The Cryptocurrency Scam That Turned a Small Town Against Itself
How did a successful, financially sophisticated banker gamble his community’s money away?
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SEC will drop lawsuit against Coinbase, cryptocurrency company says
The Securities and Exchange Commission will drop its lawsuit against Coinbase pending approval, the cryptocurrency company said. In 2023, The U.S. alleged Coinbase was operating as an unregistered ...CBS News - 1d -
The small caps disappoint
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Can Europe afford to defend itself without the US?
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Cryptocurrency theft of £1.1bn could be biggest ever
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Kerr's new-look small-ball lineup faces stiff challenges
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Fluffy Scottish Highland bull on the loose in Connecticut town, evading capture for days
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Five detained at protest in Swiss town where AfD leader Weidel lives
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America has turned on its friends
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Once high-flying Bluebird Bio sells itself to private equity after tough times for the gene therapy maker
Bluebird Bio will sell itself to private equity firms Carlyle and SK Capital for about $30 million, the company said Friday.CNBC - 1d -
Consumers turn to renting chickens as egg prices soar
As the bird flu outbreak impacts egg shortages and prices, some people are turning to renting or buying backyard chickens.CBS News - 1d -
This 1 Small Change to Every Email Is the ‘Most Effective Thing You Can Do’ Says Communications Expert
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How test-time scaling unlocks hidden reasoning abilities in small language models (and allows them to outperform LLMs)
A 1B small language model can beat a 405B large language model in reasoning tasks if provided with the right test-time scaling strategy.VentureBeat - 1d -
Semona leads Stonehill against Wagner
Stonehill Skyhawks (14-13, 6-6 NEC) at Wagner Seahawks (12-13, 4-8 NEC) Staten Island, New York; Thursday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Stonehill visits Wagner after Louie Semona scored 30 points in ...ABC News - 3d -
Georgia Republican faces town hall backlash over DOGE's 'chainsaw approach' to federal cuts
Rep. Rich McCormick, who represents a safe GOP district, came under harsh criticism that focused on the Trump administration’s moves to slash federal jobs and budgets.NBC News - 1d -
At town halls, Republicans feel the heat from Trump and Musk's firing and cutting spree
Republicans members of Congress who held town halls back home this week got an earful from constituents upset about Donald Trump and Elon Musk's firing spree.NBC News - 1d -
Toxic Town: Jodie Whittaker is absolutely flawless as she battles real-life injustice
The hasty regeneration of Corby’s old steelworks poisoned a generation. Now the story of how it came to court is told in a harrowing, if slightly melodramatic, new Netflix series. Jack Thorne ...The Guardian - 15h -
Watch LeBron James turn back the clock with monster dunk
It came in what was an ugly loss by the Lakers, who led by 13 in the third quarter but lost to the Hornets.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Netanyahu says Gazan woman, not Shiri Bibas, was turned over by Hamas
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Bill Berloni turns rescue dogs into stars of stage and screen
For nearly 50 years, Bill Berloni has trained dogs for television, movies and theater—transforming shelter pets into showbiz sensations. Nancy Chen looks at his approach and the lessons he's ...CBS News - 1d -
How Tony winner Bill Berloni turns rescue dogs into stars of stage
His current roster of performers includes Bowdie, who starred as Nana in "Peter Pan Live," and Myrtle, who plays Charlotte York's dog in "And Just Like That ..."CBS News - 1d -
Hamas turns over correct body of hostage Shiri Bibas
Hostage Shiri Bibas's body has been returned to Israel after Hamas turned over the wrong body on Thursday.ABC News - 14h -
In Syria, Joy at al-Assad’s Demise Turns to Fear of Israeli Raids
Villagers say they worry that incursions into border areas of Syria by Israel’s military could turn into a prolonged occupation. Israel says the raids are needed to protect the border.The New York Times - 12h -
‘Traditional flavours and modern ideas’ turn Swedish buns into a TikTok delight
The ‘fantasticallly delicious’ semla has gone from a simple Nordic springtime favourite to a Noma-approved delicacy. The earliest version of the Swedish semla was a 16th-century plain bread bun ...The Guardian - 15h -
Shocked by Trump, Europe Turns Its Hopes to Germany’s Election
Germany’s economy is stalled and its politics fractured. But it sees an opening for a new chancellor to lead Europe’s response to a changing America.The New York Times - 8h -
Manslaughter charges against Liam Payne's friend dropped
Roger Nores and two workers from the hotel where the singer died will no longer face prosecution.BBC News - 2d -
Democratic governors push back against Trump
With Democrats in the minority in Washington, D.C., it could be up to governors to mount the party's opposition to President Trump's agenda. Ofirah Yheskel, director of external affairs for the ...CBS News - 1d -
DOJ dropping immigration case against Musk's SpaceX
The Department of Justice (DOJ) said Thursday it is planning to drop its lawsuit against Elon Musk's SpaceX, which alleged the company discriminated against refugees and asylees during the hiring ...The Hill - 1d -
What is educational redlining and why is Trump against it?
Geographic assignment forces American families to “pay” for access to local public schools via their mortgages.The Hill - 1d -
Smith 'not worried' by absence of pace trio against England
Australia's stand-in captain Steve Smith says he is "not worried" about the absence of his three key fast bowlers for their Champions Trophy opener against England.BBC News - 1d -
Pennsylvania secures 88-75 win against Dartmouth
Led by Nick Spinoso's 23 points, the Pennsylvania Quakers defeated the Dartmouth Big Green 88-75ABC News - 18h -
Murray State Racers square off against the Southern Illinois Salukis
Southern Illinois Salukis (12-15, 7-9 MVC) vs. Murray State Racers (13-14, 7-9 MVC) Carbondale, Illinois; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Racers -1.5; over/under is 137.5 BOTTOM ...ABC News - 3d -
'Survivor' alum Brandon Hantz charged in indictment against Bandidos motorcycle gang
Brandon Hantz, who competed twice on 'Survivor,' was among 14 people named in a federal indictment accusing the Bandidos bike gang of racketeering and violent crimes.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Trump Dismantles Government Fight Against Foreign Influence Operations
Dozens of employees who had been working to fight foreign interference in U.S. elections have been reassigned or forced out, according to current and former officials.The New York Times - 2d -
Hargreaves Lansdown chief warns against scrapping cash Isa
Removing tax breaks on the popular saving product would be ‘dangerous’, says Dan OlleyFinancial Times - 1d -
Jenni Hermoso to appeal against World Cup kiss case verdict
Luis Rubiales was found guilty of kissing player Jenni Hermoso without her consent and fined €10,800.BBC News - 1d -
Justice Dept. to Drop Discrimination Case Against Elon Musk’s SpaceX
The Justice Department had sued SpaceX in 2023, accusing the company of violating federal law by refusing to hire refugees and people granted asylum in the United States.The New York Times - 1d -
Windhorst claims Warriors ‘going against the grain' by adding Butler
ESPN analyst Brian Windhorst believes the Golden State Warriors deviated from NBA norms by trading for Jimmy Butler.Yahoo Sports - 1d
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Berkshire Posts Gain in Profits, Boosted by U.S. Treasury Holdings
Warren Buffett’s conglomerate held $334 billion in cash at the end of 2024, helping to stabilize earnings in the face of declines at more than half of the nearly 200 businesses it operates.The New York Times - 3h -
Wall Street Is Getting Antsy With Trump
The contrasting reactions between the overflow and V.I.P. areas at a Trump event encapsulated the finance world’s worries about the new administration’s first month.The New York Times - 12h -
Officials Are Fired at Traffic Safety Agency Investigating Musk’s Company
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has raised questions about crashes involving Tesla’s self-driving technology.The New York Times - 7h -
Comparing Elon Musk and Jack Welch as Influential Cost-Cutters
Elon Musk’s hyperfocus on the bottom line has made him influential in Washington and Silicon Valley. How does that compare with the last famous cost-cutter, Jack Welch?The New York Times - 9h -
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