Over the past five years, convictions related to crypto crimes have skyrocketed by a shocking 267%. This is according to the Social Capital Markets, a global initiative aiming for a fair and sustainable economy. The most common offenses include money laundering, fraud, and drug trafficking. In the U
A 49-year-old man from Las Vegas was arrested near a Donald Trump rally in Coachella, California. The man, Vem Miller, was found with a loaded shotgun, a loaded handgun, and a high-capacity magazine. This incident happened at a checkpoint near the intersection of Avenue 52 and Celebration Drive, jus
Bethany Hamilton, a famous surfer, shared some tough news on social media. Her 3-year-old nephew, Andrew, had an accident in the bathtub and was seen unconscious. The incident happened on Friday night, and the little one was rushed to a hospital in Oahu, Hawaii, the next morning. Bethany asked her f
This year, the Social Security Administration announced a 2.5 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). This means that those receiving Social Security benefits will see a slight increase in their payments. Why the change? Well, it's all about inflation. Last year, the COLA was 3.2 percent, and in p
Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan and famous actor Dennis Quaid recently spoke at the Texas Senate Finance Committee. They pushed for more money for the state's film industry. The current plan is to use $200 million by next year. Sheridan said this money lets him film shows like Yellowstone and La
Let's talk about what's going on in science, politics, and on college campuses. The National Science Foundation is now making grant decisions based on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). This means they're looking at things like the story behind the research, not just its quality. In fact, more
Hurricane Milton hit Florida's Gulf Coast on Wednesday night as a Category 3 storm, leaving behind devastation and a warning from health officials about floodwater infections. But that's not all. Scientists are worried about what might come next: a surge in mosquitoes. Imelda Moise, a geography prof
Imagine a country where more than half of all counties rely on government aid for a significant portion of their income. This might sound like a generous safety net, but it also raises questions about self-reliance and the future of our economy. In the past, politicians like Mitt Romney have pointe
Once a powerful duo in the world of cryptocurrency, Ryan Salame and Michelle Bond are now facing serious legal troubles. Their story began when they met through their mutual connection to Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of the now-collapsed FTX crypto exchange. Ryan, a top executive at FTX, was known
Get ready, Social Security beneficiaries! This Thursday, you'll find out how much your benefits will increase next year. Experts predict a 2.5% boost, which is less than the past two years. Last year, benefits went up by 3.2%, and in 2023, they saw a huge 8.7% increase due to high inflation. Th
