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The annual 'Diaper Dash' family fun run/walk, hosted by Heathier Moms & Babies, will take place on Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Parkview YMCA.

Party City, the leading celebration brand in America, has partnered with DoorDash to offer convenient delivery of inflated balloons and party supplies, helping to alleviate last-minute party planning stress.

Dame Dash is confronting significant financial and personal difficulties as he has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Florida. The co-founder of Roc-A-Fella Records is navigating these challenges amid ongoing health issues.

Damon Dash has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, citing significant financial difficulties with debts amounting to $25 million. He claims to be in a dire situation, having only a few thousand dollars in assets.

Dame Dash has filed for bankruptcy, facing over $25 million in debt that includes unpaid taxes, child support, and legal judgments.

Director Ashley Still sold 63 shares of DoorDash, Inc. (NASDAQ:DASH) Class A Common Stock on September 3, 2025, for a total of $15,371, with each share priced at $243.99.

Damon Dash has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Florida, reporting total liabilities of $25.3 million and stating that he has only $4,350 in assets.

Damon Dash has filed for bankruptcy, stating he possesses only slightly over $4,000 while facing debts exceeding $25 million.

Spain's BBVA announced on Friday that it will launch a hostile bid for Sabadell valued at 14.9 billion euros ($17.44 billion), primarily through shares, starting on Monday.

Bloomberg's recent poll of European Central Bank forecasters indicates that expectations have shifted significantly towards a more hawkish stance, according to ING's FX analyst Francesco Pesole.

Bank of America predicts that the euro will rise to between $1.20 and $1.25 next year, cautioning that the U.S. dollar may be at risk of falling below its fair value.

French utility EDF and the European Investment Bank have announced a financing agreement worth 500 million euros ($585.4 million) to support the second phase of a project aimed at updating the French power grid.

Bulgaria plans to conduct audits of government IT systems starting October 1 to confirm their readiness for operations with the euro, according to e-Government Minister Valentin Mundrov.

Christian Kettel Thomsen, Governor of the National Bank of Denmark, discusses the potential advantages of adopting the euro currency in an exclusive interview.

The euro is currently affected by two contrasting factors. On one side, there are expectations that the Federal Reserve will soon initiate a monetary policy shift, which is positively impacting the euro. However, there are still risks that could influence its performance in the future.

Alphabet's Google has been fined 2.95 billion euros (approximately S$4.4 billion) by the European Union for engaging in anti-competitive practices within its advertising technology sector.

The European Central Bank (ECB) has emphasized the need for a digital euro to maintain payment stability during significant disruptions.

On September 4, 2025, Piero Cipollone, a member of the ECB Executive Board, spoke to the European Parliament, emphasizing the need for a digital euro to bolster Europe's strategic autonomy and counter the influence of foreign stablecoins.

The European Central Bank (ECB) advocates for the digital euro during a session at the European Parliament, presenting it as a crucial solution to economic crises. The ECB aims to address skepticism surrounding the digital euro and encourage broader acceptance.

The stablecoin market has evolved into a new phase known as Stablecoin 2.0, characterized by fragmentation, adherence to regulations, and increased adoption by institutions.

The European Central Bank is advocating for a digital euro to serve as a backup payment system during crises. However, lawmakers are expressing concerns regarding privacy issues and the potential effects on the financial system.

The central bank governor of Denmark has suggested that adopting the euro could enhance the country's influence within the European Union. He emphasized that joining the euro might be a strategic step for Danes seeking a more significant role in EU affairs.

Piero Cipollone, a member of the European Central Bank's executive board, urged the European Union to expedite the development of a digital euro to enhance economic resilience.

In the second quarter of 2025, the euro area's seasonally adjusted GDP rose by 0.1%, while the EU experienced a slightly higher increase of 0.2% compared to the previous quarter.

The launch of YO's new yoEUR vault aims to increase on-chain activity for the euro stablecoin EURC. However, challenges such as fragmented bridges and liquidity caps are hindering market integration and creating segmentation.