Trump's Attempt to Kill Congestion Pricing Will BackfireTrump's announcement to end New York City's congestion pricing underscores his dual communication strategy: public bravado and legal rationalizations.
California man who threatened Jewish subway rider indicted on hate crime chargesA California man was indicted for threatening a Jewish man in Manhattan, facing charges of hate crimes and harassment.
Trump's Attempt to Kill Congestion Pricing Will BackfireTrump's announcement to end New York City's congestion pricing underscores his dual communication strategy: public bravado and legal rationalizations.
California man who threatened Jewish subway rider indicted on hate crime chargesA California man was indicted for threatening a Jewish man in Manhattan, facing charges of hate crimes and harassment.
Devon man jailed for sending utterly deplorable' email to Jess Phillips MPA man was sentenced to prison for sending abusive emails to public figures, influenced by rightwing propaganda during the pandemic.
CFPB's student loan watchdog on the chopping blockCFPB officials planned to fire the student loan ombudsman; a court temporarily blocked this action amidst concerns of agency dismantlement.
Trump Appointee Carl Nichols Enjoins Trump from Stranding USAID Workers - emptywheelThe USAID shutdown poses serious humanitarian risks, jeopardizing global health efforts and leading to inevitable deaths without judicial intervention.
CFPB's student loan watchdog on the chopping blockCFPB officials planned to fire the student loan ombudsman; a court temporarily blocked this action amidst concerns of agency dismantlement.
Trump Appointee Carl Nichols Enjoins Trump from Stranding USAID Workers - emptywheelThe USAID shutdown poses serious humanitarian risks, jeopardizing global health efforts and leading to inevitable deaths without judicial intervention.
Purdue Pharma, Sacklers to pay $7.4bn in new opioid settlementPurdue Pharma has agreed to a $7.4 billion settlement to resolve lawsuits related to the opioid crisis.
Judge Grants Final Approval for $375 Million Settlement of UFC Antitrust CaseUFC to pay $375 million settlement for fighter antitrust case.Judge Boulware granted final approval for the Le case settlement.No changes in how UFC operates contracts despite the settlement.
Purdue Pharma, Sacklers to pay $7.4bn in new opioid settlementPurdue Pharma has agreed to a $7.4 billion settlement to resolve lawsuits related to the opioid crisis.
Judge Grants Final Approval for $375 Million Settlement of UFC Antitrust CaseUFC to pay $375 million settlement for fighter antitrust case.Judge Boulware granted final approval for the Le case settlement.No changes in how UFC operates contracts despite the settlement.
NWSL To Pay $5 Million To Abused Players As Part Of Settlement | DefectorThe NWSL faces financial penalties and must improve policies against harassment and discrimination.
Meta COO Sheryl Sandberg sanctioned by judge for allegedly deleting emails | TechCrunchSheryl Sandberg has been sanctioned by a Delaware judge for deleting emails related to the Cambridge Analytica scandal.
Justin Baldoni shares on-set 'It Ends With Us' footage to counter Blake Lively's sexual harassment claimsJustin Baldoni shared footage to counter Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against him.
TikTok will completely shut down app in US on Sunday as ban loomsTikTok plans to shut down the app for US users in response to impending legal actions.
Cerebral to Pay $7 Million Fine and Limit Health Data Use for Ads Under Federal Order - The MarkupCerebral to pay $7 million fine, limit using consumer health data for ads under FTC order.
TikTok will completely shut down app in US on Sunday as ban loomsTikTok plans to shut down the app for US users in response to impending legal actions.
Cerebral to Pay $7 Million Fine and Limit Health Data Use for Ads Under Federal Order - The MarkupCerebral to pay $7 million fine, limit using consumer health data for ads under FTC order.
High-risk sites': where are the UK's forever chemical' hotspots?PFAS, known as forever chemicals, are persistent pollutants linked to significant health risks and widespread environmental contamination.
Lawsuits seek to stop barred owl culling, including the Bay AreaThe plan to cull barred owls raises ethical concerns and legal challenges from wildlife advocates.
Outrage and fear in Sweetwater as thousands fight an order to vacate their mobile homesResidents of Li'l Abner Mobile Home Park are protesting its closure and seeking legal action against CREI Holdings to extend their stay.
Man who falsely claimed to be bitcoin creator sentenced for continuing to sue developersCraig Wright's claims of being bitcoin's creator have been legally disproven, leading to a suspended sentence for contempt of court.
Samourai Wallet Charges Raise Existential Questions for Privacy TechThe U.S. government is cracking down on privacy tools like crypto mixers, considering any money flowing through them as laundered funds.
Man who falsely claimed to be bitcoin creator sentenced for continuing to sue developersCraig Wright's claims of being bitcoin's creator have been legally disproven, leading to a suspended sentence for contempt of court.
Samourai Wallet Charges Raise Existential Questions for Privacy TechThe U.S. government is cracking down on privacy tools like crypto mixers, considering any money flowing through them as laundered funds.
NYC pols sue Adams to stop emergency order blocking solitary banCity lawmakers and Public Advocate Jumaane Williams are suing Mayor Adams over his suspension of the solitary confinement ban citing unlawful use of executive powers.
NSO Group used WhatsApp exploits after the messaging app sued the spyware developer, court filing saysNSO Group's malware exploited WhatsApp despite ongoing legal battles, demonstrating their adaptive techniques in spyware development.
Seeking favor with Musk and Trump, advertisers plot return to XX is facing a severe decline in advertising revenue post-Musk acquisition, jeopardizing its business model.Musk's confrontational tactics toward advertisers include legal battles, highlighting tensions in the advertising ecosystem.
Olympic boxer Imane Khelif takes legal action over male chromosomes claimsImane Khelif is pursuing legal action regarding leaked medical records and harassment stemming from her controversial Olympic gold win.
Trump targets Washington Post, CBS with long-shot legal actions over Harris coverage, adsTrump's campaign filed a legal complaint against The Washington Post claiming illegal support for Kamala Harris, but experts label it as frivolous.
Brazil sues Meta and TikTok for over $500 million for not protecting minorsMeta and TikTok face lawsuits for not adequately protecting minors and are urged to improve safety measures.
Federal judge denies UCLA bid to delay affordable housingImmediate action is required to provide housing for homeless veterans at the VA campus as winter approaches.
Unilever Reaches New Deal on X Ad SpendUnilever has resolved its legal disputes with X, indicating a stable partnership moving forward in advertising.
The Crackdown on Compounded GLP-1 Meds Has BegunEli Lilly is intensifying legal actions against compounded GLP-1 medications amid ongoing product shortages.
The DOJ Says Google May Need 'Structural' Changes to Undo Its Search MonopolyDOJ seeks to limit Google's use of its products to maintain competitive balance in search.
Nintendo Switch emulator Ryujinx taken offlineNintendo is aggressively pursuing legal actions against Switch emulators, leading to the shutdown of Ryujinx, impacting the gaming community.
Exclusive: Mobapad explains its Switch 2 leak and how it got the informationMobapad shared details about the upcoming Switch 2, suggesting potential insider information or a risk of legal action from Nintendo.
Garry's Mod is taking down decades of Nintendo-related add-onsNintendo requested Garry's Mod to remove its Nintendo-related content due to copyright concerns.
Nintendo Switch emulator Ryujinx taken offlineNintendo is aggressively pursuing legal actions against Switch emulators, leading to the shutdown of Ryujinx, impacting the gaming community.
Exclusive: Mobapad explains its Switch 2 leak and how it got the informationMobapad shared details about the upcoming Switch 2, suggesting potential insider information or a risk of legal action from Nintendo.
Garry's Mod is taking down decades of Nintendo-related add-onsNintendo requested Garry's Mod to remove its Nintendo-related content due to copyright concerns.
California sues hospital for denying patient an emergency abortionCalifornia is suing a hospital for allegedly denying emergency abortion care despite life-threatening circumstances.
Gettysburg swimmer accused of racist act has left the collegeA Gettysburg College swimmer involved in a racial incident is no longer enrolled following allegations of carving a racial slur into a teammate's chest.
Three months after shutting down, Philadelphia's University of the Arts files for bankruptcyUArts has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy after closing due to financial issues and failed merger negotiations, leading to legal actions from union and stakeholders.
State is facing 73 wrongful death legal actions related to Covid-19The State is facing over 70 wrongful death claims related to Covid-19.Claims are linked to care provided in state hospitals and nursing homes.
Trump Falsely Claims No One Died in Jan. 6 Capitol AttackFormer President Trump falsely claimed no deaths occurred during Capitol violence.
Morning Docket: 08.06.24Judges misusing power, Google legal matters, importance of fair questioning for minors, Navajo Nation legal actions.
FIFA offers talks over calendar congestionFIFA willing to engage in dialogue to resolve conflicts over packed schedules.
CrowdStrike could have a European-size data problem on its handsCrowdStrike's update malfunction led to 8.5 million Windows computers crashing, causing significant disruptions and potential massive financial repercussions.
Ex-Payroll Manager Who Embezzled More Than $2.5M From Law Firm Pleads Guilty To Wire FraudA former payroll manager at a Louisiana firm pleaded guilty to wire fraud and stole over $2.5 million by transferring funds to her personal accounts.
How Michael Cohen went from Trump's fixer to a key witness against himMichael Cohen testified about fixing problems for Donald Trump, including threatening reporters and suppressing women's claims.
NYC urologist Darius Paduch convicted of sick abuse that included using sex toys on patientsA Manhattan urologist was convicted of sexually assaulting patients, including children, during medical treatments.
US Company Fined $649K for Illegally Hiring Children to Clean SlaughterhousesChild labor violations in slaughterhouses lead to major fines and legal actions against companies.
Major Record Labels Sue AI Music GeneratorsBig record labels suing AI startups to protect music copyright.
Major record labels sue AI start-ups for copyright infringementMajor record labels sue AI start-ups for copyright infringement.
8 major newspapers join legal backlash against OpenAI, MicrosoftAI companies facing backlash for using copyrighted content without compensation from major newspapers.
Major Record Labels Sue AI Music GeneratorsBig record labels suing AI startups to protect music copyright.
Major record labels sue AI start-ups for copyright infringementMajor record labels sue AI start-ups for copyright infringement.
8 major newspapers join legal backlash against OpenAI, MicrosoftAI companies facing backlash for using copyrighted content without compensation from major newspapers.
Wasabi Wallet-Developer Blocks U.S. Citizens and Residents After Samourai Wallet ArrestszkSNACKs has prohibited U.S. users from accessing Wasabi Wallet due to recent legal actions against other privacy-focused wallet developers.
Gavin Newsom pushes homeless funding accountability, wants more low income housing in citiesNewsom emphasizes accountability in homelessness funding, plans to ensure effectiveness through oversight and potential legal actions.
Tim Hortons says 'technical errors' falsely told people they won $55K boat in Roll Up To Win promo | CBC NewsA technical error by Tim Hortons mislead customers into believing they had won a $55,000 boat in a promotion.
Menthol cigarettes are killing Black Americans. Advocates are suing the government to change thatAggressive marketing of menthol cigarettes to Black communities led to high usage rates and related health issues.Legal actions are being taken to push for a ban on menthol cigarettes, with the FDA attempting to address the issue for over a decade.
2 Men Fined $1.25 Million for Robocall Scheme to Suppress Black VoteRight-wing operatives fined $1.25 million for discouraging Black New Yorkers from voting in 2020 election.Robocalls falsely claimed voting by mail would lead to personal information being shared with law enforcement, debt collectors, and government agencies.
Dems' lawfare war on Trump is its own threat to democracyDemocrats' legal actions against Trump may pose a significant threat to democracy.Charges against Trump are criticized for being weak and politically motivated.
Omar Khan Has Pleaded Guilty to Identity TheftOmar Khan pleaded guilty to identity theft after allegedly swindling millions from fine-wine insiders.Khan organized extravagant dinners with rare wines, promising profits he didn't deliver, resulting in legal actions.
Boston Condo Commission And NAR Lawsuit Verdict - Bullet Item Summary --UPDATED Boston Condos For Sale Ford RealtyMLS PIN is not affiliated with NARNAR and major real estate brokers found guilty of colluding to inflate commissions
"Shame must change sides": a Belgian model warns about deepnudesDeepfakes are becoming more prevalent, impacting individuals like Julia.Julia took legal action after receiving fake nude photos generated by AI.
Four teens charged after 18-year-old trans woman stabbed in LondonFour teenagers charged over transphobic attack at roller-skating party.Victim was stabbed 14 times after enduring transphobic slurs.
Vinicius Jnr: Three men sent to prison for racially abusing Real Madrid starValencia fans sentenced to 8 months in prison for racist abuse towards Vinicius Jnr.Real Madrid acts as private prosecutor and aims to eradicate racism in football.
Police arrest a teenage boy in connection with the MGM Resorts ransomware attackA 17-year-old from England is suspected of causing a ransomware attack on MGM Resorts in Las Vegas.The teenager was part of a global cyber online crime group that claimed responsibility for multiple attacks.The attack on MGM Resorts was executed through a simple phone call to a Help Desk employee using LinkedIn information.
Ontario public sector sees jump in snooping cases, privacy commissioner says | CBC NewsOntario public institutions reported over 10,000 privacy breaches, with a 34% rise in snooping incidents; only health and youth sectors must report, undermining public trust.
Montauk Fisherman Who Took Too Much Fluke Gets a 30-Month SentenceIllegal overfishing leads to prison sentence for New York fisherman.
States and Creditors for Purdue Pharma Threaten Sacklers With Gush of LawsuitsLegal actions being prepared against the Sackler family for their role in the opioid crisis despite denied legal immunity.
The Morning Risk Report: IRS Apologizes to Billionaire Ken Griffin for Leak of Tax RecordsThe IRS apologized to Ken Griffin for tax return leak.
Once again, no, French president Emmanuel Macron's wife is not transFrench President Macron addresses baseless trans rumors about his wife, denouncing them as fabricated scenarios and highlighting the impact of false information on intimacy.
Attorney General Letitia James pledges to protect bodily autonomy rightsThe U.S. Supreme Court's decision upholding access to mifepristone is a significant victory for reproductive rights, guided by science.