EQUITY

Jan 06 2026CRYPTO

Trading Stocks Like Crypto: A New Way to Invest

BitMEX is shaking things up by introducing Equity Perps, a fresh type of contract that lets people trade big US stocks and indexes around the clock. Think Apple, Tesla, Nvidia, and even the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. These contracts are collateralized with crypto, meaning you can use your digital assets to

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Jan 05 2026HEALTH

Breaking the Cycle: How Nepal's Daughters-in-Law See Family Change

In Nepal, family life can be tough for many daughters-in-law. The older generation, especially mothers-in-law, often hold a lot of power. This can make life hard for younger women. They may feel like they have little say in decisions. This can lead to problems like depression and even violence. A p

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Jan 01 2026EDUCATION

Math for All: Portland's Bold Plan to Level the Playing Field

In Portland, a new approach to math education is shaking things up. The goal? To give more students, especially those from lower-income families and students of color, a fair shot at advanced math classes. Here's how it's working. At Cesar Chavez K-8 School, seventh graders are diving into project-

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Dec 25 2025FINANCE

Private Equity's Clever Trick to Beat the Slump

Private equity firms are in a pickle. They usually buy companies, fix them up, and sell them for a profit. But lately, it's been tough to find buyers. Interest rates have shot up, making it expensive to borrow money for deals. So, what's their clever trick? They're selling companies to themselves!

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Dec 23 2025SPORTS

College Sports: Big Money, Bigger Problems

College sports have seen a huge shift in recent years. Athletes are now getting paid, some making millions. This change came after two big court rulings. First, the Supreme Court said in 2021 that the NCAA couldn't limit benefits for athletes. Then, they allowed athletes to be paid for their name, i

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Dec 18 2025BUSINESS

Oracle's Michigan Data Center Deal: A Strategic Shift

Oracle Corp. has confirmed that the final talks for an equity agreement regarding their Michigan data center project are progressing as planned. Interestingly, Blue Owl Capital, a company known for financing large-scale data center projects, is not involved in this particular deal. This decision wa

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Dec 15 2025BUSINESS

Why Costco's Stance on Diversity Matters

Costco has taken a bold step by sticking to its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, even when others are stepping back. This isn't just a smart business move; it's a strong statement that values all employees, customers, and communities. By doing this, Costco shows that it cares about mo

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Dec 14 2025HEALTH

Global Health: Why Women and Girls Are Left Behind

Women and girls around the world face many unfair challenges. These challenges make it hard for them to get the same chances as men. One big problem is the gender health gap. This means women often get worse health outcomes than men. Why does this happen? Mainly because not enough research is done o

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Dec 12 2025BUSINESS

Robinhood's Crypto and Stock Trading Takes a Hit

Robinhood, the platform known for trading stocks and cryptocurrencies, saw a drop in activity last month. In November, the value of crypto trades fell by 12% compared to October. This means people were trading less crypto on Robinhood. At the same time, stock trades also dropped by a big 37%. Overal

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Dec 11 2025BUSINESS

Utah Athletics Gets a Big Boost from Private Investors

A big change is coming to college sports, and the University of Utah is at the center of it. The school is teaming up with Otro Capital, a private equity firm from New York. This deal could bring in up to $500 million, which is a lot of money for any sports program. The firm will own a small part of

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