Birmingham saw a big drop in gunfire during New Year's Eve celebrations in 2026. The city's gunfire detection system, Shot Spotter, picked up 4, 688 rounds in 597 incidents. That's a lot less than the 6, 270 rounds in 948 incidents from 2024 and way less than the 11, 728 rounds in 1, 531 incidents b
Brian King Joseph, a violinist, is taking legal action against Will Smith and his company, Treyball Studios Management Inc. He claims he was wrongfully fired after reporting sexual misconduct. Joseph says he was hired for Smith's 2025 Based on a True Story tour but was let go before it started. Jos
Bitfarms Ltd. , a well-known Bitcoin mining company, made a bold decision to leave Latin America. This move comes as a surprise to many, but it's not entirely unexpected given the challenges in the crypto mining world. Bitcoin mining involves using powerful computers to solve complex math problems a
Banana water is making waves as a new plant-based drink. It's like a mix of coconut water and a banana smoothie. People are talking about it on social media. Some say it smells like baby food, while others find it refreshing. This drink is not the same as banana water for plants or homemade banana
Brochu Walker is a brand that's become a favorite among celebrities, even though it doesn't follow trends. It's all about timeless style. The brand's creative director, Karine Dubner, says their clothes are made to look great in photos, travel well, and layer easily. They're special but not flashy.
Beverly Sussman, a dedicated educator and community leader, left an indelible mark on Buffalo Grove. Her journey began in the classroom, where she inspired young minds for 25 years. Sussman's innovative teaching methods, like the Space Shuttle Club, made learning exciting and hands-on. She believed
Big crypto exchanges are making big moves to stay ahead in 2026. They're not just chasing quick profits anymore. Instead, they're focusing on building strong, legal foundations. This means getting more licenses and creating products that can handle strict rules. OKX, one of the major players, has a
Bitwise recently filed for 11 new crypto ETFs, but the market didn't react much. This shows that ETF filings are no longer exciting news. The market has seen a lot of these filings, and investors are now more focused on other things. The new ETFs would invest in different cryptocurrencies like Aave
Boston's sports scene is always buzzing, and 2026 is shaping up to be another exciting year. Let's dive into some predictions that might surprise you. Drake Maye is making waves in the NFL. After a stellar rookie season, he's on track to become the NFL MVP. This would put him in elite company, join
Bitcoin's usual four-year cycle might be taking a break. This cycle, tied to the halving event, has historically driven price surges. But in 2025, Bitcoin ended the year lower than it started, breaking the pattern seen in 2013, 2017, and 2021. The halving, which cuts mining rewards in half, usually
