Mercy Ships is on a mission to bring advanced healthcare to some of the most remote places in the world. They use two large hospital ships, the Global Mercy and the Africa Mercy, to serve low-income communities in Africa. These ships are like floating cities, with over 800 people on board, including medical staff, families, and volunteers. The ships dock in areas whe...
Denver is rapidly expanding its surveillance network, raising concerns about privacy and the potential misuse of data. The city's partnership with Flock Safety, a company that provides license-plate reader cameras, has already led to over 1, 400 immigration-related searches in a span of just 10 months. This data is not just used for immigration purposes; it's accessi...
Paxos, a company known for helping big names like PayPal and Nubank offer crypto services, has just bought Fordefi, a startup that makes crypto wallets for DeFi. This deal is worth over $100 million, showing that Paxos is serious about getting into the DeFi game. DeFi, or decentralized finance, has always been seen as risky. It offers high returns but is also prone ...
Apple products are known for their quality, but they often come with a high price tag. Luckily, there are some great deals available on various Apple items, including iPads, MacBooks, and more. These deals can help you save money while still getting the high-quality products you want. For those looking for a tablet, the iPad (11th Generation, 128 GB) is a top pick. ...
In a democracy, citizens elect representatives to make decisions. But over time, lobbyists have stepped in to push for specific causes. Some of these causes are important, like medical research or environmental protection. Others are more about business interests, like mining or pharmaceuticals. Lobbying has its place, but it's not right that public bodies, like tra...
In 2025, more people are putting their money into crypto for a different reason. Instead of just chasing big profits, they want to spread out their investments. This is called diversification. Over half of the people surveyed said this is their main reason for investing in crypto. Last year, most people wanted to get in on the long-term growth of crypto. But now, on...
Latin America is quickly becoming a major player in the podcast world. From January to August 2025, data shows that people in this region are listening to podcasts more than ever. News is the most popular topic, making up 35% of all listening. This is a big jump compared to other genres like comedy or fiction, which only have 14% and 8% respectively. Language plays ...
The fight between two big names in the alternative data world, Yipit and M Science, is finally over. They decided to stop suing each other, but no one knows the details of their deal. This whole mess started because some employees were accused of taking secret info from one company to the other. It caused quite a stir in the industry, which is still pretty small and ...
Mark Pappas, a beloved figure in the Baltimore restaurant scene, passed away at the age of 93. He was known for his warm hospitality and dedication to his guests. His restaurants, particularly Pappas Restaurant, became famous for their seafood and welcoming atmosphere. Pappas was born in Greece and moved to the United States in 1956. He started working for his uncle...
A new player has entered the scene to support the growth of RealFi and open finance on the Pharos Network. The Pharos Foundation, a non-profit organization, has officially launched to oversee this ecosystem. This move is a big deal for Pharos Network, as it gears up for its Token Generation Event (TGE) and Mainnet Launch in early 2026. The Foundation aims to provide ...