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Untitled (https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/06/business/coronavirus-white-house-economists.html)

So @jimtankersley talked to Kevin Hassett about the whole "cubic model" mess, and long story short, I'm pretty sure Hassett owes @NateSilver538 $538.




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Zoom Acquires Keybase and Announces Goal of Developing the Most Broadly Used Enterprise End-to-End Encryption Offering - Zoom Blog




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We Chat, They Watch: How International Users Unwittingly Build up WeChat’s Chinese Censorship Apparatus - The Citizen Lab

Important new CitizenLab report: "We Chat, They Watch: How International Users Unwittingly Build up WeChat’s Chinese Censorship Apparatus"




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The Open focused on proceeding as scheduled, exploring contingencies




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With other sports paused, this budding NASCAR star is making the (virtual) leap




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Yousefian v. City of Glendale

(United States Ninth Circuit) - In this action alleging false arrest and malicious prosecution, plaintiff was arrested by defendant police officers for an alleged assault on his father-in-law. After plaintiff's arrest, his wife met with one of the police officers and gave him drugs which she purported to have found in plaintiff's car. Soon thereafter, the police officer and plaintiff's wife began a sexual relationship, and plaintiff was charged with assault, elder abuse, and two counts of drug possession. The drug charges were eventually dismissed for lack of probable cause, and a jury acquitted plaintiff the remaining charges, and after conducting an internal investigation, the City of Glendale terminate the police officer for conduct unbecoming of an officer. Summary judgment in favor of defendants is affirmed, where: 1) notwithstanding plaintiff's self-defense claim, there was probable cause to arrest and prosecute plaintiff for assault and elder abuse; 2) because the police officer's relationship with plaintiff's wife began after all of the evidence related to the altercation had been collected and documented, the officer's later misconduct did not undermine the existence of probable cause; and 3) plaintiff failed to demonstrate a Fourth Amendment seizure with respect to the drug possession charges.



  • Civil Rights
  • Criminal Law & Procedure
  • Ethics & Disciplinary Code

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Zuckerman v. The Metropolitan Museum of Art

(United States Second Circuit) - Held that the doctrine of laches barred a woman from seeking to recover a painting by Pablo Picasso hanging in New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art. The painting once belonged to her ancestors, German Jews who fled the Nazi regime. Affirmed a dismissal based on undue delay in bringing the lawsuit.



  • Injury & Tort Law

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Saher v. Norton Simon Museum of Art

(United States Ninth Circuit) - Affirmed an art museum's title to two oil paintings that the Nazis had stolen from the plaintiff's father-in-law during World War II. The plaintiff sued the museum to recover the two Renaissance masterpieces, but the museum insisted it had good title because the Dutch government validly conveyed the paintings after the war to the person who sold them to the museum. Concluding that the act-of-state doctrine applied here, the Ninth Circuit affirmed summary judgment in favor of the museum.




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L'Chaim House, Inc. v. Div. of Labor Standards Enforcement

(California Court of Appeal) - Affirmed. Plaintiff was cited for wage and hour violations. Plaintiff contended that it could require its employees to work “on-duty” meal periods less than 30 minutes. The appeals court found that an employer must provide meal periods of at least 30 minutes regardless of whether they are on-duty or off-duty.




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Abbey House Media, Inc. v. Simon & Schuster, Inc.

(United States Second Circuit) - Affirming the district court's grant of summary judgment that although Apple and a group of major publishers committed an unlawful antitrust conspiracy there was no antitrust injury that resulted.




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Courthouse News Service v. Brown

(United States Seventh Circuit) - Held that the district court should have abstained from exercising jurisdiction over a lawsuit contending that the First Amendment required the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, to release newly filed complaints to the press at the moment of receipt by her office -- not after processing. Ordered the case dismissed without prejudice.




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Allco Renewable Energy Ltd. v. Massachusetts Electric Company

(United States First Circuit) - Affirming the dismissal of an action by a private energy company against the utility companies because the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act does not provide a private right of action against utility companies and affirming the denial of a motion for additional relief against various Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities officials because the court did not abuse its discretion in doing so.




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THE SCOTT FETZER CO. v. HOUSE OF VACUUMS, INC.

(United States Fifth Circuit) - In a trademark infringement case, summary judgment was granted to defendant as no reasonable jury could conclude that defendant misappropriated plaintiff's mark in any way, and the district court did not abuse its discretion in denying defendant's request for attorneys' fees.




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HI Ltd. P'ship v. Winghouse of Fla., Inc.

(United States Eleventh Circuit) - Judgment against plaintiffs on their claims of trade dress infringement, trade dress dilution, and unjust enrichment, and judgment for one counter-claimant that a settlement agreement barred plaintiffs from bringing the present suit, are affirmed, as plaintiffs' claims fail as a matter of law. Where plaintiffs failed to file a postverdict motion regarding the settlement, they cannot raise it on appeal.




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UT Lighthouse Ministry v. Found. for Apologetic Info. and Research

(United States Tenth Circuit) - In an action claiming trademark infringement, unfair competition, and cybersquatting, summary judgment for defendant is affirmed where: 1) trademark infringement and unfair competition claims failed as plaintiff did not show that "Utah Lighthouse" was protectable, that defendant's use was in connection with any goods or services, and that defendant was likely to cause confusion among consumers as to the source of goods sold on its online bookstore; 2) defendant lacked a bad faith intent to profit from the use of plaintiff's trademark in several domain names under the Anti-Cybersquatting Protection Act (ACPA); and 3) defendant's website met safe harbor conditions of the ACPA since it was a parody.




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Common Cause Indiana v. Lawson

(United States Seventh Circuit) - Affirmed. Injunctions against the state preventing it from implementing a plan to purge voter rolls based on third party information rather than directly contacting voters was affirmed because plaintiff organizations established standing and the decision was not an abuse of discretion.




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More Ozzy TV- Arctic Monkeys 'Four Out Of Five' Video, Muse Concert Film Preview, Cliff Burton Documentary, Sevendust, Free Volbeat Show and more

More Ozzy TV- Arctic Monkeys 'Four Out Of Five' Video, Muse Concert Film Preview, Cliff Burton Documentary, Sevendust, Free Volbeat Show and more




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Alamo Recycling v. Anheuser Busch Inbev Worldwide

(California Court of Appeal) - In a suit brought by operators of recycling centers where beverage containers sold in California may be redeemed for their California Redemption Value, against companies that sell or distribute beverages containers in California, contending that defendants knowingly and "falsely" label beverage containers sold both inside and outside California with "CA CRV," "California Redemption Value," or similar labels when, in fact, under California law, only containers purchased inside California may be redeemed in California, and alleging common law tort claims against defendants for fraud, negligent misrepresentation, strict products liability, interference with prospective economic advantage and business relations, and breach of express warranty, the trial court's judgment of dismissal is affirmed where the injunctive and compensatory relief plaintiffs seek cannot be awarded by a California court because it would violate the "dormant" commerce clause of the federal Constitution.




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Common Cause Indiana v. Lawson

(United States Seventh Circuit) - Affirmed. Injunctions against the state preventing it from implementing a plan to purge voter rolls based on third party information rather than directly contacting voters was affirmed because plaintiff organizations established standing and the decision was not an abuse of discretion.




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Rucho v Common Cause

(United States Supreme Court) - Vacated and remanded. Plaintiffs as voters in North Carolina and Maryland filed suit challenging congressional districting maps as unconstitutional partisan gerrymanders. The district court ruled in favor of plaintiffs. The US Supreme Court held that partisan gerrymandering claims present political questions that are beyond the reach of the federal courts.




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Tom Fitton: Michael Flynn Got Justice Because He had Lawyers Willing to Push Back Against DOJ, FBI

President of Judicial Watch Tom Fitton told Breitbart News that General Michael Flynn only got justice because he had lawyers who "insisted upon it" and pushed back "against the entire political class" in Washington, D.C.




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French EDM Composer DP Releases New Album 'House Vol. 1'

The French Composer Of EDM Known Internationally As DP Has Released His Latest LP Record, “House Vol. 1”




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Clyde P Drops Tech House Workout 'Side GF'

Parisian Producer Clyde P Makes His Return To Static Music




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Capitol Chat: State Refuses To Release Sexual Harassment Complaint Data Since January

Public records requests are tricky and can often take weeks, or longer, before a reporter hears back. And sometimes, the request is denied and the reporter is left without vital data.

CapRadio’s Capitol Bureau Chief Ben Adler has submitted records requests for sexual harassment complaint data from the California Legislature, but officials have refused to provide data on complaints made since January 31, 2019. On the latest Cap Chat, he details what this could mean for how the state handles these claims in the future.




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New Island Entertainment Presents A F8ckin Birthday Extravaganza At Santos Party House

NIE Presents: The Hsu-nami, Fuck Your Birthday, NegativeHate, Stereobird @ Santos Party House




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Bay Area Reggae/Latin Powerhouse BAYONICS Sets Worldwide Release Of Their Highly Anticipated New Album RESILIENCE

BAYONICS Will Release Their New Album RESILIENCE In Stores And Online August 2, 2019.




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Zakaryan v. The Men's Wearhouse, Inc.

(California Court of Appeal) - Held that a store manager complaining of wage-and-hour violations did not have to arbitrate his claim under California's Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). Also, courts may not split a solitary PAGA claim and send only part of it to arbitration. Affirmed the denial of the store's motion to compel arbitration.



  • Dispute Resolution & Arbitration
  • Labor & Employment Law

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New Concert Series To Debut In Westfield, Massachusetts

New Concert Series To Debut In Westfield, Massachusetts - Tickets On Sale This Friday September 27th At 10 AM




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HOUSE OF BLUES MUSIC FORWARD FOUNDATION TO PRESENT FREE MUSIC INDUSTRY CAREER FAIRS IN SELECT CITIES ACROSS U.S.

Registration Now Open For All Access Fest In Oct. 2019 The Nation’s Only Music Career Expo For Youth





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Users are urged to get malware protection immediately

Due to a sharp increase in malware related spam, we urge everyone to make sure that their computers are adequately protected against malware attacks. If you don't have protection against malware, we strongly suggest an Internet Security suite. Feel free to contact us if you need any information about malware protection. You might also want for check out the latest examples of malware spam e-mails.




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A SOPHISTICATED JUXTAPOSITION OF JOY, MELANCHOLY, AND MYSTERY INFUSE SINGER/SONGWRITER/GUITARIST JANA HERZEN’S THIRD ALBUM, ‘NOTHING BUT LOVE’ ; Out 1.17.20 On Motéma Music

Collection Of Folk, Pop, World And Jazz Originals Tells A Tale Of Love In Many Guises;




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Ken Buck aide among those accused of election fraud, corruption by Weld County GOP chair

The Weld County GOP chairman has filed a complaint with the local district attorney and the Secretary of State’s Office accusing an aide to Republican U.S. Rep. Ken Buck and three others of election fraud and corruption.




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Colorado state employees’ raises at risk because of coronavirus’ economic impact

Colorado lawmakers may forgo raises next year as they anticipate having to make major changes in the overall state budget -- including eliminating raises for all state employees.





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International Longshore and Warehouse Union v. ICTSI Oregon, Inc.

(United States Ninth Circuit) - Affirming the district court's dismissal of an antitrust claim alleging anti-competitive activities engaged in by a labor union and a multi-employer collective bargaining association, holding that nonstatutory exemption, the Noerrr-Pennington doctrine, and Sherman Act immunized defendants' activities.



  • Antitrust & Trade Regulation
  • Labor & Employment Law

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DeHoog v. Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV

(United States Ninth Circuit) - Affirmed the dismissal of a private antitrust action brought by consumers seeking to enjoin the largest U.S. beer producer from acquiring the second largest. The consumers argued in this action brought under section 7 of the Clayton Act that the merger would lessen competition in the U.S. beer market. Concluding that they failed to state a claim, the Ninth Circuit emphasized that the U.S. Department of Justice, as a condition of approving the merger, had required the company being acquired to divest entirely its domestic beer business.



  • Antitrust & Trade Regulation
  • Consumer Protection Law

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Metro district board candidates face election challenges because of coronavirus restrictions

The novel coronavirus pandemic has been a challenge for dozens of metropolitan district board candidates across Colorado as they grapple with stay-at-home orders and social distancing impacting their campaigns.




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Now you can support a local art house, a film festival as they move to streaming amid coronavirus outbreak

Make your popcorn, grab a blanket and stream the latest indie films from your home.




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Jefferson County wildfire 80% contained, cause not determined

A wildfire that broke out near Forest Road 560 on Saturday is 80% contained and still smoking as the dead trees burn away, according to the US Forest Service.





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He was shot trying to stop an armed classmate during the STEM School shooting. Now, Josh Jones is focused on helping others.

Faith and a newfound sense of purpose have helped Josh Jones cope over the past year since the STEM School shooting, even as he ponders -- without answers -- why he and his friends have had to deal with this tragedy at their young age.




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WATCH: MSU Denver uses 3D printing lab to produce personal protective equipment for health care workers

Ted Shin, the chair of the Department of Industrial Design at Metropolitan State University of Denver, could see coronavirus coming, first in China, then in Italy.





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Man arrested, accused of sexually assaulting runner on trail in Fort Collins

A man in Fort Collins sexually assaulted a woman who was running on the Poudre River Trail and the assailant fled the area on a bicycle.




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The Game Cast Steps Into The Penthouse for Part 2



The cast of The Game returns for round 2.




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Check out all of the guests who came by the penthouse!



See this week's highlights from the penthouse!






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Keesha Urges Everyone to Push Through Their Excuses



Don't let your excuses stop you from trying.