Small banks in the U. S. are raising concerns about Sony's plans to enter the crypto world. They think Sony is trying to get around some important banking rules. Sony wants to create a new company called Connectia Trust. This company would deal with digital money, like stablecoins. Stablecoins are a
In Manchester-by-the-Sea, a person found themselves in a tricky spot, stuck in a swampy area near Route 128. This isn't just any ordinary swamp; it's a dense, wooded area that can be hard to navigate, even for locals. The rescue operation kicked off when the North Shore Regional 911 Center stepped
Wenchang chicken, a prized dish from Hainan, China, is loved for its soft texture and special taste. But did you know that how you cook it can change its flavor? Two common ways to cook Wenchang chicken are steaming it over water (SW) and poaching it plain (PP). These methods affect the chemicals th
Nugget ice, also known as pebble or Sonic ice, has become a favorite among ice lovers. It's soft, chewy, and melts slower than regular ice. This makes it perfect for drinks. The Simzlife Nugget Ice Maker is a great choice. It's on sale at Walmart for $189, down from $350. Nugget ice is not the same
Contender, a massive great white shark, has been making waves along the Atlantic coast. This isn't just any shark; he's the largest male great white ever tagged in the Atlantic. After being tagged near the Florida-Georgia line in January, Contender has been on quite the adventure, swimming over 4, 3
The UConn Huskies have proven they are the team to beat in women's college basketball. They've secured the top spot in the latest power rankings. But the real surprise is the USC Trojans, who have climbed to the No. 6 position after starting the season at No. 17. USC's rise is thanks to a tough win
Eau Claire recently hosted a significant event for women in business. The 22nd Annual Women’s Business Conference took place at the Pablo Center, drawing a large crowd. Over 450 women attended, eager to learn and connect with others in the field. The event was organized by the Western Dairyland Wom
In a bold move, the United States has slapped sanctions on a Myanmar militia group for its role in cyber scams. This group, the Democratic Karen Benevolent Army, along with four of its leaders, is now in the U. S. Treasury Department's crosshairs. The sanctions also extend to entities and an individ
Recent documents have brought up old connections between Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein. These papers say Epstein told others that Trump was aware of underage girls involved in Epstein's crimes. The emails come from Democrats in Congress. They show Epstein talking to Ghislaine Maxwell, his ex-gir
Juan Kreutz, known as JC, has been appointed to a big role at SMBC Americas. He is now the head of Structured Finance Solutions and the Deputy Head for the Americas region. JC will be in charge of many financial areas. These include project finance, real estate finance, and global trade finance. He
