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JPMorgan traders went to federal prison for spoofing (2008–2016). Regulators prosecuted eight banks (2016–2023). Then the 2025 rally to $83/oz showed what happens when supply deficits meet a previousl Between 2008–2016, major banks systematically manipulated silver markets through spoofing and price rigging. Regulators caught them: eight banks paid $1.27 billion in fines (enforcement 2016–2025), two JPMorgan traders served federal prison time (sentenced 2023). Then in 2024–2025, silver rallied 260% to $83/oz, and new short positions collapsed. This is the complete timeline of manipulation, prosecution, and the rally that vindicated the prosecutors. The Complete Timeline Phase 1: The Manipulation (2008–2016) Eight...

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“ SALEM, Ore. (KATU) — Oregon lawmakers will vote on legislation aimed at undoing several federal tax changes at the state level as lawmakers work to stabilize the state budget. Senate Bill 1507 is designed to “disconnect” Oregon’s tax code from portions of H.R. 1 — President Donald Trump’s recent federal spending and tax package — after the changes automatically flowed into state taxes. The state’s Legislative Revenue Office estimates it will generate about $311 million in additional revenue during the current biennium, money Democratic leaders say is needed to maintain funding for schools and core government services.“

A lighthouse, whale or turkey could be at the center of Massachusetts’ new state flag — months after originally being cut as options. The Massachusetts Seal, Flag, and Motto Advisory Commission, which was established by the state Legislature in 2024, previously narrowed down more than 1,000 ideas to just three for each category. The final three flag designs featured the state flower, the mayflower, six feathers in a circle on a crimson color background and a blue hill with waves next to it. But there continued to be concern that these weren’t the right final three during a hearing on...

The depositions are unusual in two ways. The first is that Bill Clinton will be the first former president compelled to testify under subpoena in such an inquiry, and the second is that lawmakers from both parties appear ready to grill the couple. ormer Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is scheduled Thursday to give her highly anticipated deposition in the House Oversight Committee's probe into Jeffrey Epstein, followed by former President Bill Clinton on Friday. The depositions, which will take place in New York, come after a contentious negotiation between the Clintons’ attorneys and House Republicans, led by Oversight Committee...

Here's probably the best piece he wrote:Waltz For DebbyAnd here's probably his best performance:The Bill Evans Trio playing “My Foolish Heart”

At least four people are dead after a shootout broke out between a US-flagged boat and the Cuban coastal patrol guard in Cuban waters. Rubio said details are currently sketchy, and he is waiting on confirmation that those killed were Americans.

Former Norwegian prime minister Thorbjørn Jagland has been hospitalised following an alleged suicide attempt, amid charges of gross corruption linked to his ties with the late US financier Jeffrey Epstein. The 75-year-old, who served as Norway's leader from 1996 to 1997, was taken to hospital last week, according to local media reports. This comes just days after he was formally charged on 12 February. Police had raided several of his properties earlier this month as part of the investigation sparked by the latest Epstein files release. Jagland, also a former secretary-general of the Council of Europe and chair of the...

One of Albuquerque’s most well-known homes is officially off the market. The “Breaking Bad” house — which belonged to fictional main character Walter White and made several appearances in the popular AMC series — has sold for $1.3 million, according to listing agent Alicia Feil. The transaction closed Wednesday morning, just 22 days after the property was listed for $400,000 in early February. The listing, which fielded roughly 20 offers and ignited a bidding war, came to a close when the property went under contract on Feb. 9. “I was genuinely surprised by the sheer intensity of global interest, especially...

Almost 600 small boat migrants crossed the English Channel on Wednesday, the biggest one-day surge this year. GB News provisional figures reveal 590 migrants were taken to the Kent port of Ramsgate by Border Force vessels and lifeboats throughout the course of day. Just after 4.30pm, the Border Force vessel Volunteer arrived at the port with a final group of 56 migrants. However, with good weather likely to continue into this evening, Border Force patrols are on standby for more possible crossings in the hours ahead. Such a large surge is unusual for this early in the year, and is...

ORT SUMNER, N.M. — New Mexico State Police arrested two suspects accused of shooting at an officer along US-285 on Monday near Vaughn.Jovan Martinez and Makaela Johnson were arrested in the Fort Sumner near Billy the Kid Drive and Shady Tree Drive in Fort Sumner. The location is near the grave of Billy the Kid. Police say both suspects were wanted on warrants including conspiracy to commit murder. DeBaca County Crime Stoppers was offering a $7,000 reward for information leading to a conviction.

🇩🇪 German McDonald's literally blacks out their burgers and fries on billboards ALL DAY during Ramadan so nobody sees food while Muslims fast.Peak EU "sensitivity": bending over backwards so hard to erase German culture.Source: @visegrad24 pic.twitter.com/NEgEfdguYe— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) February 25, 2026

Around a dozen U.S. Air Force F-22 fighters have landed in Israel, according to a U.S. official.The fighters were spotted taking off from the Royal Air Force base Lakenheath in the UK on Tuesday morning before they flew to Israel.The base has in recent weeks been a waypoint for U.S. military aircraft on their way to the Middle East as part of an ongoing military buildup.

The major technology companies will meet President Donald Trump at the White House next week to sign a pledge that they will supply their own power for artificial intelligence data centers. Amazon , Google , Meta , Microsoft , xAI, Oracle and OpenAI will sign the agreement at the March 4 meeting, a White House official confirmed to CNBC Wednesday. “Under this bold initiative, these massive companies will build, bring, or buy their own power supply for new AI data centers, ensuring that Americans’ electricity bills will not increase as demand grows,” White House spokeswoman Taylor Rogers told CNBC. Fox...

If there’s an English martyr whose story deserves more attention, it’s St. Anne Line. She wasn’t a priest or a noblewoman, but an ordinary woman who showed extraordinary courage. Her life was full of sacrifice, danger, and ultimately, incredible faith. And the best part? You can still visit places in London connected to her inspiring story. Anne Line (née Heigham) was born in Essex in the 1560s into a well-off Protestant family. But, like a true rebel (or maybe just someone searching for truth), she converted to Catholicism as a teenager. Her father, not exactly thrilled about this decision, disowned...

Vice President JD Vance announced that the Trump administration will temporarily halt certain Medicaid funding to Minnesota as part of its effort to combat rampant fraud in the state. "We're announcing today that we have decided to temporarily halt certain amounts of Medicaid funding that are going to the state of Minnesota in order to ensure that the state of Minnesota takes its obligations seriously to be good stewards of the American people's tax money,” Vance said on Wednesday. Vance explained that the providers in Minnesota have already been paid, and the Trump administration is halting federal payments that will...

Rene Campos, a registered sex offender, has launched a campaign to represent Fresno, California’s District 7, ABC30 reported Wednesday. Campos, who was charged with possession of child sexual abuse material in 2018, says his campaign will focus on safety. Campos told ABC30 he has “experienced the laws” his team is “trying to reform.” “They say let’s choose somebody outside the box, somebody who knows the system from inside out,” Campos said in the interview, “because me, I’ve experienced the laws that we are trying to reform right now.” His campaign website mentions reducing violent crime and “clean, safe neighborhoods.” The...

McNaughton with another timely Trump sketch!

Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman sent waves across social media on Tuesday when the Democratic Senator wore a suit to President Trump's State of the Union address. "Now we know this is REALLY official business!" They added. "Once again, we can learn who rules over us by simply noticing who Fetterman will put a suit on for," a second person added. "Fetterman wore a suit last night, and if that doesn’t show respect, I don’t know what does," a third person added. "John Fetterman, IN A SUIT, shakes Trump's hand before his speech. WOW," exclaimed a fourth person.