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Crypto Down Payments: A New Way to Buy a Home or Just More Risk?

March 27, 2026

Buying a home usually means saving up cash for a down payment. But what if you could skip selling your crypto instead? A new plan lets future homeowners use Bitcoin or USDC from a Coinbase account as collateral for their down payment loan. This means no need to cash out crypto early, which could loc

finance

Bitcoin Holds Strong Despite Global Turmoil, Eyes $80K in Slow Climb

March 27, 2026

Bitcoin keeps pushing forward even when the world feels shaky. While wars rage and markets wobble, the digital currency hasn’t collapsed like some expected. In fact, it’s holding up better than gold or silver, which took big hits recently. Experts note that Bitcoin’s price swings aren’t dramatic, bu

entertainment

A Look at the Upcoming Film of the Hit Musical Hadestown

March 27, 2026

The musical Hadestown, which won eight Tony Awards in 2019, is getting a film version. This isn't just any film—it's a recorded live performance from London's West End. The movie will hit theaters on July 24 in North America, with UK dates still to be announced. The producers are planning more Broad

entertainment

An Unusual Spring Weekend in Albuquerque: More Than Just Eggs and Dragons

March 27, 2026

The New Mexico Renaissance Celtic Festival turns Albuquerque into a playground of medieval make-believe twice in late March and early April. Kids roam around hunting colorful eggs while adults sip mead-like drinks and watch armored warriors clash in scripted battles. The event isn’t just about fanta

sports

NBA Eyes Seattle and Las Vegas as Next Expansion Cities

March 27, 2026

The NBA is seriously considering adding two new teams, with Seattle and Las Vegas leading the race. This news follows a recent vote by team owners to explore expansion opportunities. But how did Seattle get this far? Back in 2014, a Boston Celtics owner pushed for an NBA team in the city. Though not

health

Helping Kids Stay Healthy: The Role of Family Learning

March 27, 2026

Childhood obesity has been climbing fast in many parts of the world, especially in China. Over the last few decades, the numbers have jumped, yet most parents never get regular updates about their kids’ weight. Without this information, many families don’t realize how serious the problem is until it

crime

Tech Showcase or Tall Tales? A Closer Look at the Claims

March 27, 2026

In Singapore, a large crowd gathered in a fancy hotel ballroom to hear about a company’s big plans. The CEO spoke about artificial intelligence, faster-charging EV batteries, and even medical breakthroughs like restoring vision to blind people. Sound too good to be true? That’s because it might be.

politics

Trump Picks Tech Titans for New Science Council

March 26, 2026

President Trump announced a fresh advisory group aimed at guiding U. S. policy on artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. The council, initially set to include 13 members, will later grow to a maximum of 24. Its co‑chairs are David Sacks, the former White House AI and crypto chief, and Mi

opinion

New Library? Time to Decide

March 26, 2026

El Cerrito’s old library, built 76 years ago, can’t keep up with modern needs. The city has tried before: a $30‑million bond in 2016 fell short of the two‑thirds vote required. Now Measure C sits on the ballot and only needs a simple majority to pass because of a petition‑driven process. The new bu

entertainment

A New Pokémon World That Feels Real

March 26, 2026

Pokémon Pokopia opens a future where the familiar Pokémon world has been shaken by disaster. The game’s story starts in a damaged Kanto, showing how human tech and nature clash after a catastrophe. Players help restore homes with the help of Professor Tangrowth, learning that even in a bleak setting