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Feb 23 2026TECHNOLOGY

No Crypto Talk in the OpenClaw Discord

Peter Steinberger, who created the AI agent tool OpenClaw, decided to ban any mention of Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies from his community chat. The rule was announced after a user reported being blocked from the Discord server for discussing crypto topics. Steinberger reminded members that they

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Feb 23 2026FINANCE

Crypto. com Gains New Banking License Under U. S. Rules

A crypto company has earned a conditional green light from the federal banking regulator to operate as a national trust bank. The approval lets it hold digital assets, manage staking and settle trades under federal oversight. Crypto. com’s new charter, called Foris Dax National Trust Bank, could bec

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Feb 23 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin Slides Below $65, 000 Amid Trade and Tension Fears

The world’s oldest digital coin slipped past $65, 000 on Monday, adding to a 5 % drop that began the day before. At one point it fell as low as $64, 830 and closed the weekend at $64, 324 – its lowest since early February. By mid‑morning the price was down over 2 % at $65, 836. Market chatter point

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Feb 18 2026EDUCATION

School Money Crisis: Why Teachers and Students Are In Trouble

The state budget for 2027 has sparked anger among Connecticut school leaders. Superintendent Steven Rioux of Putnam Public Schools is asking the town to raise property taxes by 7. 23 %—a jump from last year’s 1. 66 %. He says the district needs $1. 6 million more to cover rising costs for health ins

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Feb 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tiny Pores, Big Power: Building Better Flow Battery Membranes

Renewable energy needs a way to store power that is cheap, safe and long‑lasting. Redox flow batteries can do this because they separate the amount of power from the amount of energy stored. They also last many cycles and are inherently safe. The key to a good flow battery is its membrane. The m

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Feb 18 2026SPORTS

New Courts, New Feel: How the Expo Changed Playoff Basketball

South Portland’s girls basketball squad has had to shift its game plan this season. Because the Maine Principals’ Association moved many schools into Class A, the early rounds of the state tournament now take place at the Portland Expo Center instead of on a team’s own gym. The change means ev

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Nevada Battles Unlicensed Sports Prediction Site

Nevada’s gaming authorities have filed a lawsuit against Kalshi, a company that runs an online platform where people bet on sports and other events. The state says Kalshi is operating without the required licenses and is letting people under 21 place bets, both of which break Nevada law. The case

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Feb 18 2026BUSINESS

Big Blaze Bashes Fox Valley Sports Storage

A blaze erupted early Wednesday morning at a commercial building in Lake in the Hills that stored snowmobiles, boats and personal watercraft. Firefighters were summoned just before 1 a. m. to the address 8913 South Route 31, where they discovered heavy smoke and flames coming from a metal pole barn.

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Feb 18 2026SPORTS

College Games and Sports Shows Line Up for Thursday

The schedule for Thursday, Feb. 19, brings a mix of college basketball, golf, and other sports to TV screens across the country. First up, fans can catch two college men’s basketball matchups on CBSSN and ESPN2 between 6 p. m. and 9 p. m. The games feature FIU vs. Liberty, Memphis vs. South Flori

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Feb 18 2026SPORTS

Curious Curling Draws Big Bets at Milan Cortina Games

Curling, a sport known for its smooth stone slides and strategic sweeping, has become a surprising hotspot for bettors during the Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina. While hockey traditionally dominates wagering, oddsmakers are noticing a sharp rise in interest for curling matches, especially after th

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