Columbus, OH

Business Insider

Elon Musk was asked what would happen if Trump won the election and withdrew government support for EVs.

Elon Musk says a Trump presidency would be good for Tesla, but 'devastating' for its rivals

Colorado State

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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

24/7 Wall St.

24/7 Wall Street Insights Many of America’s richest women started companies with a spouse but continued to manage on their own. The top 1% of Americans in terms of net worth control most of the economy.  Women play a huge part in every industry. Also: 2 Dividend Legends to Hold Forever The top 1% of […]
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This Woman Is Worth Over $20 Billion and Most Americans Don’t Know Her Name

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman paved the way for the future with the $1.5 trillion Neom project, despite critics and detractors. How could this incredible, futuristic, groundbreaking gigaproject be called anything else if not the future? Neom City has brought the future into the present, and the Crown Prince chose a name so apt it got the world talking. Naming something that would become a beacon of futuristic thinking, pioneering visions, and a new way of life was no small task.

The story behind the naming of the $1.5 trillion Neom is as interesting as the gigaproject itself. Saudi Crown Prince MBS went through a pool of 2,000 suggested names before reducing it to one.

Both Bitcoin and Ethereum hiked by over 3% in the last trading session. Compared to ETH, BTC seemed overvalued at press time. Bitcoin and Ethereum have long been two of the market’s biggest cryptos. However, tribalism within the community has often placed them at opposite ends of any spectrum, which is why comparisons are common.

Bitcoin vs Ethereum – Every $1 invested in either of these cryptos will…

Gold prices fell sharply yesterday as investors reacted, as expected, to the latest U.S. inflation data, which came in below expectations. Gold is traditionally seen as a safe-haven asset in volatile economic times and tends to rise when inflation rises. However, the latest CPI data has changed market sentiment, and many market participants now believe that the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates. This has made gold less attractive, leading to a sharp sell-off.

Gold Crashes, Bitcoin Rockets, And Peter Schiff Is Not Happy About It

The recent failure of one of the top banks in the tech industry, Silicon Valley Bank, has led to concerns about a broader financial crisis that could have far-reaching consequences. The US Treasury, Federal Reserve, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) have taken extraordinary steps to prevent such a...

Silicon Valley Bank Depositors to Have Access to “All of Their Money” Following Government Intervention

El Salvador launches 160-hour Bitcoin certification for 80,000 civil servants. The program aims to enhance governance and build a Bitcoin-ready workforce. Argentina collaborates with El Salvador to learn from its Bitcoin adoption success. The El Salvador government, through its National Bitcoin Office (ONBTC), has embarked on an ambitious initiative to...

El Salvador launches civil servants Bitcoin certification, collaborates with Argentina

MarketRealist

Nicholas Puech, who owned a 5.7% stake in the luxury brand, has claimed he has nothing left in bank.

Hermès heir promised to leave $13 billion fortune to his gardener. Now, the money is gone

In January, when a scandal was brewing in Germany over its domestic carbon market, oil and gas giant Shell received a message on its online whistleblower portal: a Chinese emissions-reduction heating project on an oilfield it was involved in was actually a chicken farm. “I hope you will fulfill your...

A $5bn German scandal is driving green firms out of business

Florida State

Uncovering Florida

With hurricane season posing a consistent threat six months out of the year, who would not like a little help getting their home ready for the harsh weather to come? Senate Bill 7028: My Safe Florida Home Program, approved by Governor DeSantis on April 24, 2024, and effective as of July 1, appropriates a one-time total of $200 million from 2024 to 2025 for the purpose of funding hurricane mitigation grants and inspections, as well as outreach and administration costs, to support homeowners in Florida.

DeSantis Signs New Bill Giving $200 Million To Homeowners

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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HONG KONG (Reuters) -Chinese property company Kaisa Group on Tuesday announced an offshore debt restructuring agreement with a key group of bondholders, swapping existing debt into new notes and shares in the company.

Chinese property developer Kaisa, bondholders agree to restructure offshore debt

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The Lens

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

CoinDesk

Nigerian authorities have traced $50 million of cryptocurrency sent to support recent protests, local media reported.

Nigeria Court Freezes $38M of Crypto Allegedly Sent to Support Protests in the Country: Reports

US President Joe Biden defended his legacy and decades of service to the country in a rousing speech Monday, the opening night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Touting his record at home and abroad, Biden emphasized his part in rebuilding America’s role on the world stage. That...

Biden leaves successor with unfinished business in China, Middle East

Missouri State

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CJ Coombs

Denny's was once a staple of the American diner landscape. In recent years, it has had its ups and downs, especially post-pandemic. The dining habits of people also change. Some customers have a more discerning taste.

Denny's: a legacy of serving customers for over 65 years including 27 locations in Missouri

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

Chicago, IL

CHICAGO — Two of the puppet’s heads were easy to identify. One: A vampire-fanged Joe Biden, poking out of the collar of a paper-maché business suit. Two: A demonic Kamala Harris, poking out of the other side. As they milled around Union Park, the launch point for...

A protest carnival produces little heat in Chicago

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Ethiopia’s central bank governor calls currency float ‘transformative’

Ethiopia’s move to allow its currency to be traded on the open market instead of at a fixed rate could have a “transformative” impact on its...

Ethiopia’s central bank governor calls currency float ‘transformative’

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