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Supreme Court Lets Trump’s White House Ballroom Construction Continue for Now

The Supreme Court has temporarily cleared the way for President Donald Trump’s administration to continue construction of the White House ballroom, stopping a lower court injunction from taking effect while the justices consider the administration’s emergency request.Chief Justice John Roberts issued the order Friday, hours before restrictions on much of... Read More »

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Lady Gaga Scores Legal Win in ‘Mayhem’ Trademark Battle

Lady Gaga has won dismissal of a trademark lawsuit brought by Lost Surfboards over her use of the name “Mayhem” for her album, tour and merchandise. U.S. District Judge Fernando M. Olguin dismissed the company’s claims with prejudice Tuesday, finding that Lost had not plausibly alleged that Gaga’s use of... Read More »

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California Approves Nation’s First Replacement Tire Efficiency Standards

California has approved the nation’s first efficiency standards for replacement tires, setting new performance requirements for most tires sold for passenger cars and light-duty trucks in the state beginning in 2029.The California Energy Commission voted unanimously Aug. 17 to adopt the Replacement Tire Efficiency Program. The rules limit how much... Read More »