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Uber Agrees to Pay $178 Million Settlement in Australian Lawsuit

Mar 18, 2024 03:49 am UTC| Business Law

Uber has agreed to pay A$271.8 million ($178 million) to settle a lawsuit brought by Australian taxi operators and drivers. They claimed to have lost income due to the ride-hailing companys entry into the...

Pennsylvania overhauled its sentencing guidelines to be more fair and consistent − but racial disparities may not disappear so soon

Mar 13, 2024 10:53 am UTC| Insights & Views Law

Pennsylvanias new sentencing guidelines went into effect on Jan. 1, 2024. They mark the eighth iteration since the state first introduced such guidelines in 1982 and are perhaps the most comprehensive revision to...

Changes to NZ’s parole laws to improve rehabilitation could lead to even longer prison times

Mar 07, 2024 09:24 am UTC| Insights & Views Law

ACTs recently proposed amendment to parole legislation fits with the partys restoring law and order and personal responsibility platform enshrined in last years coalition agreement. But the rule changes could cause more...

Climate Change Series

SEC approves first US climate disclosure rules

Mar 07, 2024 07:58 am UTC| Insights & Views Law

After two years of intense public debate, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission approved the nations first national climate disclosure rules on March 6, 2024, setting out requirements for publicly listed companies to...

Non-disclosure agreements are commonplace in sexual harassment cases, but they’re being misused to silence people

Mar 06, 2024 22:57 pm UTC| Insights & Views Law

Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) came into public consciousness during the #MeToo movement after multiple women spoke out with sexual harassment allegations against film producer Harvey Weinstein. Weinstein...

Yellowstone Capital Sued for $1.4 Billion for Predatory Lending Practices

Mar 06, 2024 02:59 am UTC| Business Law

On Tuesday, New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a $1.4 billion lawsuit against the cash advance provider Yellowstone Capital. The lawsuit alleges the company engaged in predatory lending practices by charging...

What’s next for $25B supermarket supermerger after FTC sues to block it, saying it could raise prices

Feb 29, 2024 11:48 am UTC| Insights & Views Law Business

The Federal Trade Commission announced on on Feb. 26, 2024, that its suing to prevent Krogers attempt to acquire Albertsons. The US$25 billion deal, first announced in 2022, would combine Cincinnati-based Kroger, already...

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Economy

TikTok CEO Turns to Musk for Guidance Amid Trump Policy Concerns, WSJ Reports

TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew has reportedly consulted Elon Musk for insights on navigating potential U.S. tech policy shifts under the Trump administration, according to the Wall Street Journal. ByteDance executives remain...

Siri's AI Upgrade in iOS 19 May Signal Apple's Split from OpenAI and ChatGPT

In a bold move, Apple plans to overhaul Siri with advanced AI in iOS 19, potentially ending its partnership with OpenAI. The new Siri aims to match ChatGPTs capabilities, offering users more natural conversations and the...

Nvidia CEO: Trump’s AI Export Limits Won’t Halt Global Tech Collaboration

Jensen Huang, Nvidia CEO, expressed confidence that global tech collaboration will persist, even under U.S. export restrictions on advanced AI technologies introduced during Trumps term. Speaking in Hong Kong, Huang...

Canada retail sales rises in September

According to Statistics Canadas preliminary estimate, retail sales increased by a strong 0.4% month-over-month (m/m) in September. When inflation was taken into account, the gain was even more noticeable, with retail sales...

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Politics

Donald Trump’s Vaccine Cabinet ‘Showdown’? Nesheiwat and RFK Jr. Could Clash Over Public Health Policies

President-elect Donald Trumps contrasting Cabinet nominees for health rolesDr. Janette Nesheiwat for Surgeon General and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health and Human Services Secretaryhave sparked debates about the future of...

Donald Trump Cases ‘Sabotaged’ by Alvin Bragg’s Hush Money Charges: ‘It’s Over Before It Began!’

Former federal prosecutor Elie Honig has criticized Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Braggs handling of the hush money case against President-elect Donald Trump, asserting that it poisoned the well for subsequent...

Mexico Scrambles to Replace Chinese Parts Amid USMCA Tensions: ‘We’ll Fight to Stay In!

Mexico is urgently revising its trade policies and supply chain strategies amid fears that its role in the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) could be at risk. Rising allegations that Mexico serves as a conduit for...

Lindsey Graham’s Fiery Warning: ‘Crush Your Economy’ Over Netanyahu Arrest Warrant Shocks U.S. Allies

Senator Lindsey Graham, a staunch ally of President-elect Donald Trump, issued a stark warning to U.S. allies on Friday, threatening economic sanctions against nations that comply with the International Criminal Courts...

Donald Trump’s Controversial Cabinet Nominees Face Grim Betting Odds: ‘The Market Doesn’t Lie!’

As President-elect Donald Trump finalizes his Cabinet for his second term, betting markets are casting doubt on the confirmation of some of his most polarizing nominees. From allegations of sexual misconduct to...

Science

Why does everything look flat even though the Earth is round?

Ever since the ancient Greeks first made observations of the circular Moon and the skies, scientists have known that the Earth is a sphere. Weve all seen beautiful images of the Earth from space, some photographed by...

Blue Origin Prepares to Test New Glenn Rocket, Set to Rival SpaceX's Falcon Rockets

Blue Origin is making significant strides toward testing its New Glenn rocket, designed to compete with SpaceXs Falcon lineup. With seven BE-4 engines producing 3.8 million pounds of thrust, the New Glenn is set to test...

SpaceX’s $2.9 Billion Moon Ship Reveals Spacious Design for Future Lunar Missions

SpaceXs latest prototype of its Starship Human Landing System (HLS) offers an inside look at the spacious, two-story design that could soon carry astronauts to the Moon. A central feature in NASAs Artemis program, this...

CDC Urges Second COVID-19 Vaccine for Seniors: ‘Protect Your Health This Season!’ Experts Say It’s Critical

In a recent public health announcement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that individuals aged 65 and older receive a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This additional dose, the...

Breakfast Secrets: 'Fiber-rich Foods Are the Key to Weight Loss!' Experts Reveal Shocking Truth

Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Technology

Ethereum's Path to $20K: Correction Likely First, Analysts Warn

Ethereum has surged over 33% in the past month, trading above $3,368, but a correction might be on the horizon. Analysts suggest this dip could precede a powerful rally to $20,000 by 2025. With Bitcoin closing in on...

Stellar Jumps 80% to $0.55 as Grayscale Trust Adds Millions—Is $1 Within Reach?

Stellars price surged over 80%, reaching $0.55 amid strong buying momentum and a sharp rise in trading volumes. Analysts suggest a bullish pattern could drive prices toward $3 or even $5, sparking renewed investor...

Shiba Inu Burn Rate Explodes 49,646% as SHIB Price Climbs 10% in Stunning Market Rally

Shiba Inu witnessed a burn rate surge of 49,646% in just one day, eliminating over 175 million tokens. This extraordinary burn event paralleled a remarkable 10% price jump, solidifying SHIBs market momentum. Shiba Inus...

Dogecoin Rockets 25% as Analyst Forecasts Bullish Breakout to $0.82

Dogecoin soared nearly 25% in the past 24 hours, reaching an intraday high of $0.48. Crypto analyst Ali Martinez predicts a bullish breakout to $0.82, suggesting DOGE could surpass its previous all-time high. The surge...

Bitcoin Targets $180K in 2025, TYMIO Founder Predicts Supply Shock

Bitcoins price could surge to $180,000 by the end of 2025 due to supply constraints and halving events, according to TYMIO founder Georgii Verbitskii. He highlights increasing demand and lost coins as catalysts for a...