The U. S. Justice Department ordered Paxful, a peer‑to‑peer crypto exchange, to pay $4 million after the company admitted it knowingly helped criminals move money. In December, Paxful pleaded guilty to conspiring in illegal prostitution, sending funds from crime and breaking anti‑money laundering
Barrel House Z, a cozy taproom in Weymouth that served craft beers and snacks, closed its doors after about ten years. The owner announced the decision on Facebook, explaining that the business could no longer keep up with changing market conditions. He noted that people are drinking less overall,
A fresh Panda Express is ready to open in Davison Township, promising nearly forty new jobs. The restaurant plans to start serving its famous Orange Chicken and other dishes next month, after tearing down two old buildings on the site. The chain, which began in 1983, has grown into a popular fast‑ca
Today feels cold and windy, but it’s not too bad. The next few days bring a gentler weather pattern with some showers. Temperatures dip slightly on Thursday, hitting highs in the upper 30s and lows around the low 20s. After that, the heat climbs again as we head toward the weekend. Valentine’s Day
Giannis Antetokounmpo is making waves off the court. He's teaming up with Gopuff, a quick delivery service. This isn't just a simple partnership. He's also investing in the company. He's not just a face for them. He'll help with new products, delivery plans, and special content. Plus, he'll bring ex
A recent study took a closer look at how nursing students plan their careers. The focus was on translating and testing a career planning tool called the Career Crafting Assessment Scale (CCAS) into traditional Chinese. The goal was to see if this tool could help graduating nursing students (GNSs) th
A lawyer who worked on the "Stop the Steal" campaign after the 2020 election tried to get a U. S. intelligence contractor to look for evidence of voter fraud. This lawyer, Kurt Olsen, wanted the contractor, Mojave Research Inc. , to expand its work and search for issues that could support claims abo
The state of Iowa is rolling out a fresh proposal that could bring an NFL team to its doorstep. Senate File 2252 aims to tweak the Major Economic Growth Attraction (MEGA) program so that a professional football franchise could receive tax breaks and other incentives when it builds a stadium in the s
December retail sales stayed flat month‑to‑month, a sharp fall from the expected rise after November’s rebound. The drop marks the slowest year‑over‑year growth since September 2024. Motor vehicle and clothing purchases fell the most, while spending on building materials and food & beverage grew
"Jarrett S. Kalish, once a judge in New York City's tax court and adviser to the city’s finance department, has opened Kalish Law LLC. The company promises a mix of tax advice and dispute solutions for businesses and public groups. Kalish’s background in government, court work, and big law firms sh
