Oklahoma lawmakers introduced legislation this week that would allow state employees, vendors, private businesses, and residents to negotiate and receive payments in bitcoin. Senate Bill 2064, introduced by Senator Dusty Deevers during the 2026 legislative session, establishes a legal framework for the use of bitcoin as a medium of exchange and compensation without designating it as legal tender. The bill...
As India pushes to move artificial intelligence from aspiration into execution, scalable infrastructure, policy reforms, re-skilling and real-world use cases are becoming central to the country's growth, industry leaders said.AI is already transforming public administration, Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis said at a panel discussion titled 'AI for Viksit Bharat' at the World Economic Forum, moderated by Sruthijith KK. "We...
As schools contend with a decades-long slump in math scores — exacerbated by the pandemic — some are turning to this classroom strategy even for very young students. In recent years, more elementary schools have opted to departmentalize some grade levels in an attempt to boost academic achievement. The share of fourth and fifth grade classrooms operating on this schedule...
‘Heated Rivalry’ Stars Hudson Williams, Connor Storrie’s Fiery Olympics 2026 Role RevealedThe Olympic flame has never been quite this hot. Heated Rivalry stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie hit the streets of Feltre, Italy, Jan. 25, to serve as official torchbearers for the 2026 Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina in the lead-up to the sporting event. During the latest stop...
Valentine’s Day offers an excuse to indulge in pieces that lean into the romance of the season with rich shades of red, playful heart motifs, and accessories that feel equal parts polished and expressive. From jewelry and beauty that add a romantic note to everyday dressing, to fashion-forward accents and objects for the home that bring a sense of charm,...
Minnesota’s business community has been largely silent amid President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown in the state despite widespread backlash, but the latest shooting death by federal agents spurred a plea for peace. In an open letter Sunday from the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce, more than 60 CEOs said the business community has been working behind the scenes with officials for...
This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my disclosure policy. This weekly menu focuses on cozy, comforting dinners that are easy to pull together on busy nights. If you like simple, familiar recipes, this menu is for you! It makes dinnertime feel a little more manageable. Meal planning is a...
Never underestimate the chilling powers of grainy grayscale imagery and ethereal whooshing sounds. Outside Parties asks, "What if I Spy, but in an alien hell dimension?", and it is impressively unnerving despite the fact that nothing's really happening at any given time. It goes all in on atmosphere, to great effect. This is the Playdate horror game that I've been...
For some reason, Nintendo decided to hold a “Direct” presentation on a Sunday about the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie. In it, we get a new trailer showcasing a few new Mario characters joining the cast in the sequel, though we didn’t get any confirmation on whether big celebrity actors are voicing them like they are rest of the crew. Yoshi...
Parents ask me about food more than almost anything else. After all, I’m the natural health lady, so of course my kids are always drinking kale smoothies (not really). When health dogmas and real life collide, at the end of the day what do I feed my kids? And more importantly, how do I help them make healthy eating choices? ...
