Australian Court Sides with X in Free Speech Battle
Australian court ruled in favor of social media platform X, allowing it to keep video footage of attack on Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel accessible within country.
DeSantis Pushes Back on Claims of Climate’s Role in Producing Stronger Hurricanes
In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday pushed back on claims that the climate is causing stronger hurricanes.
Automation Could Make or Break New US Port Strike Agreement
ILA Union negotiators are seeking protections from job replacement by automation, a stumbling block to preventing another round of work stoppages.
Inflation Tops Market Estimates as Food, Shelter Costs Rise in September
According to BLS, the annual inflation rate slowed to 2.4 percent last month, down from 2.5 percent in August. This was above the market estimate of 2.3 percent.
US in Recession Since 2022 After Inflation Adjustments, New Research Shows
New research by prominent economists suggests U.S. economy has been in a recession for the last two years after inflation adjustments are taken into account.
DeSantis Responds to Claims FEMA Can Keep People From Their Homes
Gov. Ron DeSantis responded to claims suggesting federal officials will not allow residents back in their homes after Hurricane. The governor denied claims.
Drug Trials Funded by Manufacturers Find 50 Percent Greater Drug Effectiveness
Drug studies sponsored by drug manufacturers report higher drug efficacy than studies not sponsored by drug company, Journal of Political Economy report finds.
FEMA Director: We Have Enough Money for Hurricane Milton, Not Rest of Year
Director FEMA said agency has enough resources to deal with Hurricane Milton, expected to slam into Florida’s Gulf Coast, and aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
Judge Denies Deadspin’s Bid to Dismiss Defamation Suit Involving 9-Year-Old Chiefs Fan
A Delaware judge refused to dismiss a defamation lawsuit against Deadspin over an article accusing a 9-year-old boy of wearing “blackface” to a football game.
Some Mass Shooting Survivors Want More Good Guys With Guns
One foggy morning 35 years ago a disaffected loner sprayed the Cleveland Elementary School playground in Stockton, CA, with bullets from an AK-style rifle.
Hurricane-Ravaged North Carolina Towns Relying on Local Support as They Dig Out From Debris
Two weeks have passed since Hurricane Helene reached western North Carolina, devastating urban and rural communities and damaging roads, homes, and power sources.
Dozens of States Sue TikTok, Alleging Addictive Features for Youth
More than a dozen states are coming together to sue TikTok, joining other states, California AG Rob Bonta and New York AG Letitia James announced on Oct. 8.
