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Russia Gains and Loses as Trump’s Actions Shift Global Power

March 6, 2026

The United States has recently intensified its military campaign against Iran, a move that has had mixed results for Russia. On one hand, higher prices for oil and gas have helped Moscow’s economy, while the country also promotes itself as a reliable source of energy for other nations. Additionally,

politics

US War on Iran Costs Billions in First Days

March 6, 2026

The United States has spent about $3. 7 billion in the first 100 hours of its attack on Iran, a study says. That averages nearly $900 million each day. Most of the money goes to buying weapons, not to running the war itself. The research was done by a Washington think‑tank that looks at defense issu

politics

Closed Meetings Block Budget Cuts in Elmhurst

March 6, 2026

Elmhurst’s finance committee, tasked with trimming the city budget, has spent most of its time in private sessions. Since late January, about two‑thirds of the committee’s hours have been closed to the public. In total, members met privately for roughly three and a half hours while only two hours we

finance

Flutter Entertainment Still Looks Good to Analysts

March 6, 2026

Jefferies analyst James Wheatcroft kept his “Buy” recommendation for Flutter Entertainment, setting a target of $210. 00 in a new report. The analyst focuses on the consumer‑cyclical market, covering companies such as Entain plc and The Gym. According to a data service, Wheatcroft’s past picks earne

opinion

Oil: Alaska’s Lifeline – Don’t Let It Fade Like Timber

March 6, 2026

The timber boom that once kept Alaskan towns alive has slipped into history, a slow decline driven by layers of rules and dwindling money. That story shows how easy it is for a vital industry to disappear when policy turns heavy and investment dries up. Oil, however, is the engine that keeps Alas

business

Funerals: When Grief Meets Business

March 6, 2026

People who lose a loved one often turn to the funeral industry for help. In Italy, studies show that families face many choices about how to honor their dead. Some of these decisions feel emotional, while others feel commercial. The first step is to decide what kind of service to buy. Families weig

business

Grand Haven Eatery Shuts Its Doors After a Short Reboot

March 6, 2026

The Paisley Pig, which had been part of Grand Haven’s dining scene for nine years, will close its doors on March 29. The owners, Josh and Katie Sandberg, posted the news on Facebook after a brief attempt to revive the restaurant. They explained that rising wages and food prices have made it im

environment

Oregon Legislature Stalls on Climate Bills While Some Rollbacks Pass

March 6, 2026

The short session in Oregon saw most climate‑focused proposals stalled, leaving the state’s clean‑energy plans largely unchanged. A key idea that would have let the state tap a “Climate Superfund” to cover wildfire and heat damage never left committee, missing another chance to hold big polluters ac

finance

Jiuzi’s New Cash Boost Could Shift Its Crypto Game

March 6, 2026

Jiuzi Holdings saw its shares climb sharply after announcing a fresh $80 million deal. The move comes as the company plans to enter the crypto‑asset arena, a sector that is still finding its footing. The investor will buy 40 million ordinary shares at $2 each, giving Jiuzi a sizable cash injectio

finance

California Pension Funds and the Crypto Connection

March 6, 2026

The two biggest public pension plans in California, CalPERS and CalSTRS, have found themselves tied to the world of digital money. They haven’t bought any Bitcoin directly; instead, they hold shares in companies that are closely linked to the crypto market. The biggest names on their balance sheets