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Deadly Explosion and Fire at Mexican Store Kills 23
At least 23 people killed and 11 injured in explosion and fire at budget store in Hermosillo, Mexico. City cancels Day of the Dead festivities as investigation continues into cause.
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Maldives First Nation with Generational Smoking Ban
Maldives becomes first country to implement generational smoking ban prohibiting anyone born after 2007 from tobacco use. Comprehensive measure includes vape ban and applies to tourists.
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Turkish Crypto Mogul Found Dead in Prison Cell
Faruk Fatih Özer, founder of collapsed crypto exchange Thodex, found dead in prison while serving 11,196-year sentence for $2 billion fraud affecting 391,000 users.
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Global Carbon Market Trading Volume Surges in 2025
Global carbon markets see unprecedented trading volume growth in 2025, driven by expanding regulatory frameworks and corporate climate commitments. Price trends show quality differentiation, while diverse participants...
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High Interest Rates Squeeze Housing Market in 2025
High interest rates in 2025 are creating severe housing affordability challenges, with mortgage rates near 6.5% pricing out buyers and driving rental costs higher. Policy responses include zoning reforms and rental assistance,...
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New Gig Worker Rights Bill Advances with Minimum Standards
New federal legislation would establish minimum standards for gig workers, including fare guarantees, algorithmic transparency, and data protection. The bill addresses exploitation in the platform economy where workers often...