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Bitcoin drops below $80,000 amid investor uncertainty as the crypto market sell-off accelerates.
On January 31, 2026, the world's largest cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, fell sharply below the psychological level of $80,000, signaling a significant decline in digital asset markets and raising concerns about investor confidence in the context of broader economic uncertainty. Underscoring a shift in sentiment among both retail and institutional investors, the drop comes as Bitcoin continues its multi-month decline from its peak in October 2025. By midday trading in New York, Bitcoin had dipped to roughly $78,159 — its lowest point since April 2025 — before modestly stabilizing near similar levels. The sharp decline erased billions from the overall crypto market and reflected increased selling pressure across major tokens, including Ether and Solana, which suffered steeper percentage losses.
By Raviha Imran18 days ago in Trader
Badger did "Big Hup" Today!
Badger has had a year off since losing his eye to adjust to being a dog again. Since that time, he's lounged around the house or the kennel, taking brief walks on a leash, adjusting to walking in a straight line. Walking in a straight line has actually taken a lot of effort on his part, as his instinct was to drift in the direction that he could see or away from things by which he felt threatened. Heeling was a thing of the past. He either lagged behind me so that he could see me or ended up nearly to the end of his leash, several feet from my left leg because he brushed against me unexpectedly.
By Kimberly J Egan18 days ago in Petlife
My $156,000 Mistake
I did everything right. At least, that's what I thought. At 26 years old, I decided to randomly open two accounts, one with a robo-advisor and another with private equity just to try it out. It seemed like the smart, modern thing to do. The robo-advisor app was slick. The promises were reassuring.
By Destiny S. Harris18 days ago in Trader
The Night Everything Shifted
The Night Everything Shifted The night everything shifted did not announce itself. There was no thunder, no dramatic phone call, no moment that begged to be remembered. It arrived quietly, the way most real changes do—wearing the disguise of an ordinary evening.
By Story Prism18 days ago in Humans
How Salt Bricks Clean the Lungs of Smokers in Sauna Walls
Smoking brings thousands of harmful chemicals into the organism, many of which are deposited in the lungs. With time, these particles accumulate resulting in chronic bronchitis, emphysema and increased chances of lung cancer. Although stopping smoking is the most crucial measure towards the health of a smoker, other treatments can also be used to hasten the removal of accumulated debris in the body and also to decrease swelling.
By Emily Rosie18 days ago in Longevity
CAN’T MAKE THIS POOP UP
ABOUT THIS PROJECT This is a rendering of pent up feelings of 2026. Into technology, and adapted to the progress. Seriously, we have at our finger tips online, and live in a future my Grandma Carrie Soleta would say, "Oh, my!"This is a little comedy realistic true story written in a format to produce a fun explanation of emerging technology and change in the 21st century.
By Vicki Lawana Trusselli 18 days ago in Futurism
The Energy–Water Nexus: Why Power Generation and Water Security Are Deeply Interconnected
Energy and water are often discussed as separate challenges, yet they are deeply interconnected. Power generation depends heavily on water, while water systems rely on energy to operate. This interdependence, known as the energy–water nexus, is becoming increasingly critical as climate change, population growth, and urbanization place greater strain on both resources.
By Brook Lang Seattle18 days ago in 01
Retrofitting the Built Environment: How Aging Infrastructure Can Be Upgraded for a Low-Carbon Future
Cities around the world are built on aging infrastructure. From decades-old office buildings to outdated transportation systems, much of the built environment was designed long before energy efficiency and climate resilience were priorities. While new low-carbon developments are important, the greatest opportunity for emissions reduction lies in retrofitting existing infrastructure. Upgrading what already exists is often faster, more cost-effective, and far more impactful than starting from scratch.
By Brook Lang Seattle18 days ago in 01
Brook Lang on Thermal Energy Storage
As renewable energy adoption accelerates, the challenge of storing energy when the sun is not shining or the wind is not blowing has become increasingly urgent. While lithium-ion batteries dominate headlines, another powerful solution is gaining traction: thermal energy storage. By capturing and storing heat or cold for later use, thermal storage systems are emerging as cost-effective and scalable “grid batteries” that support a more resilient and flexible energy system.
By Brook Lang Seattle18 days ago in 01
