Former President Donald Trump claimed ignorance regarding the identity of a crypto billionaire whom he pardoned for money laundering offenses. The individual in question was Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, the founder of Binance, coincidentally linked to Trump’s new crypto venture through a multibillion-dollar deal.
When questioned about the pardon, Trump, aged 79 and convicted, stated that he was unaware of the billionaire’s background, attributing the situation to what he called a “Biden witch hunt.”
Meanwhile, a significant collection of classic TV memorabilia was recently auctioned for £2.4 million. The collection, consisting of over 300 items from Dr. Stewart Berkowitz’s personal collection, included iconic costumes and props from classic TV shows.
Notably, the original Batman and Robin costumes worn by Adam West and Burt Ward fetched a substantial sum of £436,000 at the auction, adding excitement to the event.
In a separate incident, a woman from New Jersey admitted to setting fire to a man’s house after he fell asleep following a late-night invitation for a rendezvous. The woman, Taija Russell, pleaded guilty to aggravated arson and faces a lengthy prison sentence.
As the US government shutdown continues, federal workers like IRS lawyer Isaac Stein have been forced to find alternative employment. Stein, now running a hot dog stand in DC called Shysters Dogs, humorously refers to his new venture as “the only honest ripoff in DC.”
Furthermore, a unique convenience store named Quick Shop is set to open in St. Pete, offering an immersive experience with felt-made products, including chip packets and soda cans. The store is part of FloridaRAMA, an art playground celebrating Florida’s eccentricity.