Prospective SEC chair pressed on sale of FTX-tied firm

Lawmakers in the US Senate Banking Committee questioned prospective Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) member Paul Atkins on his ties to the crypto industry and how he might regulate digital assets if confirmed. Questioning Atkins at his nomination hearing on March 27, Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren said the former SEC commissioner had had “staggeringly bad…

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Blue Jays bid to ignite power surge vs. Astros

Apr 20, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays center fielder George Springer (4) breaks his bat grounding out against the Seattle Mariners in the fourth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images The Toronto Blue Jays have been in a power drought this season. Toronto hitters will attempt to drive some balls…

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Reports: Patriots add DT Milton Williams for $104M

Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Milton Williams (93) celebrates after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs during Super Bowl LIX at Ceasars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images The New England Patriots spent more than $200 million in free agency to shore up their defense on Monday, reportedly adding…

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Kyle Stowers sizzling as Marlins take on Athletics

May 3, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Marlins right fielder Kyle Stowers (28) celebrates his walk-off grand slam in the ninth inning against the Oakland Athletics with shortstop Xavier Edwards (9) and first baseman Eric Wagaman (33) at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images Kyle Stowers is playing like an All-Star. The Marlins outfielder,…

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If You Want to Ski Cheaply Next Season, Buy Now

While the slopes may still be open across much of North America, it’s time to think about next season. The major passes, including Epic and Ikon, as well as the smaller Mountain Collective, have recently announced sales for the 2025-26 season. The Indy Pass has already completed its early sales, although opportunities to purchase it…

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Trump’s Crypto Venture Introduces a Stablecoin

World Liberty Financial, the cryptocurrency company started by Donald J. Trump and his sons, announced on Tuesday that it was planning to sell a digital currency called a stablecoin, deepening the president’s financial ties to crypto as his administration relaxes enforcement of the industry. The stablecoin would be known as USD1, the company wrote in…

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