Columbus, OH

McDonald’s Instagram account seemingly hacked to promote Solana token ‘Grimace’. NBA All-Star Jimmy Butler and Ben ‘BitBoy’ Armstrong agree to settle Binance-related class action lawsuit. The following is adapted from The Block’s newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons. Happy Wednesday! In today's...

The Daily: McDonald's Instagram hacked to promote token, Aave launches on Era mainnet, Butler and BitBoy to settle lawsuit and more

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

Los Angeles County, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

The low price of Bitcoin when it was launched and how much the digital asset has grown over the years has been a constant source of regret and awe for investors who found out about the cryptocurrency early. Mainly, the potential to turn a small amount into millions is what has drawn countless investors into Bitcoin and to the crypto industry. So, this report takes a look at how much you would’ve made if you spent $100 buying BTC 14 years ago from today.

Here’s How Much You Would Have If You Bought $100 In Bitcoin 14 Years Ago

The Motley Fool

Certain items can sell within just 24 hours on Facebook Marketplace. Read on to find out what items sell quickly and how to improve your selling odds.

4 Things You Can Sell Fast on Facebook Marketplace

If you’ve visited a drive-thru recently and noticed things seem a little different, you’re not alone. Restaurants have begun testing forms of artificial intelligence (AI) in food service in an attempt to simplify the ordering process for workers and create a smoother experience for guests. While you might expect tasks such as phone call routing to become automated, some restaurants are taking it a step (or two) further.

Taco Bell Just Announced a Major Drive-Thru Change

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Mark Zuckerberg on Monday predicted a future where hundreds of millions of people regularly wear AI-powered smart glasses like Meta's Ray-Bans.

Mark Zuckerberg predicts a future where nearly everyone is wearing AI-powered smart glasses

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McDonald's global comparable sales dropped 1%. CEO Chris Kempczinski said the company hadn't homed in strongly enough on value.

McDonald's just admitted that it's too expensive, and it's driving some customers away

Some fast food chains are struggling to boost sales, but Taco Bell is going from strength to strength.

Taco Bell is giving customers exactly what they want right now: cheap fast food

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

If you’ve been wondering what’s on the menu at Starbucks this fall, you’re in luck, as most of the menu has just been leaked. The fall menu at Starbucks is perhaps the most anticipated of the year, as we enter the season of Pumpkin Spiced Lattes and warm, cinnamon muffins.

What’s on the Starbucks fall menu 2024? All leaked items

Georgia State

Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

Learn how to make money on Facebook Marketplace from successful users. Improve your listings and increase your earnings with these insider strategies.

How to Make Money on Facebook Marketplace

The entertainment giant reported weaker-than-expected results in its theme parks division, highlighting a broader consumer spending pullback.

Disney's theme parks are struggling, and it's another warning sign for the economy

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

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"Of all the companies to go woke this is a shame," one Facebook user wrote.

Fact Check: Harley-Davidson Sales Dropped 40% After Motorcycle Maker Announced DEI Initiatives?

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Ho's stake in the newly-public company is worth nearly $70 million. Bloomberg estimates his family's fortune at $13 billion.

Meet the 29-year-old son of a casino billionaire who just took his influencer and esports company public

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…

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Aldi is known for great deals, but the store may not be the best option for some shoppers. Here are 14 reasons why people no longer love Aldi (according to Reddit).

14 Reasons Aldi Is Losing Popularity, According to Reddit

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McDonald's Instagram account seemingly hacked to promote Solana token 'Grimace'

The fast-food chain’s Instagram account appeared to have been hacked to promote a Solana memecoin. GRIMACE token shot to a market capitalization of $20 million before...

McDonald's Instagram account seemingly hacked to promote Solana token 'Grimace'

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