Policy

Kalshi Sports Bets Ruled Not Swaps by 9th Circuit
Appeals court rejects Kalshi's argument that sports bets are swaps, allowing Nevada to enforce gambling laws.

Kalshi Sports Bets Ruled Gambling, Not Swaps
Court rules Kalshi sports bets aren't swaps, just gambling with a different name, letting Nevada enforce its gaming laws.

Ex-Council Chief Investigated in DUP Mayor Clothing Probe
Anne Donaghy is one of three referred to prosecutors over alleged misconduct in public office at Mid and East Antrim Borough Council.

Court Blocks FCC Order Expanding Lowest Unit Charge
A federal appeals court blocked an FCC order that would have expanded the lowest unit charge to political parties and joint fundraising committees, calling it a major blow to Republicans.

Idaho Faith Healing Exemption Has Deep Roots
Idaho's faith-healing exemption, which protects parents from neglect charges, has a long history. ProPublica examines how the law evolved and its consequences.

Nvidia Senior Manager Tied to Supermicro AI Smuggling Scheme
Taiwan indicts nine, including an Nvidia senior manager and two Supermicro employees, for forging documents to export AI servers to China.

Texas Flood Victims Rebuild, Then Flood Again
A Texas couple rebuilt after deadly 2025 floods, only to see their home flood again. State rules remain unchanged, allowing rebuilding in risky areas.

FTC Limits on Personalized Pricing May Backfire
Critics warn FTC limits on personalized pricing could kill discounts and raise costs, despite agency's consumer protection goals.

Missouri GOP Anti-Trans Amendment Repeals Abortion Rights
Missouri Republicans place new Amendment 3 on November ballot, bundling abortion ban with gender transition restrictions to reverse 2024 voter-approved rights.

Google Buying Spirit Employee Data Sparks Flight Attendant Revolt
Flight attendants object to Google's $10M purchase of Spirit Airlines worker data, citing privacy loopholes. They ask court to block sale until protections are extended.

What Parents Need to Know About SafeSport
Learn how the U.S. Center for SafeSport works, its limits, and steps parents can take to protect kids from sexual abuse in youth sports.
