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This past weekend, Hardy Boy Records had a CD Sale and all CD’s were only $1. Well, I love a good deal as the next person so I got their early and piled up close to 50 CDs all for $1 each!! Not too bad. It helped jump start my Bruce Sprinsteen collection and my John Mellencamp collection as well as a whole bunch of other artists such as U2, Phil Collins, Collective Soul and a whole lot more. Spend some time with me as I go through what I found. So go check it out as it will be…

The Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program (BEAD) allocated $42 billion to extend broadband access to all homes nationwide. Nearly three years after passage, 16 states still lacked funding approval. In its first three years, the program connected precisely zero homes to the internet.  The expressed objective of BEAD is to bridge the so-called digital divide — the lower levels of access and affordability for some rural residents, minority groups, and lower-income earners. Yet, the private sector is doing quite well at bridging this so-called divide. While the federal government dithered on allotting the $42 billion of BEAD funding, the…

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Ed Sheeran, the global music sensation, is known for his soulful melodies and chart-topping hits. But during his recent visit to India for the ‘Mathematics’ tour, he showcased a different kind of talent—his cricketing skills. The British singer, who has been captivating audiences across the country, took a break from his musical journey to spend time with the Rajasthan Royals, one of the most beloved franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL). What followed was a heartwarming interaction, a batting session, and a touching tribute to the late Shane Warne, the legendary cricketer who once led the Royals to glory.A…

Chelsea’s attacker, Mykhailo Mudryk is experiencing a bleak moment in his career after failing a recent drug test by FA. Despite the trouble, The Blues according to their manager, Enzo Maresca remains supportive of the Ukrainian international. Mudryk Banned by FA After Failed Drug Test The attacking winger hasn’t been involved in Chelsea’s last five matches and instead of injury or tactical reasons, his absence happened because he tested positive for doping. According to reports from the English media (via The Daily Mail), the Football Association have provisionally suspended Mudryk from playing as they await the results of the B…

The Montreal Canadiens are listening on their rentals, and their desire to make hockey trades Sportsnet: Elliotte Friedman and Kyle Bukauskas on the 32 Thoughts: The Podcast – Hold Outs, Opt Ins, and Potential Trades episode, on Montreal Canadiens not moving someone if they don’t get what they really want, and their interest in making a hockey trade. ** NHLRumors.com transcription Bukauskas: “It’s kind have come off the wagon a little bit here now for the Canadians. Lost eight of nine, they’re six points back. They lost both their home games here over Super Bowl weekend, the two matinee affairs.…

New York CNN Business  —  The stock market appears to like the new trade agreement between the United States, Canada and Mexico. Stocks popped after all three countries agreed to an 11th hour deal to replace NAFTA. The Dow rose 193 points, a gain of 0.7%. The S&P 500 gained 0.4%, and the Nasdaq lost 0.1%. The reworked trade deal, announced late Sunday night, was reached after Canada agreed to give US dairy farmers greater access to the Canadian market. The United States also agreed to make concessions on some automobile tariffs for cars and trucks built in Canada and…

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The Today presenter discovered, according to his X account, he was launching a new cryptocurrency.BBC journalist Nick Robinson says his X account was hacked and used to promote cryptocurrency after he was apparently targeted in an online phishing scam.The Today programme presenter became locked out of his account on X, previously known as Twitter, on Monday night after he clicked a link in an email he wrongly believed was sent to him by the social media platform.Robinson, 61, said that he was still locked out of his account on Tuesday after his passwords were changed, “so anything you read today,…

By Terry Ashton, updated February 10, 2025The gaming industry is undergoing a transformation, driven by the rise of blockchain technology. Blockchain revolutionizes the gaming industry as it enters the sector. It reshapes game development, how players interact with games, and how they exchange value in virtual environments. Blockchain offers new ways for players to experience games. In doing so, it creates a new era in the digital economy.Blockchain’s Role in Gaming: Redefining OwnershipFor years, players enjoyed the entertainment and immersion of video games. However, one limitation remained: in-game assets were never truly owned by the players. Traditionally, developers and publishers…