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Mold/Common Law Action: Maryland Appellate Court Addresses Negligence/Nuisance Claims
The Appellate Court of Maryland (“App. Ct.”) addressed in a June 27th Opinion issues arising out of alleged mold exposure. See Candace McCarthy v. Board of Commissioners for Frederick County, Maryland, 2025 WL 1778818….By: Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard,
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Ukrainians Are Cautiously Optimistic After Trump Says U.S. Will Send More Military Aid
After President Trump’s announcement that the United States would send more military aid, some were grateful, others were skeptical, mindful of his seesawing policy.
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The French Seaside Factory Trying to Break China’s Chokehold on Rare Earths
The continent wants to reduce the risks of depending so heavily on China for the valuable minerals. The question is how.
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With a Nobel Prize Nomination, Netanyahu Is the Latest to Use Flattery to Woo Trump
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel handed a letter to President Trump nominating him for the Nobel Peace Prize. But it’s not clear whether stroking the president’s ego has long-lasting effects.
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Wildfires Burn in Spain and France After Blistering Heat Wave
A blaze in southern France forced the closure of the Marseille airport, and weather agencies issued warnings for other parts of Europe where temperatures were expected to climb this week.
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The Brothers Who Came Face to Face in Myanmar’s War
Bloody conflict has splintered many families in Myanmar over the past four years. But for one set of siblings, a surprise reunion was joyful, if bittersweet.
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Music to Make A Man Fly: The Power of John Williams’ Theme to “Superman”
“I owe a tremendous debt of gratitude to John Williams; without his music, Superman’s powers are greatly diminished. Believe me, if you try to fly without that theme, you go nowhere.” —Christopher Reeve The above statement, said at a 1993 celebration honouring the composer, applies not only to the actor playing him but also to…
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Trump’s Budget Would Clip Bird Banding, and Hunters Are Not Happy
The Bird Banding Laboratory has turned duck hunters into citizen scientists. What happens if it is defunded?
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OpenAI and Microsoft Bankroll New A.I. Training for Teachers
The American Federation of Teachers said it would use the $23 million, including $500,000 from the A.I. start-up Anthropic, to create a national training center.
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Trump’s Frustration With Putin Preceded Resumption of U.S. Weapons to Ukraine
President Trump lashed out at the Russian leader on Tuesday, signaling an change in his posture toward the conflict.