A major crypto trader faced a steep hit of about $8. 2 million after a risky move on the ARC perpetuals market went south on Lighter, a platform that handles decentralized derivatives. The trader had piled up a huge long position over several days, which pushed the total open interest in ARC to roug
AI‑focused coins surged late on Wednesday after Nvidia posted a record quarterly haul and saw its data‑center sales hit new highs. The top performer was NEAR, the token that fuels the AI‑ready blockchain NEAR Protocol, which leapt more than 16 %. FET, a collaborative AI token, climbed 8. 20 %,
The former U. S. Secretary of State is set to speak privately before a congressional group that is looking into the late Jeffrey Epstein. The meeting will happen on Thursday, but it is not clear how much fresh detail the Clintons will share. Hillary Clinton has said she does not have much new inf
A recent survey revealed that many Americans agree with former President Donald Trump’s call to remove undocumented immigrants, yet they sharply reject the aggressive tactics used by enforcement agencies. The poll found that 61 % of respondents endorse deportation, a figure that climbs to 92 % among
A Norwegian former foreign minister, Borg Brende, has stepped down as the head of the World Economic Forum after an external probe looked into his past meetings with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Brende had led the organization since 2017 and said his resignation comes after a thorough
The next election in Hungary is more than a vote for a new government; it’s a test of the country’s direction. Some say it will decide whether Hungary stays firmly in Europe or leans toward authoritarian allies to the east. The main contest is between Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s long‑running party
In New Mexico, lawmakers have a short 30‑day window to act on bills. A proposal from Sen. Antonio “Moe” Maestas, which would shift control of student‑athlete eligibility from the New Mexico Activities Association (NMAA) to the state’s Department of Public Education, was not heard this session. Maest
Alex Anzalone, a steady presence on the Detroit Lions’ defense for five seasons, is poised to become a hot commodity as free agency approaches. His leadership and consistent play have made him a captain for the Lions, but his future is uncertain because other teams are eyeing him. Former Lions defe
Netflix keeps the Olympic spirit alive with fresh sports documentaries. First up, a look back at the 1980 U. S. hockey team that stunned the Soviet Union. The film shows players sharing their memories and explains why the win mattered for America. Next, a series about ice dancing controvers
John Burley, a business owner from Windber, died when his small plane crashed in the Allegheny National Forest on Dec. 29, 2023. The crash happened while he was flying from Erie to Johnstown in the dark. The investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board said Burley chose to fly at night
