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Connecticut governor approves law prohibiting crypto use in government
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont has signed a bill into law restricting the use of digital assets in state government, including the establishment of a cryptocurrency reserve. On Monday, Lamont signed Connecticut House Bill 7082, which was...

Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative central to Virginia governor’s race debate
Winsome Earle-Sears, Lt. Gov. for Virginia | XWinsome Earle-Sears, Lt. Gov. for Virginia | X The Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) has emerged as a central issue in Virginia's 2025 gubernatorial race, with discussions centering on the...
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express card: A premium card with tons of added benefits
Whether you love traveling overseas or have a favorite vacation spot in the U.S., a travel credit card can allow you to earn valuable rewards and other perks. The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card is a premium credit card with a...

Eversource Foundation and employee donations provide $175K in critical funding to Granite United Way
From left, Allison McLean, Eversource; Nichole Martin Reimer, Granite United Way; Holly Maki, Granite United Way; Bob Coates, Eversource; Dave Cloutier, Eversource. MANCHESTER, NH – Granite United Way announced Tuesday that Eversource Energy, a...

Launch into the world of spacesuit design with a company that makes the
An Astro EVA spacesuit designed by ILC Dover. Nancy-Lee Rodden, a 35-year employee of ILC Dover, will speak about the company's line of products used in space exploration on July 10 at 7 p.m. at the Aviation Museum of New Hampshire. Courtesy...

New York voters want 'someone else' as governor despite Hochul's lead in polls
GOP Rep. Elise Stefanik told Fox News Digital that she’s "taking a close look" at a 2026 gubernatorial run after Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul was primary challenged by her own lieutenant governor. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles!...

California ranks 30th in new school systems study
With math gains uneven last year and reading scores falling nationwide amid significant inflation and economic uncertainty, the personal-finance website WalletHub has released a new report on 2025’s States with the Best & Worst School Systems, as...

Connecticut Governor Lamont Signs Bill Banning Digital Asset Investments
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont has signed House Bill 7082 into law, officially enacting the ban on state investment in digital assets, which includes Bitcoin (BTC). This marks a significant divergence from the growing trend of cryptocurrency...

Did you know the woman in the Coldplay adultery scandal is married into a Boston Brahmin family?
Kristin Cabot, HR chief at Astronomer, was caught on camera at a Coldplay concert in an intimate moment with CEO Andy Byron. Both Cabot and Byron are married to other people; the viral video led to Byron's resignation. Kristin is married to Andrew...

Forest Society conserves 200th property with 280 acres in Farmington
This story was originally produced by the Concord Monitor. NHPR is republishing it in partnership with the Granite State News Collaborative. The Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests has conserved its 200th forest: the 280-acre Bean...

Students, faculty continue call for ‘sanctuary campuses’ despite resistance from leadership
ANALYSIS: University officials have not fully embraced shutting federal agents out of campus University activists have not succeeded in convincing school officials to shield their campuses from immigration law enforcement in the past six months...

Counter-culture group continues pouring into Missouri’s Mark Twain National Forest
Around 650 members of a counter-culture group have arrived so far in southern Missouri’s Oregon County to camp out in Mark Twain National Forest. Hillary Markin, Public Information Officer with the U.S. Forest Service’s National Incident...

North Carolina No. 24 Least AI-Ready State Based on Jobs, Education, Funding
A new study found North Carolina is the No. 24 least prepared place in the nation for the AI revolution based on jobs, education and government funding. A 2025 World Economic Forum report found 41% of employers intend to replace workers with AI by...

From mobile driver’s licenses to Medicaid rules: Budget signed by governor packed with new policies
The two budget bills signed by Gov. Kelly Ayotte Friday are sprawling — House Bill 2, the policy bills, has 162 pages of new laws. And many of the budget’s changes have already graced headlines, inspired protests, and set off debates in State...

‘Japanese Walking’ Is a Fast Way to Boost Your Health
The many health benefits of walking are well-established: enhanced heart health, stronger muscles and bones, and improved mood and memory, just to name a few.[1] But there are many ways to get your steps in, and one method, known as high-intensity...

6 Cheapest General Liability Insurance Companies for Small Businesses in 2025
Despite having low pricing, the best cheapest general liability insurance companies will still offer good customer service, adequate coverage amounts, and a good claims experience should you ever need to file a claim. These companies should also...

Astronomer CEO Andy Byron resigns after kiss cam scandal with Kristin Cabot at Coldplay concert
Astronomer CEO Andy Byron has resigned following his cheating scandal with co-worker Kristin Cabot. “As stated previously, Astronomer is committed to the values and culture that have guided us since our founding. Our leaders are expected to set...

How Top Companies Like Microsoft and Johnson & Johnson Use Intergenerational Leadership to Win?
A 25-year-old digital native brainstorming with a 55-year-old industry veteran may sound like a generational clash waiting to happen. But in reality, it could be the secret to a company’s next big breakthrough. Intergenerational leadership thrives...

Laconia Historical & Museum Society to host a journey through rail service in the Lakes Region
GILFORD — A presentation on the evolution of rail service in the Lakes Region, including the Laconia stations, will be held on Thursday, July 10, at 5:30 p.m. at the Gilford Public Library. The Laconia Passenger Station has played a significant...

Senate committee approves ex-Ohio governor candidate for Labor Department job
Former Ohio gubernatorial candidate Jeremiah Workman has been nominated to serve an Assistant Secretary of Labor. (Courtesy of Workman for Ohio) WASHINGTON, D. C. - A Senate committee on Thursday signed off on the nomination of Ohio’s Jeremiah...