A recent court decision has put a temporary halt to some online sports betting activities in Massachusetts. The case centers around Kalshi, a prediction market that lets people buy and sell contracts based on future events, much like betting on sports outcomes. The state argues that Kalshi is operat
TikTok is rolling out two fresh ad options. These are made to help movie studios and streaming services turn all the hype on TikTok into real sales and new sign-ups. The goal? To show users content they will love. The new Streaming Ads feature uses Smart+, TikTok’s AI-powered toolkit. This tool is
Jamie Dimon, the CEO of JPMorgan Chase, recently shared his thoughts on President Trump's proposal to cap credit card interest rates at 10%. He suggested testing this idea in Vermont and Massachusetts. He brought this up at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Dimon believes that a natio
In a unique corner of the world, a peculiar game is being played. It's not about sports or trivia, but about predicting the deaths of famous people. This game, known as the Ghoul Pool, is run by a couple who own a horror-themed shop. They want to make it clear that they are not wishing harm on anyon
Georgia has joined a federal tax credit program that lets people give money to private school scholarships and get it back as a tax credit. This is on top of an existing state program that does the same thing. Governor Brian Kemp signed up for this new program, making Georgia one of the states where
Spine problems are a major reason why people keep going back to doctors. This is a big deal because it means health care systems are under a lot of pressure. Researchers have been trying to figure out who is most likely to need a lot of medical help because of spine issues. They want to predict whic
The market is in for a rough start in 2026, according to Tom Lee, head of research at Fundstrat. He predicts a tough first half for both crypto and stock markets, with geopolitical tensions and political divides playing a big role in the slowdown. Lee believes that the market will bounce back by th
North Texas is bracing for a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain this week, bringing the coldest weather of the season. Roads could become slippery, making driving risky. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch from Friday afternoon to late Saturday night. Driving in icy cond
A recent court decision has put a damper on Kalshi, a major player in the prediction market game. A judge has ruled that the company must stop taking bets on sports events within Massachusetts. This move comes after the state's Attorney General, Andrea Campbell, took legal action against Kalshi, acc
In 2025, Elgin experienced a significant drop in gunfire incidents, with a 63% decrease compared to the previous year. This drop is a big deal because gunfire cases had been on the rise since 2021, during the COVID-19 pandemic. The city saw just 24 incidents involving shots fired in 2025, down from
