A new California law will limit sales of some muscle-building supplements to minors
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law barring people under 18 from buying certain over-the-counter diet pills and supplements marketed for weight loss or muscle building. The measure, AB 2030, was signed Sept. 28 and takes effect Jan. 1, 2027. The governor’s office said nonprescription products that have not been medically approved can carry […]
MLB owners are back with a new plan to limit player salaries and shut down baseball, even after the Brewers win the World Series.
The collective bargaining agreement between Major League Baseball’s players and team owners expires in less than a month, and a lockout in early December now appears all but certain. For months, the league and its owners have argued that a work stoppage is needed to address what they describe as a competitive-balance problem. Their proposed […]
AI expert criticizes extinction concerns, claims tech companies are using false safety claims to limit competition.
Andrew Ng, a leading figure in artificial intelligence, is downplaying concerns about AI potentially leading to human extinction. He suggests that some companies are leveraging “fabricated safety arguments” to advocate for regulations that would stifle competition. In a recent interview with The Economist’s “Inside Tech” podcast, Ng stated, “I think there are no meaningful human […]
DOJ comically RIDICULES Newsom after he approves laws to limit ICE activities in California
California Governor Signs Immigration Restrictions California Governor Gavin Newsom has been ridiculed by a U.S. attorney after enacting new measures aimed at limiting federal immigration operations in the state. In his efforts to enhance his political profile—potentially eyeing a presidential bid in 2028—Newsom has aggressively opposed the Trump administration. In a pointed response, First Assistant […]
Senate Agreement May Limit Opponents to 150 Days for Legal Action on Energy Projects Instead of Six Years
Senate Negotiators Reach Permitting Deal On Monday, Senate negotiators announced they have reached a permitting agreement that limits opponents of energy projects to a 150-day timeframe for filing lawsuits, a significant reduction from the current six years. The full details of the agreement are expected to be released this week, although a vote might not […]
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving system went over the speed limit in Belgium, according to a report.
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving System Under Scrutiny in Belgium Tom Hayes recently shared his thoughts on Tesla’s stock, suggesting that the company is valued as if it can do no wrong. He even dubbed Elon Musk as the “Thomas Edison” of our era. However, he also cautioned investors about the risks associated with such a lofty […]
Costco motor oil price rises to $58 with a new weekly purchase limit
Costco has recently increased the price of motor oil under its Kirkland brand and imposed a purchasing limit due to rising oil costs. A 10-quart case of Kirkland Signature full synthetic motor oil now costs $58. This is a notable jump from the roughly $30 to $35 range it had maintained for several years. Moreover, […]
Meta accepts a daily limit of 2 hours for teen use of Instagram and Facebook
Meta agrees to new teen rules in landmark social media settlement Clare Morell, a tech policy expert, discusses the implications of a landmark settlement involving Meta that establishes new rules aimed at combating youth addiction to social media. The settlement enforces a two-hour daily limit on Facebook and Instagram usage for users under 18, prohibits […]
Trump announces national emergency in order to limit imports of certain foreign electric grid parts.
Trump Issues Executive Order on Electric Grid Security President Donald Trump has enacted Executive Order (EO) 14420, which establishes a national emergency aimed at limiting the import and installation of foreign-made electric grid components that are considered a risk to national security. In a statement regarding the EO, titled “Declaring a National Emergency to Secure […]
Parents criticize Meta’s effort to limit children’s access to its platforms.
On Wednesday, Meta, the tech giant behind Facebook and Instagram, announced an unprecedented $18 billion settlement with 47 U.S. states. This decision aims to resolve accusations that social media platforms have adversely affected American children. In addition to this significant financial payout—thought to reflect about a month’s revenue for the company—Meta committed to a comprehensive […]