SEC ends lawsuit against Ripple, company to pay $125 million fine

NEW YORK, Aug 8 (Reuters) - The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission said it ended its case accusing Ripple Labs of selling unregistered securities, leaving a $125 million fine intact and ending one of the cryptocurrency industry's highest-profile lawsuits....

This 30-year-old founder was so fatigued by dating apps, she started hosting IRL events: ‘I got to dating burnout’

Lucy Rout is not your typical entrepreneur. The 30-year-old Londoner — known for going viral for skiing off an icy slope in a bikini and for consulting her Instagram followers on whether she should fly 10,000 miles for a fourth date with a man — has used her eclectic experiences to develop a new dating model that’s all about making meaningful connections....

Always Keep the Bathroom Light On When Sleeping in a Hotel

Why You Might Leave the Bathroom Light On in a Hotel – During my first solo hotel stay, I realized complete darkness in a new place wasn’t comforting—it was disorienting. Over time, I learned that leaving the bathroom light on can actually be helpful, and here’s why: Benefits: Navigation: A soft glow helps you move around safely at night without stumbling or turning on harsh lights....

The Mistake Everyone Makes with Mashed Potatoes

Creamy Mashed Potatoes (Serves 6–8) Why You’ll Love Them:Rich, buttery, and irresistibly smooth, these mashed potatoes are the perfect comfort food. Whether you’re hosting a holiday dinner or making a cozy weeknight meal, they’re easy to customize and always a crowd-pleaser....

The Birthday Shoes That Changed Everything

I should have trusted my gut when Debbie, my icy MIL, gifted me expensive yellow patent leather shoes for my birthday. Her smile had been too sweet, her eyes glinting with something I couldn’t place....