Senate passes bill ending forced arbitration in sexual misconduct cases
The measure bars employment contracts from forcing people to settle sexual assault or harassment cases through arbitration rather than in court.
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Company sued for refusing to yank baby loungers after 2 deaths
Consumer Product Safety Commission takes Leachco to court over suffocation risk posed by its Podster products.
Internet guru Tim O'Reilly on Web3: "Get ready for the crash"
Tech luminary who coined the term "Web 2.0" on cryptocurrency, NFTs and blockchain: "It's kind of like a pyramid scheme."
Massive brush fire erupts in Laguna Beach, forcing hundreds to evacuate
The fire was being buoyed by strong winds and unseasonably warm temperatures in the mid-70s.
Tesla recalls 579,000 vehicles over "Boombox" noise hazard
Customized sounds broadcast over outside speakers can make it hard for pedestrians to hear electric vehicles, regulators say.
Drew Carey on the text he got from ex-fiancée days before her death
What was in her last text?
COVID-19 truck blockade in Canada shuts down Ford plant
The protest is blocking some traffic on a bridge that carries 25% of trade between the U.S. and Canada.
U.S. inflation in January surged at fastest rate in 40 years
Consumer prices have surged 7.5% over the last year as higher fuel, food and shelter costs put the squeeze on consumers.
Man trying to shoot bear kills brother, then takes own life, probe finds
"It is believed the caller took his own life after calling 911 to report the accidental shooting," officials said.
These are the best — and worst — states for life expectancy
The No. 1 state for life expectancy in 2019 was Hawaii. Mississippi came in last.
U.S. truckers plan convoy, perhaps in L.A. for Super Bowl, DHS warns
The convoy, similar to the one in Canada, would then head east and might get to Washington in time for President Biden's State of the Union address on March 1, the bulletin says.
Former MLB player Jeremy Giambi found dead at age 47
A brother of five-time All-Star Jason Giambi, Jeremy Giambi spent six seasons in the major leagues.
Christian revival prompts walkout at West Virginia public high school
The students say the special assembly violated the Constitution's separation of church and state. The school district says attending the event was voluntary.
Crypto, celebs and humor dominate this year's Super Bowl ads
The Super Bowl is the biggest advertising event of the year — here's a sneak peak at some of this year's spots.
Two Dallas officers charged with assaulting people during 2020 George Floyd protests
The officers are expected to turn themselves in, officials said.
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Judge tosses lawsuit seeking to delay certification of Alaska Senate race
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