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Thailand's LTR Visa Attracts 12,000 Global Talents, Adds $1.28 Billion to Economy

Thailand's LTR Visa Attracts 12,000 Global Talents, Adds $1.28 Billion to Economy

Thailand's Long-Term Resident visa program has approved over 12,000 high-potential foreigners in four years, generating $1.28 billion in economic value and signaling the country's growing competitiven...

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Self-Driving Trucks on California Highways: New Liability Questions for East County Drivers

Self-Driving Trucks on California Highways: New Liability Questions for East County Drivers

As autonomous big rigs begin testing on California highways, a local law firm explains how fault may be shared among multiple parties when crashes occur.

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New California Law Redraws the Line Between E-Bikes and E-Motos, With Major Implications for Riders and Injury Claims

New California Law Redraws the Line Between E-Bikes and E-Motos, With Major Implications for Riders and Injury Claims

Governor Newsom's signing of SB 1167 will require sellers to disclose that electric motorcycles are motor vehicles, a change that could reshape liability and insurance outcomes for riders and crash vi...

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California's Tougher Repeat DUI Laws: What They Mean for Injured Drivers in Long Beach and Beyond

California's Tougher Repeat DUI Laws: What They Mean for Injured Drivers in Long Beach and Beyond

California's new four-bill package imposing harsher penalties on repeat DUI offenders, including felony charges for hit-and-run injuries, highlights the separate civil remedies available to injured dr...

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Filmmaker Julia Marchese Brings Stephen King and Cult Horror to Three Cities, Marking 500 Podcast Episodes

Filmmaker Julia Marchese Brings Stephen King and Cult Horror to Three Cities, Marking 500 Podcast Episodes

Julia Marchese's upcoming appearances at Kingcon, Halloween Hullabaloo, and a 500th episode celebration of Horror Movie Survival Guide highlight her influential role in genre cinema and independent fi...

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Leadership Podcast 'Answers That Count' Relaunches Alongside New CharlesMusgrove.com Platform

Leadership Podcast 'Answers That Count' Relaunches Alongside New CharlesMusgrove.com Platform

Charles Musgrove has relaunched his Answers That Count podcast and launched CharlesMusgrove.com, bringing practical, experience-driven leadership lessons to business owners and executives in Long Beac...

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Huawei and Qualcomm Sign Broad Patent License Agreement

Huawei and Qualcomm Sign Broad Patent License Agreement

Huawei and Qualcomm have announced a multi-year patent cross-license agreement covering 5G, compute, AI, and networking, along with Qualcomm's purchase of certain Huawei patents, a deal that could inf...

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Dental Implant Costs: How Patients in Long Beach and Beyond Can Save Without Sacrificing Quality

Dental Implant Costs: How Patients in Long Beach and Beyond Can Save Without Sacrificing Quality

A new report from Affordable Dentist Near Me of Denton outlines strategies for patients to manage dental implant costs by comparing complete treatment plans, exploring financing, and prioritizing qual...

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AMZsimple Expands Multi-Channel Marketplace Accelerator to Address Stockout Risk for Consumer Brands

AMZsimple Expands Multi-Channel Marketplace Accelerator to Address Stockout Risk for Consumer Brands

AMZsimple has rolled out an expanded accelerator that unifies Amazon and Walmart marketplace management, aiming to help established consumer brands scale profitably while mitigating stockout risks.

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Turnstr+ Launches Free Streaming Platform with Chris Stokes' 'Forever, This Ring' as Flagship Original

Turnstr+ Launches Free Streaming Platform with Chris Stokes' 'Forever, This Ring' as Flagship Original

Turnstr+ debuts as a free, creator-first streaming service, headlined by Chris Stokes' psychological thriller 'Forever, This Ring,' signaling a shift in how independent films reach audiences.

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Huawei's R&D Push and HarmonyOS Growth Signal New Competitive Era in Long Beach Tech

Huawei's R&D Push and HarmonyOS Growth Signal New Competitive Era in Long Beach Tech

Huawei's latest innovations, including the Mate 90 series and HarmonyOS expansion, could reshape the global tech landscape and present opportunities for Long Beach businesses.

October 3, 2026Read the full article →
Kids 1st Bell Gardens Expands Enrollment, Opens Subsidy Access for Local Families

Kids 1st Bell Gardens Expands Enrollment, Opens Subsidy Access for Local Families

Kids 1st in Bell Gardens has expanded enrollment across its infant, toddler, and preschool programs and is alerting families that subsidized tuition assistance may be available, a move that could ease...

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SnapFresh Highlights Cordless Leaf Blowers for Fall Yard Cleanup in Long Beach and Beyond

SnapFresh Highlights Cordless Leaf Blowers for Fall Yard Cleanup in Long Beach and Beyond

As autumn leaves accumulate, SnapFresh is promoting three cordless leaf blowers designed to simplify yard maintenance, offering Long Beach homeowners options that balance power, runtime, and weight.

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New Hampshire Plumbing Company Launches Fall Boiler Readiness Push as Cold Season Approaches

New Hampshire Plumbing Company Launches Fall Boiler Readiness Push as Cold Season Approaches

Jenkins Plumbing & Heating has initiated a fall boiler readiness campaign across central New Hampshire, urging homeowners to schedule maintenance before peak heating season to prevent emergencies and ...

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Beeline Holdings Offers $3,000 Credit to Expand Bank Statement Mortgage Business

Beeline Holdings Offers $3,000 Credit to Expand Bank Statement Mortgage Business

Beeline Holdings introduces a $3,000 lender credit for qualifying Bank Statement mortgages, aiming to serve self-employed borrowers and capitalize on its shift toward higher-margin Non-Qualified Mortg...

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Adaptive Reuse Projects Face Hidden Parking Shortfalls, But Solutions Exist

Adaptive Reuse Projects Face Hidden Parking Shortfalls, But Solutions Exist

As office and retail buildings convert to residential use, developers often encounter unexpected parking requirements that can derail projects, but innovative solutions like automated parking systems ...

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Investor Daniel Kaufman Says Vail's Pass Slump Shows the Ski Business Now Runs on Housing

Investor Daniel Kaufman Says Vail's Pass Slump Shows the Ski Business Now Runs on Housing

Daniel Kaufman, founder of Kaufman & Company, argues that Vail Resorts' 12% drop in pass sales and activist proxy contest signal that the ski industry's future depends on solving workforce housing, no...

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Filtered Property Data Costs Commercial Owners at Sale and Financing, OpticWise CEO Says

Filtered Property Data Costs Commercial Owners at Sale and Financing, OpticWise CEO Says

Bill Douglas, CEO of OpticWise, warns that filtered commercial property data leaves owners without the source information needed to improve operations and can derail sales or financing when diligence ...

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Maplewood Housing Market Shifts: Why Seller Launch Timing Is Critical as Inventory Rises

Maplewood Housing Market Shifts: Why Seller Launch Timing Is Critical as Inventory Rises

As inventory rises in Maplewood and South Orange, Mark Slade Homes emphasizes the critical first weekend on the market and a strategic launch schedule to help sellers navigate increased competition.

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Private Lender Fraud Warning: How Borrowers Can Verify Legitimacy Before Paying Upfront Fees

Private Lender Fraud Warning: How Borrowers Can Verify Legitimacy Before Paying Upfront Fees

As commercial property foreclosures rise, scammers posing as private lenders target desperate borrowers, and industry veteran H. Jack Miller shares red flags and verification steps to avoid costly upf...

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Steel Fence Post Caps: The Hidden Costs of Plastic and the Case for Reusable Steel in Long Beach

Steel Fence Post Caps: The Hidden Costs of Plastic and the Case for Reusable Steel in Long Beach

Safety Pickets, Inc. highlights the hidden costs of plastic fence post caps and the potential liability savings from reusable steel caps, relevant to Long Beach contractors and property owners.

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Battery Storage Gains Unlikely Support as Trump Administration Shifts Stance, Boosting Green Energy Prospects

Battery Storage Gains Unlikely Support as Trump Administration Shifts Stance, Boosting Green Energy Prospects

The Trump administration's reversal on battery storage could accelerate clean energy adoption, benefiting companies like GeoSolar Technologies and the broader green economy.

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IBN Media Sponsorship of ThinkEquity Conference Expands Investor Reach

IBN Media Sponsorship of ThinkEquity Conference Expands Investor Reach

IBN's media sponsorship of The ThinkEquity Conference will amplify event content across thousands of outlets and social media, connecting investors with presenting companies like TruGolf Holdings.

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BOXABL Appoints CFO and CAO to Strengthen Finance Team as It Expands Factory-Built Housing Across the U.S.

BOXABL Appoints CFO and CAO to Strengthen Finance Team as It Expands Factory-Built Housing Across the U.S.

BOXABL Inc. has appointed Larry King as CFO and Heather Clayton as CAO to bolster its financial leadership as the company scales its modular housing platform nationwide following its NASDAQ listing.

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Cashback Loans Survey Reveals 44% of Americans Have No Emergency Savings

Cashback Loans Survey Reveals 44% of Americans Have No Emergency Savings

A new national survey commissioned by Cashback Loans finds that nearly half of U.S. adults lack emergency savings, with many borrowing to cover essential expenses, underscoring financial fragility tha...

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Metavesco's Epic Labor Tops $2 Million in 2026 Revenue, September Sales Up 166%

Metavesco's Epic Labor Tops $2 Million in 2026 Revenue, September Sales Up 166%

Epic Labor, a subsidiary of Metavesco, Inc., has surpassed $2 million in 2026 revenue after achieving 166% year-over-year growth in September, demonstrating the success of its strategic consolidation ...

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BounceBack Homes Expands Foreclosure Relief Services to Ohio, Bringing Attorney-Reviewed Options to Homeowners

BounceBack Homes Expands Foreclosure Relief Services to Ohio, Bringing Attorney-Reviewed Options to Homeowners

BounceBack Homes launches its homeowner advocacy services in Ohio, offering attorney-reviewed foreclosure prevention pathways and financial stabilization to help homeowners protect their equity.

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Sherwood Auto Repair Marks 40 Years of Family Ownership and Community Service

Sherwood Auto Repair Marks 40 Years of Family Ownership and Community Service

Sherwood Auto Repair celebrates 40 years of family ownership and community service with an anniversary event, highlighting its lasting impact on the local automotive industry.

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