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JUSTTHENEWS (Misty Severi) - Washington paper mill implosion to become state's deadliest industrial disaster in modern history

Authorities believe 11 people were killed in the incident, but only eight have been confirmed so far. The other two fatalities were reported earlier this week.

AXIOS (Kelly Tyko) - Dollar stores, off-price chains and Best Buy all sent the same message: Value matters

American shoppers are still spending — but they're becoming pickier about where their money goes. Why it matters: Results Thursday from Dollar Tree, Burlington, Best Buy and Kohl's suggest that consumers are still willing to spend on bargains and small indulgences — yet are becoming increasingly selective as higher gas prices and other everyday costs pressure household budgets. The big picture: Retailers gaining traction right now are the ones giving shoppers clear value , convenience or a reason to spend. - Dollar Tree CEO Mike Creedon said customers remain "value focused" as higher fuel prices and broader economic uncertainty pressure budgets. - "People still want to treat themselves," Creedon said, describing Dollar Tree as a…

JUSTTHENEWS (Misty Severi) - CBS defends Colbert cancellation by revealing revenue loss

The network announced it was pulling the plug on the iconic program last year because of "financial reasons," and said the decision to end the show after 10 seasons was not a reflection on the years-long host.

AXIOS (Barak Ravid) - Vance says U.S. and Iran are "very close" to a deal

Vice President JD Vance said Thursday that the U.S. and Iran were "very close" to a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that would extend the ceasefire by 60 days, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and launch talks on limiting Tehran's nuclear program. Why it matters: The signing of the MOU would be the most significant diplomatic breakthrough since the war started, but a final agreement tackling President Trump 's nuclear demands would require further intensive negotiations. - Trump and his advisers thought they were close to a deal several times at earlier stages in the war, but talks repeatedly stalled. Driving the news: U.S. and Iranian negotiators have reached an agreement on a 60-day MOU, but Trump has yet to give his final approval,…