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States May Turn to Crypto in 2025 as Policy Shifts
As enthusiasm for digital currencies rises, questions about public investment in the speculative asset class is growing.Inc. - 1h -
Inside how No. 1 Tennessee used a boatload of Jordan Gainey to beat Illinois at its own game and stay unbeaten
Here's how Tennessee turned a game that featured all the ingredients for a loss into a winCBS Sports - 1d -
Inside the Intricate Process of How an N.H.L. Player Chooses His Stick
The brightest stars in hockey design their sticks according to their job descriptions. But they can customize them even more to maximize their game.The New York Times - 1d -
How a cult-favorite $60 beach tote turned Bogg Bag into a $100 million a year business
Kim Vaccarella started her business after repeated attempts to find the perfect bag to take to the beach.CNBC - 2d -
‘It’s game over for facts’: how vibes came to rule everything from pop to politics
From voters picking up ‘bad vibes’ to the Brat girl summer, vague instincts now make the world go round. Does this represent a crisis of seriousness or has it always been feelings that make us ...The Guardian - 2d -
How America Turned Allies into Enemies in Afghanistan
The United States killed its own allies, sabotaging itself in a part of Afghanistan where it never needed to be.The New York Times - 3d -
What is 'debanking,' and why is the crypto industry upset?
"Debanking" refers to the process of a bank closing a customer's account that it deems poses a financial, legal, regulatory or reputational risk.The Hill - 3d -
Scottie Pippen and the heady rise of the athlete turned crypto bro
Sports stars are rushing to promote coins and exchanges. But they are stepping into a world of which they often have scant knowledge. Scottie Pippen is selling out his NBA legacy again, to be world ...The Guardian - 3d -
A look at the growing political storm unleashed by South Korean president's martial law decree
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has made a fiery televised statement, defending his short-lived martial law decree as a necessary act of governanceABC News - 4d -
Inside PNG’s NRL deal: how the licence was won and what comes next | Jack Snape
The intervention of Peter V’landys proved crucial in getting the long-anticipated agreement over the line but some uncertainty remains. Into the increasing geopolitical contest of the Pacific will ...The Guardian - 4d -
St. John's Red Storm vs. Bryant Bulldogs: How to watch NCAA Basketball online, TV channel, live stream info, start time
How to watch St. John's vs. Bryant basketball gameCBS Sports - 4d -
How Trump's 'border czar' is envisioning his mass deportation plan: From the Politics Desk
Trump's border czar, Tom Homan, has outlined the incoming administration's mass deportation plans over the course of 20 media interviews.NBC News - 4d -
Inside Syria's Sadnaya prison and GOP considers how to push Trump agenda: Morning Rundown
One of Syria’s most notorious jails contains evidence of the Assad regime’s brutal crackdown on dissent.NBC News - 5d -
How Project Repat Turns Scraps Into Socks
The three-time Inc. 5000 honoree has joined the circular economy.Inc. - 5d -
How tech's right-wing elite made 'debanking' claims into a political rallying point
The allegation is that banks, under pressure from the Biden administration, have unfairly “debanked” people who work with cryptocurrency.NBC News - 6d -
How Crypto Insiders Turned ‘Debanking’ Into a Political Storm
Concerns that crypto companies are being purposely cut off from the global banking system have become a political cudgel at an opportune moment for the industry.The New York Times - 6d -
Storm Darragh showed me how unprepared my family – and Britain – are for disaster | Gaby Hinsliff
After just 12 hours without power, we were cold, isolated and facing the fact that everyday life is far more precarious than it seems. It was the cold that woke me up. Some time in the early hours ...The Guardian - 6d -
The Inside Story of How Juan Soto Landed a Record-Setting Contract
Soto’s deal with the New York Mets is the largest in the history of professional sports. This is why he left the Yankees for a crosstown rival.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
Crypto industry flexed its political muscles in 2024 election
The price of Bitcoin hit record highs after President-elect Donald Trump's win. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse explains why the crypto industry poured millions into super-PACs ahead of the election.CBS News - Dec. 8 -
Crypto industry spent big during the election. How it might impact Washington.
Crypto companies contributed a third of all direct corporate contributions to super PACs this election, supporting dozens of candidates.CBS News - Dec. 8 -
My nightmare before Christmas dinner: top chefs and cooks reveal how they turned fiasco into feast
Turkey troubles, thieving pets, fire drills – all manner of things can jeopardise the most important meal of the year. Chef -owner at Chez Roux and former chef- patron at Le ...The Guardian - Dec. 8 -
In Just 22 Years, Peter Thiel Turned $2,000 Into $5 Billion, Tax-Free. Here’s How
Granted, Thiel’s Roth IRA return is astronomical, but the approach he used can be broadly applied.Inc. - Dec. 8 -
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Storm Darragh in the UK + Political Storms in France
And, Donald Trump returns to the world stage.BBC News - Dec. 7 -
How Kobe Bryant Turned $6 Million Into $400 Million–and Sparked James Harden’s Business Investing Career
Kobe Bryant encouraged James Harden to create a ‘pot’ of money for investing, a decision that paid off for both.Inc. - Dec. 7 -
Trump to attend Notre Dame reopening as Macron weathers political storm
US president-elect returns to world stage at high-profile celebration that belies growing crisis in French politics. The restored Gothic spire of Notre Dame is to provide a dramatic backdrop for ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
Money, lawyers or boosting Farage on X: how Elon Musk could affect UK politics
The billionaire, having helped Trump regain the White House, is reportedly turning his interest to Britain. Elon Musk appears to have many obsessions. The world’s richest man is evangelical about ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
How the SEC influenced the start of a crypto-backed super PAC
Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of cryptocurrency company Ripple, says the major crypto-industry funded super PAC in the 2024 election was inspired by what he calls the SEC's "war on crypto."CBS News - Dec. 6 -
Family bought an abandoned train car from 1909 for $3,000 and turned it into an Airbnb that brings in over $90,000 a year—take a look inside
Isaac French and his family converted a 100-year-old train car into an Airbnb that's projected to earn over $100,000 in 2024.CNBC - Dec. 6 -
How a Book From 1981 Anticipated This Political Moment
Two columnists sit down to discuss two books that crystallize this period in America.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
This mammoth year of elections has shown how badly global politics is neglecting women | Michelle Bachelet
There’s a disconnect between citizens and leaders. Including everyone in politics is the best way to ensure a new era of equality. Michelle Bachelet is a former president of Chile This has been ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
How the chip war could turn under Trump
From tariffs to AI demand, US companies are pondering what comes nextFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
'I know how dramatic it was in real life': Michael Mann chats about 'The Insider'
Director Michael Mann spoke between a double feature of 'The Insider' and 'Heat,' kicking off a new screening series hosted by the Los Angeles Film Critics Assn.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 5 -
Bitcoin storms above $100,000 as bets on Trump fuel crypto euphoria
The total value of the cryptocurrency market has almost doubled over the year so far to hit a record just shy of $3.8 trillion, according to data provider CoinGecko. Bitcoin's march from the ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
How an Irish YouTuber turned a niche following into millions for charities with holiday livestreams
An Irish YouTuber hopes to raise millions of dollars for charity this holiday season — and is using a popular gaming technology to rally his fans around the causeABC News - Dec. 4 -
Political chaos in South Korea: what is martial law and what comes next after Yoon Suk Yeol’s U-turn?
Six hours after stunning the country by declaring martial law, Yoon reversed his decision and faced calls to step down. South Korea’s president, Yoon Suk Yeol, on Tuesday declared martial law, ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
The GOP's new task: Turning Trump voters into full-fledged Republicans: From the Politics Desk
Even with their success, this election revealed a challenge for Republicans going forward: The “Trump coalition” and the “GOP coalition” are not quite the same.NBC News - Dec. 3 -
How to Turn ‘Boring’ Businesses Into Cash-Flow Machines
In ‘Main Street Millionaire,’ Codie Sanchez describes how to make money buying the types of businesses that most people ignore.Inc. - Dec. 3 -
How an American steel takeover became a political firestorm
A Japanese company’s plan to buy US Steel is challenging the country’s long-standing policy towards foreign investmentFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
How Washington reacted to the Hunter Biden pardon: From the Politics Desk
Welcome to the online version of From the Politics Desk, an evening newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the ...NBC News - Dec. 2
