A hack on a LayerZero bridge that lets people move rsETH tokens from one network to another went live Saturday, and the fallout was felt across DeFi. The attackers siphoned off about $291 million worth of rsETH, then used the stolen tokens to borrow money from Aave, one of the most trusted lending p
Hedge funds used to battle over trading strategies. Now, they fight over people. Once known for big bets and flashy returns, the $5 trillion industry has shifted its focus. Talent has become the new currency. Top traders now sign contracts worth hundreds of millions, similar to sports stars. Firms e
St. Louis may be known for its iconic arch and deep-fried foods, but its real claim to fame might be the people who grew up there and went on to leave a mark on the whole country. From scientists to artists, this city has produced individuals who didn’t just blend into the background. Take Chuck Ber
In 2021, Donald Basile convinced over a hundred people to hand over $16 million for a cryptocurrency called Bitcoin Latinum. He claimed it was "insured" and backed by real assets, making it a safe investment. The catch? No insurance actually existed. The SEC now says Basile lied about the token’s sa
Golfers know putting can make or break a round. A shaky stroke often means a missed putt. That’s why Ping designed the Scottsdale TEC putter series with a unique feature: a small dot near the top. The idea is simple—focus on that dot when you set up, and your eyes stay steady. This "quiet eye" techn
The Supreme Court has granted a procedural win to major oil and gas companies, allowing them to move their environmental lawsuits from state to federal court. The decision comes after a Louisiana jury ordered Chevron to pay over $740 million for damage to the state’s coast, a case that has been part
Researchers equipped 54 Magellanic penguins with silicone leg bands that quietly absorb chemicals while the birds roam and feed their chicks. After a few days, the bands were collected and sent for analysis in New York, where scientists found traces of per‑fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) – the so‑call
A woman in California has filed a lawsuit against the Pasadena Public Health Department, its director, and two other agencies after being turned away from a state program that helps Black infants. The lawsuit claims the denial was because she is not Black, violating equal‑rights laws. The plaintiff
The newest addition to the University of Tennessee’s campus is a massive business school building that will carry the name of its former president, Randy Boyd. The structure, which will be the largest on campus, has just hit its highest point in construction during a topping‑out ceremony. Duri
Three courts, one big question. The Supreme Court looked at a fight that began in Louisiana over oil drilling in the 1970s. The state law stopped oil work without a special permit. In 2013, local parishes sued big companies for past drilling practices. They said the companies used bad methods and ha
