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Hidden ‘Junk’ Fees Must Be Disclosed, F.T.C. Rule Says

Hotels, short-term rentals and event ticket-sellers must advertise the full price of their offerings under the rule, which is supposed to go into effect in the coming year. Here’s what to know.

The New York Times - 1d

More Than Twice as Many U.S. Troops Are in Syria as Previously Disclosed

A Pentagon spokesman said the increase was unrelated to the fall of President Bashar al-Assad to rebel forces in early December.

The New York Times - 20h

The number of U.S. troops in Syria has doubled, Pentagon discloses

In a surprise announcement, the Pentagon disclosed on Thursday that U.S. officials have doubled the number of American troops in Syria to support the fight against ISIS.

NBC News - 22h

1,100 more US troops in Syria than previously disclosed

Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story 1,100 more US troops in Syria than previously disclosed The U.S. ...

The Hill - 1d

Event promoters, hotels and lodging sites soon will have to disclose extra fees up front

The Federal Trade Commission says it will soon require hotels, vacation rental platforms and live event promoters to disclose any fees up front when they list prices

ABC News - 3d

Express failed to disclose $1 million in perks to ex-CEO, SEC says

Investors were kept in the dark about expenses including chief executive's personal use of chartered aircraft, regulator alleges.

CBS News - 3d

Democrats want communications between Epshteyn and Trump appointees disclosed

Allegations recently surfaced that Trump adviser Boris Epshteyn was soliciting financial payments in connection to efforts by potential appointees to secure government positions.

CBS News - Dec. 12

F.T.C. Sues Southern Glazer’s for Illegal Pricing

The suit, under a long-dormant antitrust law, accuses Southern Glazer’s of charging small businesses “drastically” more than big chains.

The New York Times - Dec. 12

Andrew Ferguson, the F.T.C.’s Next, More Deal-Friendly Chair

Andrew Ferguson is expected to go easier on mergers than the agency’s current chief, Lina Khan. But he could take a similarly tough approach to policing Big Tech.

The New York Times - Dec. 11

Generative AI Is My Research and Writing Partner. Should I Disclose It?

In this installment of WIRED’s AI advice column, “The Prompt,” we answer questions about giving AI tools proper attribution and teaching future generations how to interact with chatbots.

Wired - Dec. 11

Social Science Says Disclosing ‘Unsavory Personal Information’ Is Better Than Not Telling the Truth

Authenticity is in vogue. Even so, leaders should be measured in what they disclose.

Inc. - Dec. 3

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