Techstars increases startup funding to $220,000, mirroring YC structure

Techstars, a nearly 20-year-old startup accelerator, announced new terms for startups that enter its three-month program. The organization will now invest $220,000, which is $100,000 more than it offered previously, in companies starting with its fall 2025 batch. The capital will be divided into two components. The group is offering companies $20,000 in exchange for … Read more

3 dead after plane crashes into Nebraska river

Three people have died, and their bodies have been recovered after a small plane crash in Nebraska, authorities said. The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office said that “a small plane was traveling along the Platte River south of Fremont when it crashed into the river” on Friday night. “The three occupants of the plane have been … Read more

Ben Whittaker has been ‘humbled’ by dramatic draw with Liam Cameron, says Sky Sports expert Johnny Nelson | Boxing News

Ben Whittaker has been “humbled” by Liam Cameron but can rediscover his “amazing talent” under new trainer Andy Lee in the rematch, says Johnny Nelson. Whittaker was led away in a wheelchair after he and Cameron dramatically toppled out of the ring in their first bout in October, which ended in a split decision draw, … Read more