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No longer just rolling papers, Raw is now selling weed too

No longer just rolling papers, Raw is now selling weed too

Raw, known for all-natural rolling papers, has started selling marijuana products in New Mexico dispensaries.
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Where is the best Halloween street in the US? Nationwide search is on

Where is the best Halloween street in the US? Nationwide search is on

Where is the trick-or-treatiest street in the country? Reese's is hosting a contest to find out. See which streets made the short list of 150.
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See where Trump's $90 checks to 20 million seniors are going

See where Trump's $90 checks to 20 million seniors are going

President Trump said he plans to send $90 check to more than 20 million seniors this month. See how much money is going to midterm battlegrounds.
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Can House Democrats stay unified next year? It may be up to one man

Can House Democrats stay unified next year? It may be up to one man

Internal divisions have dragged House Speaker Mike Johnson down for months. On the verge of power, can Hakeem Jeffries avoid the same fate?
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Mega Millions winning numbers for Friday, Oct. 2, 2026: Jackpot $321 million

Mega Millions winning numbers for Friday, Oct. 2, 2026: Jackpot $321 million

The Mega Millions jackpot for the Friday, Oct. 2 drawing was an estimated $321 million with a cash option of $131.1 million.
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Trump, AI leaders sign an 'accord.' Is it the same as regulations?

Trump, AI leaders sign an 'accord.' Is it the same as regulations?

Six leaders of top tech companies signed the agreement on Sept. 29 after meeting with President Trump in Washington.
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Mega Millions winning numbers for October 2 $321 million jackpot

Mega Millions winning numbers for October 2 $321 million jackpot

The Mega Millions lottery jackpot is estimated at $321 million for Friday night's drawing.
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U.S. Cities Ranked for Safety, Offering Diverse Vacation Options

U.S. Cities Ranked for Safety, Offering Diverse Vacation Options

A recent analysis, based on FBI Crime Data Explorer and MoneyGeek research, has identified 19 of the safest holiday destinations in the U.S. This research examined the cost of crime in each city, including time lost to criminal acts, incarceration, crime prevention, and recovery after victimization, focusing on U.S. cities with populations of 100,000 or more. Among the top safest cities are Honolulu, Hawaii; Virginia Beach, Virginia; San Diego, California; Henderson, Nevada; and El Paso, Texas. Other notable safe destinations include New York City, New York; Manchester, New Hampshire; Mesa, Arizona; Charlotte, North Carolina; San Jose, California; Boston, Massachusetts; Raleigh, North Carolina; Arlington, Texas; Santa Ana, California; Omaha, Nebraska; Austin, Texas; Tampa, Florida; Portland, Maine; and Long Beach, California. Each city offers unique attractions, from Honolulu's beaches to Boston's historical sites, with varying crime rates that are generally lower than the national average, though caution ...
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Chip City shuts every store, and gift cards are in limbo

Chip City shuts every store, and gift cards are in limbo

Fans in different cities had noticed that some stores had shuttered earlier in the month.
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Senator Luján Supports Bill to Expand Financial Aid Access for Students with Disabilities

Senator Luján Supports Bill to Expand Financial Aid Access for Students with Disabilities

U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) has expressed support for the Higher Education Grant Flexibility Act, a bill reintroduced by Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.). This legislation aims to expand access to federal financial aid for college students with disabilities who require reduced course loads as an accommodation. The bill would allow these students to remain eligible for the same amount of certain federal financial aid as full-time students, even if they are taking fewer courses. Senator Van Hollen emphasized that higher education opens doors to opportunities for students with disabilities, but many still face barriers to earning their degrees. The legislation has garnered support from several other senators, including Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), and Alex Padilla (D-Calif.).
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U.S. States Adapt Tourism Strategies to Capitalize on Growing Micro-Travel Trend Among Gen Z and Millennials

U.S. States Adapt Tourism Strategies to Capitalize on Growing Micro-Travel Trend Among Gen Z and Millennials

Urban microadventure tourism is gaining significant traction across the United States, with states like North Dakota, Utah, California, Florida, New York, Texas, and Oregon actively aligning their tourism offerings to attract younger generations, specifically Gen Z and Millennials. This trend emphasizes shorter, more concentrated travel experiences, moving away from traditional week-long vacations towards weekend packages, short road trips, and two-to-three-day itineraries. Research from Allianz Partners USA indicates that 34% of surveyed Americans anticipate their first vacation of 2025 to be two nights or less, and a combined 65% expect their first trip to be four nights or fewer. This shift is driven by factors such as limited holiday time and the desire for more frequent, yet shorter, breaks. Destinations are responding by developing focused, flexible, and experience-led itineraries that cater to this demand, offering diverse options from beaches and theme parks to cities, nature, food, and outdoor act...
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States and cities sue over Trump's EPA eliminating rule that limits emissions from power plants

States and cities sue over Trump's EPA eliminating rule that limits emissions from power plants

States and cities are suing the Trump administration for repealing rules that limit planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from power plants fueled by coal and natural gas