BlastUP, the premier launchpad on Blast, has raised over $6 million during its presale with two weeks to go, reflecting robust demand amid the market recovery.Blast, the sole Layer 2 blockchain offering high native yield on ETH and stablecoin staking, is witnessing a surge of interest in its ecosystem’s launchpad platform, BlastUP ($BLP).With just over two weeks until the presale concludes, BlastUP has already attracted over $6 million from eager investors.The presale has gained strong momentum recently, coinciding with the revival of the crypto market. Bitcoin’s recent signs of recovery have fueled investor enthusiasm.This heightened interest is evident in the…

New York    Emily Miller lucked out. Of the millions of fans and bots flooding Ticketmaster’s site in hopes of purchasing tickets to Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, the 22-year-old managed to score $200 floor seats to see the mega pop star perform in Pittsburgh last summer. Now, Miller dreams of seeing Swift perform again when her tour returns to the US later this year. But despite entering 10 accounts to get a code that would give her the chance to buy tickets at face value through Ticketmaster’s presale, she was unsuccessful. On the resale market, nosebleed-seat tickets behind the stage…

Los Angeles County public health officials are investigating a reported case of hepatitis A in an employee at a Whole Foods supermarket in Beverly Hills.Health officials warned that anyone who purchased products from the seafood counter at the market at 239 North Crescent Drive between April 20 and May 13 receive the hepatitis A vaccine if they are not already immune.”Receiving vaccination as soon as possible after exposure could help reduce the risk of developing hepatitis A infection,” the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health said. “Residents should contact their local pharmacy or medical provider for the vaccine.” Hepatitis…

Last updated: May 18, 2024 12:00 EDT | 2 min read Out of the top 25 hedge funds in the United States, 13 have entered the market by investing in the ETFs during the first quarter.Point72, the renowned hedge fund with $34 billion in assets under management, has revealed its investment in the Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC).According to a recent filing, Point72 held $77.5 million worth of FBTC at the end of the first quarter.The move follows a growing trend among various hedge funds that have disclosed their purchase of shares in spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds.Prominent hedge funds,…

DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Benny Gantz, a centrist member of Israel’s three-member War Cabinet, threatened on Saturday to resign from the government if it doesn’t adopt a new plan in three weeks’ time for the war in Gaza, a move that would leave Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu more reliant on his far-right allies.His announcement escalates a divide within Israel’s leadership more than seven months into a war in which it has yet to accomplish its stated goals of dismantling Hamas and returning scores of hostages abducted in the Oct. 7 attack.Gantz spelled out a six-point plan that includes…

Jenna Johnson got candid about missing how her skin looked during her pregnancy with son Rome. “I felt like when I was pregnant, my skin was glowing and plump and gorgeous. I feel like I didn’t get one pimple when I was pregnant,” the Dancing With the Stars pro, 30, exclusively told Us Weekly on Thursday, May 16, while promoting her partnership with Exuviance. “As soon as I pushed out Rome in the hospital, I felt my skin just flop. It was dull. It was just sad.” Johnson, who welcomed son Rome with husband Val Chmerkovskiy in January 2023, went…

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Boeing’s shareholders voted to re-elect its outgoing CEO, contrary to the proxy adviser’s recommendation, amid an ongoing safety culture crisis.  Proxy Adviser Glass Lewis last month recommended against shareholders reelecting Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun at this week’s annual meeting, but they ignored the guidance and passed the measure, according to a preliminary tally. Lewis raised concerns over dissatisfaction with efforts to change the safety culture at the company, which has come under intense scrutiny this year after a number of high-profile incidents – including the death of a whistleblower and several high-level malfunctions and issues, Reuters reported. A door plug on…

Editor’s Note: If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, help is available. Dial or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org for free and confidential support.    Boeing whistleblower John Barnett died by suicide, according to a police report released on Friday, bringing to end an investigation of the shocking death of a longtime employee who raised concerns about the airplane manufacturer’s safety and production standards – and who sued the company, claiming Boeing illegally retaliated against him. Barnett, 62, was found dead in a vehicle on March 9 from a self-inflicted gunshot wound in Charleston, South Carolina. Officers had…

Amtrak train hits flatbed truck in Maryland Amtrak train hits flatbed truck in Maryland 00:21 Three people were killed in western New York after their vehicle was struck by a northbound Amtrak train, fire officials said on Saturday. Amtrak Train 281 was traveling from New York to Niagara Falls when it struck a vehicle obstructing the track, an Amtrak spokesperson confirmed to CBS News.”There have been no reported injuries to the 21 passengers or crew onboard. Amtrak is working with local law enforcement to investigate the incident,” said the spokesperson. Firefighters arrived at the accident scene in North Tonawanda, a city in…

Ben Cameron’s long-running, award-winning, Broadway Sessions returns to The Green Room 42 this week, May 23rd.  The aptly dubbed “Musical Theatre Frat Party” will feature cast members from the hit Broadway revival of THE WIZ!The Wiz cast members set to perform include Mariah Lyttle, Christina A Jones, Keenan D Washington, Jay Copeland, Christina Rae, Matthew Sims Jr., Polanco Jones Jr, Anthony Murphy, Michael Samarie George, Amber Jackson and more! The evening will also feature performances by young singers Devin DeAngelis, Spencer Orton and Anya Fox. Twice a month, Broadway Sessions welcomes a new Broadway cast/ singers to perform, play games with…

Arizona police officers burst into a house Friday to rescue a 6-month-old who had been shot multiple times after the child’s father took the infant and its mother hostage, according to a police statement.Surprise Police Department officers responded to the home at 11:30 a.m. Friday after receiving a 911 call about a woman and child who had been taken captive around 3 a.m. The woman eventually managed to flee and ran to a nearby group of construction workers, who called the cops. The child was still inside.When police arrived at the home, they heard “multiple rounds of gunfire,” and one…

In the dynamic landscape of cryptocurrency investments, discerning investors are turning their attention towards Real world assets as the standout memecoin for 2024. This surge in interest comes as $DOGEP unveils its pioneering Multi-Chain Real Estate Project, poised to revolutionize traditional investment paradigms.Unlike conventional meme coins driven solely by speculative fervor, $DOGEP offers a unique value proposition by bridging the gap between digital assets and tangible real-world holdings. Through its innovative platform, investors gain unparalleled access to the lucrative realm of real estate without the burdens of direct ownership, management, or financing responsibilities. This groundbreaking initiative not only diversifies investment portfolios…

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As far as soothing skin, she points to allantoin, which is not only hydrating “but also has anti-inflammatory effects and promotes skin turnover,” she says. The same goes for centella asiatica, which similarly addresses inflammation and may encourage collagen production.Dr. Chang also recommends looking for ginseng, green tea, and licorice root extract, which are botanicals with an array of skin-care benefits. “Snail mucin and fermented yeast extracts are popular ingredients known for their hydrating, anti-inflammatory, and reparative properties,” she says.How the formula may differ from a regular face moisturizerFor one, Korean moisturizers tend to offer more options for people with…