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World - The New York Times
Italy Passes Law Banning People From Seeking Surrogacy Abroad
The new law was pushed by the party of Giorgia Meloni, Italy’s conservative prime minister.October 17 -
World - The Guardian
Georgia election rules passed by Trump-backed board are ‘illegal’, declares judge
Fulton judge invalidates seven new rules, including one that requires ballots be hand-counted after polls close. A Georgia judge has declared that seven new election rules recently passed by the ...October 17 -
Politics - The Hill
Italian Senate passes law making it illegal to seek surrogacy abroad
Italy’s Senate approved legislation Wednesday criminalizing the seeking of surrogacy in other countries by Italian citizens. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni advocated for the policy, which is seen as ...October 16 -
World - The Guardian
Italy passes law clamping down on surrogacy tourism
Italians who go abroad to have a baby via surrogacy will face jail terms and fines of up to €1m. Italy’s parliament has made it illegal for couples to go abroad to have a baby via surrogacy – a ...October 16 -
Health - ABC News
California health care workers get a pay bump under a new minimum wage law
Some of the lowest-paid health care workers in California are getting a pay bump under a state lawOctober 16 - California -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Disneyland to roll out exclusive line-skipping pass. Here's what it costs
Disneyland will soon allow a limited number of guests to buy a $400 pass giving them access to all Lightning Lane attractions without having to book specific times to ride.October 16 -
Politics - The Hill
New York City offices of Mediaite, Law and Crime Network robbed
The New York City offices of Mediaite and Law & Crime Network were robbed over the weekend, the outlets reported Wednesday. Calling it "one of the most meta crimes ever committed" in a story on the ...October 16 - New York -
Top stories - CBS News
Disney offers pricey, skip-the-line pass to a limited few
New premium service will be sold to small number of patrons daily at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort.October 16 -
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Top stories - BBC News
What is assisted dying and could the law change?
Many countries have legalised assisted dying, assisted suicide or euthanasia, which are different.October 16 -
Tech - GameSpot
Overwatch 2 Season 13 Battle Pass: All Skins, Emotes, And Rewards
Overwatch 2 Season 13: Spellbinder has arrived, bringing a slew of Halloween cosmetics, including the new Mythic Widowmaker skin. Many of those cosmetics are available as part of the battle pass, ...October 15 - Video Game -
Science - The New York Times
How to See Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS as It Passes Near Earth
Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS is nearing Earth and getting brighter.October 15 -
Tech - GameSpot
Xbox Game Pass Ends October 2024 With Its Biggest Game Yet
Microsoft has announced the wave of games that'll be closing out October through its Game Pass service, and while Call of Duty headlines the latest arrivals, there are some fun alternatives to look ...October 15 - Video Game -
Top stories - BBC News
'Wow' - Rodgers throws stunning Hail Mary pass
Watch New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers throw a stunning Hail Mary pass in their game against Buffalo Bills.October 15 -
Tech - GameSpot
Game Pass Dumps These Five Games Very Soon
All good things must end As it typically does twice per month, Microsoft is set to remove another batch of titles from the Game Pass library across console, cloud, and PC. The next set of ...October 15 -
Business - Financial Times
Global public debt to pass $100tn this year, says IMF
Fund calls for tougher action by big economies, with debt set to approach 100% of world GDP by end of decadeOctober 15 -
World - The Guardian
Gaza at risk of becoming ‘graveyard of international law’ – Palestinian lawyer
Raji Sourani says west is ‘jeopardising something precious’ by shielding Israel from legal consequences. A prominent Palestinian human rights lawyer whose Gaza home was destroyed by an Israeli ...October 15 -
Business - Financial Times
JPMorgan rewrites laws of finance — with some help
Tech, regulation and customer inertia have changed the rulesOctober 15 -
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Top stories - The New York Times
A Reporter’s Shield Law Is Vital to Prevent Abuses of Power
The PRESS Act has unanimous support in the House, but a few senators are blocking it.October 15 -
Top stories - BBC News
Fight begins to make mobile-free schools law
A law to ban smartphones in schools will be called for under a private member’s bill on Wednesday.October 15 -
World - ABC News
Poland's leader defends his decision to suspend the right to asylum
Human and civil rights groups are expressing concern after Poland's leader said he would suspend the right to asylum because of its alleged abuse by eastern neighbors Belarus and RussiaOctober 14 -
Top stories - ABC News
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs a law aimed at preventing gas prices from spiking
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law aimed at preventing gas prices from spiking at the pumpOctober 14 - California -
Politics - The Hill
What to know about California's controversial new law aimed at preventing gas price spikes
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on Monday signed into law a controversial slate of plans to tighten fuel refinery storage rules in an effort to prevent future fuel shortages and price spikes at ...October 14 - California -
Top stories - The New York Times
Lilly Ledbetter, Whose Fight for Equal Pay Changed U.S. Law, Dies at 86
Her lawsuit against Goodyear helped pave the way for the 2009 Fair Pay Act, which was signed into law by former President Barack Obama.October 14 -
Business - Financial Times
Starmer’s attorney-general vows to restore UK’s reputation on rule of law
Richard Hermer says government being seen as a ‘good faith actor’ internationally is crucial to attracting investmentOctober 14 -
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Top stories - BBC News
Mum of Manchester Arena victim says safety bill debate is 'incredibly exciting'
Figen Murray whose son died in the Manchester Arena attack says Martyn's Law will save lives.October 14 -
Politics - The Hill
Eric Schmitt passes on NRSC chair run
Sen. Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) has passed on a bid to run the National Republican Senatorial Committee in 2026. Schmitt had emerged in recent weeks as a lead contender to take over for Sen. Steve ...October 14 -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
WATCH: Drake Maye's first NFL TD pass is a 40-yard beauty
Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye tossed a perfect 40-yard pass to Kayshon Boutte for his first career touchdown on Sunday vs. the Texans.October 13 - NFL -
Sports - ESPN
Caleb Williams throws 4 TD passes as Bears roll vs. Jaguars
Rookie QB Caleb Williams was sharp as the Bears looked for their third straight win.October 13 - NFL