Girl Scouts Sued Over Claims of Toxic Chemicals in Cookies
Girl Scouts Sued Over Claims of Toxic Chemicals in Cookies. A New York woman has filed a proposed class-action lawsuit against the Girl Scouts of America and cookie manufacturers Ferrero U.S.A. and Interbake Foods (ABC Bakers), alleging that the organization’s popular cookies contain harmful levels of heavy metals, pesticides, and other toxins. The lawsuit, filed […]
DeepSeek AI Model Can Generate Malware, Research Finds
DeepSeek AI Model Can Generate Malware, Research Finds. A new study reveals that DeepSeek’s free-to-use open-source AI models could be used by cybercriminals to generate dangerous malware. These models, which come with weak guardrails, may lead to significant security threats, researchers warn. Governments and regulators have raised alarms over the potential for large language models […]
Belgian Police Probe Huawei Bribery Scandal Involving MEPs
Belgian Police Probe Huawei Bribery Scandal Involving MEPs. Belgian police have launched a fresh corruption probe into the Chinese tech giant Huawei, searching its Brussels headquarters and several homes across Belgium. The investigation is centered around claims that Huawei lobbyists paid bribes to members of the European Parliament (MEPs) to influence EU decision-making, according to […]
Kim Kardashian Reflects on Kris Humphries’ Engagement Ring & Divorce
Kim Kardashian Reflects on Her Short Marriage to Kris Humphries and the Engagement Ring Controversy. In a recent episode of The Kardashians, Kim Kardashian, 44, took a moment to reflect on her brief marriage to Kris Humphries, 40, and the engagement ring that came with it. Their marriage, which lasted only 72 days in 2011, […]
Hogan Lovells Advises VICI Properties on $2.5B Credit Facility
Hogan Lovells Advises VICI Properties on $2.5B Credit Facility. Global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised VICI Properties Inc. (NYSE: VICI) on securing a US$2.5 billion multicurrency revolving credit facility for its subsidiary, VICI Properties L.P. The deal strengthens VICI’s liquidity and provides flexible financing options as the company continues to grow its expansive portfolio. […]
Ralf Schumacher Criticizes Sebastian Vettel for ‘Narrow-Minded’ Comment on Coming Out as Gay
Ralf Schumacher Criticizes Sebastian Vettel for ‘Narrow-Minded’ Comment on Coming Out as Gay. Ex-Formula One driver Ralf Schumacher has responded to criticism from Sebastian Vettel following his coming out as gay last year, calling Vettel’s comments “narrow-minded.” The controversy began after Vettel, a four-time world champion, discussed Ralf’s coming out and praised him as an […]
Apple iOS 18.3.2 Update: Critical WebKit Security Flaw Fixed
Apple iOS 18.3.2 Update: Critical WebKit Security Flaw Fixed. Apple has rolled out iOS 18.3.2, a crucial update aimed at fixing a serious security flaw in WebKit, the engine powering Safari. This vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-24201, has already been used in real-world attacks. Here’s what you need to know. What’s Fixed in iOS 18.3.2? The […]
Kirkland & Ellis Advises Clearwater Analytics on $685M Bistro & Beacon Acquisitions
Kirkland & Ellis Advises Clearwater Analytics on $685M Bistro & Beacon Acquisitions. Clearwater Analytics (NYSE: CWAN) has secured two major acquisitions, advised by Kirkland & Ellis, to significantly enhance its risk management and portfolio analytics capabilities. The company has entered into definitive agreements to acquire Bistro, Blackstone’s proprietary portfolio visualization software, and Beacon, a leading […]
Ohio Pushes for NASA Headquarters Relocation
Ohio Pushes for NASA Headquarters Relocation. With NASA’s lease on its Washington, D.C. headquarters set to expire in 2028, Ohio lawmakers are pushing for the space agency to relocate its headquarters to Ohio. In a letter sent to Vice President JD Vance and NASA Administrator nominee Jared Isaacman, a group of Ohio’s Congressional representatives — […]
DLA Piper Advises IIFL Finance on $325 Million Senior Notes Issuance
DLA Piper Advises IIFL Finance on $325 Million Senior Notes Issuance. IIFL Finance, a leading Indian financial institution specializing in gold financing, successfully completed the conversion of its Euro Medium Term Note (ETMN) Programme into a Global Medium Term Note (GMTN) programme. This milestone paved the way for the company’s issuance of $325 million in […]
Douglas Murray Wins Libel Case Against Guardian Media Group
Douglas Murray Wins Libel Case Against The Observer Over False Accusations. Douglas Murray, a conservative author and New York Post columnist, emerged victorious in a libel case against the Guardian Media Group on Tuesday. The lawsuit stemmed from an article published in The Observer by columnist Kenan Malik on August 11, 2024. The False Claims […]
Ghana MPs Resubmit Controversial LGBT Rights Bill
Ghana MPs Resubmit Controversial LGBT Rights Bill. A group of 10 MPs in Ghana has revived a controversial bill that would impose some of the strictest restrictions on LGBT rights in Africa. The bill, which was initially passed by parliament last year, proposes harsh penalties for those who identify as gay. Under the legislation, individuals […]