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Money, War, and Michigan: A Senate Battle in the Shadows

July 21, 2026

The U. S. Senate race in Michigan is shaping up to be more than a simple left‑vs‑center fight. It has become a proxy for how much influence outside groups can wield over a state’s politics. The two candidates are Abdul El‑Sayed, a former public health official who supports progressive policies li

finance

Grain Prices Hold Steady Despite Weather Worries

July 21, 2026

The market for corn, soybeans and wheat stayed firm on Friday. Corn futures climbed a few cents to $4. 67 per bushel, while soybeans jumped over eight cents to $12. 03 a pound. Wheat prices also rose, with soft red winter wheat adding eight cents and hard red winter wheat gaining more than fifteen.

finance

Student Loan Troubles: A Fresh Take on Rising Defaults

July 21, 2026

A woman who started as a teacher dreamed of a better future by going back to school, but her plans fell apart when a storm hit and job offers vanished. She borrowed more money for college, hoping to land a high‑paying job in chemical processing. Instead she faced hurricanes, a broken car and a sudde

entertainment

Hollywood’s New Crisis: When More Content Means Less Jobs

July 21, 2026

The world of TV used to feel like a golden era, with long‑running dramas that let writers build complex characters over many seasons. Back in the early 2000s, shows such as “The Sopranos” and “Breaking Bad” pushed television into a respected art form, earning writers more than they could in book pub

crypto

Crypto Bill Gains Ground After Trump Ethics Deal Rumor

July 21, 2026

The Clarity Act, a bill that would set the first nationwide rules for digital money, is getting more attention on the trading platform Polymarket. On Monday, people betting that the bill will become law this year increased their odds from 32% on Friday to about 43%. That rise comes after whisp

crypto

Russian Crypto Law Nears Approval, Bitcoin Surges Past $65k

July 21, 2026

Bitcoin climbed over $65, 000 as Russian lawmakers push a bill that would allow digital currencies to be used for international trade. The move follows years of sanctions that forced Moscow to look for new ways to handle cross‑border payments. The proposed law, titled “On Digital Currency and Digit

crypto

Crypto Rules Near Final Stage: Senate Moves Closer to Decision

July 21, 2026

The U. S. Senate is inching toward a final vote on the Clarity Act, a bill that would shape how digital currencies are regulated. Senators from both parties have added new language on ethics and enforcement, hoping to satisfy concerns about how the law will be applied. The key debate centers on w

politics

Crypto Cash Boosts Alabama Senatorial Hopeful

July 21, 2026

Barry Moore, the Republican candidate for Alabama’s open U. S. Senate seat, has received more campaign contributions from a major cryptocurrency‑backed super PAC than any other congressional contender. Since 2025, federal filings show he has collected over $12 million from a PAC linked to big crypto

lifestyle

Fragrance Finds: Celebrity‑Inspired Perfume Sets at Nordstrom’s Sale

July 21, 2026

Nordstrom’s big anniversary sale is open to everyone, and it’s a good chance to grab perfume bundles that top stars love. The shop offers special sets from brands like Le Labo, Tom Ford, Byredo and Maison Francis Kurkdjian. Each bundle is priced to move fast, so shoppers should act quickly if

celebrities

Celebrities and the Cost of Being Out Of Touch

July 21, 2026

A few years back a host talked about her lockdown as if she were behind bars. Viewers said the comparison ignored people who died in prisons because of Covid and called it tone‑deaf. In the same period a reality star celebrated her birthday on a private island and called it “humbling. ” Fans felt