Mortgage demand falls to its lowest level in 2 decades as rates hit a 16-year high of 6.75%  

In another sign of slowing in the housing market, overall mortgage application activity has fallen to its slowest pace since 1997.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 15:49:15

Nobel laureate Paul Krugman warns the Fed risks going too far in fighting inflation - and predicts a return to rock-bottom interest rates  

The renowned economist noted that rate hikes have a delayed effect, and the US labor market is showing signs of cooling down.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 15:40:50

Iranian schoolgirls are removing their hijabs, shouting 'death to the dictator' and raising their middle fingers at the country's leaders  

The Norway-based Iran Human Rights group said at least 154 people — including children — have been killed in this latest wave of protests.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 15:35:17

George W. Bush injects his anti-Trump energy into Colorado's Senate race by fundraising with GOP hopeful Joe O'Dea  

Former President George W. Bush is stumping for Colorado Senate hopeful Joe O'Dea based on their mutual distaste for scandal-plagued Donald Trump.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 15:34:26

A 34-year-old coder quit his $300,000 job at Stripe to build up his after-work project. Here's why he's convinced it was the right thing to do.  

Sumit Kumar quit his job as a solutions architect at Stripe to work on his startup, a financial platform he had built while at Stripe, full-time.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 15:30:49

The US Army is struggling to recruit as most of Gen Z is ineligible to serve due to factors like obesity, drug use, and tattoos  

A majority of Gen Z is ineligible for the US Army under current rules, per a Pentagon study. It fell 15,000 soldiers short of 2022 recruitment goals.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 15:23:25

Law Firm Merger Activity Expected To Increase Thanks To Recession Fears  

Nothing like financial fears to get a firm ready for a merger. The post Law Firm Merger Activity Expected To Increase Thanks To Recession Fears appeared first on Above the Law.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 15:20:05

Americans think California and Florida-style stimulus checks and Biden's student-debt relief make inflation worse — but they want them anyway  

Even though they worry government spending is a main cause of inflation, Americans want the stimulus checks that over 15 states have adopted.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 15:14:41

The EU is moving closer to approving a plan to cap the price of Russian oil after hesitation from some member states  

The EU has started penning legislation to support the G7 price cap on Russian oil, and could formally approve the measure by year-end.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 15:12:32

Some of the US Air Force's biggest planes are being grounded over cracks in a part that holds their propellers  

In all, 116 C-130Hs could be affected, and it's not clear how long it will take to replace their propeller assemblies.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 15:09:02

I'm a 19-year-old TikTok makeup artist who makes up to $1,500 a post. Halloween is my busiest time of year because brand deals start flowing in.  

Laura Caruk shared the hashtags she uses to grow her following and the email she sends brands. She's worked with Amazon, Fortnite, and Lancôme.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 14:59:11

I was a full-time Columbia student who posted on TikTok just for fun — now I'm an influencer making six figures  

It all sort of happened by accident, but I'm here now. My first few videos went viral on TikTok, and two weeks later I signed my first brand deal.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 14:54:36

How to see and edit your TikTok watch history  

TikTok has a watch history page that tracks every TikTok video you've seen, even if you didn't watch them all the way through.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 14:54:26

6 States Sue To Block Student Loan Forgiveness Plan Because Their Governments Really Need The Interest Income  

The gatekeeper here is whether the plaintiff states have standing to sue. The post 6 States Sue To Block Student Loan Forgiveness Plan Because Their Governments Really Need The Interest Income appeared first on Above the Law.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 14:50:04

I'm the first Black woman puppeteer on 'Sesame Street.' I was about to give up on my puppeteering dreams for a stable career — and then Big Bird emailed me.  

Megan Piphus Peace was prepared to focus on her real estate career when an Instagram comment she wrote years ago paved the way to her dreams.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 14:48:02

Billionaire investor Carl Icahn has scored a $250 million gain on Twitter stock by calling Elon Musk's bluff, report says  

The Icahn Enterprises chief built a $500 million stake in Twitter as he expected Musk to ultimately buy the social media company.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 14:39:20

The perks of a pandemic-era job switch are fading fast  

Job switchers' wages rose 15.7% in the year through September, ADP said. That's down from August's 16.2% gain and likely to fall further.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 14:28:39

A Russian war correspondent admitted on state TV that Ukraine is winning back Kherson territory  

The report about Russia's flagging war effort is a rare sight for the country's state-run media, which is dominated by Kremlin propagandists.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 14:21:42

A new iPhone feature can warn you when severe weather is about to hit — here's how to turn it on  

Your iPhone's severe weather alerts will send you a notification whenever events like tornados, hurricanes, or flash floods start in your area.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 14:20:50

How Trump devised his fake IRS audit excuse to 'get myself out of' releasing his taxes, according a new book  

"'I could just say, 'I'll release them when I'm no longer under audit,' Trump said,'" according to the book "Confidence Man."

what do you think? 2022-10-05 14:17:45

Wharton Professor Jeremy Siegel says he's disturbed by the Fed's groupthink as there are no members who have dissented with Powell's hawkishness  

"Their talking points are getting them into the feeling that the only thing we have to do now is kill inflation no matter what the costs," Siegel said.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 14:08:34

Elon Musk likely faces a 'staggering' legal bill as high as $100 million after his failed attempt to back out of buying Twitter  

If Elon Musk ends up buying Twitter, he'll effectively be paying its legal costs — ballooning his legal bill to around $200 million.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 14:06:17

Medical Groups Ask AG To Investigate Violence Against Hospitals That Support Transgender Youth  

They've asked Merrick Garland to investigate bomb threats and protect children's hospitals and physicians. The post Medical Groups Ask AG To Investigate Violence Against Hospitals That Support Transgender Youth appeared first on Above the Law.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 14:03:05

Elon Musk's surrender on buying Twitter could deliver a $255 million profit to a Florida hedge fund, report says  

Pentwater Capital bought a 2.4% stake in Twitter in the second quarter and became one of the company's biggest shareholders, according to CNBC.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 13:55:45

The White House is reportedly weighing a controversial measure to lower gas prices ahead of midterm elections  

The Biden administration has asked the Energy Department to look into whether a ban on gas exports would lower pump prices for American drivers, CNN reported.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 13:46:02

Virgin Atlantic is axing flights to Hong Kong, partly because of the 'complexities' of the Ukraine war, which has made some flights nearly 2 hours longer  

Virgin Atlantic said that the closure of Russian airspace had made it more complex to operate from the hub, extending some flight times by an hour.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 13:38:03

US stocks fall after biggest 2-day rally since 2020 as investors assess Fed path and new payroll data  

The S&P 500 was pulling back from its gain of nearly 6% over the past two sessions. Treasury yields were moving higher after declines fed the rally.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 13:33:25

Iranian authorities stole a 16-year-old protester's body and secretly buried her while threatening her family, report says  

Iranian protester Nika Shakarami was missing for 10 days before she was found in a morgue. She was buried before her family could bury her themselves.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 13:18:43

Amazon suspended workers who refused to work after a fire broke out in a New York warehouse  

Amazon confirmed that some employees had been placed on paid investigatory suspension while the company looked into the incident.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 13:17:46

Elon Musk's deal for Twitter is back on - and now short-seller Hindenburg Research is dumping all its shares in the takeover target  

The activist investor previously bought Twitter shares when it looked like Musk's takeover bid would collapse.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 13:07:25

Morning Docket: 10.05.22  

* Nothing says spooky month like learning about zombie laws! [Idaho Capital Sun] * Have you heard of Texas' No Surprises Act? Here's a primer. [AMA-ASSN] * New Jersey is trying to make a Voting Rights Act of its own. [New Jersey Monitor] * The newest objection to Biden's loan relief? It helps Black people too much. [Wa Po] The post Morning Docket: 10.05.22 appeared first on Above the Law.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 13:00:25

The 25 big companies with the best work-life balance  

According to employee responses on Comparably, 23andMe ranked at the top of this list. Chegg, TaskUs, and Ocrolus were also part of the top 25.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 13:00:00

Seeking nominations for the top athlete creators and media personalities in 2022  

Insider is seeking nominations for its inaugural list of the top athlete creators and media personalities in 2022.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 12:52:23

Ex-Twitter VP calls Elon Musk an attention seeker after the billionaire offered to buy the company for $44 billion again  

Twitter's former EMEA VP, Bruce Daisley, expressed skepticism of Elon Musk's plans to turn Twitter into a "Super App."

what do you think? 2022-10-05 12:35:53

Sailors on US Navy flattops have been drinking and bathing in water contaminated by jet fuel for decades, veterans say  

"We were just told that it'll go away," one veteran said, adding that they used caffeinated water-flavoring mix to dilute the jet fuel taste.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 12:30:00

A former Spotify exec predicts podcasters who favor video formats will tap into more money and a bigger audience  

"Podcasts may go the way of video, but it may actually be a very good thing for all involved," says Michael Mignano, ex-head of podcasts at Spotify.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 12:17:37

Elon Musk says Twitter purchase will accelerate the creation of X, his long-discussed 'everything app'  

Elon Musk is looking to end months of litigation by offering to buy Twitter for the $44 billion price he agreed to in April.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 12:00:12

Russia fined a Crimea beauty queen for singing a patriotic Ukrainian song on social media  

Miss Crimea 2022 sang a song that encourages Ukraine to 'rise up.' Police investigated when the video was put on social media.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 11:55:22

Toyota says demand remains high for its vehicles despite falling US sales, but warns that supply chain problems could last into 2023  

Toyota was the bestselling car maker in the US in 2021, but its sales for 2022 are currently falling behind.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 11:52:55

Ray Dalio exits Bridgewater  

Dalio has finally ceded control of his $150 billion hedge fund empire. Plus, how Elon Musk's latest Twitter move stands to hurt Wall Street.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 11:45:00

Trump intimidated staffers so they wouldn't challenge the erratic way he treated classified information, Washington Post reports  

Former President Donald Trump would routinely mishandle classified information, but officials were reluctant to challenge him, a report says.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 11:37:56

Kim Kardashian will pay $1.26 million in a crypto-related fine to the SEC. Here are other high-profile celebrities who have backed recent crypto ventures.  

Kardashian settled charges for promoting a crypto asset on Instagram. See other celebs who have publicly touted crypto like Tom Brady and Larry David.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 11:14:00

Twitter employees are venting on social media and in private forums about Elon Musk's agreement to buy Twitter  

Elon Musk's lawyers wrote a letter to Twitter saying he would agree to buy it at the price originally agreed but many staffers have raised concerns.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 11:13:47

Delta Air Lines just unveiled 9 new gates at LAX as part of $2.3 billion expansion as it fights to keep the top spot at the airport  

Delta has no intention of giving up its LAX passenger lead over American and United at one of the busiest airports in the US.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 11:00:00

Elon Musk selling Tesla stocks to fund his Twitter takeover is like giving away caviar to buy $2 pizza, Wedbush's Dan Ives says  

Elon Musk has backed down and offered to buy Twitter at its original purchase price, and is selling shares in the electric vehicle maker to pay for the deal.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 10:45:48

Most CEOs are already preparing for a recession, with plans including laying off staff and cutting spending on environmental issues, a major survey shows  

91% of CEOs of big US companies said there will be a recession within the next year, and only a third expect it to be mild and short, per a KPMG poll.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 10:38:10

In a surprise twist, Elon Musk has once again offered to buy Twitter  

After months of trying to get out of the deal, Elon Musk has offered to buy Twitter for the original price of $44 billion.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 10:35:00

There's renewed hope in the possibility that global central banks are nearing the end of their rate hike cycle. Here's how that's driving markets.  

Central bank moves and softer economic data have investors hoping that the Fed and other central banks are almost done hiking interest rates.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 10:15:00

Russian diplomats warn of a direct clash with the West over the US's latest weapons for Ukraine  

Biden announced more military aid for Ukraine even as Russia's tactic appears to be to try and discourage the West from helping it.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 10:07:35

The White House is making a last-minute bid to stop OPEC+ slashing oil production, report says  

OPEC's members meet Wednesday and are widely expected to slash oil production by as much as 2 million barrels a day to push up crude prices.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 09:33:39

Saudi Arabia just won a bid for the 2029 Asian Winter Games. The $500 billion city they're set to be hosted in doesn't exist yet.  

Saudi Arabia plans to host the event in Neom. Planners said the city will feature flying taxis, robot maids, and year-round snow.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 07:35:05

Officials in the Philippines are calling for an inquiry into a 'strange' lottery jackpot that saw 433 winners splitting the $4 million pot  

All winning numbers were multiples of nine, which drew a barrage of social media comments, with some expressing disbelief over the results, Bloomberg reported.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 06:25:10

John Fetterman slams Dr. Oz over report on dogs that died in experiments supervised by the TV personality: 'I could use your help to keep the #PuppyKiller out of the US Senate'  

Fetterman's comments came after Jezebel reported on Oz's involvement in experiments that led to the deaths of 329 dogs.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 06:08:33

Trump constantly talks about Ron DeSantis to his aides as the Florida governor is poised to be his most formidable opponent in the 2024 election, NYT's Maggie Haberman tells CNN  

The New York Times' Maggie Haberman discussed Donald Trump's mindset during a CNN interview about her new book on the former president.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 04:13:17

Trump wondered aloud to aides if Ghislaine Maxwell spoke to investigators about him after her arrest: book  

"She say anything about me?" Trump asked his aides, according to The New York Times reporter Maggie Haberman's new book.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 03:48:58

The Navy just deployed its $13 billion aircraft carrier, which was both commissioned and panned by Trump, who ranted, 'it just doesn't look right'  

The US Navy's newest aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford, set off on its first deployment on October 4, after it was commissioned five years ago.

what do you think? 2022-10-05 02:22:18

Liz Cheney is the only Republican member of Congress to explicitly condemn Trump's racist remarks about Mitch McConnell's wife Elaine Chao— but disapproval among the GOP is growing  

The former president on Friday published a tirade against McConnell, suggesting he "seek help and advise (sic) from his China loving wife, Coco Chow!"

what do you think? 2022-10-04 23:49:21

Ketanji Brown Jackson Did Not Come To Play — See Also  

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's First Oral Argument On SCOTUS Was Something To Behold: Too bad she'll be relegated to penning dissents for the majority of her career... Hey... Did Someone Learn Something About Delaware Law? Elon Musk has a change of heart. Kirkland Keeps On Making Huge Classes Of Partners: Income partners, that is.  The Plummeting Pound Is Everyone's Problem: Or at least Biglaw's... The post Ketanji Brown Jackson Did Not Come To Play — See Also appeared first on Above the...

what do you think? 2022-10-04 23:18:26

The Supreme Court Didn't Always Have A Chokehold On The First Monday In October  

Now October means pumpkin spice, Halloween, and SCOTUS. The post The Supreme Court Didn’t Always Have A Chokehold On The First Monday In October appeared first on Above the Law.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 22:48:46

Taiwan is looking for a way to defend its leaders from 'decapitation' as China's military veers closer to the island  

The problem with preparing for a decapitation strike is that there is a thin line between prudence and paranoia.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 22:31:00

Cost Of Amylyx ALS Drug Revives Pricing Debate For New Meds In Rare Diseases  

In pricing its new amyotrophic lateral sclerosis drug Relyvrio, Amylyx Pharmaceuticals chose a sum that's just below the current cost of the last ALS drug to win FDA approval. But a drug price watchdog group argues that prices should be set based on therapeutic value, not according to the price of existing medications. The post Cost Of Amylyx ALS Drug Revives Pricing Debate For New Meds In Rare Diseases appeared first on Above the Law.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 22:18:45

Anti-abortion Republicans will stand behind scandal-plagued Herschel Walker because 'he's still the lesser evil on policy': GOP strategist  

Excusing away Herschel Walker's alleged abortion scandal is easier for MAGA fans than admitting they backed the wrong guy, a GOP fundraiser said.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 21:57:53

How to update Spotify on any device  

Depending on how you listen to Spotify — on an iPhone or iPad, on an Android, or on a computer — updating the app takes different steps.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 21:50:40

Delaware's New Law Just Made It Easier To Get Back On Your Feet After Being Fined  

You should probably still try to avoid getting a ticket. The post Delaware’s New Law Just Made It Easier To Get Back On Your Feet After Being Fined appeared first on Above the Law.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 21:47:24

iOS 16 lets you change Siri's 'pause time' on your iPhone to make it wait longer for your commands — here's how to do it  

If Siri interrupts your commands too soon, you can increase the Siri Pause Time on your iPhone using iOS 16 to give yourself more time to speak.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 21:44:00

Palm trees bend in high winds and are hard to uproot. A forest ecologist says they're perfectly designed to withstand hurricanes.  

As Hurricane Ian battered Florida, the state's palm trees stood firm, thanks to their flexible trunks and above-ground roots.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 21:37:30

Trump called Puerto Rico a place with 'absolutely no hope' while bungling Hurricane Maria aid efforts, book says  

After the category five storm devastated Puerto Rico, Trump tossed rolls of paper towel into crowds of people and privately derided the island.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 21:37:17

Elite Russian troops are retreating from areas Putin illegally annexed 4 days ago  

A top Pentagon official on Monday said Russian forces could be on track for a "major defeat" in the southern Kherson region.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 21:26:51

Just How Game-Changing Is Dissolvable Packaging?  

A new generation of personal-care brands is pioneering water-soluble alternatives to plastic packaging that can disintegrate down the drain. The post Just How Game-Changing Is Dissolvable Packaging? appeared first on Above the Law.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 21:17:43

Melinda French Gates said her divorce from Bill Gates was 'unbelievably painful,' but COVID gave her 'the privacy to get through it'  

In an interview with Fortune, Melinda French Gates said she "couldn't stay" in her and that the pandemic gave her the privacy to end it.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 20:51:35

Trump told a blatant lie in his latest fundraising text — and his scare tactics could make vulnerable seniors the biggest losers  

Trump's political committees are raising money in part by duping MAGA Republicans with false promises and scare tactics.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 20:50:05

Trump asks the Supreme Court to intervene in dispute over records FBI seized from Mar-a-Lago  

Trump's lawyers asked Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas to issue an emergency order stopping DOJ from reviewing a set of 100 classified records.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 20:47:57

Supreme Court Declines To Save Mike Lindell From 'And Find Out'  

The rules of civil procedure applies to you, too, big fella. The post Supreme Court Declines To Save Mike Lindell From ‘And Find Out’ appeared first on Above the Law.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 20:46:22

October is often grim for stocks but it's also historically been a 'bear market killer' - and it could happen again as the 4th quarter kicks off with a blistering rally  

Of the past 17 bear - or near bear markets - stocks have bottomed in October six times, says Carson Wealth, which sees a potential year-end rally.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 20:36:31

Elon Musk never admits defeat, but the billionaire just did that in his bitter deal battle with Twitter  

In the past, Elon Musk has been loathe to back down from a court battle, but in this case Twitter was going to win and wouldn't cave.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 20:31:17

Mike Pence told a Trump campaign lawyer who called Rudy Giuliani 'a fucking asshole' that he didn't need to apologize for the insult because 'it's the truth': book  

After a heated argument over the 2020 election recount, Mike Pence told Trump lawyer Justin Clark he didn't need to apologize for calling Rudy Giuliani names.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 20:27:55

First As Parody, Then As Free Speech: The Onion Goes To The Supreme Court. It's About As Awesome As You'd Suspect.  

Tu stultus es, indeed. The post First As Parody, Then As Free Speech: The Onion Goes To The Supreme Court. It’s About As Awesome As You’d Suspect. appeared first on Above the Law.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 20:16:45

How to find the Applications folder on your Mac computer and pin apps to your Dock  

Here's what you'll need to do to access your Applications folder, and how to optimize the Dock for easy access to the apps you use most.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 20:12:47

Dow soars 800 points as stocks extend massive rally on fresh hopes for less hawkish central banks  

A drop in US job openings and a smaller-than-expected rate hike from the Reserve Bank of Australia helped fuel the best two-day rally since 2020.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 20:06:19

Amazon reportedly freezes hiring for the corporate wing of its global retail business  

Numerous major companies have begun initiating hiring freezes and layoffs to reduce their workforce.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 20:00:53

Herschel Walker's abortion scandal won't bother power-hungry conservative Georgians but may push skeptics like regretful Trump voters to sit out the Senate race, expert says  

Diehard Republicans won't care about Herschel Walker being hypocritical on abortion, a Georgia political scientist said, but some swing voters might.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 19:50:02

Sally Yates-Led Investigation Finds 'Systemic' Sexual Misconduct And Abuse In Women's Soccer  

The Biglaw investigation revealed a troubling environment for players. The post Sally Yates-Led Investigation Finds ‘Systemic’ Sexual Misconduct And Abuse In Women’s Soccer appeared first on Above the Law.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 19:45:08

Will Global Car Production Fall by 80%?  

This article originally was published here: Reader,We're standing at the edge of a void... and it's got nothing to do with Putin or his nuclear saber-rattling.It's no longer a minor concern or some sort of long-term hurdle to watch and eventually overcome. This problem is immediate and dire and will have consequences for the next two generations unless a solution is found.Let me show you what I

what do you think? 2022-10-04 19:44:02

Millions of student-loan borrowers had their debt transferred to new companies over the past year — and it resulted in payment errors for 'hundreds of thousands of accounts,' a feder...  

Transferring student-loan borrowers to new companies hasn't been smooth, resulting in inaccurate payment bills and missing information, per the CFPB.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 19:37:10

Read Elon Musk's letter to Twitter saying he'll honor the original $44 billion deal if there's an 'immediate' end to their court battle  

Elon Musk on Tuesday again offered to acquire Twitter on his original terms, after fighting for months to exit the deal entirely.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 19:30:38

Google's new Nest WiFi Pro will help fix one of the worst things about smart homes  

Google recently introduced the Nest WiFi Pro with Wi-Fi 6E capabilities and supports Matter, the latest smart home standard.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 19:24:24

How to tell if someone has muted you on Instagram, so that your posts won't appear in their feed  

While it isn't possible to tell for sure, here are some signs that you might've been muted on Instagram.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 19:23:16

A beginner's guide to Instagram, the wildly popular photo-sharing app with over a billion users  

Instagram is a photo-sharing app that lets you connect with brands, celebrities, friends, family, and more. Here's how to use all of its features.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 19:19:58

Apple is selling fear disguised as innovation  

"The message is 'If you want to live, buy our stuff.' Apple now sells devices the way First Alert sells smoke detectors," Michael Gartenberg argues.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 19:16:27

George Conway Predicts Convictions On 'Multiple Felonies' For Donald Trump  

He doesn't think Trump will plead out, either. The post George Conway Predicts Convictions On ‘Multiple Felonies’ For Donald Trump appeared first on Above the Law.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 19:15:35

Supreme Court's liberal justices defend the Voting Rights Act in a major case that could weaken minority voting power  

Justice Elena Kagan called the Voting Rights Act an "important statute" and "one of the great achievements of American democracy."

what do you think? 2022-10-04 19:12:04

See inside the historic Gramercy Park Hotel's liquidation sale, where people wait in line for hours and spend thousands on artwork, embroidered chairs, and plush pillows  

The famous Gramercy Park Hotel in NYC is holding a liquidation sale where everything from the decor to the furniture and silverware is up for grabs.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 19:08:24

The stock market likely just bottomed and a 15% rally could take hold into year-end, Fundstrat says  

"Overall, I think that the risk/reward certainly favors betting on an above-average bounce in the 'Bear Killer' month of October," Fundstrat said.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 18:47:02

Peloton is trying to re-energize sales by placing its bikes where people can see and touch them, like malls and hotels. Some experts say it won't make much of a difference.  

Peloton is vying to get more eyes on its products by partnering with retailers like Dick's Sporting Goods and hotel chains like Hilton.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 18:46:18

Ketanji Brown Jackson Has A Strong Start For Her First Term  

I'd like to think that Breyer is cheering her on from the sidelines. The post Ketanji Brown Jackson Has A Strong Start For Her First Term appeared first on Above the Law.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 18:44:01

Trump denied allegations that he showed ex-employees salacious photos of women he'd been involved with, telling Maggie Haberman it's 'not my style'  

Former employees of Donald Trump told NYT reporter Maggie Haberman that Trump showed them inappropriate photos of women he said he was involved with.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 18:33:00

Trump asked if Bernie Sanders was going to run against him 'in a wheelchair' in 2017 dinner with moderate House Democrats, book says  

"Why don't we do that here?" Trump asked of nationalized healthcare systems, according to Maggie Haberman's new book.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 18:32:21

Trump expressed amazement that Stephen Miller and other top aides were Jewish: 'Who would have thought my top guys are Jews': book  

Trump also implied Jason Miller was Jewish, even though he is not, New York Times reporter Maggie Haberman wrote in her new book.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 18:26:31

Melinda French Gates says MacKenzie Scott's 'trust-based' approach to philanthropy is 'a great model' that could inspire others to give  

MacKenzie Scott has donated over $12 billion since signing the Giving Pledge, vowing to give away most of her wealth to philanthropy in her lifetime.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 18:10:14

Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra has filed paperwork to run for California Superintendent of Public Instruction. In 2030.  

Xavier Becerra filed to run for California Superintendent of Public Instruction in 2030. But this may be more an accounting maneuver than a real bid for elected office.

what do you think? 2022-10-04 17:59:39