Mass handgun rules in Massachusetts become nation’s toughest
The report notes Massachusetts enacts sweeping firearm controls aiming to set the nation’s strictest standards despite unclear phrasing in the source. Officials emphasize safety goals, with measures touching licensing, storage, and sale restrictions.
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Prosecutor Claims Adviser Bilked Celebrity Clients
New York prosecutors accuse Dana C Giacchetto a 37 year old adviser of stealing from celebrity clients including Leonardo Dicaprio Matt Damon Ben Affleck and Alanis Morissette to fund a lavish lifestyle. They say he diverted about 20 million from clients and pocketed more than 86 million, maneuvering funds through his accounts to repay his expenses. Authorities allege he used the money for apartment hotels travel dining and entertainment.
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Sex discrimination suit covers five EBS TV stations
A federal judge approved class action status for a sex discrimination suit against CBS covering five EBS TV stations in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Minneapolis, and Green Bay. Plaintiff Rebecca Beckman of WCCO-TV testified she was denied three promotions that went to men, with other plaintiffs citing sexist supervisor remarks.
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Salvage Ship Retrieves Second EgyptAir Engine
In NORTH KINGSTOWN a salvage ship recovered the second engine from EgyptAir Flight 990. The debris, located about 60 miles south of Nantucket, was sent ashore Monday as FBI and NTSB investigators examined the parts. About 70 percent of the aircraft had been recovered. all 217 aboard died in the October crash. The cause remains undetermined.
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Milton Brutten a pioneer in private special education dies
Milton Brutten, 77, a clinical psychologist and early expert on learning disabilities, died in Devon, Pennsylvania from complications after a stroke. He helped found the Vanacd School in Paoli in 1969 and later the School for Dyslexics in suburban Philadelphia in 1977, shaping private education for children with disabilities.
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Microsoft remains aggressive despite clouded legal path
The Associated Press reports that despite a cloudy legal future, Microsoft is expected to stay aggressive. Goldman Sachs maintains Microsoft on its recommended list though some analysts urge caution amid ongoing suits alleging stifling of competitors.
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Gates plans new products despite antitrust ruling
Microsoft faces a looming penalty as Justice Department and state lawyers weigh options from breaking up the company to sharing code. Joel Kien shows willingness to settle if violations are resolved. Steve Ballmer calls for government openness as appeals proceed.
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Possible outcomes if Microsoft violates antitrust ruling
Washington report outlines several possible futures after a ruling against Microsoft. Scenarios include splitting Microsoft into two or more firms handling Windows and Office in separate units, forming multiple equal entities nicknamed Baby Bills, licensing Windows, and forcing stripped down versions and enhanced Windows clones. The plan may require Windows to be licensed to rivals and to provide hooks and a brows er-free version, altering business practices.
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Group to file complaint over New York Senate race funding
A government watchdog group plans to file with the Federal Election Commission alleging that joint soft money fundraising accounts run by the DSCC for Hillary Clinton and the NRSC for Rudy Giuliani blur hard and soft money rules. Officials say such arrangements are legal and common, with Giuliani and Clinton each raising substantial sums as polls show a tight race.
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Microsoft antitrust verdict sparks private lawsuit wave
Court findings accuse Microsoft of monopolistic abuse and jurists say private plaintiffs could pursue billions in damages across federal and state suits. Experts note easier proof under Sherman Act and state laws, while company plans appeal and confirms continued product development.
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OCC selects Sydow as new president amid praise from board
OCC board and faculty praise Debbie Sydow as a rising star after she tops finalists Darrell Cole and Priscila Bell. Colleagues recall her leadership at Mountain State Community College and her strong interview reception. Murphy notes high marks for her tenure as dean and acting president, with support from faculty and board members.
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