PacifiCorp, a utility owned by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway, agreed to pay $178 million to settle claims by 403 plaintiffs related to two Oregon wildfires in 2020, bringing the total settled claims to nearly 1,500.
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Johnson & Johnson Ordered to Pay an Oregon Woman $260 Million After Getting Cancer Using the Powder
The 48-year-old Oregon woman claimed that she's been using Johnson & Johnson powder for 30 years and has been inhaling asbestos in return, but Johnson & Johnson maintained that their products do not contain such and do not cause cancer.
Bitcoin Billionaire Michael Saylor Reaches $40 Million Settlement in DC Tax Fraud Case
Billionaire bitcoin investor and MicroStrategy founder Michael Saylor will pay $40 million to settle a tax fraud lawsuit brought by Washington, DC, Attorney General Brian Schwalb.
Dr. Anthony Fauci Confesses to Making Up COVID Social Distancing, Mask Rules
Dr. Anthony Fauci faced rigorous questioning from Republicans, including one who declined to address him as a doctor, during his appearance before a US House committee.
Poppi Soda Brand Facing Lawsuit, Alleging It Deceives Customers About Health Benefits
Poppi is being sued by a customer who disputes the promises it makes about gut health. Atmosphere at the Poppi Soda's Back Beach Bash at Gurney's Montauk on July 28, 2023 in Montauk, New York.
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New York plans to ban social media companies from using algorithms to control content for youth without parental consent, addressing concerns about the platforms' impact on mental health.
The US DOT fined three airlines over $2 million and ordered them to repay customers for COVID-19-canceled flights.
Microsoft President Brad Smith said that only a few AI deepfakes target EU elections. But this shouldn't be celebrated as a victory yet.
Toyota and Mazda halt vehicle shipments amid Japan's widening auto safety scandal due to irregularities in safety test data, leading to suspension of shipments by other automakers and potential repercussions.
Half a million people faced delayed Child Benefit payments on June 3 due to a technical glitch at HMRC, sparking social media complaints and concerns over financial strain.
Fast fashion giant Shein is reportedly gearing up to submit a prospectus to Britain's Financial Conduct Authority as it aims for approval for a potential IPO in London.
Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed a significant tax credit into law aimed at cutting child poverty in half, using the state's TABOR surplus.
Donald Trump's legal team has confirmed his intention to appeal the conviction on 34 felony counts in New York while he complies with a pre-sentencing investigation.
Many Americans will benefit from reduced inhaler costs as AstraZeneca and Boehringer Ingelheim implement new out-of-pocket price caps of $35 per month, reflecting a move towards more affordable asthma medication following years of public concern over high prices.
