BitMine, a company that holds large amounts of Ether (ETH) and Bitcoin (BTC), has revealed plans to start staking its ETH holdings. This new venture, called the “Made in America Validator Network” (MAVAN), is set to launch in early 2026. The company is currently testing the waters with three differe
The UK's crackdown on money laundering linked to Russia is making waves. Over 128 people have been arrested, and authorities have seized $32. 6 million in cash and crypto. This is all part of Operation Destabilise, which started making headlines in 2024. The operation has uncovered some shocking de
Kalshi, a platform known for predicting political outcomes, has now shifted its focus to sports. It offers a chance to bet on games and futures, with a $10 bonus for new users. To get started, use the promo code WTOP and trade $100 to claim your bonus. Sports betting on Kalshi is straightforward. F
The White House and the FDA are at odds over a staffing decision. The FDA's top boss, Marty Makary, wanted to promote Sanjula Jain-Nagpal, a policy expert. But the White House had other plans. They asked for her resignation. Makary wasn't happy about it. He pushed back. But the White House didn't ba
A man who had been evading justice for nearly a decade finally faced the consequences of his actions. Patrick O'Connor, 39, was apprehended in Syracuse, New York, after a seven-year run from serious charges in Oregon. The Onondaga County Sheriff's Office received a tip that led to his arrest, markin
Endometriosis is a tricky condition to diagnose. Doctors often rely on invasive procedures, but what if a simple blood test could do the trick? Researchers are exploring tiny molecules called miRNAs in the blood to detect endometriosis. These miRNAs are like messengers in the body, and their pattern
Way up in the sky, something odd is going on. The air is getting warmer in the stratosphere, which is a big deal. This event is called a Sudden Stratospheric Warming (SSW). It can make the polar vortex, a cold air whirlwind, wobble. This could mean big changes for Michigan's weather in December. No
Goop, the lifestyle brand owned by Gwyneth Paltrow, is facing criticism for continuing to use angora wool in its products. Animal rights activists are calling out the brand for not keeping up with industry standards, as many other major brands have stopped using angora due to concerns about animal c
Prostate cancer survivors often wonder if changing what they eat and how they live can make a difference in their health. A recent study dug into this question. It looked at whether diet and lifestyle changes after a prostate cancer diagnosis can affect how the disease progresses. The study reviewe
The Education Department is a big deal in the U. S. It's the main group that handles education policies and helps schools get money. But what if it disappeared? That's a big question. First, let's think about what the Education Department does. It gives out money to schools, makes rules for educati
