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southern environmental law center

Brigitte Bardot: The Unfiltered Icon

January 10, 2026

Brigitte Bardot, the French screen legend, lived a life of bold choices and fierce independence. She didn't just break molds; she shattered them. At just 17, she made waves in "Manina, the Girl in the Bikini, " a move that was seen as daring back in 1952. But her real rebellion came later, when she

finance

Building a Finance System That Actually Works

January 10, 2026

Aniket Warty, a seasoned entrepreneur, is creating Zen, a digital finance platform. He believes the current system is flawed. It focuses too much on marketing and not enough on solid engineering. Warty has seen many businesses fail. He knows what works and what doesn't. He thinks digital finance sh

business

Big Money Moves into Media and Creators

January 10, 2026

A new fund is making waves in the world of media and creators. Guggenheim Brothers Media, backed by Abu Dhabi's Ethmar International Holding, has raised $50 million. They plan to invest in startups focused on media, entertainment, and the creator economy. The goal? To pour $2 million to $5 million i

politics

A New Chapter for Spanish Citizens Freed from Venezuela

January 10, 2026

In a turn of events, five individuals, including four Spanish citizens and one Venezuelan-Spanish activist, touched down in Madrid on Friday. Their arrival came just a day after their release from a Venezuelan prison. This development unfolded following the U. S. capture of Venezuelan President Nico

environment

Japan's Clever Buildings: A Showcase of Resilience

January 10, 2026

Japan's buildings and landscapes are on display in Montreal. The show is called "Built Environment: An Alternative Guide to Japan. " It is at the Université du Québec à Montréal's Centre de design. This show is open until January 25, 2026. It features 80 projects from all over Japan. These projects

politics

Gaza's Fragile Peace: Lives Lost and Tents Torn

January 10, 2026

In Gaza, the peace is anything but peaceful. At least 13 people, including a child, lost their lives in Israeli strikes on Thursday. This happened while the world waited for U. S. President Donald Trump to reveal his Board of Peace. This board is supposed to oversee the shaky ceasefire between Israe

politics

States Win Temporary Relief in Child Care Funds Battle

January 10, 2026

A judge recently put a temporary stop to the Trump administration's attempt to freeze federal funds for child care and other support programs in five states. California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York had argued that this sudden move was causing confusion and disruption. The administrat

crypto

Florida Congressman's Bitcoin Bet: A Clash of Interests?

January 10, 2026

A Florida congressman, Byron Donalds, recently made a significant investment in Bitcoin, joining a growing list of lawmakers who have been dabbling in cryptocurrency. This move has raised eyebrows, especially since Donalds is a key player in financial committees that oversee digital assets. Donalds

opinion

Florida's Housing Hurdle: What's Holding Back Affordable Living?

January 10, 2026

Florida's Live Local Act, a 2023 law aimed at tackling housing affordability, is facing resistance from some wealthy areas. These communities are putting up barriers to block new housing developments, despite the law's incentives like tax breaks and easier zoning rules. The law was designed to enco

opinion

Minnesota Shooting: What Really Happened?

January 10, 2026

In Minneapolis, a tragic event unfolded when an ICE officer shot and killed Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old U. S. citizen. This incident was the ninth of its kind since September. The aftermath saw a flurry of claims and counterclaims, with some arguing that Good was to blame and even labeling her