ELECTION

Nov 06 2024BUSINESS

Crypto Company Coinbase Makes Big Bet in Politics

Ever wondered how politics and crypto mix? Let's talk about Coinbase, a major crypto exchange. Years ago, the company's founder, Brian Armstrong, kept his distance from Washington. But as crypto grew bigger, so did Coinbase's need to get involved. Armstrong started spending more time in D. C. , meet

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Nov 06 2024FINANCE

How the Future of ETFs Hinges on Tuesday's Vote

The exchange-traded funds (ETF) sector is preparing for big changes starting in 2025, and who wins Tuesday's election might influence these changes. A likely victory for Republican Donald Trump could mean less strict rules than the past four years. Whoever comes into office, ETF companies are gettin

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Nov 06 2024FINANCE

Bitcoin Hits $70, 000 on Election Day: What Does it Mean?

Election Day saw Bitcoin bouncing back to $70, 000. This happened as the U. S. presidential race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump tightened. What's interesting is that Bitcoin's value had been hovering around its peak, reaching $73, 562 last week, just a step away from its record high of $73,

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Nov 06 2024EDUCATION

Voting for Chicago's School Board: What You Need to Know

This year, Chicago voters will do something new on their ballots: choose 10 members for the Chicago Board of Education. The board is tripling in size from seven to 21, and soon all members will be voted in by the people, not just picked by the mayor. Why the change? After years of pressure, state le

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Warm Weather Could Spur Low Voter Turnout in Michigan and Wisconsin

Across the midsection of the United States, a cold front is slowly moving eastward. Interestingly, this front is expected to bring rain on Election Day to two crucial swing states: Michigan and Wisconsin. By evening, the rain is set to move southeast into the Ohio and Tennessee River valleys. In Wi

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Nov 06 2024CELEBRITIES

Soccer Stars Who Trade Cleats for Campaigns

You might have heard about the upcoming US presidential election, but what about soccer players who’ve given politics a shot? While many athletes transition to coaching or commentating, some have ventured into the political scene with impressive results. Let's explore ten soccer greats who’ve made t

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Nov 06 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Watch These Entertaining TV Shows on Election Day

Vice President Kamala Harris' team sipped on some laughs with a funny post. Celebs backed up their political picks with some funny signs like "childless cat lad y. " Former President Trump even flipped burgers at a Pennsylvania McDonald's. The 2024 election is being called the "election of a generat

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Will the Next Election Really Shatter the Republic?

Gearing up for elections can be tough, with all the political hype and fear-mongering. Folks like Oprah Winfrey and Elon Musk are warning that the fate of democracy hangs in the balance. But let's chill for a sec. Even if the election doesn't go your way, it’s not the end of the world. Sure, electi

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Nov 05 2024POLITICS

Trump's Final Push: Rallies in Pennsylvania and Michigan

Former President Donald Trump wrapped up his campaign efforts with a couple of rallies in Pennsylvania on Monday. He also held events in North Carolina and planned one for Michigan late on Monday, aiming to motivate voters in crucial states. Pennsylvania, in particular, is seen as a key state that c

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Nov 05 2024POLITICS

Joe Rogan Backs Trump Before Election Day

Just before the election, podcast star Joe Rogan gave Donald Trump a boost by endorsing him. This happened right after Rogan had a long chat with Elon Musk, a billionaire and Trump supporter, on his podcast. Rogan posted on X, saying Musk made a strong case for Trump and he agreed with everything. T

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