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Warren Buffett’s best investments weren’t stocks: He says these personal choices gave him the greatest returns

With Warren Buffett's departure as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, he highlights the importance of personal investments in his life. His life lessons, including the impact of his marriages and a particular book, shaped his unique approach to investing. Additionally, his modest home in Omaha stands as a testament to his…

The Economic Times

Warren Buffett turns 96: Top 10 investing lessons from the Oracle of Omaha

As Warren Buffett turns 96 in his first birthday since stepping down as Berkshire Hathaway's CEO, the piece revisits the investing principles behind his six-decade run — patience, discipline, staying within his "circle of competence," and concentrating capital when conviction is high.

The Economic Times

Cops used electrocution gloves to subdue high school students in Omaha, now the school district and parents are pleading with police to stop: 'Supposed to be a safe space for students'

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement plans to acquire electric-shock gloves for $20 million. These devices were recently used on two Omaha high school students by officers. Omaha's superintendent requested the police stop using the gloves in schools. Bellevue police will continue carrying the controversial devices for student safety. Experts and…

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Alarm over $20m plan to supply ICE officers with electric-shock gloves

Civil liberties groups decry plan to use gloves linked to death of Kentucky man allegedly shocked 27 times in county jail

The Guardian - US

Omaha schools ban electric shock gloves for police after backlash

Omaha mayor said police have honored the school district's decision to ‘opt out’

The Independent UK

ICE-Style Shock Gloves Already Used by Police on Students in Nebraska Schools

Omaha police used electric shock gloves on students, sparking outrage from parents and school board members. The gloves, used twice in schools, have raised concerns about safety and trust.

International Business Times UK

The electric shock gloves ICE is spending up to $20 million on are already being given to police officers in Omaha public schools

The Omaha Police Department was awarded more than $65,000 for 40 pairs of the gloves in May 2025.

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More Than Half of Tested Omaha Superfund Yards Exceed a Child Safety Lead Level

Testing by two newsrooms found 208 of 388 yards inside the Omaha Lead Superfund Site above the soil level, an EPA model linked to child harm.

Medical Daily

Omaha woman’s house burns down before they even move in. Then she learns what their home insurance covers: ‘It just doesn’t work like that’

"I never want anyone that I know to go through what we're going through right now.”

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Hantavirus quarantine ends for Americans held for six weeks in Nebraska

The US health department said the enforced 42-day quarantine was necessary to protect the public

The Guardian - US

Quarantine comes to an end for the last of the hantavirus ship passengers in Nebraska

The last eight Americans who endured 42 days in a specialized hospital quarantine unit after exposure to an unusual hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship that killed three people have left the Nebraska facility

The Independent UK

What lies beneath Omaha Beach: Microscopic WWII shrapnel found in sand reveals the land still carries the memory of war

For most visitors, Omaha Beach appears much as any broad stretch of northern European coastline might. The tide advances and retreats, families wander across the sand, and the horizon seems distant and quiet. History is present, certainly, but it tends to exist in visible forms: memorials, museums, rows of graves,…

The Times of India

MLB Prospects to Watch On Every Men’s College World Series Team

The action in Omaha is set to commence Friday. Here are 17 players set to participate whom you may one day be watching in the major leagues.

Sports Illustrated

Men’s College World Series: One Statistic That Defines Each Remaining Team

The festivities begin Friday in Omaha.

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The Economic Times

Warren Buffett's net worth is $169 billion, but the ace US investor still lives in the house he bought for $31,500 over 70 years ago

Warren Buffett, with a fortune of $169 billion, continues to live in the Omaha home he purchased over 75 years ago for $31,500. His remarkably modest lifestyle, including driving older cars, defies billionaire stereotypes and highlights his long-held philosophy of focusing on smart financial decisions and long-term value over extravagance.

International Business Times UK

Omaha Family Feared Being Stranded in Mexico — Scammers Stole $7,000 Posing as Airline Staff

An Omaha family fell victim to a $7,000 airline scam after their Cancun holiday. Learn crucial tips to protect yourself from travel fraud and avoid similar traps.

Fortune

Warren Buffett says ‘you’re giving up your potential’ if you don’t have this one skill—and it has nothing to do with the stock market

The Oracle of Omaha says communication is the most under-taught skill in school. In the AI era, executives from Jeff Bezos to Jamie Dimon say it's the one that pays.

The Independent UK

Americans exposed to hantavirus on ship enjoy some Nebraska hospitality while waiting in quarantine

The 18 American passengers who were exposed to hantavirus on a cruise ship are getting a taste of Nebraska hospitality as they wait to find out how much longer they will have to remain in quarantine at the hospital in Omaha

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Omaha crook wears “crook” shirt while stealing a 2018 Dodge Journey. Police search underway

Makes the cop's job easier! 🤣

The Economic Times

Wealth wisdom of the day: ‘Rule No. 1: Never lose money. Rule No. 2...' – Warren Buffett’s advice for investors

‘Oracle of Omaha’ Buffett’s investment style has been patient. He never chased quick returns and has always talked about the power of compounding. Warren Buffett once also credited compounding for almost all his financial success. "My life has been a product of compound interest. Nothing more. Nothing less. And nothing…

International Business Times UK

Omaha Severe Weather: Homes Ripped Apart by Suspected Tornado Near Ashland Amid Mass Outages

Severe weather in Omaha triggered tornado warnings, damaged homes, and caused power outages. Local authorities continue to assess damage and monitor clean-up efforts.

International Business Times UK

Plains Tornado Warning: Multi-Day Storm Blasts Midwest With 'Softball-Sized' Hail and Long-Track Twisters

A volatile storm system has pummelled the central United States as forecasters warn that an even more dangerous Plains tornado outbreak could unfold on Monday.

The Economic Times

Why are flags at half-mast in the US today? Peace Officers Memorial Day and Nebraska Tribute explained

Flags at half mast today reason explained: United States flags fly at half-staff today, May 15. This honors fallen law enforcement officers on Peace Officers Memorial Day. Nebraska also remembers Staff Sergeant Robert A. Keuchel, a World War II airman. His remains were identified after decades. Flags will remain lowered…

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Omaha woman ditches infant on baby daddy’s porch, well aware no one would answer the door: ‘I told her I wasn’t home’

“DoorDashing the baby is crazy.”

Fortune

Here are the best hiring hotspots for recent graduates—and cities in the Midwest and South are even outpacing career hubs like New York City

Metropolitan areas in Alabama, Tennessee, and Ohio are competing with New York and San Francisco as the top hubs for new grads—and Gen Zers are flocking to the smaller cities.

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