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Community Rallies For 3 Mass Women Found Dead In Belize; Families Question Official Story Community Rallies For 3 Mass Women Found Dead In Belize; Families Question Official Story
Community Rallies For 3 Mass Women Found Dead In Belize; Families Question Official Story Hundreds of people turned out for a memorial service for three Massachusetts women who were found dead in a beachfront resort over the weekend in the Central American nation of Belize. The women — Wafae El Arar, Imane Mallah, and Kaoutar Naqqad — are all from Revere, in their mid-20s, and of Moroccan descent. They had flown to what was supposed to be a vacation paradise to celebrate Wafae’s 26th birthday but were found dead on Saturday, Feb. 22, according to Boston 25. As news spread of their deaths, Revere, the Moroccan community, and strangers from around the globe offered words of sympat…

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by Josh Lanier
News
7 Planets To Align This Week: Here's When To Watch 7 Planets To Align This Week: Here's When To Watch
7 Planets To Align This Week: Here's When To Watch Skywatchers will have an exceptional opportunity to witness a rare celestial event known as a "planet parade." This phenomenon will showcase all seven planets of our solar system, excluding Earth, in a unique alignment on Friday, Feb. 28.  The next chance to observe this type of alignment won’t come until the mid-2030s. Although the term "planet parade" is not scientific, it informally describes the simultaneous visibility of multiple planets arranged along a line in the sky, as explained by NASA.  Unlike stars, which appear fixed, planets can shift positions due to their proximi…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Egg Prices Now Expected To Rise Twice As High As Earlier Projections In 2025 Egg Prices Now Expected To Rise Twice As High As Earlier Projections In 2025
Egg Prices Now Expected To Rise Twice As High As Earlier Projections In 2025 Egg prices are now expected to jump in price in 2025 by more than double earlier projections. Initial estimates by the USDA predicted a 20-percent increase just a month ago. With a nationwide shortage due to bird flu which has reduced egg-layer flocks and egg production, a 41-percent increase is now expected this year, the USDA says. The price of a dozen eggs, at around $5 on average, is up nearly 100 percent from last year. About 18.8 million commercial egg layers were affected by the bird flu in January, the highest monthly total since the outbreak began in 2022, the USDA said.  …

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by Joe Lombardi
News
Gulf Of America Or Mexico? Call It Whatever You Want Thanks To This Online Platform Gulf Of America Or Mexico? Call It Whatever You Want Thanks To This Online Platform
Gulf Of America Or Mexico? Call It Whatever You Want Thanks To This Online Platform After President Donald Trump’s executive order to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America, most major mapping services, including Google and Apple Maps, have complied.  But one platform is pushing back in a unique way — by letting users name the gulf themselves. While renaming geographical landmarks has long been a political flashpoint, this latest directive has sparked widespread debate about who controls digital mapping and the narratives they shape. MapQuest, the self-proclaimed "OG of online mapping," has refused to adopt the White House’s mandated change and instead laun…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
New Winter Storm Will Bring Mixed Precipitation To Northeast: Here's Latest New Winter Storm Will Bring Mixed Precipitation To Northeast: Here's Latest
New Winter Storm Will Bring Mixed Precipitation To Northeast: Here's Latest A new winter storm will bring widespread rain along with sleet and some snow in areas in the Northeast. The system will move from west to east starting Wednesday night, Feb. 26 with precipitation continuing at times on Thursday, Feb. 27, according to the National Weather Service. It will arrive after several days with above-average temperatures. For a look at precipitation types by region, see the image above from AccuWeather. Most locations will see about a quarter-inch of rain before the storm winds down Thursday afternoon. After the storm pushes out, the month with close out …

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Are You Running A Local Business? The Team At Daily Voice Wants To Help Are You Running A Local Business? The Team At Daily Voice Wants To Help
Are You Running A Local Business? The Team At Daily Voice Wants To Help More than ever, success in business is determined by reach in your community. Daily Voice provides a direct line of communication to your neighbors. Whether you’re a new business or an experienced marketer, we want to work with you. Our products make it easy to reach local customers. Our team of experts can fit any budget. We’re your trusted source for news and information. We also want to be your trusted partner in advertising. Reach out whenever you're ready—we'll be here.

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by Daily Voice
Lifestyle
Winning Numbers For Tuesday, Feb. 25 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $181M Jackpot Winning Numbers For Tuesday, Feb. 25 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $181M Jackpot
Winning Numbers For Tuesday, Feb. 25 'Mega Millions' Drawing With Estimated $181M Jackpot The winning numbers have been announced for the Tuesday Mega Millions drawing with a rapidly rising jackpot. The winning numbers have been announced for the Tuesday, Feb. 25 Mega Millions drawing. The estimated jackpot is $181 million, with an estimated cash option of $84.5 million. The winning numbers for Tuesday's drawing are: 04-08--32-52 with a Mega Ball of 13 and a Megaplier of 2X. MegaMillions If no winner wins the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 28.  Lottery players have a …

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by Zak Failla
News
3 American Women Found Dead At Well-Known Vacation Resort 3 American Women Found Dead At Well-Known Vacation Resort
3 American Women Found Dead At Well-Known Vacation Resort Three women from the United States have been found dead at a popular vacation destination. Their bodies were discovered in their room at a luxurious resort in Belize, on the north-eastern coast of Central America, by hotel staff who used a master key to get inside after the trio had not responded to housekeeping over the weekend, according to authorities. Update: Families Of Women Found Dead In Hotel Question Narrative Of Their Deaths The women, all in their mid-20s, identified as Wafae El Arar, Imane Mallah and Kaoutar Naqqad, are from just south of Boston, in Revere, Massachusetts…

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by Joe Lombardi
Politics
Trump Strikes Deal With Ukraine For Rare Earth Minerals Trump Strikes Deal With Ukraine For Rare Earth Minerals
Trump Strikes Deal With Ukraine For Rare Earth Minerals The Trump Administration has successfully negotiated an agreement with Ukraine regarding the development of the nation’s rare earth mineral resources.  The move is anticipated to strengthen diplomatic ties and pave the way for a long-term US security commitment amid Ukraine’s ongoing, three-year-old war with Russia. It's also seen as a form of reimbursement for the hundreds of billions of dollars of assistance and weapons the United States has provided to Ukraine. This significant development was initially reported by Ukrainska Pravda and the Financial Times late Tuesday afternoo…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
The Sweet Story of Pączki at Market 32 & Price Chopper The Sweet Story of Pączki at Market 32 & Price Chopper
The Sweet Story of Pączki at Market 32 & Price Chopper When it comes to celebrating traditions with food, few treats bring people together like paczki. For those of you who are not aware, paczki are pillowy Polish pastries which have been around for centuries. Here at Market 32 & Price Chopper, we’ve made it our mission to carry on that tradition—not just by offering paczki, but by making sure we have the best paczki in town. A Little History Behind the Pastry Paczki (pronounced pohnch-kee) are more than just donuts; they are a delicious slice of history. These rich, deep-fried delights date back to the Middle Ages in Poland, where they wer…

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New Haven's Famous Seal Gets Bobblehead, Raising Money For Marine Life Rescue New Haven's Famous Seal Gets Bobblehead, Raising Money For Marine Life Rescue
New Haven's Famous Seal Gets Bobblehead, Raising Money For Marine Life Rescue A Long Island Sound celebrity with flippers has been immortalized with a special kind of collectible. The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum has created a bobblehead for "Chappy," the baby seal found on a New Haven road. Police spotted the five-week-old male near the intersection of Chapel and East streets on Sunday, Feb. 16. The Milwaukee museum will donate 10 percent of the proceeds from every Chappy bobblehead to the Mystic Aquarium, which is helping the gray seal recover. "We're excited to unveil the first bobblehead featuring the now-famous New Haven seal," mus…

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by Chris Spiker
News
Mugshots, Criminal History Released For UPMC Memorial Shooter Diogenes Archangel-Ortiz Mugshots, Criminal History Released For UPMC Memorial Shooter Diogenes Archangel-Ortiz
Mugshots, Criminal History Released For Upmc Memorial Shooter Diogenes Archangel-Ortiz Officials have released mugshots and new details about Diogenes Archangel-Ortiz, the gunman who stormed into UPMC Memorial Hospital, took ICU staff hostage, and shot multiple people—including slain West York Borough Officer Andrew Duarte. Shooter’s Criminal Background Uncovered Court records reveal that Archangel-Ortiz had a violent history, including a 2016 domestic assault where he struck his girlfriend in the head with a wine glass while intoxicated. October 2016 – Neighbors called police after hearing Archangel-Ortiz yell “I’m going to kill you b***” before attacking his then-girlfri…

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by Jillian Pikora
Politics
21 Resign From Elon Musk's DOGE Saying They Refuse To 'Dismantle Critical Public Services' 21 Resign From Elon Musk's DOGE Saying They Refuse To 'Dismantle Critical Public Services'
21 Resign From Elon Musk's Doge Saying They Refuse To 'Dismantle Critical Public Services' A mass resignation has struck the newly created Department of Government Efficiency
 (DOGE), overseen by billionaire Elon Musk.  “We will not use our skills as technologists to compromise core government systems, jeopardize Americans’ sensitive data, or dismantle critical public services," the group of 21 employees said in a letter addressed to White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, according to the Wall Street Journal. The workers reportedly includes product managers, engineers, and data scientists. The development comes amid a wave of legal challenges aimed at halting or …

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by Joe Lombardi
News
Close Call: Southwest Plane Nearly Collides With Private Jet Close Call: Southwest Plane Nearly Collides With Private Jet
Close Call: Southwest Plane Nearly Collides With Private Jet A Southwest Airlines plane and a private jet were involved in a near miss at Chicago Midway International Airport on Tuesday morning, Feb. 25.  The incident required the Southwest flight crew to execute a go-around to avert a potential collision.
 According to Southwest Airlines, Flight 2504 successfully landed at the airport after avoiding the other aircraft on the runway.  INCIDENT: Southwest #WN2504 (Boeing 737-800 N8517F) in near miss 1448UTC/0848CST today @ Chicago/Midway as FlexJet #LXJ560 (Challenger 350) crosses Runway 31C.ATC Audio (skip to 18min): https://t.co/e6OVal…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Recession Fears Rise As Consumer Confidence Sees Steepest Drop Since 2021 Recession Fears Rise As Consumer Confidence Sees Steepest Drop Since 2021
Recession Fears Rise As Consumer Confidence Sees Steepest Drop Since 2021 Consumer confidence took its biggest dive in more than three years, adding to growing concerns over inflation, job security, and the broader economy — as Americans grapple with high prices and uncertain financial conditions. The Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index fell 7.0 points in February to 98.3, the nonprofit business research group said on Tuesday, Feb, 25. That marks the metric's steepest monthly decline since August 2021. The Expectations Index also dropped 9.3 points to 72.9. That number gauges consumers' outlook on jobs, income, and business conditions. Fo…

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by Chris Spiker
Sports
Skating Stars To Honor DC Plane Crash Victims, Support Families With Tribute Show Skating Stars To Honor DC Plane Crash Victims, Support Families With Tribute Show
Skating Stars To Honor DC Plane Crash Victims, Support Families With Tribute Show A star-studded lineup of figure skating icons will perform in a tribute show honoring the 67 people killed in the plane crash over the Potomac River in Washington, DC. "Legacy On Ice" will be held at Capital One Arena at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Mar. 2. Several Olympic and world champions will skate at the fundraiser, including Brian Boitano, Nathan Chen, Peggy Fleming, Nancy Kerrigan, and Johnny Weir. The two-hour program will blend live performances and storytelling, recognizing the victims and their families after the crash on Wednesday, Jan. 29. An American Airlin…

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by Chris Spiker
Police & Fire
UVA Lockdown: Cops Search For Career Criminal (UPDATED) UVA Lockdown: Cops Search For Career Criminal (UPDATED)
UVA Lockdown: Cops Search For Career Criminal (Updated) Students and staff at the University of Virginia have been advised to shelter in place as police search for a wanted suspect with a reported criminal past. At around 9 a.m. on Tuesday morning, an alert was issued by UVA Police amid a search for a suspect later identified as Nyheem Hill in the Alderman area. UVA Emergency Alert: Police looking for suspect, area of Alderman Rd, Blk male 6'4 wearing a grey hoodie. Avoid area, shelter in place. If seen call 911. — UVA Police Division (@UVAPolice) February 25, 2025 According to police, Hill fled from a traffic stop, has a known criminal his…

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by Zak Failla
Business
Joann Going Out of Business After 80+ Years, Closing All Stores Following Bankruptcy Auction Joann Going Out of Business After 80+ Years, Closing All Stores Following Bankruptcy Auction
Joann Going Out of Business After 80+ Years, Closing All Stores Following Bankruptcy Auction Joann will shut down all of its 800 locations, ending more than 80 years of selling fabrics and craft supplies. Joann announced the winning bidders at a bankruptcy auction plan to begin going-out-of-business sales at every store, the company said. At its height, the crafts chain had about 850 stores in every state but Hawaii. Financial services company GA Group, in partnership with the prepetition term loan agent, acquired Joann's assets at the auction. "Joann leadership, our board, advisors and legal partners made every possible effort to pursue a more favorable outcome that wou…

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by Chris Spiker
Weather
Here's Timing For Quick-Moving Storm That Will Sweep Through Northeast Here's Timing For Quick-Moving Storm That Will Sweep Through Northeast
Here's Timing For Quick-Moving Storm That Will Sweep Through Northeast A quick-moving storm will sweep through the Northeast bringing widespread rainfall with sleet in some areas farthest inland. The system will move from west to east starting Wednesday night, Feb. 26 with precipitation continuing at times on Thursday, Feb. 27, according to the National Weather Service. The system will come after a stretch of days with above-average temperatures. "The weather pattern will become more topsy-turvy as the week progresses, replacing the warm weather with stormier conditions," AccuWeather says. For a look at precipitation types by region, see the image above…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
New Coronavirus Resembling COVID-19 Discovered In Bats In China New Coronavirus Resembling COVID-19 Discovered In Bats In China
New Coronavirus Resembling Covid-19 Discovered In Bats In China A coronavirus similar to SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, has been discovered in bats in China. Lab studies at the Wuhan Institute of Virology in China show it may have the potential to infect humans. The HKU5-CoV-2 virus resembles COVID because it targets the same human receptor, angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE2), according to research published in the scientific journal Cell. The virus doesn't enter human cells as easily as COVID, the researchers said. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said on Monday, Feb. 24 that there is no reason to believe…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
These States Seeing Highest Rates As Flu Hospitalizations Spike Amid Worst Season In Years These States Seeing Highest Rates As Flu Hospitalizations Spike Amid Worst Season In Years
These States Seeing Highest Rates As Flu Hospitalizations Spike Amid Worst Season In Years The flu is surging across the United States, reaching its highest severity in 15 years. Overcrowded hospitals, long ER wait times, and visitor restrictions have made this one of the worst flu seasons in recent history. In early February, flu-related doctor visits and hospitalizations hit their highest levels since the 2009 swine flu pandemic, according to the CDC. The agency reports that at least 33 million Americans have already been sickened during the 2024–2025 flu season. Key Figures  (as of Feb. Friday, 21, per CDC estimates): 33 million illnesses 430,000 hospitalizations 19,00…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
Winning Numbers For Monday, Feb. 24 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $230M Jackpot Winning Numbers For Monday, Feb. 24 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $230M Jackpot
Winning Numbers For Monday, Feb. 24 Powerball Drawing With Estimated $230M Jackpot The winning numbers have been announced for the Monday, Feb. 24 Powerball drawing. The estimated jackpot is $230 million with a $105.2 million cash option after no jackpot was claimed. If no winner claims the top prize, the jackpot will continue to roll until the next drawing at 10:59 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 26. The winning numbers for Monday's drawing were 10-11-34-59687 with a Powerball of 14 and the Power Play was 3X. Lottery players have a 1 in 292,201,338 chance of winning a Powerball jackpot by matching all five balls plus the Powerball, according to officia…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Slain Officer’s Final Wish Revealed As Funeral Plans Announced After Hospital Shooting Slain Officer’s Final Wish Revealed As Funeral Plans Announced After Hospital Shooting
Slain Officer’s Final Wish Revealed As Funeral Plans Announced After Hospital Shooting West York Borough Police Officer Andrew Duarte will be laid to rest this week after he was killed in the line of duty during a mass shooting at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York County on Saturday, Feb, 22. His family, fellow officers, and an outpouring of community support are ensuring his legacy of service and sacrifice is never forgotten. Funeral Service Details Duarte’s funeral will take place on Friday, Feb. 28, at 1:00 p.m. at Living Word Community Church, 2530 Cape Horn Road, Red Lion, PA. Due to high attendance expectations, seating arrangements are as follows: Seating inside the c…

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by Jillian Pikora
News
Alec Baldwin Threatens Trump Impersonator Over On-Set Shooting Joke: 'I'd Snap Your F-ing Neck' Alec Baldwin Threatens Trump Impersonator Over On-Set Shooting Joke: 'I'd Snap Your F-ing Neck'
Alec Baldwin Threatens Trump Impersonator Over On-Set Shooting Joke: 'I'd Snap Your F-ing Neck' Actor Alec Baldwin didn’t take kindly to a comedian’s goading over the on-set shooting that killed his friend and cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. The 66-year-old Baldwin could be heard threatening comedian Jason Scoop, a stand-up comedian and YouTuber known for his impressions of President Donald Trump, who joked about the incident in a tense video uploaded Monday, Feb. 24. In the clip, Scoop–while impersonating Trump–approaches Baldwin as he loads luggage into an SUV and mockingly offers him a pardon for “murdering” Hutchins if Baldwin kisses his ring. “Kiss the ring, Alec. Kiss the big…

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by Michael Mashburn
Business
Egg Inflation Hits Denny's: Customers Face New Surcharge At Some Locations Egg Inflation Hits Denny's: Customers Face New Surcharge At Some Locations
Egg Inflation Hits Denny's: Customers Face New Surcharge At Some Locations Soaring egg prices are scrambling the Denny's menu. Denny's is adding a surcharge to meals containing eggs, a company spokesperson confirmed to the Daily Voice on Monday, Feb. 24. The diner chain cited skyrocketing costs fueled by the bird flu outbreak. The company said some locations will temporarily implement the surcharge due to rising egg prices, though the exact amount and which restaurants are affected will vary. "Due to the nationwide egg shortage and increased cost of eggs, some of our restaurant locations will need to temporarily add a surcharge to every meal that includes eg…

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by Chris Spiker
Politics
Right-Wing Podcaster Dan Bongino Named FBI Deputy Director Right-Wing Podcaster Dan Bongino Named FBI Deputy Director
Right-Wing Podcaster Dan Bongino Named FBI Deputy Director Popular right-wing podcaster - and staunch Trump supporter - Dan Bongino has been named as the FBI deputy director in a surprise move. The former Secret Service agent who went on to become an instructor in Maryland, earned a master's degree from Queens College and an MBA at Penn State University. He will serve under recently appointed FBI Director Kash Patel, overseeing the day-to-day operations of the agency's dozens of field offices. "Great news for Law Enforcement and American Justice! Dan Bongino, a man of incredible love and passion for our Country, has just been named the next DEPUTY…

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by Zak Failla
News
Kim Kardashian Sued: Star Mistakenly ID'd Man's Photo As Death Row Inmate Kim Kardashian Sued: Star Mistakenly ID'd Man's Photo As Death Row Inmate
Kim Kardashian Sued: Star Mistakenly ID'd Man's Photo As Death Row Inmate Reality TV star and business mogul Kim Kardashian is facing a lawsuit over allegations that she falsely identified a New York man as a convicted murderer on Instagram, causing him serious emotional distress. Westchester County resident Ivan Cantu filed the lawsuit against the celebrity on Thursday, Feb. 20, alleging that Kardashian wrongfully posted his photo on Instagram to her 350 million followers, claiming he was a convicted murderer on death row, according to New York-based Sobo & Sobo Personal Injury Attorneys.  The case includes six counts, including libel, slander…

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by Ben Crnic
News
11 Dead In Listeria Outbreak Linked To Frozen Shakes 11 Dead In Listeria Outbreak Linked To Frozen Shakes
11 Dead In Listeria Outbreak Linked To Frozen Shakes Frozen shakes are being recalled due to a Listeria outbreak that has caused 11 deaths and sickened dozens more, the Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said. The products under the brand names Lyons ReadyCare and Sysco Imperial were sold to institutional settings such as long-term care facilities and hospitals and distributed throughout the nation in 4-ounce cartons. For a rundown of recalled products, item numbers and best-by dates, check this link from the FDA. Click here to view product labels. States reporting cases connected to this outbreak include: Alabama California Color…

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by Joe Lombardi
News
Lester Holt Stepping Down As NBC Nightly News Anchor Lester Holt Stepping Down As NBC Nightly News Anchor
Lester Holt Stepping Down As NBC Nightly News Anchor Lester Holt, the esteemed anchor and managing editor of NBC Nightly News, has just announced he will step down from the long-running broadcast after a 10-year tenure. The 65-year-old Holt said Monday morning, Feb. 24 that he will leave his post at the beginning of the summer and transition to a full-time role at Dateline, where he has served as principal anchor for nearly 15 years. NBC News has not yet name Holt’s successor. Holt’s tenure at Nightly News began in June 2015, following eight years of steering weekend editions and co-anchoring Weekend TODAY for 12 years.  Holt, who join…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Starbucks Slashing 1,100 Corporate Jobs In Major Company Shake-Up Starbucks Slashing 1,100 Corporate Jobs In Major Company Shake-Up
Starbucks Slashing 1,100 Corporate Jobs In Major Company Shake-Up Starbucks is cutting 1,100 corporate jobs as part of a sweeping restructuring plan designed to simplify operations and refocus on its core business. Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol announced the layoffs in a message to employees on Monday, Feb. 24. The job cuts will affect non-retail support employees, as the coffeehouse chain works to streamline leadership and eliminate duplicate roles. Several hundred open but unfilled positions will also be removed. In-store workers and store hours won't be affected Niccol said the decision is part of the company's broader "Back to Starbucks" plan,…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
As Egg Prices Soar, Another Breakfast Staple Is Seeing Inflation Reversal As Egg Prices Soar, Another Breakfast Staple Is Seeing Inflation Reversal
As Egg Prices Soar, Another Breakfast Staple Is Seeing Inflation Reversal As egg prices continue to soar with no relief in sight, there's finally some good news for consumers. Another breakfast staple is seeing prices snap, crackle, and drop. For the second straight year, cereal prices have decreased. Analysts attribute the reason to lower demand and increased harvests. According to pattern.com, the follow cereals saw the biggest price declines in 2024: Fruity Peebles Corn Pops Quaker Oats Cap'n Crunch Grape Nuts Rice Krispies Trix Other popular brands, such as Cheerios, Rice Krispies, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Honey Bunches of Oats, Life, a…

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by Joe Lombardi