San Francisco-based cross-border payments company Ripple announced on Friday that it had begun testing its USD-backed stablecoin on its native blockchain, XRP Ledger, and the second largest crypto network, Ethereum (ETH). Ripple revealed earlier this year that it would launch its own stablecoin as it forays into the $160 billion...

XRP Set For $160 Billion Market Shake-up As Ripple Kicks Off Testing Of Its Much-Hyped Stablecoin

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60 Million XRP Withdrawal Stuns Major Crypto Exchange

BitMEX, a leading cryptocurrency derivatives exchange, has announced the listing of a new NEIROUSDT perpetual swap contract, which offers traders the opportunity to leverage their positions up to 10 times. The listing began trading today at 04:00 UTC, according to BitMEX Blog. Contract Specifications. The NEIROUSDT perpetual swap contract allows...

BitMEX Lists NEIROUSDT Perpetual Swap with Up to 10x Leverage

Since the Gemini credit card launched in April 2022, customers have reportedly earned millions in crypto rewards. Cardholders who kept their crypto rewards “saw them more than double thanks to the recent crypto bull run.”. Here’s how Gemini credit card crypto rewards have performed:. The average value of...

Digital Assets Firm Gemini Shares Update on Crypto Rewards Earned By Consumers via Credit Card Transactions

In the last 7 days, the Crypto market passed through a stroke with a significant dip on Monday, followed by an impressive market recovery taking Bitcoin from $53,000 to $60,000 back. \. Despite the market being so uncertain, whales always accumulate tokens and here are some of the top picks...

Crypto Whales’ Favorite Altcoins for Early August 2024 – Top Picks Unveiled

Tether Operations Limited, the leading company in the digital asset industry, has announced a $3 million strategic investment in the Kem app, a platform focusing on money transfers and financial management. This initiative will introduce Tether’s stablecoin, USD₮, to Kem’s platform, aiming to drive widespread cryptocurrency adoption across the Middle East, according to tether.io.

Tether (USDT) Commits $3M to Kem for Financial Inclusion in the Middle East

Pompano Beach, FL

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In a shocking revelation, Kings Mart, a grocery store in Pompano Beach, has been slapped with a series of severe health violations by the Florida Department of Agriculture. The inspection, carried out by Francis Odio, uncovered a disturbing range of problems that have led to the immediate closure of several sections of the store.

An inspection found bugs in the food and rodent poop on the shelves at a Florida grocery store

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David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Polk County, FL

Fort Meade, FL

Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

J. Souza

Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas, a $1.35 billion behemoth of the sea, has recently been introduced to the world since its maiden voyage on July 19th. The ship, boasting nearly 5,700 passengers and a crew of over 2,200, offers an array of amenities designed to cater to multi-generational families on shorter 3- and 4-day itineraries.

Cruise Passengers Not Happy About Feature on World's Newest Mega Ship

Denver, CO

More dangerous substances are entering the Denver drug supply, Harm Reduction Action Center warned in a newsletter this week. “The Iron Law of Prohibition posits that as law enforcement becomes more intense, the potency of prohibited substances increases,” HRAC Executive Director Lisa Raville wrote in the newsletter. That is exactly what is happening, she said.

Dangerous substances entering Denver drug supply

Investing in certain cryptos with a modest amount today could potentially yield significant returns by 2025. This article dives into the promising coins that are poised for exceptional growth. Discover which altcoins might transform a small investment into a fortune, sparking excitement among both new and seasoned crypto enthusiasts. BlastUP...

Why Investing $1K in These Altcoins Now Could Make You a Millionaire by 2025

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This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Law Commission of England and Wales is urging the United Kingdom government to create a new personal property category for digital assets, in a report advocating for legal reforms to better account for the unique features of digital assets. The Law Commission is...

Law Commission proposes new property category for digital assets in UK

The resolution of Ripple’s SEC lawsuit could drive XRP’s price higher. The expansion of Ripple’s blockchain and lower interest rates could bring back more investors. But investors shouldn’t ignore its competitive and macro challenges. XRP's price could soar once it resolves its biggest near-term challenges. XRP...

The Ultimate Cryptocurrency to Buy With $1,000

The Current GA

Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

Plymouth, MA

Dianna Carney

The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

Camden, NJ

Cornelius, NC

Morristown Minute

CAMDEN, N.J. – Lisa Smith, 61, of Cornelius, North Carolina, has admitted to her role in a fraudulent scheme involving over $3.5 million in Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today that Smith pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Karen M. Williams in Camden federal court on July 17, 2024, to a charge of bank fraud conspiracy.

Woman Pleads Guilty to $3.5M COVID Relief Scam

Morristown, NJ

NEWARK, N.J. – Sixteen individuals have been charged in connection with a widespread "grandparent scam" that defrauded elderly Americans out of millions of dollars. The charges were announced by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

16 Charged in Nationwide 'Grandparent Scam'; Millions Stolen

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Molton Smith and his neighbors say they’re blindsided by a $4,500 annual property tax hike for a dredging project they never agreed to. “It’s forever,” says Smith. “The Hogpen Creek special district just came out of left field.”

Intracoastal West residents face $4,500 annual tax that many say was a surprise

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dYdX (DYDX) Unveils Unlimited Trading Platform with New Features

DYdX, a leading decentralized finance (DeFi) platform, has announced the upcoming release of dYdX Unlimited, slated for this fall. The new platform promises a suite of...

dYdX (DYDX) Unveils Unlimited Trading Platform with New Features

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