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Kate Middleton's Health Crisis: What We Know So Far

October 4, 2024

Recently, there's been a lot of talk about the health of Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales. She had some planned surgery on her tummy at The London Clinic earlier this year. While she's back home now, things weren’t always smooth sailing. In fact, there were times when her life was in real dange

environment

Eating Greener: Kingston's Plantiful October

October 4, 2024

Have you ever thought about what you eat? Not just the taste, but how it affects your body and our planet. That’s what Kingston is focusing on this October with a series of events called "Plantiful". It's all about switching to plant-based foods for personal health and environmental sustainability.

politics

The Hidden Costs of Local Election Funding

October 4, 2024

Local election funding, designed to prevent corruption, has instead become a goldmine for politicians and their teams. The system matches public funds with citizen donations at an 8-to-1 ratio, making it extremely lucrative. For example, a $250 donation can get up to $4,250 in matching funds! This s

business

Microsoft's AI Spending Surge: What Investors Need to Know

October 4, 2024

As investors gear up for Microsoft’s upcoming earnings report, they’re zooming in on one big number: finance leases. This means Microsoft pays for assets like data centers over many years instead of all at once. For a company racing to boost its AI capabilities, these agreements are crucial. In July

lifestyle

"The Invite Mix-up: What Happened?"

October 4, 2024

Last week, an invitation for a fundraising event caused quite a stir. The event, "South Boston for Mayor Michelle Wu," was set to take place at Amrheins restaurant on West Broadway from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. It listed Gregory Lally as part of the host committee. But here's where thing

politics

Trump's September Donations: Small Amounts, Big Support

October 4, 2024

Last month, former President Trump’s campaign team gathered a whopping $160 million in donations. That’s a lot of money! The interesting part? Nearly all of it came from small contributions. We're talking about 96% of the total donations being under $200 each. That shows there are many people who be

politics

Fairfield's Board Member Calls It Quits After Five Years

October 4, 2024

Jack Testani, a Republican member of Fairfield's Board of Finance, surprised everyone by announcing his resignation during Tuesday's meeting. He'd been on the board since 2019 and served diligently until personal issues cropped up. "I apologize for missing meetings recently," he said, not going into

finance

Prepare Your Wallet: How Elections Shape Your Finances

October 4, 2024

The election is fast approaching, and that means financial decisions can get tricky. No one likes uncertainty, but experts suggest being proactive about your money now can make a big difference later. Why? Because elections change taxes and how the government spends cash. These changes affect e

finance

Revamping TV Finance: Lessons from Indie Films

October 4, 2024

The television industry is in a state of change. Traditional ways of funding shows through broadcasters and distributors aren't as dependable as they used to be. So, what are TV professionals doing? They’re looking for new financing methods that have worked well in the indie film world. At Iberseri

business

The Oakland Coliseum Sale: A Rollercoaster Ride

October 4, 2024

Selling a massive property like the Oakland Coliseum isn't straightforward. The city and the African American Sports and Entertainment Group (AASEG) have been trying to seal a deal for months, but things keep shifting. Recently, AASEG agreed to pay most of the money in two large chunks instead of sm