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May 24 2026ENVIRONMENT

Trading clothes and skills for fun and savings in Salem

In Salem, Oregon, a growing local movement is proving that you don’t need cash to refresh your wardrobe or learn new things. Circular Salem turns everyday swapping into community events that help families save money and cut down on waste. Started by two residents who saw a gap in how people connect

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May 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Roy Rogers’ legacy rolls into town with a free museum event

On June 20, the Polo Historical Museum at 113 N. Franklin Ave. opens its doors for a special afternoon dedicated to Roy Rogers, the singing cowboy who shaped Western entertainment for decades. Instead of just another small-town exhibit, this event mixes history with hands-on stories, letting visitor

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May 24 2026FINANCE

Hot Stocks This Week: What’s Driving Retail Investor Buzz?

This week, five stocks grabbed retail investors’ attention on X and Reddit’s r/WallStreetBets. The hype wasn’t just random—it was tied to earnings reports, AI trends, and even global politics. But behind the excitement, some stocks raised eyebrows. Nvidia stood out with a 66% jump over the past yea

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May 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Behind the scenes of Little Rock's summer entertainment lineup

This summer, Little Rock isn't just offering the usual mix of shows and events - it's flipping expectations with some fresh takes on familiar stories. A touring musical is putting a modern spin on Shakespeare's classic tale, asking what might have happened if Juliet didn't take her own life. Instead

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May 24 2026SPORTS

Shan Masood fights to keep his Test captaincy as Pakistan struggles

Shan Masood, Pakistan’s Test cricket captain, is pushing hard to save his job after two big losses to Bangladesh. The team lost both away Test matches, first in Dhaka and then in Sylhet, dropping from 8th to 5th in the World Test Championship rankings. Bangladesh won despite tough conditions—rain, b

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May 24 2026POLITICS

Can Trump still win against Iran?

Three months after launching strikes on Iran, the U. S. is stuck in a messy conflict with no clear winner in sight. While American forces hit Iranian military targets hard at first—destroying missiles, sinking ships, and taking out key leaders—Iran fought back in ways that hurt Trump’s plans. It blo

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May 24 2026POLITICS

Behind the Scenes of Iran Talks: What’s Really at Stake

Negotiators from the U. S. and Iran are making steady progress toward an agreement that could end months of conflict, according to recent statements. The goal? To stop Iran from developing nuclear weapons while ensuring its existing uranium stockpiles are managed safely. But the talks aren’t just ab

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May 24 2026CRIME

How Brazil's Power Theft is Powering a New Trend in Crime

In Rio de Janeiro, police stumbled upon an unusual setup: a makeshift crypto mining operation hidden in what looked like an empty building. Instead of paying for electricity, the group tapped into a nearby power line without permission. Thirty high-powered computers sat on simple shelves, surrounded

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May 24 2026CRYPTO

A Shift in Crypto Rules Could Change How You Earn Passive Income

A new bill making its way through Congress wants to rewrite the rules for how people earn money from digital assets. Instead of just holding crypto to collect rewards, the proposed law would push investors to use their assets in active ways—like lending or borrowing—to generate returns. This shift c

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May 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

Ohio now lets people pay state fees with crypto

Ohio has become the first state to let residents pay certain government bills using cryptocurrency. A new digital wallet called Buckeye Billfold lets people use Bitcoin or other digital money to cover fees for courts, the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, and other state services. The wallet also accepts re

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