Thyroid cancer is becoming a bigger problem for young adults. This is clear from recent research. The study looked at data from 2021. It focused on people aged 15 to 49. The findings show how thyroid cancer affects this age group worldwide. The research used the latest information. It comes from th
Britta Denny, a freshman from Rockport, made her mark in a big way for the University of Maine's soccer team. She scored the first game-winning goal at their new field, a beautiful strike that sealed a 2-0 victory over UMBC. It was her first collegiate goal, and she made it look easy, tapping in a p
Big banks are diving into the world of tokenization, turning traditional assets into digital tokens. This isn't just about crypto anymore. It's about making old-school finance work better with new tech. Goldman Sachs and BNY Mellon have already launched tokenized money market funds. These funds are
In the world of politics and finance, things aren't always as clear as they seem. Steve Witkoff, a key figure in Donald Trump's administration, is under the microscope. Senators, led by Adam Schiff, are asking tough questions about his crypto investments. They want to know why he still holds stakes
More and more people are using weight loss drugs through their jobs. But these drugs are expensive. This is causing big problems for employers. Big companies are more likely to cover these drugs. 43% of large firms now offer this benefit. That's up from 28% last year. But smaller companies are not
Wall Street saw a slight dip in stock prices on Wednesday, pulling back from recent record highs. The S&P 500 fell by 0. 6%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped by 211 points, or 0. 5%. The Nasdaq composite also took a hit, down by 1. 2% as of early afternoon trading. Netflix was a major
Kevin Gates is facing a legal battle with his estranged wife, Dreka, who is seeking financial support for their children and herself. The issue began when Dreka claimed that Kevin stopped covering essential family expenses in late 2021. This included property taxes and their children's private schoo
Thailand is making a bold move in the world of digital money. In November 2025, Bangkok will host Thailand Blockchain Week. This event is all about exploring how blockchain technology is changing the way we think about wealth and finance. The event is called "Supercycle: Future of Wealth. " It's a
Every day, the world of finance and economics throws up new challenges and opportunities. This is where the Odd Lots newsletter comes in. It's a daily dose of insights, analysis, and discussions on the latest happenings in markets, finance, and the economy. Sometimes, it's the hosts, Joe Weisenthal
XDC Network, a blockchain platform, has taken over Contour, a digital trade finance platform. Contour, once supported by big banks like HSBC and Citi, faced challenges and closed down in late 2023. Now, under XDC's leadership, it's getting a fresh start with new funds and a plan to use stablecoins i
