Bitcoin's recent price drop has sparked discussions about its volatility. Richard Teng, the head of Binance, shared his thoughts on this. He believes Bitcoin's price swings are nothing out of the ordinary. In fact, he thinks it's quite similar to what happens in other big markets. Teng pointed out that all sorts of investments go through ups and downs. He mentioned ...
In Maryland, a fresh debate is heating up about a specific type of sports bet. These are called "micro bets, " and they involve wagering on tiny moments in a game, like whether the next pitch will be a ball or a strike. This might seem harmless, but it has sparked controversy, especially after a recent scandal involving two pitchers from the Cleveland Guardians. The...
The White House and the FDA are at odds over a staffing decision. The FDA's top boss, Marty Makary, wanted to promote Sanjula Jain-Nagpal, a policy expert. But the White House had other plans. They asked for her resignation. Makary wasn't happy about it. He pushed back. But the White House didn't back down. Jain-Nagpal is still at the FDA. That's the official word f...
In the early hours of Friday, a significant setback occurred at SpaceX's Starbase in Texas. A first-stage booster for the upgraded Starship rocket, known as Starship V3, failed during a test. This booster was designed to support future moon missions, a key part of NASA's plans to return humans to the lunar surface. The test aimed to assess the booster's propellant s...
Johnson Matthey, a big name in the chemical industry, has some big changes happening at the top. Richard Pike, who was the finance chief, is now the new Chief Operating Officer. This means he will be in charge of making sure the company runs smoothly every day. At the same time, Alastair Judge, who has been working inside the company for a while, will take over as th...
High up on Roper Mountain, a big star has been shining for years. It's not a real mountain, but it's the first one you see when you come to Greenville. This star is special. It's been lighting up the night sky near Interstate 385. But soon, it will go dark. Don't worry, it's not forever. The star is getting a big repair and upgrade. The star is on top of Roper Mount...
In recent elections, two more women have joined the ranks of U. S. governors. By January, 14 states will have female leaders at the helm. But is this progress or just a drop in the bucket? The journey of women in politics has been long and bumpy. In 1974, Ella Grasso made history as the first woman elected governor without succeeding her husband. She was known for h...
2025 was a tough year for celebrity losses. Many well-known figures left us, each leaving a unique mark on their respective fields. In the world of sports, Marshawn Kneeland, a former Dallas Cowboys defensive end, passed away in November. His girlfriend and family were left to mourn his tragic loss. Meanwhile, Nick Manigold, a former Ohio State Buckeye and New York ...
Three senators have raised eyebrows about the potential sale of Warner Bros. Discovery. They're worried that politics might mess with the process. Senators Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, and Richard Blumenthal sent a letter to the Department of Justice. They want a fair and transparent review of any deal. The senators aren't fans of the sale. They think it could ...
The holiday shopping season is here, and Sony has shared its Black Friday 2025 plans. The sale kicks off on November 21st, with discounts on PlayStation 5 consoles, games, and accessories. But before you rush to buy, let's break down what these deals really mean. First, the PS5 lineup will see a $100 price cut. The Digital Edition will drop to $399, the standard PS5...