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The following article originally appeared on Jennifer Pahlka’s Eating Policy website and is being republished here with the author’s permission.I read Norman Maclean’s Young Men and Fire when I was a teenager, I think, so it’s been many years, but I still remember its turning point vividly. It’s set in 1949 in Montana, at the Gates of the Mountains Wilderness, about an hour north of Helena. A fire is burning, and the Forest Service sends out their smokejumpers to fight it. But the fire changes direction without warning, and a group of smokejumpers working in the Mann Gulch find themselves…

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Roughly $13 million in user funds vanished from Russia crypto exchange Grinex in April 2026, and by the time the exchange suspended trading, the money was already moving fast across blockchain networks toward a single destination wallet. The halt left users unable to access their funds, withdraw balances, or execute trades, with no timeline given for restoration of services. Blockchain intelligence firm Elliptic confirmed the exploit and began tracking the stolen assets on-chain. The firm identified Grinex as one of the largest venues for converting Russian rubles into crypto assets, despite the exchange being formally registered in Kyrgyzstan, a detail…

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Trump and Iran said the Strait of Hormuz is open again to commercial shipping after the new ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, putting one of the world’s most important energy routes back in business for now. Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said in a social media post that, in line with the ceasefire in Lebanon, all commercial vessels could use the Strait of Hormuz for the rest of the truce on the route already set by Iran’s ports authority.  Trump followed with his own message and said: “THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ IS COMPLETELY OPEN AND READY FOR BUSINESS AND…

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On 8 January 2026, the Iranian government imposed a near-total communications shutdown. It was the country’s first full information blackout: For weeks, the internet was off across all provinces while services including the government-run intranet, VPNs, text messaging, mobile calls, and even landlines were severely throttled. It was an unprecedented lockdown that left more than 90 million people cut off not only from the world, but from one another.Since then, connectivity has never fully returned. Following U.S. and Israeli airstrikes in late February, Iran again imposed near-total restrictions, and people inside the country again saw global information flows dry up.The…

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When starting a business, comprehension vital registration requirements is critical. First, you’ll need to choose a business structure and file formation documents with the Texas Secretary of State. Next, check your desired business name for uniqueness and file a DBA if necessary. Tax registration with the Texas Comptroller may likewise be required. Compliance with local regulations and obtaining industry-specific licenses can’t be overlooked. Let’s explore these steps in detail to guarantee you’re set up for success. Key Takeaways Choose a suitable business structure, such as an LLC or corporation, to ensure limited liability protection and comply with formation requirements. Register…

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They say journalists never truly clock out. But for Christian, that’s not just a metaphor, it’s a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-shifting tides of the cryptocurrency market, wielding words like a seasoned editor and crafting articles that decipher the jargon for the masses. When the PC goes on hibernate mode, however, his pursuits take a more mechanical (and sometimes philosophical) turn. Christian’s journey with the written word began long before the age of Bitcoin. In the hallowed halls of academia, he honed his craft as a feature writer for his college paper. This early love for storytelling paved…

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On April 7, Allbirds sent out a press release celebrating its new “canvas cruiser” collection and a partnership with Pantone, the color company. One week later, on April 15, Allbirds sent out a press release announcing that the brand will “pivot its business to AI compute infrastructure.” AI comes at you fast.In fairness, it’s been an eventful month for Allbirds. The startup’s fall from grace has been long-brewing and well-documented, but here’s the short version. While its comfortable-yet-presentable footwear propelled it to a $4 billion valuation when it went public in 2021, its sales never quite matched the hype. After…

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by Sharelle B. McNair April 15, 2026 The HBCU grad, receiving her Bachelor’s degree from Howard University, joins a small group of women running Fortune 500 companies as the new Dow CEO and an even smaller group of Black women who lead them. Dow announced some changes to its leadership on the board of directors, promoting Chief Operating Officer Karen S. Carter to Chief Executive Officer (CEO). She will replace Jim Fitterling. The move becomes effective July 1. “ She is a disciplined, highly respected leader with a deep understanding of Dow’s businesses and customers,” Richard David, Dow’s…

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