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2026 is upon us and we are already closing out the first month. It is time for our January 2026 Wrap Up so lets see what 2 Loud 2 Old Music added to the collection this month. Despite all the snow we picked up here in Charlotte, we also picked up a bunch of a whole of CDs and even a few vinyl. This month I didn’t actually get to hit a record store, but I did order from Discogs, Facebook and Amazon and most of this was from Christmas Gift Cards or ad money from the site. Gotta love…

Political scientists contend that a defining characteristic of the state is its monopoly on the use of force (or violence). Meanwhile, economists are quick to emphasize that monopolies are slow and reluctant to innovate, and they charge higher prices for lower quality goods and services than they would under more competitive conditions. Thus, it is no surprise that we get very little innovation in governance.  However, with cheap commercial flights to almost anywhere on the planet and with the internet allowing for individuals to work and manage their assets remotely, there are geo-arbitrage opportunities in terms of governance. A North…

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In a shocking turn of events that has sent ripples through the international cricketing community, the Pakistan government has officially intervened in the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) operations. While confirming participation in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, the government has explicitly forbidden the national team from competing in the high-stakes clash against arch-rivals India, scheduled for February 15, 2026, at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. This unprecedented move of selective participation has drawn sharp criticism from legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar, who has called for the International Cricket Council (ICC) to take decisive action.Sunil Gavaskar wants ICC…

Serie A Inter extended their lead at the top of Serie A to eight points with a 2-0 win over struggling Cremonese on Sunday. Lautaro Martinez and Piotr Zielinski both found the net inside the opening 31 minutes to give Cristian Chivu’s men all three points at Stadio Giovanni Zini. However, the game was marred when the action had to be halted after Cremonese goalkeeper Emil Audero was struck by a firecracker from the crowd. Audero was able to continue for the rest of the match, despite sustaining a cut on his right leg. The result boosts Inter’s title hopes,…

Would Artemi Panarin make sense for the Colorado Avalanche? Daily Faceoff: Jesse Montano on Daily Faceoff’s Morning Cuppa Hockey this week, was asked if Artemi Panarin would make sense for the Colorado Avalanche. They’ve likely checked in on Panarin, and the Avs could be open to making a big move, but Panarin may not be that guy. ** NHLRumors.com transcription Jonny Lazarus: “Joe Albany said, ‘Ask Jesse if the Avs have any interest in Panarin.’ Obviously, you’re hearing all the Panarin rumors. But to me, I don’t want to, necessarily, you know, give you an answer here, but like, in…

Chief executive Brian Niccol explains why he thinks AI will help the coffee giant regain its buzz.

Brian Armstrong, the CEO of Coinbase, found himself at the eye of a widening storm between Wall Street and the crypto industry last week at the World Economic Forum in Davos — and it got personal.  During a chance encounter over coffee with former U.K. prime minister Tony Blair, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon abruptly cut in, pointing a finger and telling Armstrong bluntly, “You are full of s—,” according to reporting from The Wall Street Journal. The outburst underscored some of the raw tensions happening between traditional banks and crypto firms over the future of U.S. financial regulation. The…

In a heartfelt revelation, Kelly Osbourne opened up about the profound sorrow she’s experiencing after the loss of her father, iconic rock star Ozzy Osbourne. She described this moment as incredibly challenging, stating, ‘It’s the toughest trial I’ve ever faced.’ As preparations for a Grammy tribute unfold, she highlighted the event as a poignant honor from his fellow musicians. Kelly Osbourne, musician and daughter of the legendary Ozzy Osbourne, recently attended the Grammy Awards event with Sid Wilson. During a brief interview, Osburne reflected on her father’s demise and how it has affected her for the past few months. Kelly…

India captain Suryakumar Yadav and Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha NEW DELHI: Pakistan’s decision to boycott their Group A match against India at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 has shifted the focus to how such a situation is handled under ICC playing conditions and what India must do to secure a walkover.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!The boycott was announced through a social media post by the Government of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, which stated that while the Pakistan team has been granted permission to participate in the tournament, it “shall not take…