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Le Pen first had success in an ex-mining town. Her message there is now winning over French society 07/02/2024 06:49am • HENIN-BEAUMONT, France (AP) — In the former mining town at the heart of French far-right leader Marine Le Pen’s political strategy, her party's electoral success Sunday came as no surprise to hundreds of supporters who gathered to see her victory speech. The same promises to bring back good jobs Arlington tourism spending sets a record 07/02/2024 05:37am • Arlington County's tourism industry, including hotels and hospitality, was one of the hardest hit in Virginia during the pandemic. Although Arlington tourism has not yet bounced back to pre-pandemic visitation levels, visitor spending set a record in 2023. The Arlington Convention and Visitors Se Highlights from Supreme Court term: Rulings on Trump, regulation, abortion, guns and homelessness 07/02/2024 12:01am • WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court ended its term by ruling for the first time that former presidents have broad immunity from prosecution, a decision that almost certainly means Donald Trump won't stand trial before the November election. That closely watched ruling, which drew sharp dissent fro 7 Best Vanguard Funds to Buy and Hold 07/01/2024 08:00pm • If you're a self-directed investor looking to create a buy-and-hold portfolio with Vanguard mutual funds or exchange-traded funds (ETFs), you'll have access to a fairly expansive lineup of 352 funds. "Vanguard funds as well as other low-cost investment options are an efficient way for investors to g 9 of the Best REITs to Buy for 2024 07/01/2024 08:00pm • Real estate investments can be an excellent way to earn returns, generate cash flow, hedge against inflation and diversify an investment portfolio. But for many investors, buying physical properties can be costly, difficult and risky. Instead, investors can buy shares of diversified real estate inve How Do You Comfort a Dying Parent? 07/01/2024 08:00pm • Caring for a parent who is dying can be emotionally taxing. There are many unknowns about the dying process and chances are neither you nor your parent have all the answers you need. Depending on their predicament, you may be wondering if you should have a deeper conversation about their health -- a These Are the Tax Breaks You Can Get When You Buy a House 07/01/2024 08:00pm • One of the biggest benefits of homeownership is tax breaks. If you're a homeowner, tax credits and deductions could save you thousands of dollars per year. But are there tax credits for buying a house? And what about deductions? To help you come next tax season, here are tax credits and deductions y New Georgia laws regulate hemp products, set standards for rental property and cut income taxes 07/01/2024 02:41pm • ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia on Monday imposed new restrictions on the sale of hemp products, required some basic standards for rented residences, cut income taxes and required cash bail for dozens of new crimes. Those are among many laws passed earlier this year by the General Assembly that took effect Rows and rows of pot: WTOP goes behind the scenes at massive Md. marijuana facility 07/01/2024 01:39pm • Monday marks one year since Maryland legalized recreational marijuana, and the industry has been slowly growing. There are now about 100 dispensaries spread throughout Maryland's 23 counties and Baltimore City, with the state taking in more than $40 million in tax revenue over the past year. Japanese executive among dozens arrested in Myanmar for allegedly selling rice above set prices 07/01/2024 11:59am • BANGKOK (AP) — Myanmar’s military government has arrested a Japanese business executive, along with dozens of local businessmen, for allegedly selling rice at prices well above the officially regulated ones, state-run media said Monday. The reports said Hiroshi Kasamatsu, a director of Aeon Oran Maryland hikes vehicle registration fees and tobacco taxes 07/01/2024 11:14am • ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland vehicle registration fees and tobacco taxes rose Monday to help pay for transportation projects and education. State lawmakers approved the vehicle registration hikes this year to help boost the state's Transportation Trust Fund. Lawmakers also approved new weight In a proud and troubled UK town, voters wonder whether their election choice will make a difference 07/01/2024 10:13am • HARTLEPOOL, England (AP) — A lot of politicians have promised change to voters in Hartlepool, a wind-whipped port town in northeast England. For decades, Labour Party representatives said they would fight for working people, even as well-paid industrial jobs disappeared. Later, Conservatives under George heading to 76ers, Caldwell-Pope to Magic, CP3 to Spurs, AP sources say 07/01/2024 08:15am • Paul George is going back to the Eastern Conference, and surely has made Joel Embiid very happy in the process. George will sign a four-year, $212 million contract with the Philadelphia 76ers, a person with knowledge of the move told The Associated Press early Monday. The person spoke on condition o These laws in DC, Maryland and Virginia take effect on July 1 07/01/2024 12:50am • Come Monday, there will be several new laws taking effect throughout D.C. region. Some of the laws raise the minimum wage, some crack down on animal cruelty and others regulate the ever-confusing ticket-selling landscape. Here are a few laws taking effect on July 1 in D.C., Maryland and Virginia: Millions in Nigeria have little to no electricity. It's straining businesses and public services 06/30/2024 10:08pm • IBADAN, Nigeria (AP) — Dimly lit and stuffy classrooms stir with life every morning as children file in. Rays of sunlight stream through wooden windows, the only source of light. Pupils squint at their books and intermittently the blackboard as teachers try to hold their attention. It's a reality