John J. Lennon, once a man entangled in a life of crime, now finds himself behind bars, serving a 28-year-to-life sentence for a murder he committed in 2001. His journey, however, took an unexpected turn when he discovered journalism through a prison writing workshop. This newfound passion led him t
A former FBI worker is taking legal action against the Department of Justice and the FBI. He claims he was fired unfairly because he had a Progress Pride Flag in his office. This flag was given to him by the FBI and had been displayed for years with his bosses' approval. The worker, David Maltinsky
In the world of cryptocurrency, two big names stand out: Solana and Ethereum. They are like two sides of a coin, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. Solana is known for its speed and low fees, while Ethereum is praised for its security and wide range of uses. Solana, which started later tha
Bitcoin holders now have more options to use their assets. Mezo, a platform for Bitcoin finance, has teamed up with Anchorage Digital. This partnership aims to make Bitcoin more useful for big investors and companies. Mezo lets people borrow money using their Bitcoin as collateral. They can get loa
Germany is walking a fine line with China. On one side, they want to keep trade open. On the other, they don't want to be left behind. The German Finance Minister, Lars Klingbeil, recently visited China. He made it clear that while he supports free markets, competition should be fair. He pointed out
Sherrie Reish, a Regional Account Sales Executive at PLM Fleet, has been named one of the 2025 Top 50 Women in Equipment Finance. This award, in its seventh year, celebrates women who lead and innovate in the industry. Reish has spent nearly 30 years in the refrigerated transportation and equipment
Korea is making a bold move to bring its currency, the won, into the world of cryptocurrency. This isn't just about creating a new digital currency. It's about making it easier for Korean businesses to operate globally. Right now, most crypto transactions happen in dollars. This can be a hassle for
In the heart of Seattle, a designer is on a mission to change the fashion game. Janelle Abbott, a 35-year-old creative force, is tackling the fashion industry's waste problem head-on. Her studio is a treasure trove of reclaimed textiles, ready to be transformed into unique, sustainable fashion piece
Cardiff, Inc. just secured a major revolving credit line from a big U. S. bank. This isn't just any loan; it's a game-changer for small business financing. The money will help Cardiff lend more and grow faster. Why does this matter? Small businesses often struggle to get loans from traditional bank
A Florida congresswoman is in hot water. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, a Democrat representing parts of Broward and Palm Beach counties, has been hit with serious charges. The Justice Department says she took $5 million meant for disaster relief and used some of it for her 2021 campaign. Here’s the d
