Democrats Sue to Block Georgias New Ballot Hand Count Rule

Albertsons sues Kroger after federal judge blocks merger

Grocery giant Albertsons called off its nearly $25 billion merger with Kroger after a federal judge temporarily blocked the union Tuesday in an effort to protect consumers from increasing costs. ...

CBS News - Dec. 11

Supreme Court declines to block Biden coal waste rule

The Supreme Court has declined to halt a Biden administration rule that seeks to prevent legacy toxic waste from now-shuttered coal plants from leaking out and contaminating nearby groundwater. In ...

The Hill - Dec. 11

Albertsons Backs Out of Merger Deal and Sues Kroger After Court Rulings

The supermarket chain had tried to join forces with Kroger, but judges sided with federal and state regulators who charged that the merger would reduce competition.

The New York Times - Dec. 11

Manchin, Sinema block Democratic control of NLRB

The Senate on Wednesday blocked Lauren McFerran's renomination to the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), opening the door for Republican control of the board starting next year under ...

The Hill - Dec. 11

Albertsons Sues Kroger, Terminates Merger After Judge Blocks Supermarket Megadeal

Albertsons’ lawsuit said the rival grocery company failed to exercise its best efforts to win regulatory approval for the $20 billion deal.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 11

Albertsons sues Kroger after judge rules against grocery merger

Albertsons filed a lawsuit against Kroger, saying it violated its contract and did not follow through on commitments to help get the deal approved.

CNBC - Dec. 11

Albertsons sues Kroger, backs out of $25B merger after courts block the deal

Albertsons has filed a lawsuit against Kroger one day after federal judges blocked a potential $24.6 billion merger deal.

ABC News - Dec. 11

Albertsons sues Kroger after judge rules against grocery merger

Albertsons on Wednesday formally terminated its proposed $25 billion merger with Kroger and filed a lawsuit against its supermarket competitor, saying Kroger violated its contract and didn’t follow ...

NBC News - Dec. 11

‘Super user’ controversy spurs new rules on key U.S. inflation report

So-called Wall Street super users will no longer get inside information on how the government calculates its inflation estimates or other sensitive economic data.

MarketWatch - Dec. 11

Missouri Companies Sue to Block Minimum Wage Hike, Paid Sick Leave Law

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry, restaurant, and grocers associations want to stop a voter-approved boost to hourly pay and sick days.

Inc. - Dec. 10

Murdoch blocked from altering family trust to put son in charge of Fox News empire

The 93-year-old media mogul has argued family trust must be changed to allow Lachlan Murdoch to maintain Fox News' conservative bent.

CBS News - Dec. 10

EU’s new competition chief signals reform of anti-trust and state aid rules

Teresa Ribera says changes are needed to make it easier for innovative firms to merge and spur the green transition. The EU’s new competition chief has signalled a shake-up of anti-trust rules to ...

The Guardian - Dec. 10

Rupert Murdoch cannot hand control of his media empire to son Lachlan, commissioner rules

Conservative media titan Rupert Murdoch cannot change his family trust and give control to his son Lachlan after his death, according to a Nevada probate commissioner ruling.

Los Angeles Times - Dec. 9

New Jersey governor signs law blocking book bans

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy, a Democrat, signed a law Monday prohibiting public schools and libraries from banning books and protecting librarians who obey state law.

NBC News - Dec. 9

North Carolina G.O.P. Wants to Disqualify Ballots in One of State’s Tightest Races

One of the closest state elections in North Carolina history now hinges on the latest power struggle between state Republicans and Democrats — and a voter form dating back 20 years.

The New York Times - Dec. 9

New York City Council Sues Adams for Blocking Solitary Confinement Ban

The lawsuit charges that Mayor Eric Adams exceeded his authority when he declared a state of emergency to block a ban on the practice in city jails.

The New York Times - Dec. 9

New rules sharpen investment focus on modern slavery

EU human rights directive adds to US laws on forced labour — but uncertainty surrounds Trump administration’s stance

Financial Times - Dec. 9

New UK planning rules will bypass councils to fast-track housebuilding

Housing secretary Angela Rayner says ministers will be ‘grasping the nettle’ in system overhaul

Financial Times - Dec. 8

Georgia QB Carson Beck returns from hand injury for final snap in SEC championship OT win over Texas

Georgia quarterback Carson Beck, believed to be out for the remainder of the game with a hand injury, returned for the final snap in the Bulldogs’ 22-19 overtime victory over Texas in the ...

ABC News - Dec. 7

Vote counting begins in Ghana as new president awaits

The West African nation is guaranteed a new leader as Nana Akufo-Addo steps down after serving two terms.

BBC News - Dec. 7

Counting the cost of bowling alone

Malign neglect of social capital sowed the seeds of many of our largest problems

Financial Times - Dec. 7

Georgia Tech coach Brent Key receives new 5-year contract after 7-5 season

Georgia Tech is in line for its second straight bowl appearance under Key, who took over as interim coach after the fourth game in 2022.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7

New progressive caucus chair: Democrats need to prioritize winning 'above being right all the time'

Rep. Greg Casar (D-Texas), the newly elected chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, weighed in on Democrats’ future strategy, saying the party needs to prioritize victory with a stronger ...

The Hill - Dec. 6

Fantasy Football: Week 14 predictions to count on

The Yahoo team delivers their most steadfast predictions for Week 14!

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6

SEC rules that Texas mascot Bevo can't attend title game against Georgia: 'Space limitation is a reality'

Bevo and Georgia's mascot Uga had an iconic meeting back in 2019

CBS Sports - Dec. 6

Russia's LGBTQ+ community is living in fear following new laws and court rulings, activists say

The LGBTQ+ community in Russia has been under pressure for years, but the situation has worsened since the Kremlin sent troops into Ukraine

ABC News - Dec. 6

Brook & Carse give England upper hand on New Zealand

Harry Brook's scintillating century is backed up by crucial late wickets from Brydon Carse on the first day of England's second Test against New Zealand in Wellington.

BBC News - Dec. 6

Where House progressives' new leader thinks Democrats went wrong: From the Politics Desk

In an interview, Texas Rep. Greg Casar, the new chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, details where Democrats went wrong in the 2024 election.

NBC News - Dec. 5

Democrats must combat Trump's culture wars, new progressive chair says

The Democratic Party messed up in the 2024 election against Donald Trump and needs a dramatic shift, new Progressive Caucus Chair Greg Casar said.

NBC News - Dec. 5

Democrat calls on White House to finish efficiency rules, warning of climate consequences

A Democratic senator is pressing the White House to finalize a set of energy efficiency standards, warning that not doing so before President-elect Trump takes office could leave emissions and ...

The Hill - Dec. 5

Graham: 'Anonymous' allegations against Hegseth 'don’t count'

Sen. Lindsey Graham (S.C.), a senior Republican senator who is close to President-elect Trump, said the “anonymous” allegations against Trump’s nominee for secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, ...

The Hill - Dec. 5

Regulators sign off on new global rules for insurers

Rules will not require insurance companies to set aside more capital but could raise their reporting costs

Financial Times - Dec. 5

South Korea ruling party leader calls to block impeachment motion

Yahoo News - Dec. 5

South Korea police investigate President Yoon as ruling party vows to block impeachment

People Power party says it will vote against impeachment bill brought by opposition amid outrage over Yoon’s attempt to declare martial law. South Korea’s ruling party says it will block a move by ...

The Guardian - Dec. 5

LPGA and USGA announce new eligibility rules for transgender golfers

Two national golf associations announced new gender eligibility policies Wednesday that bar transgender women who have gone through male puberty from participating in elite women’s competitions.

NBC News - Dec. 4