(United States Fifth Circuit) - Affirmed. The district court's dismissal of claims for interference and retaliation in violation of the Family and Medical Leave Act in the case of a man reprimanded for swearing, quoting the bible, and generally being abrasive in colleague interactions.

(California Court of Appeal) - Held that a lawyer should not have been disqualified from representing a student-employee at a community college in a sexual harassment case. He did not violate California State Bar Rules of Professional Conduct concerning communications with represented parties when he contacted another student-employee seeking a witness statement. Granted writ relief.

(California Court of Appeal) - Reversing the judgment and remanding the case of a woman whose home had a distressing electric charge, particularly in the shower, as the result of a power plant next door because the trial court erred in admitting irrelevant evidence relating to stray voltage incidents involving prior owners and tenants and that the admission of that evidence was prejudicial.

(Supreme Court of California) - In a government contracts dispute alleging the tort of intentional interference with prospective economic advantage, the Court of Appeals judgment overturning the trial court's judgment sustaining defendants demurrer, is reversed where plaintiffs' allegations -- that they had submitted the second lowest bids on several contracts awarded to defendant, and that their bids would have been accepted but for defendant's wrongful conduct during the bidding process -- are insufficient because: 1) public works contracts are a unique species of commercial dealings; 2) in the contracts at issue here, the public entities retained broad discretion to reject all bids; 3) the bids were sealed, and there were no postsubmission negotiations; 4) in awarding the contracts, the public entities could give no preference to any bidder based on past dealings, and were required to accept the lowest responsible bid; and 5) in these highly regulated circumstances, plaintiffs had 'at most a hope for an economic relationship and a desire for future benefit.' Blank v. Kirwan (1985) 39 Cal.3d 311, 331.

(California Court of Appeal) - Held that citizen groups could not proceed with their challenge to the environmental review conducted for a proposed mixed-use development project in downtown San Francisco. Affirmed the denial of writ relief.

(United States Ninth Circuit) - Reversed the denial of the plaintiffs' request for attorney fees following the settlement of litigation challenging California's attempt to reduce the rate of Medi-Cal reimbursement for healthcare providers by 10 percent. Remanded for further proceedings on the attorney fee request.

(California Court of Appeal) - Held that citizen groups could not proceed with their challenge to the environmental review conducted for a proposed mixed-use development project in downtown San Francisco. Affirmed the denial of writ relief.

(United States Fifth Circuit) - Invalidated portions of an Environment Protection Agency final rule regarding waste streams from steam-electric power plants. Remanded to the agency for reconsideration in regard to legacy wastewater and combustion residual leachate, in this challenge brought by environmentalists, utilities and others.

(Supreme Court of California) - Held that businesses may not recover compensation for purely economic losses suffered from mere proximity to an industrial accident (a massive, months-long leak from a natural gas storage facility). Negligence law did not provide them a remedy for income lost because of the leak, in this case where they alleged no property damage or personal injury.

(United States First Circuit) - In a lawsuit over the trademarking and continued sale of a chicken sandwich, alleging violations of the Lanham Act and Copyright Act, the district court's order dismissing the federal claims and declination of jurisdiction over the supplemental Puerto Rico law claims is affirmed where: 1) there was no violation of the Copyright Act because neither the name "Pechu Sandwich" nor the recipe are eligible for copyright protection; and 2) the complaint fails to sufficiently plead that defendant committed fraud in the procurement of a federal trademark for the sandwich.

(United States Fifth Circuit) - Vacated and remanded. An Americans with Disabilities Act claim should not have been dismissed at the summary judgment phase because there were issues of material fact.

(United States Ninth Circuit) - Held that an engineering company could not proceed with a class action lawsuit alleging that its former concrete supplier unlawfully recorded cellular phone users' calls without their consent. Affirmed an order decertifying the class on the ground that the class representative lacked individual standing.

(Supreme Court of California) - Held that businesses may not recover compensation for purely economic losses suffered from mere proximity to an industrial accident (a massive, months-long leak from a natural gas storage facility). Negligence law did not provide them a remedy for income lost because of the leak, in this case where they alleged no property damage or personal injury.

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(United States Seventh Circuit) - Affirmed in part and reversed in part. A company that was unaware of a debt discharge in bankruptcy was not liable for continuing to attempt to collect on its debt, but one company who was notified and proceeded in state court could be held liable for actions taken by counsel on its behalf.

Baker neighborhood fashion boutique Fancy Tiger Clothing will drop the fancy and the tiger from its name next month when it rebrands as FM. The name change will be accompanied by the addition of a permanent DJ booth, more house-made clothing and expanded services in the shop at 55 Broadway in Denver.

(United States Fourth Circuit) - Held that the United States should be substituted as a party defendant in a lawsuit in which two defendants were tobacco industry businesspeople who had agreed to perform undercover work for the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. The question before the Fourth Circuit was whether the United States should be substituted as a party defendant. The panel held that the answer was yes, and thus reversed the district court's ruling on the matter.

American sports fans starved for live games may find a measure of salvation from an unlikely source: South Korean baseball. The Korea Baseball Organization season begins Tuesday, and ESPN has announced plans for live broadcasts of its games.

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Bermuda’s Flora Duffy raced to victory in the Ironman 70.3 South Africa this weekend, recording a dominating victory that saw her finish some two minutes ahead of the second place finisher. “No surprise to see Flora Duffy in a league of her own in the swim, she’s typically seen at the front of every race […] (Click to read the full article)

A total of 55 points were put on the board on the second day of the 2019 World Rugby Classic at the National Sports Center. Ireland Legends 25 – USA Eagles 8 Ireland put on a dominant performance as they defeated the United States in the opening game of the second day of the World […] (Click to read the full article)

Jyire Mitchell and Zendai Ingham competed at the Mega & Ultra Series in South Carolina. Mitchell competed in the 450 A/Pro Class where he crossed the line in second position twice and finished second overall. Ingham, who had engine problems, finished 9th in the School Boy 2 Class, after he recorded a Did Not Finish […] (Click to read the full article)

Following the incident this weekend, Southampton Rangers extended their apology to the BFA and community, and said they have started the disciplinary process for the players involved in the altercation and “will act swiftly in handing out the necessary punishment.” This follows after a football match had to be abandoned this weekend after an altercation broke out […] (Click to read the full article)

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The Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club saw their season continue on Sunday [Oct 20] at the Bermuda Motor Sports Park track with spectators being treated to a full afternoon of racing with the Bermuda Karting Club also participating in the day’s activities. The 2013 BMRC National Championship Series continues with two more race days scheduled in […] (Click to read the full article)

The Bermuda Motocross Club racing season continued with racing action on Sunday [Jan 11] at the Bermuda Motorsports Park at Southside, St. David’s. Jauza James won the 50cc Class on the day with a win and two second place finishes. Rajae Whitter finished second with two wins and a fourth place finish while Michael McLean […] (Click to read the full article)

The Southampton Parish Council recently awarded its annual scholarships to students of Southampton parish to help them to pursue their university education, with a small ceremony recently held at the Gibbs Hill Lighthouse. Pictured [L-R]: Scholarship Recipient Ms Veronica Swan-DeGraff and Southampton Parish Scholarship Committee Chair Ms. Sakina Darrell; Southampton Parish Council Chairperson Ms. Stacey-Lee Williams […] (Click to read the full article)

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The annual Goslings to Fairmont Southampton Road Race is set to take place on Sunday, January 12, 2020, taking runners on a 7.2-mile course between Goslings Headquarters in Hamilton and Fairmont Southampton. A spokesperson said, “Ready, Set… Rum! Bermuda is getting ready for the popular annual Goslings to Fairmont Southampton Road Race. Fairmont Southampton, Goslings, […] (Click to read the full article)

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The Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club [BMRC] season continued today [Sept 30] at the Southside Motorsports Park in St. David’s and spectators were treated to double the race action with the Bermuda Motocross Club race season getting underway this afternoon. The 4-minute live video replay is below: The club’s next race day is scheduled for October […] (Click to read the full article)

The Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Association [formally BMRC] hosted the 6th round of their 2019 summer circuit racing series on Sunday [Aug 25] under intermittent rain shower conditions at the RUBiS Southside Motorsports Raceway. With a new track layout that tested both new and veteran riders alike, crowds saw spectacular racing, for 4 races despite the […] (Click to read the full article)

The Bermuda Karting Club’s season continued at the Rubis Southside Motor Sports Park today [Feb 3] with a full day of racing under sunny conditions. Ryan Rebello won Race #1 in the 125cc Stock Shifter Class while Scott “Skitchy” Barnes placed second and Owen DeCosta placed third. Nile Bean took first place in the first race for […] (Click to read the full article)

The Bermuda Karting Club’s season continued at the Rubis Motor Sports Park at Southside today [March 17] with Nile Bean winning all three races in the Cadet Class. Scott ‘Skitchy’ Barnes took the checkered flag in the three Tag Senior Class races. David Barbosa would win two of the three races in the L206 Masters […] (Click to read the full article)

Fairmont Southampton has achieved the Planet 21 Gold Level thanks to their efforts to make the hotel and the guest experiences offered more sustainable, along with environmental work within the community. A spokesperson said, “Fairmont Southampton have examined all aspects of the business and our colleagues’ efforts to make further positive contributions to the community, […] (Click to read the full article)

On Friday [April 24], the Government launched the drive-through testing facility at Southside, which offers free testing to essential workers, including hospital staff, health care workers, police officers, fire service officers, soldiers, prison officers, grocery staff, pharmacy staff, gas stations, utility workers, security officers, stevedores, and other essential workers. Those who wish to get tested can […] (Click to read the full article)

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The Swizzle South Shore in Warwick will “permanently cease operations,” the owner confirmed today, explaining that “the crippling effects of the Covid-19 virus and the subsequent contraction of the local economy for many months to come, it was clear that to continue on would only bring mounting debt.” Jay Correia said, “It is with great […] (Click to read the full article)

In light of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, Fairmont Southampton has lit up select rooms across its property to form hearts in order to show support to all those affected. In an online post, the hotel said, “Fairmont Southampton loves you. Together we can overcome anything. Stay safe and be well.” As the island and world […] (Click to read the full article)

Two people were transported to hospital following a three vehicle collision on Middle Road in Southampton on Monday. A police spokesperson said, “Around 7:55am Monday, January 20th police and fellow first responders were dispatched to a reported three vehicle collision on Middle Road in Southampton near the junction with Avocado Lane. “It appears that the […] (Click to read the full article)

Date: May 8, 2020

Location: South Korea

Tags: Parents' Day, carnations, flowers, stop-motion, Animation

Apple in mid-April reopened Apple Garosugil, its lone store in South Korea, located in the Seoul's Gangnam District.


Apple's South Korea reopening has served as a test ground for further store reopenings, and Apple created an instructional video on reopening practices that's now being shared with other retail employees around the world as they prepare to reopen stores. We're not able to share the video, but it provides a good overview of the measures Apple is putting in place to safely operate retail locations.

Retail employees are following a strict set of guidelines that very heavily emphasize social distancing of two meters (or six feet in the United States). Apple is taking the following measures:

• Prior to when work starts, all employees undergo a health screening complete with a temperature check, with the results logged in a daily spreadsheet.


• Daily briefings are done in the mornings in the Forum area at Apple Stores, with employees making sure to sit at least two meters apart.


• Prior to being allowed in the store, customers are also given a temperature check.


• All ‌Apple Stores‌ are providing hand sanitizer, which customers are encouraged to use.


• Stores are limiting the number of people inside, forming lines with customers waiting at least two meters apart.


• Products purchased by customers or returned after repair are delivered from the back in a relay system, being handed off from employee to employee to allow each person to stay in a separated zone without back and forth.


• Product specialists and Genius Bar staff are positioning themselves across tables away from customers in order to maintain distance.


• In the forum area, employees sit one cube away from customers they're interacting with.


• Employees are encouraged to communicate with one another through the Talk app to cut down on unnecessary movement within the store.


• Half of the workstations in the back are empty, with employees working at alternating workstations to keep more distance between them.


• Tables have been rearranged to put products on corners to prevent customers from being near one another.


• Products on tables have been reduced.


• Communal tables and couches have been removed from employee break rooms and have been replaced with individual chairs evenly spaced about the room.


• Operating hours are reduced.


• Employees are all wearing face masks.

After opening its South Korea store on April 16, Apple has reopened its sole store in Vienna, Austria, and 21 stores located in Australia. Stores in Germany will begin reopening on May 11, and all of the newly opened locations are following many of the same guidelines listed above to keep both customers and employees safe.

There's no word yet on when Apple retail stores in the United States will start to reopen, but Apple CEO Tim Cook last week said that stores in North America will begin reopening starting in the month of May.

Apple plans to evaluate data and make reopening decisions on a city by city, county by county basis, following local guidelines and recommendations before opening up a store.
This article, "Apple Preparing Retail Employees to Return to Work With Tips From South Korea Reopening" first appeared on MacRumors.com

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IBM Research today opened its second research location on the African continent and announced several new project collaborations in the areas of data driven healthcare, digital urban ecosystems and astronomy.

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