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Judge OKs suit against company that flew migrants to Martha’s Vineyard
A federal judge in Boston ruled Monday, April 1, that migrants flown to Martha’s Vineyard by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis nearly two years ago can proceed with a lawsuit against the charter company responsible for their transportation to the Massachusetts island. The lawsuit, brought by three Venezuelan migrants and an immigrant rights group, accuses DeSantis’… -
Oregon recriminalizes some drugs, expands addiction treatment
Oregon is reversing its landmark 2021 drug decriminalization policy, which removed criminal penalties for possessing small amounts of drugs such as heroin, methamphetamine, LSD and oxycodone. Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek signed House Bill 4002 on Monday, April 1. Supporters of the reversal argue HB 4002 is a crucial step to address overdoses, while critics warn… -
Google agrees to delete billions of browsing data records in ‘Incognito’ settlement
Google has agreed to delete billions of users’ browsing history records as part of a lawsuit alleging the tech giant tracked people without their consent. The lawsuit accused Google of gathering data from users who thought they were browsing the internet privately in the company’s Chrome “Incognito” mode. In a statement to CNN on Monday, David… -
Florida upholds 15-week abortion ban; voters decide issue in November
The Florida Supreme Court on Monday, April 1, made two pivotal decisions concerning the state’s abortion ban. The court upheld a 2022 law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy which paves the way for an even stricter ban after six weeks to be implemented. Signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis in 2023, the six-week ban is among… -
World Central Kitchen pauses aid operations in Gaza after 7 members killed
World Central Kitchen is suspending its aid operations in Gaza after several volunteers are killed. And, Florida’s Supreme Court makes a decision on the state’s abortion ban while giving voters a say in November. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, April 2, 2024. World Central Kitchen pauses operations in Gaza after… -
Blind, visually impaired can hear April’s solar eclipse with new device
As the total solar eclipse crosses North America from Texas to Maine in April, blind or visually-impaired people will have the opportunity to experience this cosmic event through sound, thanks to a device called LightSound. Developed by the Harvard University Astronomy Lab and blind astronomer Wanda Diaz-Merced, LightSound translates ambient light into sound, offering a… -
9 people linked to Moscow attack detained; US says it warned Kremlin
Tajikistan’s National Security Committee detained nine people Monday, March 25, with alleged ties to the Crocus City Hall attack in Moscow that killed 143 people. It is unclear if these individuals are facing criminal charges or if Moscow is seeking their extradition. The individuals are suspected of connections with Islamic State Khorasan, who claimed responsibility… -
Biden admin approves $60 million in emergency aid after Baltimore bridge collapse
The Biden administration has allocated $60 million in federal aid to Maryland following the deadly Baltimore bridge collapse on Tuesday. Biden told reporters the Port of Baltimore, a major U.S. shipping hub that saw record cargo volumes last year, is crucial for automobile imports and exports, with around 850,000 vehicles passing through annually. “Fifteen thousand jobs… -
Wall Street Journal marks reporter Evan Gershkovich’s year jailed in Russia
Today marks a year since Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich was detained in Russia on espionage charges, which he, the newspaper, and the U.S. government strongly refute. To highlight his ongoing imprisonment, today’s Wall Street Journal front page features a significant blank space with the headline, “His story should be here – A year in Russian prison. A… -
Pro-Palestinian protesters interrupt Biden’s star-studded NYC fundraiser
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators interrupt President Biden’s celebrity-packed fundraising event at Radio City Music Hall. And, The Wall Street Journal marks one year of reporter Evan Gershkovich being held in a Russian prison. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, March 29, 2024. Protesters interrupt Biden’s star-studded NYC fundraiser President Joe Biden, joined by… -
Dogecoin peaks, crypto surges as concerns over market bubble grow
In the world of cryptocurrency, Dogecoin, the meme-inspired digital currency, witnessed an impressive surge, achieving its highest value since 2021. This rise could indicate a broader trend moving away from traditional finance sectors toward cryptocurrencies. Turning attention to traditional financial benchmarks, the S&P 500 has been on a record-breaking spree, hitting new highs 17 times… -
$15 traffic toll in Manhattan is approved, a first in US
Drivers in New York City will soon face a $15 toll to enter the heart of Manhattan, marking the first such congestion pricing toll in the United States aimed at reducing traffic and pollution. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority board approved the congestion pricing plan, set to start in June. The plan, largely unchanged from earlier proposals, will… -
Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried to be sentenced
Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried is scheduled for sentencing Thursday, March 28, following his November conviction by a federal jury on wire fraud and conspiracy charges. The jury found Bankman-Fried guilty of misappropriating $8 billion from FTX depositors’ funds for lavish expenditures, including Caribbean properties and private jets. At 32, Bankman-Fried faces decades in prison after…