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Oct 09 2024BUSINESS

New Casino Jumps to Second in State for Revenue and Visitors

Hard Rock Rockford’s new casino has made a big splash in Illinois! In its first full month of operation, it soared from ninth to second place in both gaming revenue and visitor numbers. The casino brought in $13.7 million and welcomed over 157,000 visitors in September. It didn't quite beat the top

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Oct 07 2024BUSINESS

New York's Big Park Plan: A Look at Metropolitan Park

Imagine a place where empty parking lots turn into green spaces, and asphalt transforms into a playground for both sports and entertainment. That’s the vision behind the new $8 billion Metropolitan Park project in New York City. This isn't your typical park; it will also include live music venues, a

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Oct 07 2024CRIME

When Crypto Goes Physical: A Gang's Ruthless Home Invasion Spree

Have you ever thought about the dark side of cryptocurrency? It might surprise you to know that it isn't just hackers who want a piece of your digital cash. Meet Remy Ra St. Felix, a 24-year-old from Florida, and his gang. They didn't sit behind computers to steal crypto. Instead, they invaded homes

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Oct 07 2024FINANCE

Crypto Taxes: The US Treasury Tightens Rules for Traders

Are you a crypto trader? The US government is about to make your life a little different. The Treasury Department and IRS have rolled out new rules that will change how cryptocurrency exchanges operate, especially when it comes to taxes. From now on, if you use a centralized exchange like Coinbase,

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Oct 07 2024CELEBRITIES

Joe Rogan's Religious Journey: Why He Didn't Join Tom Cruise's Faith

Recently, Joe Rogan sat down with author Will Storr on his JRE podcast. They talked about religion and how some people are drawn to it because of successful figures like actors. Rogan shared that he was almost pulled in by the same religious path as Tom Cruise. He was impressed by how many successfu

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Oct 07 2024FINANCE

Crypto Exchanges to Share Trade Info with IRS by 2026

Starting in 2026, the Treasury Department in the U.S. will make it mandatory for crypto exchanges like Coinbase to disclose the details of user transactions to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This move is aimed at reducing tax evasion through cryptocurrencies. Think of it like a report card that

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Oct 07 2024TECHNOLOGY

Unlock Your Samsung Galaxy Ring with Health Savings

Ever thought about using your health savings or flexible spending account (FSA/HSA) funds to buy the latest tech gadgets? Now you can! Introducing the Samsung Galaxy Ring, a innovative wearable that you can purchase with your healthcare dollars. But what's the deal with ZDNET's recommendations? Well

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Oct 06 2024POLITICS

Native Tribes Speak Out: A Casino Plan's Impact on Ancestral Lands

Patwin tribes in California are worried about a proposed casino project that threatens their ancestral lands. The Department of the Interior is pushing this plan, which would see an eight-story casino built by the Scotts Valley Pomo tribe on Patwin territory. This development could destroy cultural

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Oct 06 2024POLITICS

The Unexpected Aftermath: What's Next for Hezbollah?

When news broke that Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah, was assassinated, many in Israel breathed a sigh of relief. They hoped this would weaken or even dismantle the powerful group. However, history has shown us time and again that killing the leader of an insurgent organization rarely lead

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Oct 05 2024BUSINESS

A Yoga Tycoon's Tax Troubles: The Truth Comes Out

Imagine this – a yoga business mogul, Gregory Gumucio, 63, from Colorado, admitted to not paying over $2.5 million in taxes! This happened during a plea hearing at a New York federal court. Gumucio's yoga studio chain, known as "Yoga to the People," brought in loads of money – around $20 million in

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