The essential guide to setting up a digital gaming business
The UK gaming market is thriving, offering opportunities for new entrants due to extensive growth and high revenues, especially in the digital sector. [ more ]
Marjorie Taylor Greene rages at RFK Jr. for not being transphobic enough to be president
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for not being transphobic enough to align with her views on gender-affirming care. [ more ]
Bernie Sanders and Ro Khanna reveal bill to cancel all medical debt'
A new bill introduced by Bernie Sanders and Ro Khanna aims to eliminate medical debt by creating a federal grant program and preventing creditors from collecting past medical bills. [ more ]
The missed opportunities in White House's critical infrastructure directive
The White House national security memorandum addressing critical infrastructure defense gaps requires Congress intervention for comprehensive protection. [ more ]
Utah launches 'snitch line' to report trans people in bathrooms; memes flood In
Transgender individuals in Utah face discrimination through a new law banning them from using restrooms and changing rooms matching their gender identity. [ more ]
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Mayor Adams signs legislation to boost safety for FDNY EMTs and Paramedics with new body armor and self defense training - QNS
Mayor Eric Adams signed legislation providing self-defense training and body armor to FDNY EMTs and Paramedics for added protection while on duty. [ more ]
Elias: A modest proposal to solve California's retail theft problem
Proposition 47's impact on smash-and-grab robberies in California is linked to the increase in minimum theft value considered a felony, leading to a need for legislative adjustments. [ more ]
California moves closer to requiring new pollutant-warning labels for gas stoves
California Assembly approved labelling gas stoves with health hazard warnings to address respiratory issues, facing opposition advocating for improved ventilation. [ more ]
Legislators Consider Requiring Sobriety in Homeless Housing
Lawmakers in California are proposing bills to allow state funding for sober housing, challenging the current policy of accepting individuals regardless of drug and alcohol use. [ more ]
Bill to expand Alabama's "Don't Say Gay" law died because everyone was confused about what it meant
The bill to expand Alabama's Don't Say Gay law and ban Pride flags from classrooms has failed to pass, acknowledging its controversial nature. [ more ]
Louisiana may reclassify drugs used in abortion as controlled dangerous substances
Lawmakers in Louisiana are considering classifying drugs commonly used in pregnancy and reproductive health care as controlled substances, with potential penalties for possession without prescription. [ more ]
Few Pharmacies Carry This Key Opioid-Addiction Treatment. San Francisco Wants To Change That | KQED
Less than half of San Francisco pharmacies supply buprenorphine for opioid addiction treatment, highlighting the issue of limited access to crucial medications. [ more ]
Transgender Activists Flood Utah Tip Line With Fake Reports to Block Bathroom Law Enforcement
Transgender activists are flooding a Utah tip line with hoax reports to protect trans residents from potential investigations under a new bathroom law. [ more ]
Activists flood Utah tip line with hoax reports to block bathroom law enforcement
Transgender activists are flooding a Utah tip line with fake reports to protect trans individuals from potential investigations under a new bathroom law. [ more ]
Ex-Gov. Pataki raises $250K for charter schools as he celebrates their 25th anniversary in NY
Former Gov. George Pataki raised funds for charter schools celebrating their success and highlighted the importance of legislation with accountability provisions. [ more ]
A new California bill could provide cash to homeless high school seniors
Student homelessness in California has risen, prompting a bill for guaranteed income to support unhoused high school seniors in pursuing higher education or work. [ more ]
Bailiff evictions of renting households at six-year high, says MoJ
Bailiffs are evicting more renting households, with protesters demanding rent controls outside Grainger's office, highlighting the ongoing issue of evictions in the UK. [ more ]
UK's long-awaited device security law kicks in | Computer Weekly
The PSTI Act of 2022 places legal duties on manufacturers to ensure basic security standards in electronic devices to protect consumers from data privacy violations and cyber attacks. [ more ]
The changing face of aesthetics: New legislation opens doors for responsible brands
Governments are updating legislation for non-surgical cosmetic procedures, introducing a traffic light system categorizing procedures by risk level: red (high-risk), amber (medium-risk), and green (low-risk). [ more ]
TikTok is Getting Banned. What are the Alternatives? | Entrepreneur
The impending legislative actions in the U.S. could lead to a potential ban on TikTok, prompting users and creators to explore alternative platforms. [ more ]
AI security bill aims to prevent safety breaches of AI models
A new bill, the Secure Artificial Intelligence Act, aims to establish a database to track AI system breaches and focus on counter-AI techniques. [ more ]
UK MPs call for law to protect musicians from AI deepfakes
MPs in the UK advocate for legislation to protect musicians from AI-generated deepfakes, highlighting the benefits and risks of AI in the music industry. [ more ]
In Sex Crimes Cases, New York Weighs Allowing Evidence of Prior Bad Acts
The court ruling on Harvey Weinstein's case highlighted the need for legislative changes to permit prosecutors to present evidence of prior bad acts in sex crimes cases. [ more ]
Adams, Hochul tout passage of law allowing city to lower speed limits
New law allows NYC to lower speed limits to increase traffic safety, honoring Sammy Cohen Eckstein. Advocates urge drivers to slow down for safer streets. [ more ]
Louisiana moves to make abortion pills 'controlled dangerous substances'
Louisiana is considering categorizing mifepristone and misoprostol as controlled dangerous substances, potentially penalizing possession without a prescription. [ more ]
Senate Passes Bill to Overturn SEC Rule on Bitcoin And Crypto Custody, Biden Threatens Veto
Senate passed legislation to overturn SEC's SAB 121, enabling highly regulated financial firms to custody cryptocurrencies despite potential veto by President Biden. [ more ]
U.S. military sees decline in sexual assault incidents: Gillibrand
Significant decline in sexual assault and harassment in the U.S. military, with 19% decrease in unwanted sexual contact for active duty women and 13% decrease for men compared to 2021. [ more ]
NYC pols seek social workers in all NYPD precincts
Having social workers in all NYPD precincts can help break the cycle of constant arrests and address underlying mental health conditions for individuals. [ more ]
EU countries to extend range of offences foreign drivers can be fined for
New rules in the EU aim to improve enforcement of traffic violations by non-resident drivers through cross-border cooperation and collaboration among national authorities. [ more ]
Youngkin Vetoes Measures to Remove Tax Breaks for Confederate Heritage Group
Governor Youngkin vetoed bills revoking tax exemptions for the United Daughters of the Confederacy, prompting controversy and debates over Confederate heritage in Virginia. [ more ]
Clampdown on dangerous cyclists after fatal collision in Regent's Park
The House of Commons approved new cycling offences, including 'causing death by dangerous cycling', to ensure accountability and safety on the roads. [ more ]
Senator will block RFK site bill unless team honors family of logo creator
Montana Sen. Steve Daines intends to block legislation until the Washington Commanders honor the family of the Native American who helped design the team's former logo. [ more ]
California passed a law to stop pay to play' in local politics. After two years, legislators want to gut it
A 2022 law in California aimed to limit businesses' influence on local elections, supported by legislators but facing opposition for potential watering down. [ more ]
Thursday's Headlines: Will Albany Green Light More Red Light Cameras - Streetsblog New York City
The push for legislation to expand NYC's red light camera program in Albany is aimed at enhancing road safety and decreasing red-light violations. [ more ]
Arizona lawmakers vote by a narrow margin to repeal Civil War-era abortion ban
The Arizona Senate voted to repeal a Civil War-era ban on abortion after a court ruling revived it, amidst uncertainty due to delayed effective date. [ more ]
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul meets Pope Francis while attending climate change conference
Gov. Kathy Hochul met Pope Francis during a climate change conference at the Vatican, emphasizing the need for global cooperation on environmental issues. [ more ]
Lawmakers hope to use this emerging climate science to charge oil companies for disasters
Climate research can now precisely attribute natural disaster costs to individual oil companies, driving legislation for them to pay for damages. [ more ]
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