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A Temple University researcher discovered a wildflower species that exists nowhere else on Earth, hiding in plain sight in New Jersey's Pine Barrens for thousands of years. The finding could secure new protections for the rare plant.
New Jersey is handing out 770 free World Cup tickets to youth soccer players, healthcare heroes, and families of deployed troops. The tickets cover seven matches at MetLife Stadium, making soccer's biggest event accessible to those who deserve it most.
MetLife Stadium will host the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, giving New Jersey soccer players a once-in-a-lifetime chance to compete on the world's biggest stage in their own backyard. Local pros say the tournament will inspire the next generation of American soccer talent.
A solar-powered floating observatory has returned to life three miles off the Jersey Shore, opening new doors for ocean research, student training, and sustainable technology development. The collaboration between universities and state agencies positions New Jersey as a leader in marine innovation.
Auckland FC went from a billionaire's idea to championship winners in just 970 days, bringing New Zealand its first A-League Men's title. The new soccer club's fairytale rise shows what's possible when vision meets execution. ##
Thousands of soccer fans across New Jersey, New York City, and Mexico gathered to break the world record for the largest sports sticker exchange, swapping Panini World Cup stickers ahead of next week's final. From first-timers to dedicated collectors completing entire sets, the event brought fans together in celebration of the beautiful game.
Small government grants are proving their worth in New Jersey, where startups turned $26 million in seed funding into $524 million in follow-up investment and nearly 1,800 new jobs. The results show how strategic early support helps young companies grow without forcing them to relocate.
New Zealand's under-15 girls soccer team dominated an eight-nation Oceania tournament in Fiji, winning all their matches including a 12-0 victory in the final. The tournament gave young players their first taste of international competition without high-stakes pressure.
New Jersey's new governor signed two executive orders on her first day to freeze electricity rates and fast-track massive solar and battery storage expansion. The state aims to add 3 gigawatts of solar capacity and hundreds of megawatts of battery storage within months.
Middlesex, New Jersey residents can now slash their electricity bills by nearly half without installing a single solar panel. A new community solar partnership lets renters and homeowners alike tap into clean energy with zero upfront costs.
A privately funded soccer academy in New Zealand has produced 78 national team players in just seven years, including nearly half of the squad that recently defeated Chile 4-1. Chairman Rob Morrison invests millions annually to fill gaps in the country's soccer development system.
A new $53 million museum celebrating Bruce Springsteen and American music history opens Saturday in Long Branch, New Jersey, where The Boss was born. The center features rare artifacts from music legends and tells the story of protest through song.
New Jersey started 2026 with a much-needed employment boost, adding 6,000 jobs in January while the unemployment rate fell to 5.2%. Private sector growth is leading the charge, with professional services, healthcare, and construction creating thousands of new opportunities for Garden State workers.
New Jersey just made it easier for legal cannabis businesses to grow, with $5 million in grants still available to help small companies cover compliance costs. Licensed operators can get up to $75,000 to reimburse expenses tied to meeting state regulations.
New Jersey just became the tenth state to let residents plug in small solar panels without permits or utility approval, opening clean energy access to hundreds of thousands who couldn't go solar before. The bill passed with zero opposing votes and support from up to 82% of voters.
New Jersey just made it easier to say no to unnecessary plastic forks and ketchup packets. Starting August, restaurants will only give you single-use items when you actually ask for them.
New Jersey's drinking water just got dramatically safer. A Rutgers study found that toxic "forever chemicals" dropped by half thanks to the state's groundbreaking regulations.
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill is tackling sky-high electricity costs while protecting the state's green energy future. Her solution uses existing clean energy funds to give residents immediate bill relief without abandoning long-term climate goals.
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A space rock that crashed through a bedroom ceiling in New Jersey last year turned out to be one of the rarest meteorites ever found on Earth. Scientists just discovered it contains amino acids and evidence of ancient salty water from the dawn of our solar system.
New Jersey restaurants now only give out plastic utensils and condiments when customers ask, cutting waste headed to beaches and oceans. The August 1st law could save Shore town businesses money while protecting coastal waters.
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