Tech billionaire and innovative serial entrepreneur Elon Musk offered his answer to an important question published by Nayib Bukele — President of El Salvador, the state that adopted Bitcoin as a national currency several years ago. Musk engages in discussion with "Bitcoin country president" Bukele. Bukele asked perhaps a...

Elon Musk Responds to Bitcoin El Salvador President Nayib Bukele's Vital Question

An unexpected move that has captivated the cryptocurrency sector and beyond, the US government delivered around $2 billion worth of Bitcoin to an unnamed recipient. Much speculation has arisen as a result of this massive transaction regarding the motivations behind the transfer and any potential political implications. The Evolution Of...

Market Jitters: $2 Billion Bitcoin Transfer By US Gov’t Raises Eyebrows

Virginia State

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Ronkonkoma, NY

Cheryl E Preston

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

The S&P 500 has produced a positive return 100% of the time during the second half of election years involving an incumbent president. The S&P 500 has returned an average 4% during the second half of presidential election years, but it has returned an average of 11% when the election involved an incumbent (like Joe Biden in 2024).

This Stock Market Indicator Has Been 100% Accurate Since 1964. It Signals a Big Move in the 2nd Half of 2024.

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Chipmakers including Nvidia, TSMC and ASML were down on Wednesday as the Biden administration reportedly considers tighter China trade restrictions.

Nvidia and other chip stocks tumble on report the Biden administration is weighing tighter China trade restrictions

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Florida State

Uncovering Florida

Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

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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

Indiana State

POLITICO

Some state lawmakers say they want to protect pension fund investments in China from becoming collateral damage in a possible Indo-Pacific conflict.

‘Circle the wagons’: State pension funds are dumping Chinese investments

Aurora, CO

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

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Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

Bucks County Beacon

As chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor & Pensions, Senator Bernie Sanders released a June report entitled “ By the Wealthy, for the Wealthy: The Coordinated Attacks on Public Education in the United States .” The report is a brief but thorough (16 pages of text, 4 pages of footnotes) takedown of the current wave of attempts to end public education as we know it.

Senator Bernie Sanders Warns in New Report of Right-Wing Billionaire Plot to Sabotage Public Education in Order to Privatize It

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Steve B Howard

Okay, here are the final four most reliable cars ever built (according to what I was able to find). If you read the first two articles I wrote you already know Japanese cars rank high on this list. If you haven't read those articles yet, well here is your chance.

Most Reliable Cars: The Final Four

Charisma reveals that Megachurch pastor Joel Osteen has been criticized again for what are considered to be insensitive comments. On his Twitter/X account, the Texas preacher said the following.

Virginia ministers weigh in on Joel Osteen's comments about blessings

Most Americans want Donald Trump to drop out of the race. Most Americans believe Trump is dishonest. Most Americans reject Trump’s vision for the country. And most Americans don’t trust Trump to handle a crisis.

AP-NORC Poll: About 60 Percent of Americans Want Trump to Withdraw from Presidential Race

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

A new initiative aims to provide housing for vulnerable Medicaid members, enhancing community wellness and support. MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. - In a significant move to tackle housing instability among Medicaid recipients, New Jersey's Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman, along with Community Affairs Commissioner Jacquelyn A. Suárez, today announced the availability of $95 million in funding for developers. This initiative, part of the Healthy Homes program, is designed to create affordable housing opportunities for NJ FamilyCare members who are either homeless, at risk of homelessness, or currently living in institutional settings.

$95 Million for Healthy Homes: Housing for Medicaid Members

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Nancy Pelosi disclosed her husband's recent stock trades, which include a set of AI-related names. Paul Pelosi purchased shares of Nvidia and call options on Broadcom, and sold shares of Tesla. Trading activity by members of Congress has come under increasing scrutiny in recent years. Representative Nancy Pelosi disclosed stock...

Nancy Pelosi disclosed stock market trades made by her husband. He loaded up on AI plays like Nvidia and sold Tesla.

This summer could witness a surge in certain cryptocurrencies, poised to turn investors into millionaires. As the crypto market evolves, a few altcoins are showing strong potential for significant gains. Dive into this article to discover which digital assets are primed for explosive growth and could lead the charge in creating new financial success stories.

Nashville, NC

Donald Trump headlined the biggest bitcoin conference of the year in Nashville on Saturday afternoon. It's quite the 180-turn after he very publicly dismissed bitcoin when he was in the White House. The Republican presidential nominee also held an accompanying fundraiser in Nashville, with tickets topping out at $844,600. Bitcoin...

Trump proposes strategic national crypto stockpile: 'Never sell your bitcoin'

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U.S. Urges Investors to Tap Into El Salvador’s Bitcoin-Boosted Economy

The U.S. Department of State recommends American and global investors to explore business opportunities in El Salvador. El Salvador’s economic growth is attributed to policies by...

U.S. Urges Investors to Tap Into El Salvador’s Bitcoin-Boosted Economy

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