Blockchain is not just about cryptocurrencies anymore. Big banks like Lloyds are using this technology to make their services better. While many people talk about Bitcoin and other digital currencies, Lloyds is doing something different. They are using blockchain to make banking faster and more effi
Tiger Woods, the golf legend, recently celebrated his 50th birthday. But this wasn't just any birthday party. It was a big deal, with a special theme and a star-studded guest list. The event took place at The Breakers in Palm Beach, Florida, on January 14. It was called "RED: Celebrating Legacy pres
In the middle of Paris, there's a giant from another world. It's a sequoia, a type of tree that usually calls California home. This one lives in the Parc des Buttes Chaumont, a park that used to be a dump but was turned into a green paradise. The sequoia is over 100 feet tall. That's as tall as a 1
In the world of medicine, doctors often use special treatments to help patients. One such treatment is called therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE). It's like a swap, where some of the liquid part of the blood, called plasma, is taken out and replaced with a different kind of plasma. This can help with
In a bold move, the U. S. Coast Guard and military forces seized a Russian oil tanker in the Atlantic. This action has sparked a heated debate and raised eyebrows around the world. The tanker, Marinera, was formerly known as Bella-1 and had previously evaded a U. S. blockade in the Caribbean. Russi
Congress has a big problem: people don't like it. With only 23. 7% approval, it's clear that many folks think Congress isn't doing a great job. But before you dismiss their $174, 000 salary as too high, consider what the job actually involves. Members of Congress are often away from home, working l
Offshore wind projects are booming, but at what cost to marine life? A group called Save Long Beach Island (Save LBI) thinks these projects are causing more harm to whales and dolphins than anyone realizes. They say the loud noises from building and running wind farms can mess up these animals' hear
House Democrats are set to hold a forum to discuss the ongoing threats to elections and public safety, five years after the January 6 riot at the U. S. Capitol. This event, organized by the minority party, aims to highlight concerns about election integrity and the impact of former President Donald
New Jersey is in for a weather rollercoaster. Tonight, the state will see dry conditions with clouds rolling in. But don't get too comfortable—tomorrow is set to bring a mix of rain and warmer temperatures. By late Tuesday afternoon, rain is expected to hit the northern half of the state. A low-pre
Goldman Sachs, a major player on Wall Street, thinks the crypto world is about to get a big boost. They believe clearer rules and new ways to use crypto are making it easier for big companies to jump in. Right now, the biggest worry for these companies is not knowing what the rules are. But things
