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China criticizes U.S. for WHO pullout, accusing it of sidestepping international law
China criticized the United States for withdrawing from the WHO, saying countries should not place domestic politics ahead of international law.
Congress rebuffs Trump’s $33B in cuts to health, human services
Congress approved the first public health funding bill in Trump's second term. In it, lawmakers largely rejected his proposed spending cuts.
Ninth Circuit Upholds Administrator’s Denial of Residential Mental Health Benefits Under ERISA
In an unpublished memorandum decision, the Ninth Circuit in R.R. v. California Physicians' Service d/b/a Blue Shield of California, affirmed the insurer
River North hotel owner hit with $57 million foreclosure lawsuit
The complaint involving debt on the Godfrey Hotel Chicago shows downtown hotels continue to struggle with higher costs and depressed property values despite the strong return of leisure travel.
Live updates: The latest on the Trump administration as US-Iran talks are underway in Oman
Nuclear talks between the US and Iran are underway in Oman. Meanwhile, lawmakers remain sharply divided over DHS and ICE funding. Follow for live news updates.
Kaiser workers launch war against AI, protesting potential job losses and patient harm
From anxiety about job loss to data privacy, mental health workers, lawmakers and labor unions are trying to mitigate AI's risks as healthcare providers double down on the technology.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Steps Onto a Wider Stage
The progressive lawmaker is taking a larger role in Democratic politics, supporting moderate candidates and helping drive the party’s economic message. Now she is planning a major trip abroad.
They Came for Its Riches, but Big Business Is Souring on South Africa
The corporate exodus is accelerating, propelled by a toxic cocktail of corruption, lawlessness and poor infrastructure.
Mount Pleasant swimmer wins Week 9 Delaware Online Athlete of the Week, presented by Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists
Athlete of the Week voting runs Monday through Thursday each week.
New Business Licenses: 2.6.26
Chesterfield reports two law firms, a wellness business, an outdoor adventure group and more. (BizSense Pro required)
Slotkin, Houlahan refuse to sit for DOJ interviews over ‘illegal orders’ video
Two Democratic lawmakers – Sen. Elissa Slotkin of Michigan and Rep. Chrissy Houlahan of Pennsylvania – said Thursday they will not sit for interviews with the Justice Department related to their involvement in a video urging service members to disobey illegal orders.
Failure to Alert Judge to Press Law for Reporter Search Draws Ethical Scrutiny
The Justice Department may have violated a candor rule by not disclosing a 1980 law when seeking a warrant for a Washington Post reporter’s home.
Lawmakers Say They Will Not Cooperate With Inquiry Into Illegal Orders Video
The Justice Department investigation was an escalation in the administration’s response to a video that President Trump said was “punishable by death.”
‘OPB Politics Now’: Lawmakers begin Salem session, plus the politics surrounding Portland’s ICE building
The 35-day session is off to a rollicking start.
Lawsuit challenges DeSantis' authority to call special session for redistricting
A lawsuit claims Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis lacks the authority to call a special session to redraw congressional maps mid-decade
Lawmakers approve $10M for western Wisconsin mental health and treatment facility
Wisconsin lawmakers have released $10 million to help construct a new mental health and substance abuse treatment center in western Wisconsin.
Georgia politics roundup: Legislative session update, how 2026 midterm elections are shaping up
In Washington, resignations and retirements are leaving four Republican-held U.S. House seats in Georgia up for grabs this year. This all comes as local state lawmakers in Georgia are convening for the 2026 legislative session. On Thursday’s “Closer Look,” WABE politics reporter Rahul Bali returned to talk about the latest news from Georgia State Capitol.
Mobile sports betting bill passes Mississippi House
Mobile sports betting passed the House, clearing its first hurdle to becoming Mississippi law. Now, it faces an unfriendly Senate again.
ICYMI: NFIB Members Meet with South Dakota Lawmakers on Small Business Day
Small Business Day is an opportunity for small business owners to engage with South Dakota lawmakers
SD committee supports health care provider conscience exemption bill
Health care providers would be able to refuse to perform services for patients under a bill South Dakota lawmakers endorsed on Thursday at the Capitol in Pierre.
Massachusetts Considers a Healthcare Preceptor Tax Credit | Insights
Proposed legislation in Massachusetts creates a tax credit for healthcare providers who work as a preceptor in a an approved preceptorship program.
Visa Introduces Visa & Main, A New Platform to Accelerate Small Business Growth Across the U.S.
New program aims to tackle biggest challenges for entrepreneurs across three pillars: Business Capital, Business Connect and Business Essentials Visa Main launches $100M working capital facility Visa (NYSE: V) today announced the launch of Visa Main , a new platform designed to give small business owners across the United States better access to the resources they need to succeed. Built in direct response to the most pressing challenges entrepreneurs face—access to capital, reaching customers and adopting modern business tools—the platform brings together capabilities across Visa’s network to help small businesses succeed. Attendees at Visa Main launch event in Atlanta “Small businesses are the heartbeat of local communities and represent nearly half of our country’s economic activity,” said Kim Lawrence, Regional President of North America, Visa. “With Visa Main, we’re connecting Visa’s products and in-house knowledge with the expertise of our clients and
Oklahoma Small Business Files Lawsuit Challenging State’s Unconstitutional Restrictions on Selling Caskets
OKLAHOMA CITY—Today, a Hughes County small business filed a lawsuit challenging an Oklahoma law that arbitrarily restricts who can and cannot sell caskets in the […]
Hochul, state legislature poised to spar over climate goals
Gov. Kathy Hochul this week sent the strongest signals yet that changes to the state’s 2019 climate law could be coming.
Hollywood and Washington converge as celebrities, lawmakers speak out on grievances
This last week has demonstrated, once again, that politics and pop culture are deeply intertwined.
Dave Aronberg, Sean Shaw endorse José Javier Rodríguez for Attorney General
‘Florida needs an Attorney General who understands the job is not about politics, but about enforcing the law.’
Top lawmakers review whistleblower complaint against Tulsi Gabbard
Fort Lauderdale bans drinking alcohol outdoors in entertainment districts
Drinking alcohol outdoors in Fort Lauderdale’s entertainment districts is now against the law.
Ethics Opinion 1291: Participation in an Alternative Business Structure (ABS) - New York State Bar Association
Opinion 1291 (01/30/2026) Topic: Participation in an Alternative Business Structure (ABS) Digest: A New York lawyer may hold a financial interest in an ABS which renders legal services in a jurisdiction where such provision of legal services is permitted. A New York lawyer may have a contractual relationship with such an entity pursuant to which
Lawmakers talk safety standards for autonomous vehicles
Representatives from Waymo and Tesla testified on Wednesday.
Judge to Trump lawyers trying to move hush money appeal to federal court: ‘You sought two bites at the apple’
A federal judge was skeptical of President Donald Trump’s argument to try to move the appeal of his hush money conviction to federal court — after lawyers already took their shot in two other courts.
Floyd Mayweather sues Showtime Sports for $340 million amid explosive claims of misappropriation
Mayweather is seeking $340 million in misappropriated funds and punitive damages in a stunning lawsuit against Showtime Sports and former Showtime Sports president Stephen Espinoza.
Whistleblower complaint centers on sharing of classified intelligence and reporting of a potential crime, watchdog says
A complaint filed last year by a US intelligence community whistleblower that is now being scrutinized by lawmakers includes claims that the distribution of a highly classified intelligence report had been “restricted for political purposes” and that an intelligence agency lawyer had failed to report a potential crime to the Justice Department, a government watchdog told lawmakers earlier this week.
In Spending Talks, Senators Clash Over Immigration Crackdown
Democrats’ push to rein in federal agents, and Republican opposition, reflect opposite views of whether the deportation drive should be bound by standard law enforcement rules.
US Health Secretary in Nashville to discuss healthy living with lawmakers
Sec. Kennedy’s visit is part of his ‘Take Back Your Health’ campaign.
Former Sitka lawmaker is 3rd Democrat to enter governor’s race
Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins is the 16th candidate to enter the Alaska governor’s race.
Assembly Committee on Science, Technology, and AI
On February 4, 2026, the Assembly Committee on Science, Technology, and AI will hold a public hearing on the following: Assembly Bill 892 Relating to: digital asset staking and the state’s securities laws Assembly Bill 959 Relating to: the legal status of artificial intelligence Assembly Bill 965 Relating to: artificial intelligence systems that simulate humanlike […]
Small Business Owners to Missouri General Assembly: Curb Lawsuit Abuse Now
Annual small business survey finds the majority of Main Street members oppose the regulation of websites.
Parents of trans kids ask: Does California really protect our rights?
AG Bonta's lawsuit against Rady Children's relies on a merger contract, not civil rights law—leaving trans families wondering what protections work
This week in Santa Cruz County business: Joby lawsuit against Archer Aviation moves to federal court; residents sound off on Catalyst demolition
Jessica M. Pasko's weekly look at local business includes an update on Joby Aviation's suit alleging corporate espionage by a competitor and recaps a contentious meeting on the fate of a downtown Santa Cruz landmark.
Firefighter, lawyer advance in pivotal Michigan Senate race
The field of candidates for a special election to decide whether Michigan Democrats keep their majority in the state Senate is set.
How Universities and States Are Increasing Surveillance of Professors
Scrutiny of university classrooms is being formalized, with new laws requiring professors to post syllabuses and tip lines for students to complain.
Trump tried to gut science research funding. Courts and Congress have rebuffed him.
A year ago, federal support for scientific research appeared to be crumbling. But thanks to Congress and several lawsuits, scientists’ worst fears haven’t come to pass.
Seahawks vs Patriots predictions, Super Bowl picks. Can Eagles get back?
Our expert Super Bowl picks on if Seattle's Sam Darnold can outperform New England's Drake Maye as Eagles watch
‘The law is on our side’: Sen. Kelly appears in court to challenge efforts to punish him over ‘illegal orders’ video
Democrats just handed RFK Jr. billions more than he asked for. It was a big risk.
Lawmakers rejected huge health cuts President Donald Trump requested. Kennedy’s diverting the funds to pet projects and red states.
Colorado’s reintroduction of wolverines is based on science not the ballot box biology that got us wolves(Opinion)
Earlier this month, the Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) released the Colorado Wolverine Restoration Plan, one of the final steps required by law to reestablish a wolverine population in the state…
‘Game is over’: Iran’s ex-leaders, hardliners clash after protest killings
A former reformist leader wants the Islamic Republic gone while lawmakers wish to see an ex-president executed.
Medicaid cost, DCF oversight among CT lawmakers’ 2026 priorities
Connecticut legislators have lofty ambitions to tackle major health and human services challenges during the 2026 legislative session.
House passes budget bill to end partial government shutdown
The measure funds most of the federal government through Sept. 30, while providing the Department of Homeland Security with short-term funding for two weeks. Lawmakers will return to negotiate potential changes for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement as Democrats demand more restrictions on its operations.
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of late Libyan leader, has been killed, sources say
The most prominent son of late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, has been killed, sources close to the family, his lawyer Khaled el-Zaydi and Libyan media said on Tuesday.
Which House GOP lawmaker voted against ending shutdown?
Only one Republican ultimately voted against advancing a government funding bill, which moved ahead on a 217-215 vote.
The Review of Politics is pleased to welcome Thom Brooks to our editorial advisory board.
Professor Brooks serves as Principal of Collingwood College and holds a personal Chair in Law, Ethics and Government at Durham University, whe...
Key business publications spotlight new Sportservice leaders
Two recently appointed leaders of Delaware North’s Sportservice business – Tom Barney and Adrian Dishington – were profiled this month in Sports Business Journal (SBJ) and Buffalo Business First, respectively. Together, their stories highlight both the company’s deep bench of homegrown talent and its ability to attract global hospitality expertise to Buffalo. Tom Barney featured in Sports Business Journal In an interview […]
The poison pill of politics in the Jack Smith saga
This was always about politics, not the Constitution or the law more generally.
Holland & Knight Health Dose: February 3, 2026 | Insights
The U.S. House of Representatives will consider a funding agreement that would fund nearly all remaining federal agencies through fiscal year 2026 and avoid a shutdown.
APT28 Uses Microsoft Office CVE-2026-21509 in Espionage-Focused Malware Attacks
APT28 exploited a Microsoft Office flaw to deliver MiniDoor and Covenant Grunt malware in targeted attacks across Ukraine and Eastern Europe.
Patriots' star 'excited' for new Commanders OC David Blough
Christian Gonzalez is preparing for the Super Bowl, while his brother-in-law just landed a big promotion.
Iowa bill targets illicit massage businesses linked to human trafficking
Under current Iowa law, massage therapists must be licensed — but the businesses that employ them are not. That means when illegal services are uncovered, enforcement often falls on individual therapists rather than the owners running the operation.
New bill would allow bets on entertainment and award shows in Illinois
ILLINOIS (WCIA) — An Illinois lawmaker wants to make sure the state and businesses aren’t missing out on extra revenue from a growing entertainment betting industry. A new bill, SB 2667, intr…
Family of Colorado man killed by deputy outside Highlands Ranch entertainment venue files wrongful death lawsuit
Attorneys say videos of the shooting contradict statements from the sheriff's office and show that the man's back was to the deputy and his gun was pointed at the ground at the time he was shot.
Fuller: The Rule of Law is America’s way out of political violence
The Rule of Law is not an abstraction. It is the guardrail that keeps disagreement from becoming destruction.
SF small business owners file class action lawsuit against PG&E after December outages
The class action lawsuit filed Monday claims the utility caused Sunset District businesses significant financial harm during a series of outages around the holidays.
K&C Sports & Entertainment Law Weekly Roundup
This month's rash of indictments over alleged point-shaving in college basketball seems unlikely to prompt immediate wholesale changes within the NCAA, with the organization instead looking...
Dramatic reductions proposed for US science agencies by Trump ...
Final 2026 budget figures, passed by Congress and signed into law, reject significant cuts that the White House had proposed
Media & Entertainment Group Of The Year: Gibson Dunn
Gibson Dunn & Crutcher LLP successfully defended OpenAI in the first defamation case against a chatbot, is representing Warner Bros. Television in a battle over the medical drama "The Pitt" and secured an appellate victory for Bob Dylan in a high-profile case, earning the firm a spot among the 2025 Law360 Media & Entertainment Groups of the Year.
Rep. James Talarico mixes faith, family story and Senate pitch in national TV appearance
The Democratic lawmaker defended his record and argued he can flip Texas Senate seat by building a broad coalition.
Legacy Lawns Begins With a Question: What Happens to a Great Business When the Founder Is Ready to Step Back?
National Lawn Care Platform Launches to Preserve Legacy Businesses Through People-First PartnershipsGAINESVILLE, Ga., Feb. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For most lawn care owners, the business isn’t just a company. It’s years of early mornings, customer relationships built one yard at a time, employees who became family, and a reputation earned slowly through consistency and care. But when it’s time to retire, step back, or simply breathe again, the question becomes painfully simple: Who will pro
Longtime owner of popular sports memorabilia shop in Delaware Co. dies
Carl Henderson, the owner of a popular sports memorabilia shop in Havertown, Delaware County, has died.
Winter Olympics 2026: Figure skating’s first controversy arises from … music copyright law
Norton Rose Fulbright expands business practice with five partners in two cities
New arrivals advance firm’s transactional and healthcare capabilities in key US marketsChicago, IL, Feb. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright today announced a powerful expansion of its business practice with the addition of an impressive group of corporate, private equity, healthcare, finance and tax lawyers who further enhance the firm’s robust transactional capabilities. Andrew Smolik and Michael Flood join Norton Rose Fulbright’s St. Louis office, as Seth Aigner
One of Earth’s most abundant lifeforms has a fatal flaw
SAR11 bacteria dominate the world’s oceans by being incredibly efficient, shedding genes to survive in nutrient-poor waters. But that extreme streamlining appears to backfire when conditions change. Under stress, many cells keep copying their DNA without dividing, creating abnormal cells that grow large and die. This vulnerability may explain why SAR11 populations drop during phytoplankton blooms and could become more important as oceans grow less stable.
Despite Elon Musk's criticism, Delaware sees jump in incorporations
A handful of billionaires and prominent companies urged corporations to leave Delaware. According to the numbers, the opposite happened.
What's there fun to do in Delaware in February? Take a look
As February rolls around, this famous question pops up again: "What is there fun to do in Delaware?" You've got some options. Here's a look
When Health Insurance Costs More Than the Mortgage
As health care costs skyrocket and federal lawmakers pull back help on insurance premiums, more middle-income families are facing tough choices on health care.
With an ACA fix uncertain in the Senate, Republicans replay old health care fights
Things are looking bleak for a fix in Congress for ACA premiums that doubled, on average, this month. And Republicans are making arguments against the law that haven't worked in years past.
French tech giant is divesting US subsidiary over ICE contract
Capgemini has come under pressure from French lawmakers and its trade union over a contract its subsidiary signed with ICE.
Florida Supreme Court, Florida Bar discipline 11 lawyers for misconduct
Four of the lawyers were suspended for more egregious cases of behavior.
E is for Entertainment
Want to hear from the biggest stars in Hollywood? You're in the right place! This week, Paul Milliken catches up with Emmy-winning actress Claire Foy, director Philippa Lowthorpe, and author Helen Macdonald for a first look at the soaring drama "H is for Hawk." Next up, we celebrate recent Oscar nominee Elle Fanning with a look back at last year's critical and commercial hit "Predator: Badlands." And finally, we're backstage at Lawrenceville's Aurora Theatre, where "The Play That Goes Wrong" is sending audiences into hysterics.
GOP Sen. Ron Johnson pans Democrats’ proposed DHS reforms: They are ‘neutering our ability to enforce any immigration laws’
“Existential risk” – Why scientists are racing to define consciousness
Scientists warn that rapid advances in AI and neurotechnology are outpacing our understanding of consciousness, creating serious ethical risks. New research argues that developing scientific tests for awareness could transform medicine, animal welfare, law, and AI development. But identifying consciousness in machines, brain organoids, or patients could also force society to rethink responsibility, rights, and moral boundaries. The question of what it means to be conscious has never been more urgent—or more unsettling.
A ‘bizarro world’: How Trump’s words have scrambled America’s gun politics
In the wake of a horrific shooting that shocked the nation, President Donald Trump starkly broke with pro-gun groups in off-the-cuff remarks: “Take the guns first, go through due process second,” Trump said during a televised meeting with lawmakers.
Can Pakistan Contain the Violent Politics of Blasphemy?
The government’s ban on Tehreek-e-Labbaik reduced blasphemy violence but will take work to maintain.
'A pretty clear shift': Local law enforcement increasingly focusing on mental health
It’s no secret that law enforcement is a stressful profession. Compartmentalization is crucial, but one can only compartmentalize so much.
Delaware State defeats Maryland-Eastern Shore 65-57
DOVER, Del. (AP) Kareem Watson's 14 points helped Delaware State defeat Maryland-Eastern Shore 65-57 on Saturday.
'The party left me': Longtime Indiana lawmaker is leaving the GOP
Rep. Ed Clere said he won't run for re-election and will campaign for New Albany mayor as an independent.
Delaware basketball teams support mental health services in the 'SL24 Basketball Classic'
To honor the life and legacy of Sean Locke, Delaware basketball teams participated in a fundraising tournament.
Calais calls measure on law enforcement relationship mere ‘politics’
The City Council delayed a vote on a resolution urging the governor to veto the measure because several supportive councilors were absent.
After Affirmative Action Win, Conservatives Sue to Push Change Everywhere
Lawyers have filed lawsuits against corporations, law firms, health care companies, art groups and nonprofits. And they are mostly winning.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta sues Rady Children's Health for dropping gender-affirming care
California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit against Rady Children's Health on Friday for shuttering its gender-affirming care program for patients under the age of 19.
WMG’s Paul Robinson Accepts Entertainment Law Initiative Award: ‘Absolutely Thrilled’
WMG general counsel Paul Robinson received the Recording Academy’s 2026 Entertainment Law Initiative (ELI) Service Award. Here's a recap of the event.
Venezuela plans amnesty law for political prisoners and closure of notorious prison
Venezuela’s acting president has announced a proposed amnesty law that could lead to the release of hundreds of political prisoners, as well as the closure of a notorious detention center, in her latest concessions since the US capture of President Nicolas Maduro.
Gov. Stitt suggests Medicaid cuts to curb health care costs
On Thursday, the Oklahoma Healthcare Authority asked for nearly half a billion more in its budget. Healthcare Authority Director Clay Bullard told lawmakers that a remedy for high agency costs coul…
Shutdown nears as lawmakers brace for next round of ICE negotiations
Over the next two weeks, Democrats and Republicans will weigh competing demands on changes to Department of Homeland Security operations.
A Secret Panel to Question Climate Science Was Unlawful, Judge Rules
The researchers produced a report a that was central in a Trump administration effort to stop regulating climate pollution.
Interim tag removed, Jordan Skolnick named Delaware athletic director
Skolnick has been part of Blue Hens' athletic staff since 2016 move from Michigan
California Crypto Billionaires Plan to Spend Tens of Millions on Moderate Candidates
Chris Larsen and Tim Draper, two outspoken Silicon Valley leaders, are planning to spend tens of millions of dollars to elect moderate state lawmakers this year.
Friends basketball star wins Week 8 Delaware Online Athlete of the Week, presented by Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists
Athlete of the Week voting runs Monday through Thursday each week.
F.B.I. Search in Georgia Shows Trump’s Willingness to Pursue 2020 Grievances
The search might also be a harbinger of things to come, signaling the president’s disposition to use the powers of law enforcement to intervene in election matters as the 2026 midterms approach.
Panama court rules Chinese control of canal ports unconstitutional
Lawsuit was brought before court in 2025 as US threatened to seize control of strategic waterway.