Gainesville and Alachua County have a packed schedule for January 2026, offering a mix of literary events, historical lectures, music festivals, and theatrical performances. The month kicks off with a celebration of Jane Austen's 250th birthday at The Lynx Books, featuring guest author Lauren Groff
Starting in 2026, crypto companies in the EU will begin gathering tax details from users. This is part of the EU's DAC8 rules. Many people think this means the end of crypto privacy. But that's not quite true. The EU set January 1, 2026, as the start date for data collection. However, the first ful
In early 2026, the crypto world is buzzing with activity. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP are all on the rise. Bitcoin has climbed about 7%, while Ethereum is up nearly 9%. Many other altcoins are also seeing big gains. So, what's behind this surge? Experts point to several key factors. First, the end o
Iran has started taking cryptocurrency for its weapons sales. This is part of their plan to avoid international sanctions. The country's defense export center, Mindex, now says it accepts crypto payments. They sell all sorts of military gear, from rockets to communication tools. Iran has been selli
In the District, domestic violence is a serious issue that needs more attention. Recent data shows a worrying trend: strangulation cases have increased by 60%. This is a red flag because strangulation is a severe form of abuse. It can lead to fatal outcomes, with an 800% higher chance of homicide in
In a quiet part of Longmont, something unexpected happened. Police were busy at a house on Dexter Drive. They called it an active crime scene. One person was taken into custody, but no one knows why yet. Four people were taken to the hospital. Two had serious injuries. The other two were just being
In a significant move, the UK's financial regulator has penalized two former top finance executives from Carillion, a major construction company that went under in 2018. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) found that Richard Adam and Zafar Khan, both ex-finance chiefs, were aware of serious issues
Democrats are facing a tough situation with healthcare subsidies. They promised these subsidies as a temporary fix, but now they're fighting to keep them forever. It's a common trick they use: promise something short-term, then fight to make it permanent. This has led to a lot of government spending
Italy's current leader, Giorgia Meloni, recently spoke up against political violence. This happened after some young members of her party were hurt while putting up posters. The posters were to remember three young people killed in 1978. These three were part of a far-right group. Two were allegedly
Senate Republicans recently held a hearing to discuss the impeachment of certain judges. This move comes after President Trump and his supporters have been vocal about removing judges who have ruled against his policies. Democrats, however, see this as an attempt to pressure the judiciary into favor
