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bank management

Seniors Face a 70% Rise in Identity Theft Losses

April 12, 2026

The FBI’s newest report on internet crime shows a sharp climb in identity theft affecting people over 60. In 2025, more than five thousand complaints were filed by this age group, with losses totaling nearly fifty million dollars—an increase of about seventy percent from the previous year. Older

politics

Food Trucks Move Into Downtown Spokane: A Look at the New Rules

April 12, 2026

Spokane is thinking about letting food trucks set up shop in more downtown spots. The city council will discuss a small plan that could drop a $60 permit fee for trucks that stay in town more than two weeks each year. That fee is rarely used, so it would cost the city only about $500 a year to keep.

technology

The Apple Journey: From Cool Gadgets to Everyday Habits

April 12, 2026

Apple began as a small company that nearly failed, but it revived itself when Steve Jobs returned. His idea of three devices—music player, internet tablet, and phone—ended up in one product that changed how people communicate. Today, almost everyone has an iPhone or a Mac, and these gadgets are used

crypto

'Crypto Heists: Why North Korea Picks the Blockchain'

April 12, 2026

'The latest wave of crypto theft has highlighted a striking difference between North Korea and other sanctioned states. While Russia uses digital money as a bridge to move funds through traditional channels, and Iran employs it to support regional proxies, North Korea turns the blockchain itself int

business

Australia and U. S. Pump $3. 5 B into Key Mineral Projects

April 12, 2026

Australia and the United States have announced a fresh $3. 5 billion investment in critical mineral development, nearly doubling the commitment made earlier this year when they signed a cooperation framework. The new funding aims to help Australian companies mine and refine metals essential for defe

business

Promotions and Job Highlights in Richmond

April 12, 2026

A weekly bulletin in the Metro Business section spotlights new job openings, awards and achievements of local leaders. Listings start at $62, with the price depending on the ad’s length. Businesses can submit their notices by calling (804) 643-4414 or via the website Go. Richmond. com/OnTheMove, wit

finance

War in the Middle East Slows Global Growth and Fuels Debt Challenges

April 12, 2026

The world’s top money managers are meeting in Washington, but their agenda is clouded by the war that began in late February. This conflict has become the third major shock to the global economy, following COVID‑19 and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The IMF and World Bank have already cut their forec

crypto

Stablecoins Step In as Banks Pull Back from Commodity Trade

April 12, 2026

Banks are stepping away from some commodity payments because of worries about hidden ties to Iran. The result is a surge in the use of stablecoins, especially Tether’s USDT, by traders who need quick and reliable ways to move money. The global trade finance market is worth about $2 trillion, b

sports

Girl soccer and track teams shine in weekend tournaments

April 12, 2026

Three local schools left big marks on the weekend sports scene, with standout performances in soccer and track. First, Genoa-Kingston’s girls soccer team took home hardware by not letting opponents score even once across three games. Their goalkeeper, Maddie Swanson, kept everything locked down, whi

crypto

What’s really standing in the way of U. S. cryptocurrency rules?

April 12, 2026

Lawmakers in the U. S. are trying to create clear guidelines for cryptocurrencies, but progress is slow. Experts estimate there’s only about a one-in-three chance the new rules will pass in 2025. Some even predict the odds are closer to one in four. The main issue isn’t just about passing the rules—

Seniors Face a 70% Rise in Identity Theft Losses

Food Trucks Move Into Downtown Spokane: A Look at the New Rules

The Apple Journey: From Cool Gadgets to Everyday Habits

'Crypto Heists: Why North Korea Picks the Blockchain'

Australia and U. S. Pump $3. 5 B into Key Mineral Projects

Promotions and Job Highlights in Richmond

War in the Middle East Slows Global Growth and Fuels Debt Challenges

Stablecoins Step In as Banks Pull Back from Commodity Trade

Girl soccer and track teams shine in weekend tournaments

What’s really standing in the way of U. S. cryptocurrency rules?

Australia and U. S. Pump $3. 5 B into Key Mineral Projects