North Carolina Recent College Graduates Face Higher Unemployment Than General Population
Recent college graduates in North Carolina struggle to find jobs, with unemployment surpassing the state’s overall rate amid a challenging job market.
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Bitcoin Drops Sharply Below $74,000 Following False Iran-US Deal Report
Bitcoin’s price plunged below $74,000 after an unverified report claimed the US and Iran reached a deal, a claim swiftly denied by Washington and President Trump.
Trade & Tariffs
Tentative Iran Ceasefire Deal Includes Nuclear Talks but Key Issues Remain Unresolved
Tehran and Washington reportedly agree to extend the Iran War ceasefire and initiate fresh nuclear negotiations, though major points like uranium stockpiles and sanctions remain contentious.
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Pinarayi Vijayan Enables Bineesh Kodiyeri’s Political Comeback Amid Enforcement Directorate Pressure
Amid Enforcement Directorate scrutiny targeting Pinarayi Vijayan’s family, the Kerala CPI(M) reinstates Bineesh Kodiyeri’s party membership, signaling shifting power dynamics.
AI & Tech Regulation
DOJ Seeks Identities of Anonymous Social Media Users Criticizing Immigration Policies
The Justice Department has issued subpoenas to Reddit and X demanding personal information to identify critics of immigration enforcement, raising concerns over free speech protections.
Crypto & Fintech
Crypto Market Faces Critical Moment as $7.5 Billion in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP Options Expire
The crypto market shows mixed signals as $7.5 billion worth of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP options expire amid US inflation data and cautious trader sentiment.
Corporate Power
OKX Ventures and Korea Investment & Securities to Acquire Nearly 20% Stake in Coinone
OKX Ventures and Korea Investment & Securities plan a $106 million investment to jointly acquire a 19.6% stake in South Korean crypto exchange Coinone amid regulatory reforms.
Markets & Macro
Inflation Expands Beyond Energy, Pressuring Broader US Economy
Recent data reveals inflation is spreading past gasoline prices, impacting housing, utilities, and consumer spending, raising concerns about persistent economic challenges.
Energy & Climate
Carbon Financing Supports Wildlife Diversity in Sierra Leone’s Gola Rainforest
A study reveals that REDD+ carbon funding in Sierra Leone’s Gola Rainforest boosts animal biodiversity alongside reducing deforestation, highlighting broader conservation benefits.
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Blue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Explodes During Florida Test, Impacting Lunar Plans
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket, named after astronaut John Glenn, exploded during a test in Florida, delaying projects tied to NASA’s lunar exploration missions.