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Amid a Record Party Investment, Two Candidates for Governor Join Forces
Representative Mikie Sherrill of New Jersey and former Representative Abigail Spanberger of Virginia will appear together on Wednesday, hoping to energize Democratic campaign volunteers, and voters.
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A City Council Race in Arizona Turns Toxic Over Charlie Kirk’s Legacy
By nationalizing a local election, Turning Point Action is trying to show it can carry on without its founder and recall a local Republican who endorsed Kamala Harris.
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In a Looming Nuclear Arms Race, Aging Los Alamos Faces a Major Test
The lab where Oppenheimer developed the atomic bomb is the linchpin in the United States’ effort to modernize its nuclear weapons. Yet the site has contended with contamination incidents, work disruptions and old infrastructure.
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Trump Bonds With Japan’s Leader Over Baseball and U.S. Beef
The president and Sanae Takaichi, the Japanese prime minister, traded compliments in Tokyo, but signaled no major breakthrough in resolving ongoing trade issues.
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How Modern Technology is Redefining Romantic Relationships Today
Ah, love in the digital age. It’s like a rom-com with a glitchy soundtrack, where Cupid has swapped his bow and arrow for a smartphone. These days, it seems like modern technology is not just a third wheel in relationships but an integral part of the love story itself. Let’s dive into how our digital…
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Blockchain+ Bi-Weekly — While Washington Shuts Down, the Industry Moves Forward
With most federal agencies idled by the ongoing government shutdown, digital-asset policy has entered a holding pattern. Market-structure legislation now appears highly unlikely for this Congress. Comment periods are paused, rulemakings delayed, and some courts are scaling back operations. Even amid the slowdown in Washington, market participants are pressing ahead with regulatory engagement, product development…
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Key Breach Notification Updates in California and Oklahoma for 2026
Effective January 1, 2026, new legislation in California and Oklahoma will introduce important updates to each state’s breach notification requirements. These changes may significantly impact breach response obligations for businesses operating in or handling data related to residents of these states. Below is a summary of the key provisions under each law….By: Alston & Bird
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The Proposed European Strategy for Submarine Infrastructure
Earlier this week the European Policy Centre (with its partner the Vodafone Institute) published a new discussion paper looking at the strategic issues around European submarine cables and making some recommendations. Since it’s an area of work close to my heart I have reviewed and set out below – in no particular order – some…
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California Enacts Digital Age Verification Law
On October 13, 2025, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1043, the Digital Age Assurance Act (Act), into law. Effective January 1, 2027, the Act introduces a device-based age verification system designed to create safer digital environments for children under 18. The Act underscores a trend of state laws that require age verification or…
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[Webinar] Navigating Cookie and Website Compliance in 2025: Insights and Strategies for In-House Counsel – October 29th, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EDT
Companies in 2025 face significant and increasing litigation and enforcement risks when leveraging cookies and digital tracking technologies to support business needs and monetize data. Companies also continue to face evolving requirements related to accessibility and intellectual property issues….By: McDermott Will & Schulte