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The Boston Bruins and Pittsburgh Penguins are close to naming their next head coach Elliotte Friedman: The Boston Bruins have told interim head coach Joe Sacco that the won’t remain as their head coach for next season. Joe Haggerty: The Bruins will name their next head coach early this week. On Joe Sacco: “It’s too bad Joe Sacco can’t return in some capacity. He was a loyal soldier in the Bruins organization for the last decade & did a solid job in a tough spot as the interim guy” Pierre LeBrun: The Bruins will announce their next coach early this…

Tom GerkenTechnology reporterThe Met Police seized more than 1,000 handsets in a crackdown in FebruarySenior figures at Apple and Google have clashed with the police over its recommendations for how best to deal with phone theft in the UK.The Met’s James Conway told the Commons Science, Innovation and Technology Committee – which is considering the question – that two-thirds of thefts in London now relate to mobile phones.With up to 70% of knife crime linked to robbery, he told MPs that meant phone theft was “significantly driving parts of our violence problem”.The Met wants phone companies to use the unique…

French tech firm completes acquisition of 624 BTC through €60.2 million capital raise and bond issuance. The company reports 1,097.6% BTC Yield year-to-date as European corporations to accelerate Bitcoin treasury adoption. The Blockchain Group, Europe’s first Bitcoin Treasury Company, has acquired 624 Bitcoin for approximately €60.2 million ($69 million), marking a significant expansion of its Bitcoin holdings through a combination of equity sales and convertible bonds. According to a press release issued June 3, the Euronext Growth Paris-listed company completed the purchase in two tranches: 80 BTC acquired for €7.7 million through a capital increase, and 544 BTC for €52.5…

Danny FullbrookCulture reporterBBCBlake Lively co-starred with director Justin Baldoni in It Ends With Us, which was released last summerThe actress Blake Lively has attempted to withdraw two of the claims she made about director Justin Baldoni.Both have been engaged in a legal dispute since Lively sued Baldoni in December 2024 after they worked together on the film It Ends With Us, accusing him of sexual harassment and a smear campaign.Baldoni’s legal team asked Lively to release her medical records, including therapy notes, as part of its defence against her claims she suffered “severe emotional distress and pain, humiliation, embarrassment”, Variety…

Fans praying for RCB’s victory in their wedding at Pumdikot, Nepal. With Royal Challengers Bengaluru just one step away from ending an 18-year title drought, their fans are expressing belief in all forms, from solemn rituals to quirky superstitions all in hopes of turning destiny their way ahead of the IPL 2025 Final against Punjab Kings.IPL 2025 Final | Rishi Sunak Interview: ‘I am a big Virat Kohli fan… RCB is my team’ Social media is buzzing with passionate displays of faith. In multiple temples across India, fans have been spotted offering prayers, placing RCB jerseys beside idols as they…

As the cost of higher education rises in virtually every part of the world, students and families are increasingly concerned with one critical question: Is this degree worth it? In a time where tuition fees can climb into the tens of thousands of dollars (or more), choosing a degree with a high return on investment (ROI) has never been more crucial.ROI in education refers to the financial benefit a student receives from a degree in relation to its total cost. Globally, some degrees stand out for consistently leading to high-paying, high-demand careers across countries and cultures. Whether you’re studying in…

On 2 June 2025, Robinhood announced acquiring the 2011-founded global cryptocurrency exchange Bitstamp. The acquisition is mainly part of Robinhood’s efforts to expand its crypto services worldwide. Importantly, the $200 million deal will give Robinhood the edge it sought as it introduces its first institutional crypto business. “The acquisition of Bitstamp is a major step in growing our crypto business,” said Johann Kerbrat, General Manager of Robinhood Crypto. “Through this strategic combination, we are better positioned to expand our footprint outside of the US and welcome institutional customers to Robinhood.” Bitstamp is now part of @RobinhoodApp Together, we’re combining 14…

Enjoyed this article? Share it with your friends! Crypto industry groups are urging US lawmakers not to delay a the stablecoin bill as new proposals threaten to slow its progress. Four crypto lobbying organizations—the Blockchain Association, the Crypto Council for Innovation, the Digital Chamber, and the DeFi Education Fund—issued a joint statement on June 2.They said, “As the bill continues through the amendment process, we respectfully urge lawmakers to remain committed to its central goal: providing a targeted and comprehensive approach to stablecoin oversight”. Did you know? Want to get smarter & wealthier with crypto? Subscribe – We publish new…

US President Trump’s announcement last Friday that US tariffs on Steel and Aluminum imports would be increased from 25% to 50% — with the higher tariffs being said to take effect tomorrow — initially caused further uncertainty on the base metal markets, with prices in the US rising sharply, Commerzbank’s commodity analyst Barbara Lambrecht notes. Mood between the US and China has deteriorates again”The premium payable in the US for Aluminum jumped by 45% and yesterday reached a new high of $1,240 per ton. The price of Copper on the COMEX also rose significantly, as the increase in tariffs on…

New York, NY — The Learning Guild has announced the full program and opening keynote speaker for the DevLearn Conference & Expo 2025, taking place November 12–14, 2025, at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. The DevLearn Conference & Expo is designed for professionals and leaders passionate about leveraging technology to create innovative and impactful learning experiences. The event offers strategies, practical tools, and educational opportunities for decision-makers to explore new technologies, including AI, to advance learning in their organizations. The conference will open with a keynote by Dr. Keith Keating, Chief Learning & Development Officer at BDO Canada. A…