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McConaughey: Bees in 'Amziah King' Mirror Human Community

In 'The Rivals of Amziah King,' Matthew McConaughey's character learns from bees about community. McConaughey, director Andrew Patterson and actress Angelina LookingGlass discuss the film's bee metaphor and communal themes.

Crypto16d ago

UK standards probe into Farage's crypto donations resumes after win

Nigel Farage faces a resumed UK standards probe over $6.7 million from a crypto billionaire and staff funding from a convicted fraudster, days after winning a by-election. A Labour proposal would make a crypto donation moratorium permanent.

Crypto16d ago

Crypto Extortion Success Rate Drops to 26% as Attacks Rise

Violent crypto theft attempts are surging but failing at record rates. France leads with 30 incidents in H1. Chainalysis reports 26% success rate, down from 67%.

Stocks16d ago

A Historian's Case That the 14th Amendment Was Never Ratified

Forrest McDonald's 1991 case: a Senate vote one short, rescinded ratifications, military rule. Corporate personhood and Section 4 hinge on the ratification record.

Crypto16d ago

PENGU, WIF, BONK Lead August 2026 Memecoins – 11 Picks

From WIF and PENGU to Popcat and Ponke, here are 11 notable memecoins for August 2026. Each token is driven by community, narrative, or virality rather than traditional utility.

Stocks16d ago

NAIC AI Supplement Moves From Principles to Exam Questions

The NAIC's AI Risk Evaluation Supplement moves from principles to exam questions. Twelve states are piloting the framework. Version 5.0 gets a 30-day public exposure in September.

Crypto16d ago

Ireland Targets Private Crypto Wallets in New AML Strategy

Ireland's first AML strategy imposes enhanced controls on private wallet transfers and tightens due diligence for crypto firms outside the EU, with key measures tied to MiCA and the FATF travel rule.

Stocks16d ago

Amanda Knox's fringe show reignites debate on trauma and comedy

Amanda Knox's Edinburgh Fringe show 'Cartwheel' draws on her wrongful murder conviction. Reviews are mixed, and Kercher's family objects. The debate over trauma as comedy continues.

Commodities16d ago

Drone Tariffs Hit Rare Earth Magnets, Opening a Supply Gap

New U.S. drone tariffs and a 2027 defense sourcing deadline create a rare earth magnet supply gap. One Nasdaq company is already selling non-China magnets.

Stocks16d ago

Brazil opens 60-day trade consultation over US tariffs, risks retaliation

Brazil starts 60-day trade talks with the U.S. after tariffs up to 37.5% on $7.4B of exports. Steel, sugar sectors most exposed. Embraer exempt. Risk of retaliation or deal before October elections.

Stocks16d ago

Court win for Gilead threatens AFP drug import model

Appeals court upholds Gilead's injunction against drug importers, ruling overseas versions of Biktarvy are not equivalent. The decision could reshape alternative funding programs that have grown as drug costs rise.

Stocks16d ago

Why Middle-Class Americans Are Buying Plan B Passports

Salaried professionals and retirees now account for 25% of US consultation calls at Immigrant Invest, up from 15% in 2025, as political division drives demand for second passports.