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Kate Bush reveals plans to make new music
The singer shied away from the spotlight in recent years and has not released a new album since 2011.46 minutes ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Stock of Michael Kors owner Capri dives 45% after judge blocks merger with Tapestry
A federal judge on Thursday blocked Tapestry Inc.’s planned $8.5 billion acquisition of Capri Holdings, agreeing with regulators that the deal would hurt competition in the handbag industry.2 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
Judge blocks Coach owner Tapestry's proposed acquisition of Michael Kors parent Capri
The FTC sued to block the merger between Tapestry and Capri, arguing it would harm consumers and employees.2 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
Tapestry-Capri Fashion Merger Is Blocked by Judge
The F.T.C. had sued to halt the merger of Tapestry, the parent of Coach and Kate Spade, and Capri, the owner of Versace and Michael Kors.2 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Michael Kors and Kate Spade owners’ $8.5bn merger blocked by US judge
Decision is a win for antitrust regulators who had argued a deal would strangle competition in ‘accessible luxury’ market4 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Starmer claims people with shares do not count as ‘working people’
Labour’s manifesto pledges on tax are coming under increasing scrutiny ahead of the Budget5 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
Do I have enough money to retire? Ask yourself these 3 questions to assess whether you're ready
Do you have enough money to retire? Asking yourself several questions can help assess your financial readiness, expert said.5 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
L.A. Times Editorial Chief Quits After Owner Blocks Harris Endorsement
Mariel Garza said the editorial board was prepared to endorse Kamala Harris, but the paper’s owner, Patrick Soon-Shiong, decided not to make an endorsement in the presidential race.12 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Ohio judge permanently blocks state's 6-week abortion ban
An Ohio county judge issued a permanent injunction Thursday blocking the state from enforcing its “heartbeat” abortion ban, the first time the entire law has been permanently blocked following the ...4 hours ago - Abortion -
Politics - The Hill
L.A. Times editorial editor quits after owner blocks plans to endorse Harris
The Los Angeles Times editorials editor resigned Wednesday after the publication's owner reportedly decided against making an official presidential endorsement -- specifically for Vice President ...22 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
What Biden and Trump’s Nominees for Federal Judges Could Tell Us About the Election
Judges have vast influence over the biggest political questions. An analysis of President Biden and Donald J. Trump’s nominees found stark differences that could emerge again after November.Yesterday - Joe Biden -
World - The Guardian
LA Times editor resigns after owner blocks presidential endorsement
Mariel Garza says she is ‘standing up’ after billionaire Patrick Soon-Shiong quashes support for Kamala Harris. Patrick Soon-Shiong, the billionaire owner of the Los Angeles Times, refused to allow ...Yesterday -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Frontier, Spirit Airlines Revive Merger Talks
The carriers have held early-stage deal discussions, as Spirit continues negotiations with bondholders over possible bankruptcy terms.Yesterday - Travel -
Politics - NBC News
Judge hears arguments to block Louisiana's Ten Commandments displays in schools
BATON ROUGE, La. — A federal judge heard arguments at a hearing Monday on whether he should temporarily block a new Louisiana law that requires the Ten Commandments to be displayed in every public ...2 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Turkey blocks exports of military-linked goods to Russia after US warning
Customs system no longer allows exporters to proceed with sensitive shipments2 days ago - Russia -
Top stories - CBS News
Michigan judge rebuffs GOP bid to block some overseas, military family ballots
Judge Sima Patel ruled the effort was mounted too close to Election Day, calling it an "11th hour attempt to disenfranchise" voters.3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump hold dueling rallies in swing-state Michigan – as it happened
This live blog has now closed. Read our latest story here . Don’t miss important US election news. Get our free app and sign up for election alerts While Donald Trump is believed to have ...6 days ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - NBC News
Judge blocks Florida surgeon general from threatening TV stations over abortion rights ad
A judge issued a restraining order against Florida’s surgeon general, after tv stations that ran an abortion-rights ad received cease-and-desist letters.6 days ago - Abortion -
Top stories - BBC News
Texas judge blocks execution of man in shaken baby case
Robert Roberson has thanked supporters for winning a temporary reprieve in the controversial case.6 days ago - Texas -
Business - Financial Times
Why European bank mergers are back on the table
Rising rates have boosted profits and policymakers want banks that can compete with US rivals. But many obstacles remain6 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
N.C. judge argues for release of man convicted in murder of Michael Jordan's father
The North Carolina judge who presided over the 1996 murder trial over the killing Michael Jordan’s father petitioned the state’s parole commission to release one of the men convicted in the case.October 17 -
Top stories - The New York Times
Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Program Has Canceled Debt for Over One Million People
An effort to revive and maximize use of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program has resulted in student loan forgiveness for over one million people.October 17 - Joe Biden -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Georgia judge blocks elections rules backed by Pro-Trump Republicans
(Reuters) -A judge overturned changes to Georgia election rules made by a Republican-controlled state board in August, in a case brought by a conservative group which argued the changes would ...October 16 - Donald Trump -
Top stories - NBC News
Federal judge blocks Alabama's voter purge program ahead of election
A federal judge temporarily blocked Alabama’s voter removal program that flagged thousands of registered voters and accused them of illegally registering in the state.October 16 -
Top stories - CBS News
Why a judge blocked Georgia's election ballot-counting rule
A Georgia judge has blocked a new policy that would have required the state's election ballots to be counted by hand. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.October 16 -
Top stories - CBS News
Georgia judge blocks election rule requiring hand-counting ballots as early voting begins
A record number of people are showing up for early voting in the crucial state of Georgia. Early voting is beginning as a Georgia judge blocked a new hand-count election rule passed by a ...October 16 -
Politics - CBS News
Georgia judge blocks election rule requiring hand counting of ballots
The judge wrote that there was "a substantial threat of irreparable harm," if the hand count rule were to be implemented for the upcoming election.October 16 -
Top stories - CBS News
Georgia judge blocks election rule requiring hand counting of ballots
A Georgia judge has blocked a new rule that would have required ballots in the state to be hand-counted after election night, saying the timing of the rule's passage makes its implementation wrong. ...October 16 -
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Georgia's controversial hand count rule blocked by judge: 'Too much, too late'
Georgia’s controversial hand count rule blocked by a judge, "too much, too late."October 16 -
Top stories - ABC News
Judge in Michael Jordan's father's murder trial pleas for convicted killer's release
The North Carolina judge who presided over the 1996 murder trial of Michael Jordan’s father petitioned Tuesday to release his convicted killer.October 16 -
Top stories - NBC News
Georgia judge blocks rule requiring counties to hand-count Election Day ballots
A Georgia judge on Tuesday blocked a new rule from the state's election board that would have required counties to count ballots cast on Election Day by hand.October 16 -
Politics - The Hill
Georgia judge blocks ballot hand count rule from taking effect before election
A new Georgia election rule that would require a hand count of ballots on election night will not take effect before November’s contest, a state judge ruled. In a decision late Tuesday, Fulton ...October 16 -
Top stories - The New York Times
Judge Blocks Hand-Counting of Election Ballots in Georgia
The ruling was confined to the current election, halting the measure from going into effect for 2024 while the judge further weighs its merits in the future.October 16 -
Tech - GameSpot
Microsoft Settles Lawsuit With Gamers Over Activision Blizzard Merger
When Microsoft announced its plans to buy Activision Blizzard in 2022 , it set off multiple lawsuits including a battle with the FTC that attempted to block the deal. Microsoft triumphed in that ...October 15 - Microsoft -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Used EVs Sell for Bargain Prices Now, Putting Owners and Dealers in a Bind
The sharp drop in the value of preowned electric vehicles stands in contrast to the broader used-car market.October 14