Kraken, a major player in the crypto world, has taken a significant step towards going public. This comes hot on the heels of a massive fundraising round that valued the company at a staggering $20 billion. The company has filed a draft registration form with the SEC, aiming to list its shares on Wall Street. However, the number of shares and their price range are s...
In St. Paul, the city council has made a decision that might affect how people remember their loved ones. They've banned cryptocurrency kiosks, which might seem unrelated, but it's a sign of how technology is changing even our most traditional practices. When someone passes away, families often want to share their loved one's story. In St. Paul, this can be done thr...
A professor at Texas A&M University is back in the spotlight after a committee said the school made a mistake by firing her. The professor, Melissa McCoul, was let go earlier this year after a video of her class went viral. In the video, a student questioned a lesson about gender identity. The committee found that the university did not follow the right steps to fir...
4D flow MRI is like a superhero in the world of heart imaging. It's a special kind of scan that shows how blood moves through the heart and blood vessels. This isn't just any old scan. It gives doctors important info about how blood flows, which can help spot heart problems. But there are some issues. The scans can take a long time. Also, the images might not be as ...
Robert De Niro has been a staple in the gangster genre for decades. From his breakout role in "Mean Streets" to his iconic performance in "The Godfather Part II, " he has proven his mettle in the genre. However, not all of his ventures have been successful. "The Alto Knights, " a 2025 film about the rivalry between the Genovese and Luciano crime families, is a prime ...
Young people with autism who get into trouble with the law often end up in juvenile correctional facilities. These places aim to help teens rejoin society through education, counseling, and skill-building programs. However, they often struggle to meet the unique needs of autistic teens. This leads to poor outcomes for these youth. It makes it harder for them to succ...
In Concord, North Carolina, a joyful Christmas tree lighting ceremony took a dark turn when gunfire broke out. Four individuals were hurt in the chaos, with three in critical condition and one stable. The shooting, which happened around 7:30 p. m. on Union Street, was reportedly between two people who knew each other. Police have identified one shooter as 18-year-ol...
The musical sequel "For Good" has taken the box office by storm. It earned an impressive $68. 6 million on its opening day, with early screenings giving it a strong start. This puts it on course for a massive $151. 5 million opening weekend, making it the second-biggest opening ever for Universal, just behind "Jurassic World. " Early screenings gave "For Good" a sig...
Recent events have put a spotlight on the rising crime rates in Washington, D. C. Members of Congress and federal employees have become targets of violent crimes. Representatives Angie Craig and Henry Cuellar were attacked, and a congressional intern was tragically killed. This situation is unacceptable, and urgent action is needed to ensure the safety of those who w...
Kids and screens go together like peanut butter and jelly. But what if those screens could actually help kids stay healthy? A recent study from the University of South Australia suggests that might be the case. Researchers looked at data from over 133, 000 kids and teens under 18. They found that digital health tools, like apps and fitness trackers, can actually enco...