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Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Seeks New Trial Nearly Two Years After Fraud Conviction
Oral arguments in the appeal of disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) are set to take place in Manhattan on Tuesday as the former “king of crypto” pushes for a new trial. SBF Pushes For New Trial Lawyers for Bankman-Fried are expected to present their case for a new trial for the former FTX CEO in New York City on November 4. In a September 2024 court document, Bankman-Fried’s attorneys argued that the ex-crypto executive was “presumed guilty” before his conviction.
SBF Polymarket Odds Shot Up After Trump Pardoned CZ - But Will The Momentum Last?
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried’s (SBF) odds of being pardoned by U.S. President Donald Trump rose amongst Polymarket bettors on Thursday following news that he had granted clemency to Binance founder Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao, a poll on the decentralized prediction market shows. According to the poll labeled “Who will Trump pardon in 2025,” Bankman-Fried’s odds of being pardoned rose by more than 6% within a 24-hour span. On Thursday morning, Bankman-Fried’s odds of being pardoned held steady at 6%.
Rep. Maxine Waters Lambasts Trump’s CZ Pardon In Scathing Statement
Congresswoman Maxine Waters had some choice words for U.S. President Donald Trump in an October 23 statement over his pardon of Binance founder Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao.
Investigators Trace Crypto to Dark Web Drug Scheme; UK Trio Jailed
Three men from the United Kingdom have been sentenced to a combined total of 27 years in prison for operating an extensive crypto-related drug scheme, an October 13 press release from the Regional Organized Crime Unit Network says. UK Trio Used Digital Assets in Drug Scheme According to the press release, Malcolm Magala, Jerome Omard, and Alain Kirunda-Nsiiro were sentenced at Reading Crown Court on Monday after the former two pleaded guilty to criminal charges tied to the digital asset scheme.
Nina Dobrev’s Bikini Photos Prove She’s Living Her Best Single Life Yet
Nina Dobrev embraces her single life with confidence and calm, dazzling fans in a bikini as she enjoys the beach, sunshine, and her radiant post-breakup glow. Nina Dobrev is stepping confidently into her single era, and she’s doing it with sunshine, serenity, and undeniable style. The actress recently gave fans a glimpse of her peaceful post-breakup glow with a series of breathtaking photos from what appears to be a dreamy oceanfront hideaway.
Congress Won’t Pass A Funding Bill Until November, Majority of Polymarket Bettors Say
The majority of Polymarket bettors predict that Congress won’t pass a spending bill until November, a new poll on the decentralized prediction market says. Polymarket Bettors Eye November Funding Bill Timeline According to the poll, 84% of participating Polymarket bettors believe that Congress will pass a funding bill by November 30. Meanwhile, just 30% of bettors predict a funding bill will advance through Congress by October 31.
The Trump Administration’s CZ Pardon Talks Are ‘Ramping Up:’ Report
The White House has allegedly “ramped up” pardon talks for Binance founder Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao, per an October 12 report from the New York Post. CZ Pardon Talks Intensify, Report Claims According to the Sunday report, discussion over Zhao’s possible pardon has recently “heated up” within the Trump administration.
From Raid to Rich List - Polymarket Founder Shayne Caplan Becomes The Youngest Self-Made Billionaire
27-year-old Polymarket founder Shayne Coplan has officially become the youngest self-made billionaire, a new report from Bloomberg claims. The report officially dubs the New York University (NYU) dropout as the youngest self-made billionaire amid Polymarket’s $9 billion valuation by the New York Stock Exchange’s parent organization, Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), as part of its $2 billion investment in Coplan’s company.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s Approval Rating Sinks - Shutdown Standoff Fuels Backlash
The approval rating of U.S. President Donald Trump is reaching new lows, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll published this week. Donald Trump Sees Steep Disapproval in New Poll Conducted between October 3 and October 7, the poll finds that 40% of Americans approve of Trump, while 58% disapprove. According to Reuters, the majority of Americans disapprove of Trump’s move to militarize law enforcement.
64% of Voters Believe Candidate’s Stance On Crypto ‘Very Important,’ New Poll Shows
64% of voters believe a candidate’s stance on digital assets is important when deciding who to vote for, according to a new Mclaughlin & Associates poll in partnership with The Digital Chamber. According to the consulting firm’s poll, nearly 65% of voters say that they find a candidate’s crypto stance important when deciding their vote.
U.S. Government Shutdown Likely To Drag On Past Oct. 15, Polymarket Bettors Predict
Generate Key Takeaways A majority of Polymarket bettors predict that the U.S. government shutdown will continue until October 15 or later, according to a new poll on the decentralized prediction website. Government Shutdown To Drag On, Polymarket Bettors Predict According to the poll titled “When Will The Government Shutdown End,” 43% of participating bettors believe that October 15 is the earliest date the U.S. government shutdown will end.
Tennessee Couple Ordered To Pay Almost $7 Million In Crypto Trading Fraud Scheme
A married couple from Tennessee has been ordered to pay a penalty of nearly $7 million for fraud involving a commodity pool, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission announced on Thursday.
Senators Call For Probe Into Top Trump Administration Officials,
Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Elissa Slotkin (D-NY) are pushing three key oversight officials to probe key Trump administration officials connected to U.S. President Donald Trump’s World Liberty Financial, a September 24 letter from the two U.S. lawmakers reads.
A 5-Minute Call With An Abortion Clinic Changed My Life Forever
I thought my life was over. Ashamed and panicked, I imagined the reactions from my parents, friends, and deeply Christian, conservative college community. I felt trapped, standing at the entrance of a long, dark tunnel with no clue what lay inside or if the light at the end was real—much less worth it. I had always dreamed of becoming a mother, but not like this. Abortion suddenly felt like the only way out. “You’ve put yourself in this situation—now you have to fix it,” I thought.
Henrico vendors prepare for Maymont's Merry Market Dec. 7-8
Top News — Community — Merry Market — Maymont — Fleur-de-Lis Farms — Deep Blue Joy — Moondog Bakery — Pawfect Sweets — Sassy Happy Handmade Maymont will host its annual Merry Market this Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 7 and 8, a festive, family-friendly celebration featuring more than 70 local artisans, including a number from Henrico. The event will run from noon to 5 p.m. each day.
Students compete in largest-ever Richmond Marathon
Dozens of University of Richmond students ran the Richmond Marathon on Nov. 16, joining the 1% of the population who will complete a marathon in their lifetimes. This year’s Richmond Marathon was the largest in its history, with 20,939 runners competing in the Allianz Partners Marathon, the CarMax Richmond Half Marathon, or the Virginia Commonwealth University Health 8k on Saturday morning.
IN THE GARDEN | Changing Destinities "
Heart wrenching stories of newborns dumped in dirt bins by mothers desperate to shed the responsibility of raising an unwanted child need not be. Breath of Life is an organisation which can help. And it’s this charity to which Alison Kettles is donating the proceeds from visitors to her home and garden this weekend at the Bass Blooms and Brushstrokes event in East London. Once the only options for these despairing women was to terminate their pregnancy or abandon their baby.
Teach your kids to be the master of their dreams - dream crafting for beginners!
Home School Age Up next Have you ever been asleep, but in that stage of dreaming when something from outside your dream like a car alarm, or someone talking becomes part of your dream narrative? Last week there was an earthquake felt in parts of Sydney while many of us slept, and somehow, I ended up with a rumbling quake in my dream too. It was an unexpected plot twist… but that’s just how dreams work, right?
IN THE GARDEN | Danish Concept Of Hygge In Your Garden »
Spending time with our Danish cousins years back was a delight. I could not help thinking that these folk from the northern part of the globe were far more “evolved” in their outlook than ours and most other countries. On discussing my thoughts with my daughter, who had spent time with the Danish family in Denmark, she shared some of the principles by which the gracious, funny, peaceful, unassuming folk live. First, outward symbols of wealth and affluence (such as fancy cars) are frowned upon.
IN THE GARDEN | Get To Know Your Garden Friends — From The Noisy To The Shy »
Among our friendship circles there are the rowdy as well as gentle, quiet ones who grace our homes, with each bringing a particular enjoyment with their visit. This is the same with visitors from the animal kingdom. When a crowned hornbill sweeps into your garden, there is no mistaking the presence of this big bold garrulous bird.
Best school holiday activities in Melbourne for 2024
Home School Age Entertainment Technology Up next As we shake off the chilly Melbourne winter, and the sun starts to show it's shiny-self, the Spring school holidays have rolled around. Instead of staying inside with the digital babysitter, why not take the kids out and try some of these fun school holiday ideas in Melbourne? There are free attractions for the whole family, or activities to suit every taste. From galleries, museums and games, to festivals and big-screen fun at the movies.
States will low vaccine rates should consider the incentives
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — A UAB doctor suggests that if the state of Alabama offered incentives to those who choose to get the COVID shot, it could improve the vaccine percentage for the state. According to the CDC, nationally, 44% of people are fully vaccinated and 53% have gotten at least one dose. Alabama lags far behind the national numbers, with fewer than 30% of people fully vaccinated. Some Alabama counties, including Madison and Colbert County in North Alabama, have higher percentages.
Shelf Care Interview: Traci Sorell
Welcome to the Shelf Care Interview, an occasional conversation series where Booklist talks to book people. This Shelf Care Interview is sponsored by Lerner. In this episode of the Shelf Care Interview, Julia Smith talks with author Traci Sorell about her picture book biography, Classified: The Secret Career of Mary Golda Ross, Cherokee Aerospace Engineer, which publishes this March under Lerner’s Millbrook Press imprint. You can listen to this Shelf Care Interview here.
Time to Switch Tedious Pre-Records for Fun, Engaging Virtual Events
Advertising has always had a reputation as a fun industry. While the long lunches of the 80s and 90s may be a thing of the past, the conferences and events are still legendary. If you haven’t at some point sipped rose on – or at least near – a yacht in Cannes, wangled a flight to SXSW on the most spurious of excuses, or rubbed shoulders with a handful of eponymous agency founders at Advertising Week Europe, you’re doing something wrong. But this year, all that came to a shuddering halt.
The Bus Driver at the Lights (Looks Like Elvis)
The bus driver At the lights Looks like A sixty something Elvis Who would be About eighty-five By now So I guess not But guessing is half the fun I wonder if The King Found Calm In a new life Safe In the South Wales valleys On the green, green grass Of a home He had never known Maybe He goes to the Elvis convention In Porthcawl And always comes fifth In the lookalike competition Though he doesn’t mind He’s just happy To be With the people Part of the everyday He smiles gently At me As I...
Buying Clothes for a Toddler: Online Vs. Offline
Nowadays, there is nothing surprising that people prefer ordering outfits online. Users know their sizes and can easily use charts with measurements. Besides, shopping from the comfort of one’s home has plenty of benefits. While adults already know their sizes of outfits and shoes, the problem of buying toddler clothes online is that kids grow very fast. So, is it worth browsing the web in search of great deals on items for kids or is it better to go to a mall?
The Broad / LA Intersections: Music, Language, Movement — Flaunt Magazine
September 18, 2020 by Julia Smith Photo credit: Medium Grey Films, San Cha alongside “Movement” from Mike Tyus Los Angeles based contemporary art museum, The Broad, returns digitally with an original three-part performance art series highlighting LA Intersections: Music, Language, Movement. The first part of this series aired September 17th, featuring music by serpentwithfeet and San Cha alongside “Movement” from Mike Tyus and “Language” from Shonda Buchanan.
Clever | Read an Interview with the Post Malone Signee — Flaunt Magazine
Clever is an American rapper, singer and songwriter. Signed to Lil Bibby's Grade A Productions, Republic Records, the up-and-coming rap star is currently the first and only signed artist under Post Malone's record company, Posty Co. The on-the-rise rapper has worked with big industry names such as Lil Baby and Juice WRLD. Clever is ascending into his own musical career, creating fresh new music that show us who Clever really is.
Matthew Dear | "New Breed" | A Collaboration for the new Ford Mustang Mach-E — Flaunt Magazine
For decades, music and cars have been honed and mastered in the city of Detroit, Michigan. American music producer, electronic avant-pop artist, and cherished Flaunt alum, Matthew Dear, a Michigan local, exemplifies this in his new track, “New Breed”, which comes about in a collaboration with Ford. This hypnotic ,electronic-pop arrangement samples the oscillations that emanate from Ford’s upcoming all-electric car, the Mustang Mach-E.
GENTLE MONSTER | NEW COLLABORATION WITH DIPLO — Flaunt Magazine
August 24, 2020 by Julia Smith Flaunt favorite Gentle Monster has debuted a new eyewear collaboration with Grammy-winning artist, producer and DJ Diplo. Created with Diplo, the shades bridge the gap between contemporary design and classic flair in a lightweight premium titanium frame. Two aviator style frames feature—the LONE WOLF and THE CUB—and a 3-D film celebrates the special moment.
The GUESS U.S.A. Archive Drop Program — Flaunt Magazine
August 19, 2020 by Julia Smith GUESS U.S.A is launching a new 7-piece collection for their monthly Archival Drop Program. Following the release of Archive 001 and 002, this next release is inspired by collegiate and varsity authentic aesthetics, while maintaining the convenience of comfortable sportswear. With an emphasis on archival apparel styles and reissued graphic designs, the 003 capsule includes unisex staples like crewnecks, tees and shorts.
The Shelf Care Interview: V. T. Bidania
Welcome to the Shelf Care Interview, an occasional conversation series where Booklist talks to book people. This Shelf Care Interview is sponsored by Capstone. In this episode of the Shelf Care Interview, Julia Smith talks to debut author V. T. Bidania, author of the Astrid and Apollo series, which kicks off with Astrid and Apollo and the Starry Campout.
Bookmakers: Tyler Feder’s DANCING AT THE PITY PARTY
Tyler Feder’s graphic memoir, Dancing at the Pity Party, is a candid and moving reflection on the loss of her mother to cancer during Feder’s sophomore year of college. It’s also the first book she has both written and illustrated. Here we discuss her process, her hopes, and the many ways in which her mother shaped—and continues to shape—her life and her art. BKL: How did your mom’s artistic talents influence your own?
The 4 Books Helping Me Stay Sane at Home
BooksEntertainmentUncategorized by Julia Smith May 25, 2020 written by Julia Smith May 25, 2020 As I’ve been spending most of my time at home lately, I’ve been relying on entertainment more than ever before. While a Netflix binge is always fun, I find books are another great way to unplug while still exercising my mind. Books help us imagine the lives of others, experience new places, learn new things, and escape to different worlds.
Consumers Head To YouTube For Uplifting Content During COVID-19
Channel Factory, a global technology platform that maximizes both performance efficiency and brand suitability for advertisers on YouTube, today announced the results of a new survey that shows that people are flocking to YouTube for uplifting and mood enhancing content.
The 9 Most Binge-Worthy Shows on Hulu (April 2020)
If you’re in need of an escape, a distraction, or just good entertainment, look no further. Hulu is full of binge-worthy content to help you laugh, cry, or simply enjoy some hard-earned relaxation. Here’s 9 of the absolute best shows to binge on Hulu right now. Photo by John Tuesday on Unsplash PEN15 In this coming-of-age comedy, the creators star as 13-year-old versions of themselves. This makes certain mature scenes way less awkward than if they were portrayed by actual teens.
9 Stores That Offer Grocery Delivery to Make Life Easier
Need to get groceries without leaving your house? Get the scoop on 9 stores that offer grocery delivery to your front door! As we all practice social distancing responsibly, it’s only logical to reduce the number of trips we make out of the house. A grocery delivery service is the easiest way to buy food and household items without any of the stress of going out.
Top 10 Amazon Hacks to Save You Money
There’s zero doubt that Amazon is the most convenient way to go shopping from the comfort of your own home. However, there are a lot of easy Amazon hacks that even the savviest shopper may not know about. I’ve gathered 10 of my favorites to help you save money, no getting out of your PJs required. 😉 Amazon Hack #1: Digitally Clip Coupons Yes, Amazon has coupons! I didn’t know about this one until recently, and coupons offer a (~whole new~) world of savings on a huge variety of items.
The Shelf Care Interview: Chris Ferrie
Welcome to the Shelf Care Interview, an occasional conversation series where Booklist talks to book people. This Shelf Care Interview is sponsored by Sourcebooks. In this episode of the Shelf Care Interview, Julia Smith talks to Australian author Chris Ferrie. Chris is an award-winning physicist, a mathematician, and popular author of science books for children. Chris has a new picture book series, The Everyday Science Academy, the first four volumes of which come out in June 2020 from Sourcebooks.
Judge John Hodgman Episode 144: Father Gnaws Beast
Sisters Kim and Jen bring the case against their dad, Rick. They're at odds when it comes to ordering food for the whole family, since Kim is a vegetarian and Rick loves meat. Can Judge Hodgman cater to all tastes?
Annual Nearly Naked Mile draws largest crowd in history
University of Colorado Boulder students stripped down and got “nearly naked” Thursday night to celebrate the annual Nearly Naked Mile at the Koenig Alumni Center. The philanthropic event is organized by the Herd, the student arm of the alumni association, and saw students donate clothing to the Sheridan School district and Clothes to Kids Denver, a Denver based non-profit.
Talking Nonsense with Rivka Galchen
I recently had the opportunity to talk to Rivka Galchen about her new children’s book, Rat Rule 79, her first novel for younger readers, despite a long-standing passion for children’s literature. She’s penned articles for The New Yorker on Mo Willems and Curious George, not to mention having taught courses on kid lit.
These Magic Silicone Dishwashing Gloves Come With a Scrubber Attached
25th-Amendment-Fan: You know - I am "just a 64-year-old white guy". But guess what -- this is wrong and it isn't, as trump claims, "pure political correctness". Andrew Jackson, the image of whom is on the $20 bill, owned a 1,000 acre plantation, the labor for which was entirely on the backs of enslaved (black) men, women, and children. Contrast that with Harriet Tubman - escaped slave and mother of the Underground Railroad. A very fitting change.
We Found All Of The Instagram Accounts For KFC's Infamous 'Chickendales'
From Delish To catch you up to speed: KFC launched a website for Mother's Day, partnering with Chippendales (the dance company that your drunk best friend is dying to go to for her bachelorette party) and is giving you the once in a lifetime opportunity to send your loving mother a personalized video of nine nearly-nude men dancing while reminding her that she is the best mom in the country. Please watch the video if you have any further questions: Did anyone ask for this? Absolutely not.
The Pointer Sisters
Tweet New to Bullseye? Subscribe to our podcast in iTunes or with your favorite podcatcher to make sure you automatically get the newest episode every week. And if you're looking for a particular segment to listen to or share, check us out on Soundcloud. -- Download this week's episode here. The Pointer Sisters Get Excited (About Music, Clothes, and More) The Pointer Sisters have always been musical chameleons.
Bullseye with Jesse Thorn: Roman Mars and Boots Riley, Live at SF Sketchfest
Guests: Roman Mars Guests: Boots Riley Guests: Steve Agee Guests: Peter Hartlaub New to Bullseye? Subscribe to the show in iTunes or via the RSS feed, or check out our SoundCloud page to share any or all of these interviews or recommendations! This week, a live recording of Bullseye, held at the Punchline Comedy Club as part of SF Sketchfest.
Why the Smartest People Have Tons of Unread Books
Legendary Italian writer, Umberto Eco, owned a personal library with a staggering 30,000 books, and he separated visitors into two categories: Those who ask, “Wow! How many of these books have you read?” and those who understand — that’s not the point. If you’re a reader like me, you probably have an ever-growing stack of books beside your bed that you haven’t read yet. Or better yet — shelves and shelves full of unread books.
List & Shout: Twins Peak
Twins Are All the Rage These Days This list originally appeared in the November 19, 2018, issue of Booklandia, our FREE newsletter devoted to young-adult and middle-grade lit (never in the same issue). The premise of List & Shout? We make a clever list of YA or MG trends, and you forward it to everyone you know. Simple enough?
Bullseye with Jesse Thorn: Ricky Jay
Magician & Sleight of Hand Artist Ricky Jay on the Nature of Deception Is there such a thing as honest deception? Ricky Jay thinks so. Jay is one of the finest practioners of magic and sleight of hand in the world, and began performing as a child in Brooklyn. He learned the elements of performance from his grandfather, who was also a magician, and from his mentors like Dai Vernon and Charlier Miller.
Some of Your Favorite Cereals May Contain Traces of Weed-Killing Chemical
Findings recently reported by a study revealed that traces of a commonly known weed killer, Roundup, were found in portions of oat-based foods. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) published its findings that claim several popular oat cereals, oatmeal, granola and snack bars contained the poison used in the weed-killing product.
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