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Jan 16 2026POLITICS

Politicians and Crypto: A Question of Trust

Senator Elizabeth Warren has raised eyebrows by highlighting former Representative Carolyn Maloney's new job in the crypto world. Maloney recently joined the Coalition for Prediction Markets, a group that includes big names like Kalshi, Crypto. com, and Robinhood. The coalition's main goal is to pus

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Jan 16 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Rules on Hold: What's Next for Digital Money?

The Senate Banking Committee had big plans to vote on a major crypto law, but things didn't go as expected. The CLARITY Act, which aims to set rules for the crypto market, was supposed to be voted on, but it got delayed. Why? Well, some big names in the crypto world pulled their support, and there w

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Jan 16 2026CRYPTO

Stablecoins: The New Way to Pay in 2026?

Polygon Labs has made a big move. They bought Coinme and Sequence for $250 million. This is a big deal because it shows that stablecoins are becoming more popular for payments. Stablecoins are digital money that is tied to real-world currencies like the dollar. They are becoming more popular becaus

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Jan 16 2026POLITICS

A High-Profile Exit: South Africa's Political Shake-Up

In a surprising move, Dion George, a well-known figure in South African politics, has stepped down from his roles in the Democratic Alliance (DA) party and as a national lawmaker. This decision comes after a period of growing tension within the party. George's departure was announced through a vide

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Jan 16 2026BUSINESS

Restaurants Come and Go: Ponce City Market's Food Hall Evolution

Ponce City Market's Central Food Hall has seen some changes lately. Four restaurants said goodbye at the end of 2025, but don't worry, two new ones are on the way. The places that left include Ton Ton Ramen & Yakitori and Miso Ko, both from the same chef, Guy Wong. There was also La Metro, a Spanish

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Jan 16 2026FINANCE

Office Woes, Housing Hopes, and Data Center Dreams: A Day of Big Talks

The last day of the CREFC January Conference 2026 wrapped up with three engaging discussions. The first talk was about troubled office buildings. Experts discussed how some offices are struggling while others are doing okay. It all depends on where they are and how good they are. Next up, the conve

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Jan 16 2026HEALTH

Funding the Fight Against Cancer: A Worldwide Effort

Cancer is a major health issue worldwide. It affects millions of people and their families. Treating cancer is expensive. Many people cannot afford the care they need. This is a big problem. A new platform aims to change this. The Global Cancer Financing Platform is here to help. It connects people

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Jan 16 2026FINANCE

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: ELFA and CLFP Join Forces

In a move to boost the equipment finance industry, two big players have decided to join forces. The Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA) and the Certified Lease & Finance Professional (CLFP) Foundation have officially teamed up. This isn't just a handshake deal; it's a big step towards fil

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Jan 16 2026FINANCE

Money Talks in Space: A Big Meeting in Dallas

A major event is happening in Dallas, Texas, on February 18-19, 2026. It's called the Innovate Space: Finance Forum. This is not your average meeting. It's a high-level gathering where big shots from finance, government, and the space industry will talk about money and how it's shaping the future of

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Jan 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Chelsea Handler's Love for Drugs and Her Dating Rules

Chelsea Handler, a well-known comedian, recently shared her thoughts on drugs and dating. She made it clear that she enjoys using drugs and won't date someone who doesn't share her interest in partying. During an appearance on the "Not Skinny But Not Fat" podcast, the 50-year-old comedian expressed

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