Kalshi Fines and Suspends 3 Political Candidates for Betting on Their Races

Kalshi has sanctioned three political candidates for trying to make trades on their own races, a move that could signal increased scrutiny by the popular prediction market as the platform and similar companies face mounting pressure to self-police or risk greater regulation. https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/22/us/kalshi-suspends-politicians-trading-elections.html

6 close friends on a backcountry ski trip identified as among those killed in devastating avalanche

A group of close friends and experienced skiers had long planned a backcountry trip in the rugged Sierra Nevada Mountains, but their trek ended in tragedy as a football-field-sized crush of snow and ice overtook their tour. https://edition.cnn.com/2026/02/19/us/california-avalanche-skiers-lake-tahoe-thursday