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Well, it鈥檚 official. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) announced on Monday that it will stop accepting cash payments for l…
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A global oil bottleneck in the Strait of Hormuz has created a financial windfall on the other side of the world in New Mexico that is both enviable and politically sensitive in a Democratic-dominated state. Fossil fuels are a bedrock of progressive social services that now include free childcare for all in the No. 2 state for oil production, behind Texas. Former U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland says it's hard for voters to think about benefiting alongside the brutal consequences of war, as she runs for governor. Rival Democrat Sam Bregman wants rebate checks, and Republican candidates would eliminate income taxes altogether in hopes of a GOP comeback.
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Candidates for governor of New Mexico participate in a public forum in Rio Rancho, N.M., on April 28, 2026, ahead of a June 2 primary election: From left to right, they are Democratic Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman, Republican businessman Doug Turner; Republican cannabis entrepreneur and health care expert Duke Rodriguez, Democratic former U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland, and Republican former Rio Rancho mayor Gregg Hull. (AP Photo/Morgan Lee)
Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman, one of two Democratic candidates for New Mexico governor, campaigns at Quezada's Comedy Club at Santa Ana Pueblo, N.M. on April 28, 2026, ahead of a June 2 primary election. (AP Photo/Morgan Lee)
Former U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland, a Democratic candidate for governor of New Mexico, greets people outside a candidate forum in Rio Rancho, N.M., on April 28, 2026, ahead of a June 2 primary election. (AP Photo/Morgan Lee)
FILE - A pump jack operates at sunset in the Permian Basin near Loving, N.M., on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Susan Montoya Bryan, file)
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With the war in Iran and economic concerns putting pressure on consumers and how they spend their money, Whirlpool is having to adjust to Americans delaying big-ticket purchases while also raising prices to help stabilize its North American business. The company known for brands such as KitchenAid, Maytag and its namesake, said that the Iran war led to a 鈥渞ecession-level industry decline鈥 in America as consumer confidence collapsed in late February and March. Revenue dropped nearly 10% in the quarter as sales of major appliances in North America declined more than 7%.
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FILE - A logo for Whirlpool is seen at Riegelmann's Appliance on April 3, 2025, in Gresham, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File)
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Spring cleaning isn't just for homes. Carrying out the digital equivalent can help protect your personal data, according to cybersecurity experts. They say clearing out digital clutter like dormant accounts and forgotten files gives scammers fewer potential entry points. Start by deleting old photos and attachments to free up storage space. Cull your email by sorting your inbox by size, sender or date, and deleting the largest messages and big batches from prolific senders. Unsubscribe from unread newsletters and mailing lists. Free up more space by deleting unused apps, and make sure the apps you鈥檙e keeping are the latest versions. Experts also suggest reviewing your privacy settings. Upgrade to passkeys when possible for better protection.