Eric Adams’ NYC Token Crashes 80% in Hours, Offering a Stark Lesson in Why Bitcoin Is Different
Bitcoin Magazine Eric Adams’ NYC Token Crashes 80% in Hours, Offering a Stark Lesson in Why Bitcoin Is Different Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing a lot of heat today after his high-profile launch of a new cryptocurrency, dubbed the NYC Token, crashed within hours of launching. Adams launched the token on…
Freebie of the week: Drop in to a drum circle at LA County Museum of Art
Do you like the sound of a drum? You may wish to check out the drop-in drum circle scheduled Sunday, Jan. 18 at LACMA (Los Angeles County Museum of Art) to commemorate the 2025 L.A. fires that devastated so many families. This all-ages event is planned to be held 12:30-3:30 p.m. in the Schmidt Welcome…
Plastic pellets known as ‘nurdles’ are polluting beaches and waterways
By David Montgomery, Stateline.org SEADRIFT, Texas — Aboard an aluminum skiff or one of her five kayaks, fourth-generation shrimper and fisherwoman Diane Wilson often plies the coastal bays and streams near her tiny hometown of Seadrift, Texas. But instead of fishing for shrimp, black drum or blue crabs, these days the 77-year-old is an environmental…
Democrats will spend millions to shift voter registration strategy ahead of the midterm elections
By MATT BROWN, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Democratic National Committee will spend millions of dollars to cement control of voter registration efforts that have traditionally been entrusted to nonprofit advocacy groups and individual political campaigns, a shift that party leaders hope will increase their chances in this year’s midterm elections. Related Articles Clintons…
Disney turned down Tomorrowland makeover proposed for Disneyland, report says
Disney accountants forced Walt Disney Imagineering to shelve a massive makeover of Disneyland’s Tomorrowland because the return on investment didn’t make financial sense, according to a new report. Disney executives turned down Imagineering proposals to refurbish Disneyland’s aging Tomorrowland, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal. Sign up for our Park Life newsletter…
US carbon pollution rose in 2025. Experts blame cold winter, high natural gas prices, data centers
By SETH BORENSTEIN, AP Science Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — In a reversal from previous years’ pollution reductions, the United States spewed 2.4% more heat-trapping gases from the burning of fossil fuels in 2025 than in the year before, researchers calculated in a study released Tuesday. Related Articles Court says Trump administration illegally blocked $7.6B in…
Bitcoin (BTC) at a Crossroads: $100K Breakout or New Correction Ahead?
The primary cryptocurrency has been trading above $90,000 for the last couple of days, but bulls have been unable to achieve a decisive upside breakout. Some analysts believe the asset is currently at a turning point, predicting an ascent above $100,000 if key levels are reclaimed. Others are less optimistic, envisioning a brutal crash in…
What’s Going On With Bitcoin And The Stock Market? Analyst Breaks It Down
Bitcoin (BTC) and the stock market have experienced sharp price swings and declines since 2025. Because of this volatility, a crypto analyst has warned that the market correction could intensify further in 2026. In a detailed analysis, he outlines a bearish scenario for Bitcoin, suggesting the flagship cryptocurrency could soon face another price crash amid…
CZ Warns Crypto Traders: Following His Jokes to Meme Coins Is a Path to Losses
Former Binance CEO Changpeng “CZ” Zhao has issued a blunt warning to cryptocurrency traders, stating that purchasing meme coins inspired by his informal social media posts will almost certainly result in financial loss. His comments, made in a post on X on January 13, highlighted a persistent issue of speculative mania in crypto, where casual…
‘Dilbert’ cartoonist Scott Adams dies at 68
“Dilbert” cartoonist Scott Adams is dead at 68. The satirist from Windham, New York, died following a long battle with prostate cancer, according to his ex-wife, Shelly Miles. She announced the news on Tuesday with a statement Adams prepared prior to his death during a live stream on his YouTube channel, Coffee with Scott Adams….
Fors Launches Beta to Aggregate Prediction Markets Across Solana Ecosystem
[PRESS RELEASE – Be’er Sheva, Israel, January 13th, 2026] Fors, a prediction market aggregation platform built on Solana, today announced the release of its beta version, designed to address fragmentation and inefficiencies across modern prediction markets. Prediction markets covering multiple categories, including politics, sports, macroeconomic events, cryptocurrencies, and global developments, have expanded rapidly in recent…
There are dozens of Little Free Libraries in the San Fernando Valley
There are dozens of Little Free Libraries in the San Fernando Valley, found in the front yards of residents, in parks, and at the entrances of local businesses. A Little Free Library contains donated books from the community that are free to take and read. And anyone can give a book or two, leaving it…
Clintons refuse to testify in House Epstein investigation as Republicans threaten contempt charges
By STEPHEN GROVES WASHINGTON (AP) — Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton say they will refuse to comply with a congressional subpoena for them to testify in an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. The Clintons are slamming a Republican-controlled committee’s attempts as “legally invalid” as GOP lawmakers prepare contempt of Congress…
Samourai Letter #2: Notes From The Inside
Bitcoin Magazine Samourai Letter #2: Notes From The Inside Hello Reader, The shadow economy of FPC Morgantown runs on pouches of mackerel. Yes, the fish. Much like any fiat, or precious metal standard there is no intrinsic value to the currency, to the mackerel. You might be a smart ass thinking to yourself that surely…
Trump alienta las protestas en Irán y afirma que la ayuda “está en camino”
El presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, ha escalado sus declaraciones de apoyo a las manifestaciones en Irán y ha llamado a “los patriotas” que participan en ellas a “tomar las instituciones”. En un mensaje en su red social, Truth, el mandatario también ha anunciado la cancelación de los contactos previstos entre su Administración y…
La primera ministra danesa advierte sobre el interés de Trump en Groenlandia: “Lo más difícil está por venir”
Groenlandia y Dinamarca cierran filas ante la presión de Estados Unidos. La primera ministra danesa, Mette Frederiksen, ha declarado este martes que “lo más difícil está por venir” y ha calificado de “inaceptables” las amenazas de Donald Trump de hacerse con el control de la gigantesca isla ártica. El primer ministro groenlandés, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, presente…
‘We’re in a bit of a state’: Cornish villagers frustrated by lack of help after Storm Goretti
Trees still block roads and scores of people remain without power or water almost a week on from storm Linda Williams, 86, has been without heating, lighting and a working phone for the best part of five days. She is trying to keep warm by layering up and she picks her way around her home…
Southern California job creation 80% below normal
New jobs stats suggest Southern California bosses were cautious about expanding staff as 2025 wound down. My trusty spreadsheet, filled with recently released employment figures from the Employment Development Dept., found 8.1 million at work in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties in November. That employment level, which is not adjusted for seasonal…
At-home STD tests offer new options for screening and treatment
By MATTHEW PERRONE, AP Health Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — New options for testing and treating some of the most common sexually transmitted diseases are becoming available, a trend that experts hope will keep downward pressure on U.S. infection rates. Related Articles A taste of nature can provide balance and calm during the workday Medical bills…
Bitcoin Price Briefly Jumps Above $92,800 As CPI Meets Forecasts, Powell DOJ Dispute Fuels Safe-Haven Bid
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Briefly Jumps Above $92,800 As CPI Meets Forecasts, Powell DOJ Dispute Fuels Safe-Haven Bid The bitcoin price briefly climbed above $92,500 today after U.S. inflation data came in line with expectations as markets assessed the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook and rising political tensions surrounding the central bank. The consumer price index…
Trump cancel meetings with Iranian officials and tells protesters ‘help is on its way’
By AAMER MADHANI, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Trump said Tuesday he’s canceled talks with Iranian officials amid a protest crackdown, telling Iranian citizens “help is on its way.” Related Articles Ex-Justice Department special counsel Smith will testify publicly about his Trump investigations Danish foreign minister says Vance will host meeting on Greenland in…
Ban social media for kids? This Long Beach lawmaker says Australia is on to something
Roughly two decades after social media started growing in popularity, the U.S. Surgeon General issued an advisory in 2023 raising the possibility that too much screen time might negatively impact a young person’s mental health. Such concerns aren’t isolated to the United States; just last month, Australia became the first country to implement a social…
Next XRP Wave Shows Where Price Is Headed Next, But There’s A Catch
XRP has reached a technically decisive level, and the next wave of price action is expected to clarify whether the market is setting up for recovery or preparing for another structural breakdown. Recent movement confirms that a key support has done its job, but the upside path comes with strict conditions that will determine whether…
Aging infrastructure, water issues keep some rest areas closed along California freeways
Q: Ben Nunnally of Riverside asked for more details about why so many of California’s freeway rest areas are closed. He felt our recent column that discussed rest stops closures didn’t provide enough from Caltrans. “The rest stop issue has been talked about, written about for years, with not much change,” he said. Nunnally also…
Google teams up with Walmart and other retailers to enable shopping within Gemini AI chatbot
By ANNE D’INNOCENZIO NEW YORK (AP) — Google said Sunday that it is expanding the shopping features in its AI chatbot by teaming up with Walmart, Shopify, Wayfair and other big retailers to turn the Gemini app into a virtual merchant as well as an assistant. Related Articles Inflation cooled slightly in December though remains…
Ethereum Price Analysis: Where’s ETH Heading Next as Bullish Momentum Cools?
Ethereum is still stuck in a broader corrective phase, but the structure is no longer aggressively bearish. The asset is holding above key higher-timeframe demand while volatility has compressed. This is typically where the market decides between a continuation lower or a larger corrective push higher. Momentum remains mixed, and ETH is still lagging relative…
Trump Urges Powell to Lower Rates After Favorable CPI Data: How Will BTC’s Price React?
Data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Tuesday that the consumer price index showed a minor increase of 0.3% on a monthly basis and 2.7% annually. The core CPI, though, which excludes more volatile sectors like food and energy, was slightly better, with a rise of 0.2% monthly and 2.6% annually. Both indices…
21Shares Launches Bitcoin and Gold ETP on London Stock Exchange
Bitcoin Magazine 21Shares Launches Bitcoin and Gold ETP on London Stock Exchange 21Shares today launched its Bitcoin and gold exchange-traded product, the 21Shares Bitcoin Gold ETP (BOLD), on the London Stock Exchange, expanding the range of crypto-linked investment products available to UK retail investors. BOLD is the fifth cryptocurrency product from 21Shares to receive prospectus…
Mark Ruffalo’s howl of frustration was the Golden Globes’ finest hour
The actor’s sober note of sanity on Sunday night was the latest courageous move from a man who seems more invested in activism than acting At times like these, when the world teeters on the brink of several terrifying calamities at once, awards seasons can be something of a tightrope. This weekend’s Golden Globe awards…
Show some gratitude, people – Nadhim Zahawi has joined Reform for our benefit, apparently | Marina Hyde
The current crop of politicians are constantly telling us they don’t have to be doing this. Aren’t we lucky? Sorry to call it early, but the worst trend of 2026 is politicians who are graciously doing us all a favour. “He doesn’t need to be here,” declared Nigel Farage on Monday of Reform UK’s newest…
