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Stocks Brace for Fed Talk and Tech Earnings Show

July 24, 2026

The U. S. market is gearing up for a week of tension as the Federal Reserve’s next meeting could hint at how long interest rates will stay high. Oil prices have jumped, pushing fears that the Fed might need to raise rates more aggressively to tame inflation, which remains above its 2 % goal. Wall St

politics

Joe Manchin Launches New Independent Campaign

July 24, 2026

Manchin, now 78, is stepping back into politics after a break. He has started the Independent Leadership Council to help people run as independents across America. The council’s goal is not to form a new party. Instead it wants candidates who can vote with Democrats or Republicans when it m

health

Maximizing Health: A Balanced View

July 24, 2026

The buzz around “maxxing”—boosting sleep, diet or fertility to the extreme—has spread through social media. It started in gaming where players tweak character stats, then moved to online fitness circles and even fringe groups. Now many influencers push ideas like drinking cherry juice for better s

crypto

Goldman Sachs Stands Alone: Backing Crypto Clarity Bill

July 24, 2026

A leading Wall Street bank has taken a stand that could shake up the industry’s stance on digital money. Goldman Sachs’ top executive has publicly supported a new bill that would give most crypto activities legal status in the United States. The proposed law would treat most digital tokens as non‑se

business

New Daily Shampoo Promises Bigger, Fuller Hair

July 24, 2026

Zenagen has introduced a new shampoo called Zenergy that claims to give hair more volume and strength with everyday use. The product focuses on the scalp, which many people ignore when washing their hair. By refreshing the skin beneath the strands, it aims to make hair look thicker over time.

entertainment

Revamped Cinderia Gives Players a Fresh Battle Experience

July 24, 2026

Cinderia, the dark‑fantasy roguelike action game from MyACG Studio and NPC Entertainment, has rolled out its first major update since entering Early Access. The new patch, called Isdra V0. 6. 10, focuses on making the game easier for newcomers while giving veterans deeper combat options. The update

finance

Town Board Plans New Equipment Lease and Youth Grant

July 24, 2026

The Madison Finance Board will meet early Monday morning via Zoom to discuss several key budget items. First, the board will look at a change to its five‑year lease with First American that would let the town buy a new 2026 John Deere 544P Tier wheel loader and other gear. The move would also give F

business

New Toy Store Brings Magic Back to Times Square

July 24, 2026

A big new shop will open on West 42nd Street, a block that used to be known for crime and adult entertainment. The store is called House of Spells, and it sells toys and collectibles from popular fantasy series like Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, and Game of Thrones. It will start selling on July

technology

Choosing the Right Base for Proxmox Containers: Ubuntu or Debian?

July 24, 2026

When you create a new LXC in Proxmox, the first question is which Linux distribution to use. Many people recommend Debian because Proxmox itself runs on it, so the container’s user space feels very familiar. However, Ubuntu LTS is often the better choice for most setups. Ubuntu LTS pulls in a large

politics

Learning About Islam in Connecticut Schools: A Debate

July 24, 2026

Connecticut recently signed a law that lets school districts add lessons about Islam and Arab culture to their curriculum. The rule does not force schools to teach it, but the state will supply ready‑made lesson plans for those who want them. Some lawmakers worry that including a religion in publ