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Presidential election scores Trump a legal victory in hush money case
Former President Donald Trump’s sentencing for a New York hush money conviction will have to wait until after the 2024 presidential election. Manhattan Judge Juan Merchan agreed on Friday, Sept. 6, to postpone handing down the sentence until Nov. 26, right before Thanksgiving, marking the second time it has been delayed. The sentencing, originally scheduled… -
New York mandates panic buttons for major retailers under new worker safety law
New York is on track to become the first state in the nation to require panic buttons for all large retailers. Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-N.Y., signed the new legislation into law on Thursday, Sept. 5, despite push back from Walmart and other large retailers. Walmart was joined by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and the… -
Video reportedly shows Russians killing surrendering Ukrainian troops
Ukraine announced on Friday, Sept. 6, that it is launching an investigation into Russian forces allegedly killing three surrendering Ukrainian soldiers in southeast Ukraine last month. Video exclusively obtained by CNN, shows Ukrainian soldiers appearing to surrender to advancing Russian forces, getting down on their knees and placing their hands on their heads. Moments later,… -
Israeli-American hostage’s family OKs sharing of Hamas video of son
The family of American-Israeli hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, who was executed along with five other hostages by Hamas, is giving the OK to share a video of him before his death, in the hopes it serves as an “immediate wake up call to the world.” The Hamas propaganda video released on Thursday, Sept. 5, shows Goldberg-Polin… -
Dutch officials fine Clearview AI $33.7M for ‘illegal database’ of billions of faces
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA) has fined American facial recognition company Clearview AI $33.7 million for amassing what it calls an “illegal database” of billions of facial images, including those of Dutch citizens. Dutch officials said Clearview AI violated laws banning the unauthorized collection and processing of personal data without consent. The fine marks… -
US and allies warn of increased Russian activities near undersea cables
Undersea cables, crucial to global communications, have recently become focal points of geopolitical tensions between Russia and the U.S. These cables, which sprawl across ocean floors, are vital for international data and power transfer, facilitating approximately $10 trillion in daily transactions. U.S. officials, according to CNN, have observed a noticeable increase in Russian military activities… -
New Mexico sues Snapchat over alleged child exploitation and abuse
New Mexico filed a lawsuit against Snapchat, accusing the platform of facilitating child sexual exploitation and the distribution of child sex abuse material. Attorney General Raúl Torrez filed the lawsuit against Snap Inc. in state court after an undercover investigation alleged that Snapchat’s design and policies enable exploitation. “Snapchat is a breeding ground for predators… -
Putin endorses Harris for US presidency, citing her ‘fascinating’ laugh
Russian President Vladimir Putin revealed Thursday, Sept. 5, that he is supporting Vice President Kamala Harris in the upcoming U.S. presidential election. Putin cited her “fascinating” laugh as one reason for his preference. The Russian leader’s apparent endorsement came just one day after the United States imposed sanctions on Russian state media executives and restricted… -
Hunter Biden’s lawyer wants an ‘Alford plea.’ What does it mean?
Hunter Biden’s criminal tax case took an unexpected turn on Thursday, Sept. 5. Biden’s lawyer, Abbe Lowell, told a federal judge, right before jury selection, his defendant wished to change his plea to an “Alford plea.” An Alford plea allows a defendant to maintain innocence but acknowledges that prosecutors have enough evidence to convict them.… -
Biden-Harris admin considers stricter asylum policies ahead of election
Less than two months until the presidential election, the Biden-Harris administration is contemplating significant changes to its asylum-seeking policy. The changes could make it more challenging to lift the sweeping restrictions enacted in June. Those restrictions included a daily quota of 1,500 appointments allowing migrants in Mexico to be processed at official border entry points,… -
Man pleads guilty to wildlife trafficking, killing over 100 eagles
A man pleaded guilty to wildlife trafficking as court documents show that at least 118 eagles were killed as part of this long-running operation. Prosecutors said the wildlife trafficking ring in the Western U.S. reveals bird victims could reach into the thousands. The eagles’ parts were sold on the black market for profits. The case… -
Woman suing Arizona town over her arrest at public hearing
An Arizona woman announced that she’s suing the city of Surprise, Arizona, on Tuesday, Sept. 3, after being arrested at a City Council meeting in August. Activist Rebekah Massie, who was handcuffed and charged with trespassing and resisting arrest during a Surprise City Council meeting said her First and 14th Amendment rights were violated. The… -
Lego says only 1/3 of educators, parents believe students are engaged in learning
As students return to the classroom, a new report by Lego is looking into whether students are engaged while in class, and how teachers and parents can help build their confidence. It works out that the company behind the report is familiar with the building part. Lego Education released its “State of Classroom Engagement Report”…
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California’s minimum wage increase led to job losses, higher prices: Study
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Appeals court blocks Arizona’s proof of citizenship law, cites voter suppression
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‘The free world needs a new leader’: Trump-Zelenskyy make jaws drop
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Justin Timberlake cancels final US show in Columbus minutes before showtime
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Greenpeace official discusses $300M lawsuit filed against the organization
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