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DDA, businesses set again to host Girls Night Out in IM

IRON MOUNTAIN — Downtown Iron Mountain is getting ready for a little retail therapy, a lot of laughter and a night out with the girls. The Iron Mountain Downtown Development Authority’s annual Girls Night Out returns from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday, bringing a full evening of shopping, ...

Ribbon-cutting for new ramen bar at Bes.Teas

IRON MOUNTAIN – The Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce recently had a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate Bes.Teas adding a build-your-own ramen bar. Already known for its specialty drinks and unique flavor combinations, Bes.Teas’ new ramen bar allows customers to create their own ...

Mortgage rate falls to 7.18%, third straight weekly decline

WASHINGTON (AP) — The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate fell for the third straight week, offering some relief to prospective homebuyers facing higher home prices. The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage in the U.S. declined to 7.18% from 7.24% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said ...

Brutal AI stock sell-off sends Wall Street reeling

NEW YORK (AP) — A brutal sell-off swept through Wall Street Thursday, led by stocks tied to the buildout of AI data centers. The wipeout more than erased the U.S. stock market’s gain from the day before, which was its best in three months. The S&P 500 fell 4.4% for its worst day since ...

Google, Meta and TikTok file suit over California’s social media law

Google, Meta and TikTok filed separate lawsuits seeking to block a California law designed to protect children from the risks of social media, arguing that it violates their First Amendment rights. The law, which is scheduled to go into effect on Jan. 1, prohibits tech companies from offering ...