In 2026, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) will tackle two big projects related to cryptocurrency. These projects could make a huge difference for big companies that want to invest in digital assets. The FASB made some big changes in 2024. They introduced new rules for how companies s
BlackRock's BUIDL fund has done something big. It's handed out about $100 million in dividends since it started in March 2024. This fund is different. It's not like regular crypto stuff. It's more like a traditional money market fund, but it uses blockchain technology. The fund is worth over $2 bil
Starting January 1, 2026, crypto users in 48 places, like the UK and EU, will see the first real effects of the OECD's Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF). This framework will make crypto exchanges and platforms collect more details about users, check tax residency, and report balances and trans
Jodi Hildebrandt, a Utah-based therapist, lived a life of luxury before her arrest for child abuse. Her wealth came from ConneXions, a faith-based counseling program she founded. The program offered sessions on marriage, parenting, and life advice, mostly to fellow Mormons. A detective revealed tha
Breast cancer is a big deal for many women in the U. S. It doesn't just affect health; it can also take a toll on how people feel about themselves. A recent study wanted to dig deeper into the daily struggles of breast cancer survivors who had mastectomies. The goal was to figure out how to better s
In 2025, the relationship between celebrities and politics is more complex than ever. Jennifer Lawrence, once vocal about her political views, has decided to keep them private. She believes celebrities' opinions don't sway voters and may even divide people further. Studies support her view. In 2019,
J. L. “Lynn” Singleton, the head of the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), is stepping down. Before he goes, he shares his thoughts on the future of live performances. He believes that by 2050, technology will make shows more immersive. But he also thinks the core appeal of live shows will st
In a move that has sparked debate, over 1, 250 local police departments across 40 states have teamed up with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This collaboration, known as the 287(g) program, allows local police to assist in immigration enforcement. The program has seen a significant increa
North Texas saw a grim holiday season with a series of domestic violence incidents. In Terrell, a family of four lost their lives on Christmas Eve. Philip Dale Humphrey, Sherry Lynn Bostick, and a 12-year-old boy were shot, while Casey Dale Humphrey took his own life. The investigation is ongoing.
Sending checks through the mail might seem like a safe bet, but it's not always the case. A recent incident highlights the risks involved. A person from Perry Township sent a check for nearly $4, 000 to an insurance company. The check was stolen, altered, and cashed by a thief. The thief removed the
