Albania and Bulgaria are stepping onto the global stage in a big way. They've both decided to join the "Board of Peace, " an initiative started by U. S. President Donald Trump. This move is all about resolving conflicts around the world. In Albania, lawmakers gave the green light to join the Board
Sudan is facing a huge problem. Many kids are missing school because of the war. More than eight million children have lost over 500 days of learning since the conflict started in April 2023. This is worse than the school closures during the COVID pandemic. The war has destroyed many schools. Some
A massive storm is set to bring heavy snow and freezing temperatures to a huge part of the U. S. this weekend. This storm is expected to affect about 150 million people, which is almost half the country's population. The storm will bring a lot of snow, up to 20 inches in some areas like the Appalac
The U. S. is making big changes to its energy loans. Nearly $84 billion in clean energy projects, approved under the previous administration, are being cut or revised. This move shows a clear shift in focus. Fossil fuels and nuclear energy are now getting more support. Meanwhile, subsidies for wind
The focus on Arctic security is heating up. Finland's president, Alexander Stubb, is pushing for a solid plan to be ready by the NATO summit in Turkey this July. This comes after the U. S. made a deal to calm tensions about Greenland's future. The U. S. president, Donald Trump, recently announced t
Brad Garlinghouse, the CEO of Ripple, is feeling confident about the future of cryptocurrency. He recently shared his thoughts with CNBC, saying he believes the crypto market will reach new heights in 2026. However, he didn't specify which cryptocurrencies he thinks will lead the charge or provide a
Cryptocurrencies have come a long way since they first hit the scene. Now, even traditional finance companies are taking notice. The U. S. government passed the GENIUS Act last year, showing just how mainstream digital assets have become. Ben Zhou, CEO of Bybit, says that if traditional firms don't
Crypto markets are in a bit of a pickle right now. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana are all feeling the heat. A well-known analyst, who goes by DonAlt, thinks that political news is messing with the usual market patterns. Bitcoin's recent attempt to bounce back hit a snag. It couldn't break through a
Young Americans are leaning towards cryptocurrency over traditional banks. This shift is driven by their desire for more control and transparency over their money. Recent studies show that nearly half of Gen Z has used a crypto exchange, and over a third own or use crypto. This generation values th
The U. S. Senate's plan to create clear rules for cryptocurrency has hit a bump in the road. The delay is not just about timing but also about disagreements and shifting priorities. The Senate Banking Committee has put the brakes on its big crypto bill. This bill was supposed to be a major step in
