Expansionist Donald Trump’s whirlwind week
US president lurched from kidnapping Maduro to criticising private equity firms in a tumultuous start to 2026
Crypto ‘Easy Yield’ Era Likely Ended With October Crash
The massive crypto crash in October decimated market makers, ending an era where crypto traders were able to make easy money, says crypto exchange BitMEX. The crash between Oct. 10 and 11 wiped out $20 billion in the “most destructive event for sophisticated market makers in crypto history,” BitMEX said in its State of Crypto … Read more
From Brotox to Daddy Do-Overs: Men Are Embracing Aesthetic Treatments
Social media and remote working has prompted the shift. “Several cultural forces are shaping the trend: increased professional visibility through social media, high-definition photography, virtual meetings [or Zoom face], and a growing awareness of how subtle enhancements can support confidence in competitive environments,” explains Dr. Dunne. In response to growing demand, men’s beauty is rapidly … Read more
The Pitt Season 2 Episode 1 Explained — Noah Wyle Interview
“The Pitt” Season 2 opens with Robby riding into work to The Clarks’ “Better Off Without You,” a choice that immediately recalls — and contrasts with — the music that once anchored Noah Wyle’s process during Season 1. When I sat down with the Emmy winner in … Read more
How to AI-proof your job
The data suggests soft skills more than quantitative competency equal success in a rapidly changing labour market
How Influencer Marketing Is Changing in 2026
In 2026, influencer marketing budgets are set to grow for another year running. But best practices are evolving, as one-off, pay-to-post influencer deals fail to cut through the noise. Instead, creators will take on the role of consultants, as brands develop more substantial partnerships with the talent that now make up such a core part … Read more
Who Is Dr. Al-Hashimi? Sepideh Moafi Unpacks Her Debut
When “The Pitt” introduces Dr. Baran Al-Hashimi in its Season 2 premiere, it does so with a level of efficiency that the good doctor herself would appreciate. She arrives at PTMC a full hour early — armed with a bagel spread, a tightly organized packet of quality-improvement … Read more
Stablecoin Payment Flows Could Hit $56.6T by 2030
Stablecoin payment flows could tap $56.6 trillion by 2030, according to Bloomberg Intelligence, a rise that would make stablecoins one of the most important payment tools in global finance. Stablecoin payment flows was $2.9 trillion in 2025, according to Bloomberg. Hitting $55.6 trillion would require a staggering 81% compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) over the … Read more
Santos/Garcia Relationship Confirmed — Isa Briones Interview
If you weren’t watching “The Pitt” Season 2 premiere closely, you probably missed it — but the episode quietly drops a detail that rewards attention. At the end of last season, Dr. Trinity Santos (Isa Briones) invited unhoused med student Dennis Whitaker (Gerran Howell) — aka “Huckleberry” … Read more
In a first, NASA orders astronauts home after unspecified medical issue
NASA officials said Thursday they have decided to bring home four of the seven crew members on the International Space Station after one of them experienced a “medical situation” earlier this week. The space agency has said little about the incident, and officials have not identified which crew member suffered the medical issue. James “JD” … Read more