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Avant Technologies Retracts Joint Venture Announcement, Citing Disclosure Error

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Avant Technologies Inc. (OTCQB: AVAI) has formally retracted a press release it issued earlier this week announcing a joint venture with two Singapore-based biotechnology firms. The company clarified that no binding agreement exists, raising fresh scrutiny over its corporate communication and disclosure practices. Retraction Issued the Same Day On September 24, 2025, Avant Technologies initially […]

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Dr. Ben Carson Sworn In as USDA National Advisor for Nutrition, Health, and Housing

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Former Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Dr. Benjamin S. Carson, Sr., M.D., has been sworn in as the National Advisor for Nutrition, Health, and Housing at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The appointment, announced by Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, places Carson at the forefront of the Trump administration’s “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA)

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USDA Proposes Stronger SNAP Retailer Stocking Standards to Improve Nutrition Access

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a major proposal to strengthen Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) retailer standards, aiming to expand healthy food access and curb program loopholes. The changes, unveiled by Agriculture Secretary Brooke L. Rollins, represent the most significant update to retailer stocking requirements in nearly a decade. Raising the Bar

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U.S. Commercial Insurance Market 2025: Rates, Risks & Outlook

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The U.S. commercial insurance market remains stable with favorable pricing across most coverage lines, but industry experts are flagging early warning signs of potential market tightening as economic volatility and emerging risks create uncertainty for buyers and carriers alike. Commercial insurance rates increased 3.8% in the second quarter of 2025, representing a continued moderation from

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Trump Administration Shifts $1.8B in Foreign Aid to ‘America First’ Projects

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The Trump administration has formally proposed redirecting $1.8 billion in foreign aid away from traditional humanitarian programs and into projects tied directly to U.S. strategic interests. The reallocation, outlined in a September 12 Congressional Notification, is one of the most significant foreign aid shifts in decades and has already sparked heated debate on Capitol Hill.

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Powell Cautions on Rate Cuts; Stocks Dip as Fed Balances Inflation and Jobs

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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell struck a cautious note during a speech in Providence, Rhode Island, on September 23, 2025. He emphasized that the U.S. central bank faces “two-sided risks” — stubborn inflation on one side and a cooling labor market on the other — making the path ahead complex and uncertain. Markets reacted modestly

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Mastercard Welcomes 11 Global Fintech Startups to Start Path Program

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September 23, 2025 – New York — Global payments leader Mastercard has announced the latest cohort of its Start Path Emerging Fintech Program, selecting 11 innovative startups from across the world to accelerate next-generation financial technology solutions. The announcement was made on September 22, 2025, underscoring Mastercard’s ongoing commitment to nurturing fintech innovation. The selected

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