Tasman Resources, a draft decision has rejected its application to extract minerals from the seabed off New Zealand's Taranaki coast, citing unacceptable...
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worldPolitics
Bangladesh's High-Stakes Vote: Reform, Power Shifts, and an Uncertain Future
Bangladesh's February 2026 election and referendum on constitutional reforms are set to determine the country's political trajectory, with high stakes for regional dynamics.
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fashion
Versace Enlists Pieter Mulier & Nike ACG Reintroduced as Performance Line
Versace taps renowned designer Pieter Mulier as its new Creative Director, while Nike relaunches its ACG line as a dedicated performance brand - a one-two punch that signals the future of fashion.
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fashion
The Ugly Truth Behind Fast Fashion's Cheap Prices
The fashion industry's relentless pursuit of profits has come at a devastating cost to the environment and the workers who make our clothes. But a reckoning is coming, as consumers and governments...
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fashion
The Tops That Will Make Your Outfits Timeless in 2026
The top trends that will ensure your outfits stay stylish and timeless in 2026, according to fashion experts.
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sports
NFL MVP Stafford Shines, NBA Trade Deadline Shakes Up Landscape
Matthew Stafford's MVP triumph and the NBA trade deadline frenzy have captivated the sports world, with far-reaching implications for the future of the NFL and NBA.
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sports
DraftKings and Crypto.com Partner on Player Prop Bets, Reshaping Sports Betting
DraftKings and Crypto.com have teamed up to offer a new breed of player prop bets, leveraging blockchain technology and prediction markets to provide sports fans with a more transparent and...
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health
Wellness Trends in 2026: A Shift Towards Connection and Restoration
The wellness trends set to dominate in 2026 signal a stark contrast to recent years, with a renewed focus on connection, restoration, and a more holistic understanding of well-being.
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tech
The Periodic Table That Could Revolutionize AI Design
Researchers have unveiled a revolutionary "periodic table" framework for AI that could accelerate innovation and make multimodal systems more efficient.
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