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Spotting a few bugs in the house is typically a nuisance, but there's one in particular that should ring alarm bells for homeowners. If you come across the bug in the photo above, it's time to call in a professional.

Study This Photo--If You Find This Bug In Your House, You Need To Call in a Pro

New York City, NY

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Stop & Shop Announces Closure of 32 Stores Across the Northeast. Stop & Shop, a well-known grocery chain, has confirmed the closure of 32 of its underperforming stores across the Northeast region of the United States. The decision, aimed at streamlining operations and fostering future growth, will affect locations in New Jersey, Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, with all closures scheduled to be completed by November 2nd.

A well-known grocery chain, has confirmed the closure of 32 of its under performing stores

In June, unemployment inched up a little bit higher to 4.1% from 4% in May, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Altogether, 6.8 million people are out of a job, which means millions are currently looking for their next role. If you're job searching yourself, remember that sending out...

When you're job-seeking, don't think 'I have to send out 100 applications a week,' says expert—do this instead

CNBC's Jon Fortt talks ServiceNow earnings and news of a high profile departure.

ServiceNow President and COO CJ Desai resigning effective immediately

North Carolina State

Town Talks

As North Carolina continues to attract new residents, understanding the rights and obligations of both tenants and landlords becomes increasingly important. Here’s what you need to know about landlord entry and tenant rights in the state.

Can landlords enter at any time, or is it trespassing? Here are the rules in North Carolina

Salesforce Chair and CEO Marc Benioff and Workday CEO Carl Eschenbach join 'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer to talk their AI partnership.

Access to data will create phenomenal AI, says Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff

Six senators are asking the Justice Department and the Federal Communications Commission to consider challenging a deal that would allow T-Mobile to use part U.S. Cellular's wireless spectrum. New letter from lawmakers says consumers could be charged billions more from higher-priced carriers with lower-prices carriers combining. Lawmakers also ask the...

Warren sounds alarm on T-Mobile, U.S. Cellular deal with Justice Department, FCC

Boeing on July 7 agreed in principle to plead guilty to conspiring to defraud the Federal Aviation Administration after the government said the planemaker knowingly made false representations about key software for the 737 Max. Families of the 346 people killed in two Boeing 737 Max crashes in 2018 and...

U.S. finalizes details of Boeing 737 Max plea deal

Singapore is the world's safest city for tourists, according to new research by Forbes Advisor. The study, which analyzed factors such as crime, healthcare quality and risks of natural disasters, ascribed safety scores from 0 to 100 — with the safest cities receiving the lowest scores. Based on the...

An Asian city is named the safest destination in the world for travelers

Fond Du Lac, WI

In a recent move that’s bound to shake things up, Mercury Marine has announced a series of partial layoffs affecting about 1,700 employees at their Fond du Lac headquarters. The company, grappling with a decline in sales, is implementing these layoffs throughout the rest of the year.

An engine manufacturer is laying off 1,700 workers due to drop in sales

The company added 419,000 monthly bill-paying wireless phone subscribers, compared with expectations of 284,800 additions, according to five analysts polled by FactSet. That has also helped AT&T retain customers better than rivals, with its postpaid phone churn- the number of people disconnecting from a company's service - coming at 0.70%, the second lowest reported for a second quarter.

AT&T beats estimates for subscriber additions on demand for higher-priced plans

South Carolina State

When it comes to deciding who to marry, many people choose to spend the rest of their lives with a high school sweetheart, college classmate, or someone they met at work. Others decide to tie the knot with someone who they have known their whole lives — and maybe even met at a family reunion.

Can you marry your first cousin in North Carolina? What state law says

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Paterson, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Jasmine McGregor, 32, and Jhenelle Lewis, 35, both of Paterson, New Jersey, have pleaded guilty to conspiring with a physician to distribute oxycodone, a powerful opioid, without legitimate medical justification. The announcement was made today by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Paterson Residents Conspired with Physician to Illegally Distribute Opioids

CNBC's Jim Cramer looked at what might have caused Wednesday's Big Tech declines, reviewing why investors may have been disappointed with earnings from Alphabet and Tesla. "Wall Street, it looks like it's had it with the mega caps, doesn't it? We don't want to hear about the 'Magnificent Seven' anymore," he said. "Everyone thinks these stocks have gone to unsustainable levels, so that they want to lock in gains and pivot to groups that have room to play catch-up, like the small caps."

Jim Cramer examines Wednesday's brutal tech sell-off

New Jersey State

A new initiative aims to provide housing for vulnerable Medicaid members, enhancing community wellness and support. MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. - In a significant move to tackle housing instability among Medicaid recipients, New Jersey's Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman, along with Community Affairs Commissioner Jacquelyn A. Suárez, today announced the availability of $95 million in funding for developers. This initiative, part of the Healthy Homes program, is designed to create affordable housing opportunities for NJ FamilyCare members who are either homeless, at risk of homelessness, or currently living in institutional settings.

$95 Million for Healthy Homes: Housing for Medicaid Members

Palo, IA

NextEra is looking at restarting the Duane Arnold Energy Center in Iowa, CEO John Ketchum said. The Duane Arnold plant ceased operations in 2020 after 45 years of service. Demand for nuclear power is growing as the tech sector and utilities scramble for carbon-free energy. The Duane Arnold Energy Center...

NextEra considers restarting Iowa nuclear plant amid rising demand for carbon-free energy

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

Investors will assess South Korea’s advance second-quarter GDP numbers, which came in slightly below expectations. South Korea’s GDP grew 2.3% year on year, lower than the 2.5% expected by economists polled by Reuters. On a quarter on quarter basis, the country’s economy shrank 0.2%, compared to a 0.1% rise expected.

Japan’s Nikkei drops 3% as Asia-Pacific markets slide, tracking Wall Street sell-off

Many experts consider emotional intelligence a predictor of success and satisfaction. I see it as just one important component of something more substantial and even more empowering: mental strength. Mental strength is the ability to productively regulate your emotions as well as your thoughts and behaviors, especially in the face...

I study and train mentally strong people for a living: Here are 7 things they never do

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Polls set to close in landmark UK election as center-left Labour seeks return to power after 14 years

Polls close at 10 p.m. Thursday as the U.K. elects a new parliament. The incumbent Conservative Party led by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak seeks to defy...

Polls set to close in landmark UK election as center-left Labour seeks return to power after 14 years

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