Trump says Apple’s Tim Cook called with concerns about EU penalties
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said he received a call from Apple CEO Tim Cook about concerns about fines imposed by the European Union on the iPhone maker. Apple did not respond to requests to confirm the authenticity of the calls. European regulators have launched a series of investigations into Big Tech companies in recent […]
Rangers undone by questionable goalie interference penalties
The exact definition of goaltender interference in the NHL is still unclear. On Saturday night, not only did the Rangers find themselves in a bind in terms of officiating in their home opener, which they lost 6-5 in overtime, but the club also faced not one, but two cases of questionable goalkeeper interference. He charged […]
Giants’ Darius Slayton Sees Double Standard in NFL’s Violent Gesture Penalties
New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton accused the NFL's gun-finger enforcement of double standards after receiving a penalty for pointing his finger downfield on Sunday. Still, that wasn't the case for other players, including Patrick Mahomes. FOX News reported In Sunday's game against the Seattle Seahawks, Slayton was penalized for “making a first-down gesture […]
Supreme Court rejects ‘Pharma Bro’ Martin Shkreli’s appeal of penalties
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday heard former pharmaceutical CEO Martin Shkreli's challenge to a $64.6 million fine imposed by a judge after he raised the price of a life-saving drug by more than 4,000%. was rejected. The justices rejected Shkreli's appeal of a lower court ruling in 2015 that upheld a penalty equal to […]
Jets’ secondary racks up penalties as Robert Saleh fumes with refs
LONDON — You can't blame penalties for this week's rhythm. The Jets had no false starts this week compared to five last week, but the penalty issue turned into a secondary issue. Cornerbacks Sauce Gardner (3) and DJ Reed (2) combined for five penalties, including a series of three straight that led to the Vikings' […]
Evan Gershkovich and other American hostages face thousands in IRS penalties when they return home
U.S. citizens like Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich who are unjustly detained in other countries face large bills from the Internal Revenue Service for unpaid taxes when they return home. Mr. Gershkovic and another American hostage, Paul Whelan, who was released in August, were charged for unpaid taxes and consequential costs incurred while held […]
Jets have Aaron Rodgers cadence dilemma as issues add to brutal day of penalties
Aaron Rodgers' famous rhythm may have surprised the Jets. Gang Green committed four offensive pre-snap penalties in Sunday's 10-9 loss to the Broncos, something coach Robert Saleh said needs to be looked into. September 29, 2024 Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) calls a play during the first half. Robert Szabo of the New York Post […]
Majority of Californians support restoring felony theft penalties ahead of public vote
new Statewide Poll In California, nearly three-quarters of the Golden State's residents “Proposition 47” – A 2014 referendum that reduced penalties for theft, forgery and drug offences. Critics blame the current policy, which includes a provision that makes shoplifting of items under $950 a misdemeanor, for a surge in crime hitting the state's urban areas. […]
Newsom signs bill to resume harsh penalties for smash-and-grab robberies in California
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday signed a bill that restores tough criminal penalties for those involved in the grand theft schemes and burglary sprees that continue to vex voters across the state. Under the new law, prosecutors will be required to impose tougher penalties on anyone who damages or destroys property worth more than […]
Majority Of Californians Support Harsher Penalties For Theft, Drug Possession: Poll
A majority of Californians support tougher penalties for repeat offenders of theft and fentanyl-related crimes as crime in the state weighs heavily on residents., That’s according to a Los Angeles Times poll released Friday. Approximately 56% of Californians support the proposed ballot measure, Proposition 36, which would make theft of $950 or less a felony […]