New Jersey judge resigns after controversial ruling in sexual assault case, saying the teen accused of rape came from a 'good family'  

Shutterstock James Troiano, who served as a family court judge in New Jersey, resigned from the bench after showing leniency to a 16-year-old boy accused of rape in a 2018 ruling, because he comes from a "good family." The case involved the teen, who was referred to as G.M.C. in court documents. Prosecutors alleged that the teen filmed himself while he sexually assaulted a 16-year-old girl, referred to under the pseudonym Mary, and sent out the video to his friends in a text reading, "When

what do you think? 2019-07-19 05:48:29

These maps show record high temperatures in June, as scientists predict July could be the hottest month ever recorded on Earth  

The average temperature in June soared to its highest level on record, and experts predict that July could follow the same pattern.  Several reports released this week confirmed that June was the hottest month on record.  Climate experts have predicted that based on the data, July could also break global heat records.  On Thursday, the US National Weather Service issued a national advisory warning that dangerous heat and humidity was to be expected across the country. 

what do you think? 2019-07-19 05:40:53

Here's the star-studded cast of the 'Cats' movie and who they're playing  

Universal Pictures released the first trailer for its "Cats" movie Thursday night and it's a star-studded event. From Taylor Swift to Sir Ian McAllen, INSIDER rounded up the larger-than-life cast that will bring the Broadway musical to life. Universal Pictures is bringing "Cats," one of the longest-running Broadway shows, to theaters this December.  The first trailer for the movie was released Thursday afternoon and people are having strong reactions to the trailer, which features

what do you think? 2019-07-19 05:35:30

Here's the new Marine Corps weapon that just destroyed an Iranian drone  

11th Marine Expeditionary Unit/US Marine Corps The Marine Corps' Light Marine Air Defense Integrated System, known as LMADIS, jammed an Iranian drone that President Donald Trump said flew within 1,000 yards of a Navy warship in the Strait of Hormuz. The anti-drone system attaches to all-terrain vehicles and can scan the skies for enemy aircraft. The system uses a radar and cameras to scan the sky to detect drones and distinguish between friendly and hostile systems. Once it locates a threat

what do you think? 2019-07-19 05:32:09

Dr. Pimple Popper drained an orange-sized lump that was growing on the back of a woman's thigh for 10 years  

drpimplepopper/Instagram Editor's note: This story contains spoilers and graphic images of skin conditions. In episode 2 of season 3 of "Dr. Pimple Popper," Dr. Sandra Lee treats a women named Leta who has had a lump the size of an orange on her left thigh for 10 years. Dr. Lee identified the lump as a lipoma, a fat-filled growth that sits above a person's muscle and below their skin. Visit INSIDER's homepage for more. On episode 2 of season 3 of "Dr. Pimple Popper," Dr. Sandra Lee

what do you think? 2019-07-19 05:25:10

45 of the biggest differences between the 'Lion King' remake and the animated movie  

Walt Disney Studios/Disney Warning: There are spoilers ahead for Disney's "The Lion King" remake. The remake is kinder to Zazu and gives Scar another reason to be jealous of his brother, Mufasa. Visit INSIDER's homepage for more stories. Disney's "The Lion King" remake is finally in theaters and the new film is very faithful to the classic with a few welcome additions. But if you're a big Disney fan, you'll notice some changes in dialogue and omissions from the 1994 movie. The remake is

what do you think? 2019-07-19 05:11:12

Trump's campaign takes a swipe at 'liberal paper straws' and sells Trump straws for $15  

Trump Make America Great Again Committee President Donald Trump's 2020 re-election campaign is thirsty for some donations: Trump-branded straws are being sold on the campaign website. "Liberal paper straws don't work," the item description said. "STAND WITH PRESIDENT TRUMP and buy your pack of recyclable straws today." The 9-inch straws are sold in a pack of 10 for $15. The campaign claims they are BPA free, "reusable & recyclable," and are made in the US. Visit Business Insider's home

what do you think? 2019-07-19 04:28:23

From Netflix's big flub to Microsoft's cloud attack: Here's the roundup of takeaways and insights from tech's Q2 earnings reports (MSFT, NFLX)  

The tech industry's second quarter earning season kicked off in mid-July, with Netflix first out of the gate with its results. Over a period of several weeks all the leading tech companies, from Facebook to Google, will provide closely-watched updates on their businesses. In addition to covering the headline numbers and results, Business Insider Prime will go deeper with smart analysis to give you the most important takeaways from the balance sheets to the earnings conference calls. 

what do you think? 2019-07-19 04:15:24

Trump nominates Eugene Scalia, son of Supreme Court Judge Antonin Scalia, as labor secretary  

Reuters President Donald Trump says he will nominate lawyer Eugene Scalia, son of the late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, to be his new labor secretary. Trump tweets that Scalia "is highly respected not only as a lawyer, but as a lawyer with great experience working with labor and everyone else." Trump's previous labor secretary, Alexander Acosta, resigned last week following criticism of a 2008 secret plea deal Acosta cut with financier Jeffrey Epstein, who was recently charged with

what do you think? 2019-07-19 03:32:29

Protests in Puerto Rico show no sign of stopping as thousands take to the streets demanding governor resign over leaked text messages  

AP Photo/Dennis M. Rivera Pichardo Thousands of protesters have jammed streets in San Juan since Saturday, calling on Governor Ricardo Rossello to step down after the leak of a raft of controversial and vulgar text messages between him and his closest allies.  The massive and at times violent protests showed no sign of stopping as labor unions on Thursday organized a Friday march to keep up pressure. Dozens of guns were stolen from a police station in the coastal city of Guayama, which

what do you think? 2019-07-19 03:32:21

From 'manholes' to 'maintenance holes': Berkeley votes to replace gender-specific words  

Associated Press Berkeley City Council members unanimously voted this week to replace gender-specific words in the city code with gender-neutral terms. The San Francisco Bay Area city is known for its long history of progressive politics and "first of" ordinances. City Council member Rigel Robinson said it was time to change a municipal code that makes it sound like "men are the only ones that exist in entire industries or that men are the only ones on city government." Visit INSIDER's hom

what do you think? 2019-07-19 03:16:51

Trump says a US warship destroyed an Iranian drone that flew dangerously close  

Reuters/Louis Nastro President Donald Trump announced that the US shot down and "destroyed" an Iranian drone near the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday. The Pentagon confirmed the news to INSIDER. The Pentagon did not immediately say how the drone was destroyed, but CNN reported that the ship had used electronic jamming to down it. The news comes amid high tensions between the US and Iran over US sanctions and Iran's nuclear program after the US pulled out of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Acti

what do you think? 2019-07-19 03:14:49

'When they do provocative things, they're going to be met with provocation': Lindsey Graham blames progressive Democrats in his stalwart defense of Trump and his rhetoric  

J. Scott Applewhite/AP Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina launched a staunch defense of President Donald Trump's rhetoric and suggested a group of newly-elected progressive lawmakers who oppose Trump's policies acted in a way that was bound "to be met with provocation." "He's fighting back," Graham said of Trump on Capitol Hill on Thursday. "But I don't remember anybody treating [the late Republican Sen. John McCain] the way they're treating Trump. I don't remember John McCain

what do you think? 2019-07-19 01:57:45

This shop sells over 20 flavors of rice pudding  

Rice to Riches in NYC sells 21 flavors of rice pudding. We tried the three most popular flavors: chocolate chip, chocolate hazelnut, and raspberry. Visit INSIDER's homepage for more stories. See Also:Dalgona is a popular Korean street snackThis ice cream shop makes Fruity Pebbles popsiclesA restaurant in New Jersey makes sandwiches with pickles instead of bread

what do you think? 2019-07-19 01:25:49

Well, Alaska Appears To Be On Fire, Legally Speaking  

The governor is getting blinded by so many lawsuits he probably can't even see Russia anymore.

what do you think? 2019-07-18 16:32:35

In Legal Terms, Martin Shkreli Is Still Guilty AF  

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals would like The Shkrelster to just finish up that prison sentence in silence.

what do you think? 2019-07-18 16:13:58

AARP Foundation Files Class-Action Suit Against Yale University Over Employee Wellness Program  

The complaint alleges that the program, which involves workers undergoing certain medical examinations and divulging health info in lieu of a weekly fine, is a violation of the American with Disabilities Act and the Genetic Nondiscrimination Act.

what do you think? 2019-07-18 16:04:09

Biglaw Firm Getting Busy Opening New Offices  

Biglaw expansion is the name of the game.

what do you think? 2019-07-18 13:50:33

10 Tips For Responding To A D&O Insurance Denial Letter [Sponsored]  

A director or officer being sued or investigated for allegations of mismanagement is facing a nightmare.

what do you think? 2019-07-18 12:06:57

Morning Docket: 07.18.19  

* The Stormy Daniels documents are about to be released and that should be a big political story for about 5 minutes before Trump sends ICE to deport Nancy Pelosi or something. [Reuters] * Because Europe isn't America and still understands antitrust law, the EU has opened an investigation into Amazon for allegedly using market data it collects from sellers to then go out and undercut them. It's a practice Elizabeth Warren recently broke down in baseball terms as, "you can be the umpire or you

what do you think? 2019-07-18 12:02:34

T14 Law Professor Goes To White Nationalism Conference And Says White Nationalist Things And Somehow Still Has A Job  

Amy Wax spoke to 'national conservatives' about immigration and you can imagine what she said.

what do you think? 2019-07-18 11:23:34

Remembering Justice John Paul Stevens: Copyright Edition  

Thank you for Sony Corp's majority opinion, which paved the way for more fair use decisions.

what do you think? 2019-07-18 10:56:43

The Cannabis Market's Last Hurdle  

Cannabis firms are on the verge of a golden era unlike any other in modern history, and it will all begin the moment the federal government chooses to act, which could be as early as next week's congressional hearing.

what do you think? 2019-07-18 10:42:52

Blue States Get Salty Over Trump Plan To Screw Them On SALT  

The ACELA corridor bites back!

what do you think? 2019-07-18 10:37:06

Is Tecogen (NASDAQ: TGEN) Undervalued or Overvalued?  

To get a sense of the true value of Tecogen (NASDAQ: TGEN), let's compare it to its industry peers — and to itself one year ago. We'll look at four small cap valuation metrics…

what do you think? 2019-07-18 09:10:30

California Bar Likely To Get Higher Lawyer Fee Approved, But Also Face Greater Oversight  

Lawmakers want to make the agency go through the state budget process.

what do you think? 2019-07-18 08:02:03

Deutsche Bank Thisclose To Launching A Co-Working Startup In The Vast Emptiness Of Its London Office  

Please, call it 'VeVork.'

what do you think? 2019-07-18 06:48:50

Thomson Reuters Acquires Legal Collaboration Platform HighQ  

HighQ has more than 400 customers, including more than half of the Global 100 largest law firms, TR said in announcing the acquisition.

what do you think? 2019-07-18 06:37:19

The Supreme Court Justice Dominating Constitutional Law  

That's a pretty influential jurist.

what do you think? 2019-07-18 06:24:11

Could NetEase (NASDAQ: NTES) Cut its Dividend?  

Today is Thursday, July 18, 2019, and this is your daily dividend safety update. Today we're looking at NetEase (NASDAQ: NTES) stock to see whether its 0.89% dividend is safe.

what do you think? 2019-07-18 04:26:13

Law School Professor Doesn't Understand Twitter, Basic Legal Concepts  

That's not how this works.

what do you think? 2019-07-18 03:21:15

Vault 'Quality Of Life' Rankings: The Best Midsize Law Firms To Work For (2020)  

Did your law firm make the cut this time around?

what do you think? 2019-07-18 03:12:24

How Does This Law School Professor Still Have A Job? — See Also  

Seriously, Amy Wax Is The Worst: The Penn Law professor is at it again. Quality Of Life Firm Rankings: For midsized firms. Things Don't Seem Great In Alaska: They have all the lawsuits. That's.... Not How This Works: Law school professor gets schooled on Twitter. Biglaw Is Getting Bigger: One firm's expansion strategy.

what do you think? 2019-07-18 02:09:25

Welcome To The Associate Center – Presented By Bloomberg Law [Sponsored]  

From compensation to benefits to quality of life, this is the place where you'll be able to find all that you need to know about associate life.

what do you think? 2019-07-18 01:59:50

Justice John Paul Stevens Stood Up For Female Clerks At The Supreme Court  

The late justice always treated people with respect.

what do you think? 2019-07-18 01:34:45

Senior Labor & Employment Associate Attorney [Sponsored]  

Is needed by a Law Firm in Detroit, Michigan.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 22:36:02

Elon Musk's sister, Tosca Musk, runs a Netflix-like streaming service for romance novels turned into movies  

Film Courage/YouTube Elon Musk, the founder of Tesla and SpaceX, has two entrepreneurial siblings named Kimbal and Tosca who have also founded their own companies. Tosca Musk is the cofounder and CEO of a streaming service called Passionflix that hosts and produces movies that have been adapted from romance novels. Passionflix has been around since 2016, and has raised $4.75 million from investors including Musk's brother, Kimbal. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. Elon

what do you think? 2019-07-17 21:11:58

Neither the first-born nor the favorite: The life of middle child Eric Trump  

Brian Snyder / Reuters Eric Trump, President Donald Trump's middle child, may not be as glamorous as his sister Ivanka, nor as outspoken as his brother Don Jr., but he is an integral part of the Trump family. The 35-year-old is an executive vice president of the Trump Organization, focusing on its golf properties and vineyard. At 23, he founded a charity for children's cancer research. He's a family man, and one of his father's fiercest defenders. He's not immune to controversy, though. He

what do you think? 2019-07-17 21:03:14

Blue Apron Shares Popping On Fake Meat Deal Announcement And This Just Wrote Itself  

Nothing says sustainable value trade on long-term audience retention like 'New partnership with Beyond Meat.'

what do you think? 2019-07-17 20:15:38

The Top Of The Biglaw Heap In Energy, Oil And Gas Law  

Another year at the top of the energy rankings!

what do you think? 2019-07-17 19:15:39

The best competing Prime Day sales from major retailers like Walmart, Nordstrom, and eBay that are still going on this week  

Alyssa Powell/Business Insider The pressure of four years of Prime Day has created what is essentially a new Black Friday in July, with major retailers racing to announce their own competing sales. Below, you'll find the top competing Amazon Prime Day sales — both those still available, and those now over. Retailers hosting competing sales include Walmart, Target, Macy's, eBay, Everlane, and Dell. Read more: The 30 most popular deals from this year's Amazon Prime Day among our reader

what do you think? 2019-07-17 18:37:34

A city in Florida is blasting 'Baby Shark' overnight to keep homeless people from sleeping in parks  

Shutterstock West Palm Beach, Florida, is playing children's songs, including "Baby Shark" and "Raining Tacos," at Waterfront Lake Pavilion overnight to keep homeless people from sleeping outside of it.  City spokeswoman Kathleen Walter told CNN that the music is used to discourage "congregating at the building" and "encourage people to seek safer, more appropriate shelter." This isn't the first time West Palm Beach has used music as a policing tactic — in 2001, police blasted cl

what do you think? 2019-07-17 18:08:08

How to Check References on Job Applicants  

Performing a reference check can ensure that job applicants are being honest and are a good fit for your business. Here are the questions you should ask.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 16:56:04

Cannabis has gone from a criminalized drug to a multibillion-dollar global boom in just a few years. Here's everything you need to know about the emerging legal cannabis industry.  

Barbara Corbellini Duarte Legal cannabis is one of the world's newest and most dynamic industries. Since Colorado legalized the drug in 2012, the previously illegal plant has birthed multibillion-dollar public companies, minted billionaires, and brewed social change not seen since the end of Prohibition. As cannabis companies scale up, they're seeing interest from institutional investors, major consumer corporations, and Group of Seven governments.  Business Insider reports regularly o

what do you think? 2019-07-17 16:34:38

Why You Forget People's Names and How to Remember Them  

Do you have a hard time remembering people's names? Does it embarrass you and make you avoid people? It's a common problem, but also costly if it prevents you from approaching a business contact. Here are tips to help you remember people's names.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 16:26:34

Sources of Small Business Financing  

Looking for funding for your business? There are a wide variety of sources available, depending on your needs. Here's an overview of the most common types of business financing.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 16:25:29

Impostor Syndrome: When Successful People Feel Like Frauds  

Do you feel like a fake even though you're a successful business person? Afraid others will learn your secret? If you answered yes, you are suffering from impostor syndrome. Here are ten tips for overcoming it.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 15:39:51

4 Reasons Why Small Businesses Succeed  

What do successful businesses have that troubled businesses don't? The answer is in these four key management techniques.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 15:26:38

The North Face is currently running a big sale with up to 40% off last-season items and warm-weather styles  

The North Face Summer might be in full swing, but now is the perfect time to stock up on fall wardrobe essentials.  Right now, The North Face is featuring some of its most popular past-season and warm-weather styles for up to 40% off during its massive summer sale – including apparel and shoes for the entire family. Take advantage of warm-weather clothes along with fall essentials before some of the heftiest discounts sell out.  The first day of summer is nearly a month b

what do you think? 2019-07-17 14:37:12

Biglaw Is Cleaning Up This Democratic Primary Season  

That's a lot of money in billables.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 14:30:37

How to Survive “No, Thanks” in Business   

Sometimes people just aren't interested in your product or service, no matter how much time or money you've spent trying to convince them otherwise. Here are 10 tips to minimize the impact that 'no thanks' has on you and your business.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 14:03:54

The Taxman Is Contacting People About Their Cryptocurrency Transactions  

If you receive a letter from the IRS about your crypto trades, contact a tax professional for guidance and submit amended or delinquent returns as soon as possible.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 13:17:45

A Student Loan Bailout Would Substantially Impact The Legal Public Sector  

If people had their student debt forgiven by the government, they might not have much incentive to work in public interest fields.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 12:58:28

RIP, Justice Stevens — See Also  

WHAT DO YOU THINK JOHN PAUL STEVENS MOST MEMORABLE CASE WILL BE? Even despite Neil Gorsuch's best efforts, we'll still be talking about Chevron deference in 50 years I think. JUSTICE STEVENS WILL BE REMEMBERED AS KIND: Here's a nice quote from a law dean about the late justice. STEVENS COULD NOT BE NOMINATED TODAY: His non-ideological legacy no longer has a place on the Supreme Court. YOU KNOW WHO'S DOING WELL THIS PRIMARY SEASON? Biglaw. Biglaw always wins. IN OTHER NEWS, THIS GUY:

what do you think? 2019-07-17 12:54:58

Jeffrey Epstein reportedly used $128,000 from his nonprofit science foundation to pay the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office for off-duty deputies who guarded him during his work release  

New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services / Handout via REUTERS Jeffrey Epstein reportedly used $128,000 from his nonprofit, the Florida Science Foundation, to pay the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office for off-duty deputies to guard him during his 2008 work-release program. Epstein was given work-release during a 13-month jail term as part of a once-secret plea deal when facing allegations of sexually abusing more than 30 underage girls. The six-day-a-week, 12-hour work-rel

what do you think? 2019-07-17 12:44:01

Tough Questions to Ask Before Starting Your Own Business  

Want to start your own business? Before you take the plunge, consider these questions to see if you're cut out to be a business owner.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 12:39:17

Starting A Law Firm = Life On The Wire  

With or without a plan, starting your own law firm is risky and scary.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 12:35:23

7 shows nominated for Emmys this year that critics don't actually like  

HBO The 2019 Emmy nominations were announced earlier this week and not everyone is pleased with them.  Shows like "Who Is America?" are nominated for Emmys even though they received many negative reviews from critics. "Game of Thrones" may have received a record-breaking number of nominations, but most critics hated its final season.  Visit INSIDER's homepage for more stories. The 2019 Emmy-Award nominations were announced earlier this week and a handful of programs that have

what do you think? 2019-07-17 11:31:07

10 Business Startup Myths  

Starting a new business? Don't believe everything you hear! Watch out for these 10 business start-up myths.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 11:12:16

Effective Steps to Reduce Shrinkage in Your Business  

Inventory shrinkage costs retailers billions of dollars each year. Learn about the four main causes of inventory shrinkage and find out what you can do to prevent them.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 10:03:33

What Do YOU Think Was Justice Stevens's Most Memorable Opinion?  

Vote for your favorite of Justice Stevens's jurisprudence.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 09:38:21

Biglaw Firm Decides To Favorably Cite The 3/5ths Clause In What We Only Hope Was A Research Fail  

This is why you read the whole case, not just the highlighted text from the search.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 09:17:29

How to Keep Online Shoppers from Abandoning Their Carts  

Are your online customers abandoning their online shopping cart before they complete their purchase? If so, you're not alone. Here are several things you can do to reduce lost sales.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 09:11:31

How to wire money to send or receive cash immediately  

MangoStar_Studio / Getty Images You can wire money through a bank or a wire service. A wire transfers money instantly, meaning you won't be able to cancel and likely won't be able to get your money back. For that reason, you want to be completely sure of the recipient. You'll also want to make sure you're clear on any fees before you initiate your wire transfer. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. For quick money in a pinch, using a wire service can be a good solution. T

what do you think? 2019-07-17 09:07:20

A flight attendant went above and beyond for a 4-year-old on her flight, and his mom's post about her kindness is going viral  

Courtesy of Robyn Smith Robyn Smith wrote a post on LinkedIn and Facebook about a Delta Airlines flight attendant named Kesha Carter, who went above and beyond for her family. Smith told INSIDER that Carter checked on Smith's 4-year-old son each time she passed their seat.  The Smiths also ran into Carter at the airport for their return flight, and the flight attendant sat at the gate and read to Smith's son.  "He showed me one book, and that turned into me reading him all 10 boo

what do you think? 2019-07-17 08:54:25

KFC in Hong Kong is selling a spicy chicken-flavored mooncake that comes in a bucket that doubles as a lantern  

KFC A KFC has opened in Hong Kong and is debuting a few new dishes, including a spicy chicken and nuts mooncake, just in time for Mid-Autumn Festival. The mooncake is a mixture of chicken, crushed almonds, walnuts, and sunflower seeds. The mooncake comes in a 'Moonlight Bucket' which is a bucket featuring Colonel Sanders as an astronaut with an LED light that doubles as a lantern.  For Mid-Autumn Festival, KFC is releasing a Moonlight Bucket along with two unexpected&nbs

what do you think? 2019-07-17 08:51:09

Here's exactly what it takes to have an excellent credit score  

Hanna Lassen/Getty Images An excellent credit score is anything above 800, according Fair Isaac Corp.'s FICO model. According to a LendingTree analysis of people with credit scores of at least 801, those with excellent credit have an average of nine open accounts. These borrowers also have a credit limit around $71,000, a credit utilization rate under 6%, and no record of late or missed payments in the past four years. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. Credit scor

what do you think? 2019-07-17 08:37:59

Jeffrey Epstein's Legal Aftermath  

A whole lot of lawyers are going to end up as collateral damage in the Epstein case.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 08:32:41

John Paul Stevens Could Not Be Nominated By Either Party Today, And Republicans Get Why  

The late justice wasn't an ideologue, and we're never going back to that.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 08:25:02

The Secret Formula for Attracting Customers  

Businesses that are thriving and growing have a steady flow of repeat and referred customers. Learn their secret for attracting clients here.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 08:23:40

Business Partnership Pros and Cons  

Starting a business with a partner offers many benefits, but it can also cause problems. Consider these pros and cons to be sure your partnership lasts.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 08:23:32

Background Check Service - Pre Employment Screening  

Background screening is now fast, affordable and easy for small businesses to do. Run a background check and get results in minutes, not days.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 06:57:50

If you are flying from the US to Paris with Air France, you can now enjoy meals cooked by a Michelin-starred chef  

Nicolas Economou/Getty Images Air France has asked Daniel Rose, a Michelin-starred chef, to create special dishes for their business class passengers who fly between the US and Paris. The partnership is a part of Air France's decade-long program that features Michelin-starred chefs who the airline views as ambassadors of French cuisine. Rose's dishes will debut in September and be served through next August. Visit INSIDER's homepage for more stories.  America currently has an

what do you think? 2019-07-17 06:53:41

Morning Docket: 07.17.19  

* A divided House of Representatives voted to "strongly condemn[] President Donald Trump's racist comments" that were recently lodged against four Democratic congresswomen of color "that have legitimized and increased fear and hatred of new Americans and people of color." [NBC News] * Plaintiffs in the census citizenship case are seeking sanctions against the Department of Justice for committing "fraud on the court" after allegedly hiding the truth about the case's origins durin...

what do you think? 2019-07-17 06:37:53

Could Tecnoglass (NASDAQ: TGLS) Cut its Dividend?  

Today is Wednesday, July 17, 2019, and this is your daily dividend safety update. Today we're looking at Tecnoglass (NASDAQ: TGLS) stock to see whether its 7.37% dividend is safe.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 05:53:44

THE SOCIAL VIDEO REPORT: How social platforms are transforming their video distribution strategies and creating new opportunities for brands (FB, SNAP, GOOGL, AAPL)  

This is a preview of a research report from Business Insider Intelligence. To learn more about Business Insider Intelligence, click here. Current subscribers can log in and read the report here. Business Insider Intelligence Social platforms are ramping up on emergent video formats to drive new and deeper forms of engagement across their sites and apps, yielding new opportunities for brands.  See the rest of the story at Business InsiderSee Also:Facebook is boosting its commitment to

what do you think? 2019-07-17 05:42:03

FDA Often Goes Against Advisory Committee Recommendations When Votes Are Divided, Study Finds  

Although the agency goes against about one-fifth of AdCom recommendations, a study only found one reliable variable predicting when that would happen.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 05:29:33

'When I close my eyes, those images haunt me': Step mom of murdered teen social media influencer speaks out after photos of the crime spread online   

The Williams/Devins Family Kaleigh Nicole Rimmer, the step mom of slain teen influencer Bianca Devins, said it is "absolutely disgusting" that people continue to share photos of her stepdaughter's death even after original posts were taken down on social media. "I have seen the pictures. I will FORVER have those images in my mind when I think of her," Devins' step mom wrote on Facebook. "When I close my eyes, those images haunt me." Utica Police said in a statement on Monday that they

what do you think? 2019-07-17 05:12:29

Networking Ethnic Style  

To grow a successful career or business, you need a good network. These tips can help minorities build that network

what do you think? 2019-07-17 04:56:09

Many Thanks To Our Advertisers  

Thanks so much for your support!

what do you think? 2019-07-17 04:53:57

Interim Wells Fargo CEO, Formerly Of Cravath, Uses Earnings Call To Remind Everyone He's Doing A Great Job That He Hates  

C. Allen Parker has increased profits despite flat revenue, and he wants out very very badly.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 04:50:46

Trump's Record Second Quarter Fundraising Total Not-So Grand Compared To Democratic Field's  

Trump's fundraising total is impressive, but when you add up what all the Democratic candidates are generating, they are outraising him.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 04:46:03

Forced To Wait: District Courts Grapple With Supreme Court's Copyright Registration Ruling  

Accused infringers are still attempting to exploit the Fourth Estate case in an attempt to delay, or increase the expense of, copyright litigation.

what do you think? 2019-07-17 04:39:47

It'll Be Easier To Go To The Moon Again Than To Close The Gender Parity Gap In Law  

Where is our will, our perseverance, our determination for gender parity in the profession?

what do you think? 2019-07-17 04:33:59

Out of over 1 million Prime Day deals, here are the 38 best deals that are actually worth buying before sales end tonight  

Alyssa Powell/Business Insider Amazon Prime Day is Amazon's big sitewide sales event, which is still going on tonight. The event officially ends at 11:59 p.m. PT on Tuesday, July 16, 2019. Make sure you're an Amazon Prime member so you can shop the best deals during the 48-hour event. You can get a free 30-day trial here. Though there are more than 1 million deals available on Prime Day, we've narrowed them down to the top 38 best deals below.  Tuesday night of Prime Day 201

what do you think? 2019-07-17 04:22:32

The best Prime Day deals under $50 still up for grabs tonight — from Philips Hue lights to the Instant Pot  

Alyssa Powell/Business Insider Amazon Prime Day is filled with hundreds of thousands of great deals — which means it's an opportune time to stock up on home essentials, birthday gifts, and finally pick up those expensive tech gadgets you've been waiting for.  If you're not really sure what you're shopping for, but want to get in on the savings action, we've got you covered. Below you'll find the best deals under $50 — from Amazon devices to a rapid egg cooker loved by Amazon

what do you think? 2019-07-17 04:20:26

Beyond Meat, Warrior Ticks, and Nihilism  

Beyond Meat is a pioneer in the field of fake beef. But it doesn't usually end well for pioneers, so if you missed Beyond Meat, never fear. Briton Ryle discusses the opportunities to come from this and more...

what do you think? 2019-07-17 03:57:21

Retired Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens has died at age 99  

AP Photo/Susan Walsh Retired Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens has died at 99 years old. He retired in June 2010 at age 90. On the Supreme Court, he became known as an independent thinker and a voice for ordinary people against powerful interests. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. WASHINGTON (AP) — John Paul Stevens, the bow-tied, independent-thinking, Republican-nominated justice who unexpectedly emerged as the Supreme Court's leading liberal, died Tuesday

what do you think? 2019-07-17 03:53:51

Turns out Rose's life raft wasn't a door in 'Titanic'— and sorry, but Jack would've drowned anyway  

20th Century Fox The most famous complete piece of debris from the real Titanic is an intricately carved piece of wood door frame from above the first-class lounge, on display at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic in Nova Scotia. It bears a striking resemblance to the piece of debris Rose used as a life raft in the movie "Titanic" and, according to the museum, influenced its design. Even though it wasn't a door, physics — plus the estimated weight of Jack and Rose — indicates t

what do you think? 2019-07-17 03:36:40

A Michigan congressperson said Facebook's Libra cryptocurrency reminded him of a 'platypus' but then decided it was more like a traveler's check (FB)  

Bill Clark/Getty Images David Marcus, head of Facebook's cryptocurrency efforts, testified at a House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services hearing about Libra, the social network's forthcoming cryptocurrency. Rep. Bill Huizenga used his time to question Marcus and slip in humorous asides, including an explanation of traveler's checks for younger representatives, and a comparison of Libra to a platypus. "Is it a security, is it an exchange-traded product, what exactly is this?

what do you think? 2019-07-17 03:16:55

Bitcoin takes a tumble as US lawmakers grill Facebook on plans to introduce its own Libra cryptocurrency  

Reuters The cryptocurrency market took a beating on Tuesday with bitcoin losing over 10% in value.  The devaluation comes after US lawmakers grilled Facebook on its plans to introduce its own cryptocurrency Libra in 2020.  David Marcus, the company's top executive overseeing the planned Libra project, answered questions from the Senate Banking Committee. During the hearing, a US senator said Facebook was "delusional" to believe people will trust it with their money. Visit

what do you think? 2019-07-17 03:16:34

Wells Adams and Sarah Hyland are engaged. Here's everything you need to know about their love story.  

AP/Evan Agostini Sarah Hyland and Wells Adams' flirting started on Twitter. The "Modern Family" star and the former "Bachelorette" contestant made their relationship Instagram official in 2017. They've since moved in together. They announced their engagement in July 2019. Visit INSIDER's homepage for more stories. Former "Bachelorette" contestant Wells Adams and star of ABC's "Modern Family" Sarah Hyland are one of Hollywood's most unlikely couples. The two went public with their rela

what do you think? 2019-07-17 03:01:39

Joe Biden may be making the same mistake with his healthcare plan that Obama did during the push to pass Obamacare  

Reuters/Jonathan Ernst Former Vice President Joe Biden repeated nearly verbatim a promise that President Barack Obama made a decade ago when marshaling public support to pass the Affordable Care Act. That promise proved impossible to keep. Those with dropped coverage represented less than 2% of the insured population at the time, which stood at 262 million people. Obama's oft-repeated promise became PolitiFact's 2013 Lie of the Year.  At an AARP forum in Iowa on Monday, Biden said th

what do you think? 2019-07-17 02:42:56

We're launching Cultivated, a new cannabis newsletter  

REUTERS/Amir Cohen Legal cannabis is one of the world's newest and most dynamic industries. Since Colorado legalized the drug in 2014, the previously illegal plant has birthed multibillion-dollar public companies, minted billionaires, and brewed significant social change. That's why we're launching Cultivated, a new cannabis newsletter. Sign up here to start receiving it.  Cannabis has gone from a criminalized drug to a global gold rush in just a short time. In only the last few yea

what do you think? 2019-07-17 02:42:22

Five years on from the MH17 crash, the Australian and Dutch governments are still investigating Russia as victims' families search for answers  

Michael Kooren/Reuters; Dutch national police/YouTube Five years after flight MH17 was shot down over Ukraine, killing everyone on board including 38 Australians, authorities are still searching for answers. The Australian government used the anniversary to affirm its commitment to the ongoing investigation of four pro-Russian military officers accused of firing the missile. While governments from around the world called on Russia to accept responsibility, it continues to deny any involvem

what do you think? 2019-07-17 02:16:25

Google executive finally confirms that the tech giant is no longer working on a censored search engine for China (GOOG, GOOGL)  

Google finally said that it is killing the censored search engine it had been building for China, known internally as Project Dragonfly.  "Yes, we have terminated that," Karan Bhatia, Google's VP of Government Affairs and Public Policy, said at Tuesday's Senate hearing entitled, "Google and Censorship through Search Engines."  The announcement comes two days after tech billionaire Peter Thiel said Google had been "seemingly treasonous" for its decision to work with China's mili

what do you think? 2019-07-17 02:08:48

Is Nine Energy Service (NYSE: NINE) Undervalued or Overvalued?  

To get a sense of the true value of Nine Energy Service (NYSE: NINE), let's compare it to its industry peers — and to itself one year ago. We'll look at four small cap valuation metrics…

what do you think? 2019-07-17 01:56:35

Here is a list of last mile delivery companies and startups fighting to ship items same day for less (AMZN, UPS, FDX, XPO, WMT)  

UPS and FedEx have dominated the US logistics industry — in particular, the last mile of delivery, where a courier brings a customer their order. FedEx estimates that more than 95% of all e-commerce orders in the US are delivered by itself, UPS, or the US Postal Service (USPS). BI Intelligence But e-commerce sales are on the rise, leading to a surge in package volume — and legacy shippers don't have the capacity or network to quickly deliver parcels. This has opened cracks in the

what do you think? 2019-07-17 01:55:20

Jeffrey Epstein had a foreign passport that listed an address in Saudi Arabia to protect himself from 'hijackers or terrorists,' his lawyers claim in new court documents  

Stephanie Keith/Getty Images Jeffrey Epstein had a foreign passport that was linked to an address in Saudi Arabia in order to protect him from "potential kidnappers, hijackers, or terrorists," his lawyers wrote in a letter submitted to the court on Tuesday.   Federal prosecutors discussed the passport at a bail hearing on Monday, which was found in a locked safe in Epstein's home along with over $70,000 in cash and loose diamonds, court papers revealed. In a letter to district jud

what do you think? 2019-07-17 01:45:41

Uber just launched an Amazon-like feature that could help it cash in on millennials' mobile-shopping addiction (UBER)  

Matt Cardy / Stringer / Getty Images Uber has announced a new partnership with Cargo for an in-car shopping experience.  By downloading the app and scanning a QR code during your ride, you'll unlock deals on everything from AirPods to luxury suitcases and more.  It could help Uber latch on to millennials' deep love for online shopping, and keep people choosing Uber over competitors.  Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. Uber on Wednesday announced a new fea

what do you think? 2019-07-17 01:43:36