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Massachusetts lawmakers push for an effort to ban all tobacco sales over time
A handful of Massachusetts lawmakers are hoping to persuade their colleagues to support a proposal that would make the state the first to adopt a ban meant to eliminate the use of tobacco products ...Health - ABC News - 5 hours ago -
Massachusetts lawmakers to consider a soccer stadium for the New England Revolution
Massachusetts lawmakers are planning to vote this week on a bill that would pave the way for the construction of a new soccer stadium for the New England Revolution in EverettSports - ABC News - November 13 -
China's state-owned tobacco behemoth is booming, defying global trends and anti-smoking efforts
Powered by "the biggest tobacco company most people have never heard of," China is bucking global smoking trends as cigarette sales surge in the country.Business - CNBC - November 12 -
Vapes to be taxed for first time as tobacco and wine duty rise
New levy on e-cigarettes, which have soared in popularity, will take effect in 2026World - Financial Times - October 30 -
Pro-Ukraine lawmakers make last-ditch effort to safeguard US support
Pro-Ukraine lawmakers in both parties are working to get key provisions surrounding U.S. support for Kyiv passed into law by January, an effort to safeguard assistance that is under threat in a ...Politics - The Hill - November 21 -
US election live updates: Harris and Trump hold duelling Pittsburgh rallies in final hours of campaigning
Harris says ‘momentum is on our side’ at Pennsylvania rally while Trump celebrates endorsement from podcaster Joe Rogan. Trump and Harris visit key states in final day of campaigning Don’t miss ...World - The Guardian - November 5 -
Russia lawmakers pass bill banning "child-free propaganda"
Facing low birth rates and an aging population, Russia is set to ban any information deemed to promote a "rejection of childbearing."Top stories - CBS News - November 12 -
Ohio lawmakers send transgender ‘bathroom ban’ to DeWine’s desk
Ohio’s Republican-controlled Senate approved legislation Wednesday to bar transgender students from using school restrooms and locker rooms that match their gender identity, sending the measure to ...Politics - The Hill - November 14 -
Russian lawmakers endorse bill to ban adoptions by gender-transition countries
Russia’s upper house of parliament has endorsed a bill banning adoption of Russian children by citizens of countries where gender transitioning is legalWorld - ABC News - November 20 -
Australia Passes Landmark Social-Media Ban for Under-16s
The ban could see technology companies such as Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat fined up to $32.5 million if they fail to prevent young children from holding accounts.Tech - The Wall Street Journal - 2 hours ago -
US Senate rejects Bernie Sanders effort to block arms sales to Israel
Moves to advance three resolutions, which would have halted recent sale of $20bn in US weapons to Israel, all failed. The US Senate has blocked legislation that would have halted the sale of some ...World - The Guardian - November 21 -
Sick man of Europe? Germany’s bosses sound alarm on staff illness
Studies claim that fewer sick days would have stopped the country’s economy shrinking last yearBusiness - Financial Times - November 1 -
MP calls for ban on auction sales of human remains
Labour’s Bell Ribeiro-Addy said she has been told of human remains frequently auctioned "disguised as modified items or replicas".Top stories - BBC News - November 20 -
Texas Democrats revive effort to repeal state’s ban on gay sex
Texas lawmakers, during the state’s upcoming legislative session, will have the opportunity to formally decriminalize gay sex, still technically a misdemeanor under Texas law. Texas’s defunct ban ...Politics - The Hill - November 12 -
Flight ban strains humanitarian efforts and frustrates Haitians trying to fly home
December usually brings travelers into Haiti, but a ban on flights has halted plans for holiday gatherings and for anyone trying to deliver food, medicine and other aid.Top stories - NBC News - November 21 -
‘Black mark’: Lawmakers seethe over Ethics’ Gaetz report imbroglio
The panel deadlocked over whether to release the report Wednesday, though they’re scheduled to meet again on the matter Dec. 5.Politics - Politico - November 20 -
Lawmakers brawl over deadly train station roof collapse in Serbia
Scuffles and fistfights broke out weeks after a deadly rail station roof collapse that ignited tensions in the Balkan state.Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago -
Nestle to Step Up Spending in Push to Boost Sales Growth
The food giant tempered its profit expectations for next year and for sales growth over the medium term, as it steps up spending to boost its top line and win market share in the face of a tough ...Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 19 -
Bernie Sanders' push to limit weapons sales to Israel blocked by the Senate
The Senate overwhelmingly rejected three efforts led by progressive Sen. Bernie Sanders that would have blocked certain offensive weapons sales to Israel.Politics - NBC News - November 21 -
Alphabet’s stock slides as Feds push for Chrome sale. Why fears are overblown.
The Google parent’s stock is heading for its worst day in 10 months. But one analyst thinks a forced Chrome sale seems unlikely.Business - MarketWatch - November 21 -
Over $2.8 billion bet on bitcoin topping $90,000 as it hits all-time high
Bitcoin hit a new record high as futures premiums soared, in a clear sign that investors believe the record-run will continue.Business - CNBC - November 10 -
In this Florida school district, some parents are pushing back against a cellphone ban
It’s no surprise that students are pushing back on cellphone bans in classroomsTech - ABC News - November 8 -
Faulty fentanyl tests spurred NYC’s push to ban mail on Rikers Island
A push by New York City jail officials to block people detained at Rikers Island from receiving physical mail was based on faulty fentanyl test strips that overstated the influx of contraband sent ...Health - ABC News - November 20 -
Zombie knives are banned - but the BBC got them online in two clicks
Our investigation manages to buy zombie knives on UK websites in a few clicks - for as little as £19.99.Top stories - BBC News - November 15 -
How to watch West Virginia Mountaineers vs. Massachusetts Minutemen: Live stream, TV channel, start time for Friday's NCAA Basketball game
How to watch West Virginia vs. Massachusetts basketball gameSports - CBS Sports - November 8 -
Harvard Crimson vs. Massachusetts Minutemen: How to watch online, live stream info, start time, TV channel
How to watch Harvard vs. Massachusetts basketball gameSports - CBS Sports - Yesterday -
Boeing Will Lay Off Over 2,500 Workers Amid Turnaround Effort
The job cuts, part of a 17,000-strong employee reduction, will hit workers in Washington, Oregon, South Carolina and Missouri.Business - Inc. - November 19 -
Prosecutors drop election interference and documents cases against Trump
Special counsel Jack Smith dismisses the two federal criminal cases before president-elect’s inauguration. US politics – live updates Special counsel prosecutors dismissed the two federal ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
Trump camp rivalries come to fore over efforts to oust top adviser
Boris Epshteyn accused of asking potential administration nominees to pay monthly fee for lobbying president-elect. Internal rivalries spilled into public view on Monday as Boris Epshteyn, a top ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
Centrist group No Labels sues Democratic operatives over efforts to derail it
According to a lawsuit filed by No Labels, Democratic operatives attempted to sabotage it attempts to run a third-party presidential candidate, according to a lawsuit.Top stories - ABC News - Yesterday -
Judge hears arguments over pending Infowars sale
A federal judge in Texas plans to hold another hearing to decide whether satirical news outlet "The Onion" can move forward with the purchase of conspiracy theorist Alex Jones' company, Infowars. ...Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago -
Apple's four-phone strategy is lagging. One idea to reviving sales: Cut the cameras
Every year since 2020, when Apple moved to a four-model lineup, one of them has lagged in terms of sales.Business - CNBC - November 12 -
Save Big During the All-Clad Factory Seconds Sale
All-Clad cookware is the best you can buy—and it has a price tag to match. This sale will stretch your dollars.Tech - Wired - November 14 -
How strict abortion bans threaten health care for all women
In some states, overturning Roe v. Wade has impacted health care for women, regardless of whether they are pregnant.Top stories - CBS News - November 4 -
Ocasio-Cortez: Mace, Johnson 'endangering all women and girls' with bathroom ban
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) on Wednesday denounced efforts by House Republicans to bar transgender people from restrooms in the Capitol that match their gender identity, calling policies ...Politics - The Hill - November 21 -
Dining across the divide: ‘He wants to ban all cars. I’m uncomfortable with that’
They had different takes on transport policy – would they agree on immigration and positive discrimination?. Tony, 63, Leeds . Occupation Director of a social enterprise with a focus on health ...World - The Guardian - 23 hours ago -
Joseph banned for two matches over on-field row
West Indies fast bowler Alzarri Joseph is suspended for two matches after storming off against England following an argument with captain Shai Hope.Top stories - BBC News - November 8 -
Bentancur banned for seven games over racial slur
Tottenham's Rodrigo Bentancur is given a seven-game domestic ban and fined £100,000 for using a racial slur about team-mate Son Heung-min.Top stories - BBC News - November 18
