The U.S. Federal Reserve has launched a long-awaited service which will aim to modernize the country’s payment system by eventually allowing everyday Americans to send and receive funds in seconds, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the central bank announced on Thursday.
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FTX lawyers accuse Sam Bankman-Fried of financing his criminal defense with $10M in misappropriated funds
Sam Bankman-Fried, co-founder of failed crypto exchange FTX, was sued in Delaware bankruptcy court on Thursday by his ex-company’s lawyers, who accuse him and members of his leadership team of stealing hundreds of millions of dollars.
How Biden plans to handle a series of possible labor strikes across the country
The White House is navigating labor disputes that could undermine key factors in Biden’s re-election campaign, notably an increasingly strong economy and his political support from unions.
Could solar-powered cars be the future of electric vehicles?
As the electric vehicle industry becomes increasingly competitive and consumers become more eco-conscious, one California-based company created a car that can run on solar power. NBC News’ Steve Patterson took it for a test drive to find out how it works.
A small conservative college is reshaping K-12 education nationwide
Hillsdale College, a small Christian school in Michigan, developed the 1776 Curriculum, a go-to resource for conservatives looking to overhaul K-12 education.
Ron DeSantis is planning a campaign reboot as he struggles to close the gap with Trump
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ campaign is planning a reboot, top campaign officials said, with a significant shift on messaging, events and media strategy.
The grim history of the courthouse in Jason Aldean’s new music video
Country singer Jason Aldean is facing backlash for featuring Maury County Courthouse, the site of a Black teen’s lynching in 1927, in his music video.
Trump State Department appointee found guilty of seven felonies in Jan. 6 case
Federico Klein, a Donald Trump political appointee, was convicted in connection with the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol on Thursday.
Streaming has surpassed cable as America's most-watched viewing platform
Streaming services now command a greater share of viewers than cable, data published by Nielsen show.
Pop star Shakira to face second investigation on alleged tax fraud
Shakira said she’s confident there will be a favorable resolution after a Spanish court confirmed a second probe into alleged tax fraud.