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Would you bet on the next disaster? The rise of prediction markets
With the rise of prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi, where is the line for taking a bet on disaster?
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GameStop targets eBay with unsolicited $56bn acquisition offer
eBay confirms receiving GameStop’s offer, with no prior discussions between the companies
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US releases Touska container ship crew: Why it matters
Pakistan said the release of the crew members reflected a ‘confidence-building measure’ between Tehran and Washington.
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Nepal lodges protest against India over long-running border dispute
Nepal complains after India and China agree to resume a religious pilgrimage through a contested Himalayan pass.
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Captain warns ‘no ship will be a hero’ by risking Hormuz transit
Captain Raman Kapoor says no vessel will attempt to exit the Strait of Hormuz without assurance of safety.
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‘Sporting use’ — Heavy real estate deal may lift Capitol Hill auto row warehouse to new heights on 13th Ave
(Image: King County) (Image: @kortneygloska and @raincityfit) Powerlifters are making some heavy real estate investments on Capitol Hill. The brokers…
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Seattle’s plan for new mega data centers includes one-year moratorium and utility rate proposals
Smaller data centers have been part of the city including 6th Ave’s Westin Building Exchange (Image: The Westin Building) As…
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Here’s our list for your West Seattle Monday!
(Seen in Gatewood, relatively recent addition to street-sign pole) Here’s your Monday list of highlights, mostly from our West Seattle…
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Fauntleroy/Rose crossing plan to be discussed at just-announced Wednesday meeting
In 2007, SDOT removed a marked crosswalk on Fauntleroy Way at SW Rose Street, mid-Lincoln Park. Community members long lobbied…
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