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Rain-Drenched Village: A North Carolina Community's Struggle to Stay Afloat

September 29, 2024

As the remnants of Hurricane Helene slowly subsided, the once picturesque village of Biltmore in western North Carolina was left grappling with the devastating consequences of severe flooding. The village, renowned for its historic charm and unique architecture, was now under water, with debris-fill

opinion

When Ignoring Climate Change is Not an Option

September 28, 2024

Decarbonization is no longer a distant dream, but a business imperative that requires immediate action. The recent Emissions Gap Report 2023 by the United Nations emphasized the urgent need for a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions to limit global warming to 2°C or 1.5°C above pre-indu

lifestyle

Tennis Players' Cultural Adventure Turns Heads

September 28, 2024

Coco Gauff and Carlos Alcaraz are making waves in the tennis world, not just with their impressive skills on the court, but also with their cultural flair off the court. The young tennis stars recently visited the Forbidden City in Beijing, China, and their traditional Chinese outfits stole the show

finance

From Fraud to Redemption: The Caroline Ellison Story

September 26, 2024

Caroline Ellison, a former top executive at FTX, has been sentenced to 24 months in prison for her role in a multibillion-dollar fraud. But Ellison's story is not just one of crime and punishment. It's a tale of vulnerability, exploitation, and ultimately, redemption. Ellison, 29, pleaded guilty ne

politics

Uncoupling the Web of Russian Money Laundering

September 26, 2024

The US government is preparing to charge two Russian nationals accused of masterminding a massive money laundering operation. This move is part of a broader effort to crack down on Russian cybercrime. According to sources, one of the men has been involved in money laundering for over a decade, makin

science

The Weather Whirlwind of the Past

September 26, 2024

Imagine living 20,000 years ago, during the peak of the last ice age. The world was vastly different, with sea levels 130 meters lower and the missing liquid locked away as ice. Despite these changes, the continents and their oceanic surroundings, including the Pacific, looked eerily similar to what

technology

New Beginnings at OpenAI: Leadership Shifts and Future Plans

September 26, 2024

As the artificial intelligence (AI) landscape continues to evolve, OpenAI, a leading research organization, has announced significant leadership changes. Sam Altman, the company's CEO, has shared a note with staff, outlining the departures of Mira, Bob, and Barret, as well as internal promotions and

finance

The Rise of Stablecoins: Disrupting Traditional Finance

September 23, 2024

Stablecoins are quietly revolutionizing the financial landscape. With a market capitalization of over $170 billion, these cryptocurrencies are becoming increasingly important. Unlike their bitcoin counterparts, stablecoins are pegged to the value of another asset, providing a sense of stability in a

environment

The Plastic Paradox: California Sues ExxonMobil for Deception and Environmental Destruction

September 23, 2024

For decades, ExxonMobil has been accused of using its massive resources to manipulate public opinion and deny the harm caused by its plastic products. Despite numerous warning signs, the company continued to produce and sell plastic products, knowing they would end up in oceans, landfills, and even

opinion

Rethinking Humanity's Future: A Call to Action

September 23, 2024

As we stand at the brink of a catastrophic future, humanity is faced with the daunting task of rethinking its very existence. The world is on the cusp of a major transformation, driven by the convergence of multiple wars, extreme inequality, and the looming specter of climate collapse. It's time to