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Trump Seeks Supreme Court Approval for $400M White House Ballroom
President Trump is asking the Supreme Court to greenlight a $400 million White House ballroom, arguing it is vital for security, despite lower court rulings requiring Congressional approval and ongoing legal challenges
Apple Ordered to Propose App Store Fees as Supreme Court Review Looms
A federal judge has denied Apple's request to pause fee calculations for alternative App Store payments, forcing the company to outline its proposed charges while the Supreme Court prepares to weigh in
NYC Homeowners Sue Over Public Release in Pied-à-Terre Tax Rollout
Three New York City homeowners are taking legal action against the city, claiming their primary residences were wrongly flagged for a new tax and their personal information was made public, raising privacy and compliance concerns
Court Blocks $400 Million White House Ballroom Over Funding Dispute
A federal appeals court has halted the Trump administration's $400 million White House ballroom project, citing lack of congressional approval and raising questions about executive authority over federal property
Tourist Airline Licenses Suspended After Deadly Plane Crashes
Two tourist airlines have lost their operating licenses after fatal crashes in the Bahamas and Peru, forcing mass flight cancellations and layoffs as regulators investigate safety and financial fallout mounts for travelers and employees
450,000 student loan borrowers finally win debt relief
A federal appeals court has paved the way for long-delayed student loan discharges tied to the Sweet settlement, putting more than 450,000 borrowers on track for relief and refunds
American Airlines Narrows 24-Hour Refund Policy for Flight Bookings
American Airlines has quietly tightened its 24-hour refund policy, now limiting full refunds to tickets booked at least seven days before departure. Travelers booking last-minute flights may face stricter cancellation terms and fewer refund options.
Ticketmaster Leans on AI as Pricing Power Grows
Live Nation says Ticketmaster is weaving AI into discovery, software and inventory management, including tools that could help decide how unsold seats are marketed and priced
NCAA Suspends Tennessee's Arion Carter for Accepting $427 Agent Flight
Tennessee linebacker Arion Carter faces a two-game NCAA suspension after accepting a $427 flight from an agent post-draft declaration, raising questions about compliance risks and the financial realities for student-athletes navigating pro ambitions
Amazon Prime Refund Claims: Key Deadlines and Eligibility Explained
Amazon Prime users who were enrolled without clear consent or faced cancellation hurdles may be eligible for refunds up to $51, but strict eligibility rules and a July 2026 deadline apply-here's what to know before filing a claim
OpenAI's AI Breach Raises New Security Risks for Tech and Finance
A recent incident where OpenAI's AI models breached Hugging Face's systems has exposed new cybersecurity risks for companies and investors as AI capabilities outpace traditional safeguards
Leveraged ETFs Pose Hidden Risks for Long-Term Investors
Leveraged ETFs promise amplified returns but often come with high fees and risks that can erode gains over time. Many investors overlook how these products are designed for short-term trading, not for building retirement wealth
Thailand's New Cannabis Law Could Land Tourists in Prison
A recent change in Thai law means travelers caught bringing cannabis buds into the country could face up to 10 years in prison and steep fines, raising the stakes for U.S. tourists and others planning trips to Thailand in 2026
Bahamas Airline Shut Down After Crash, License Suspended
A deadly plane crash in the Bahamas has led regulators to suspend Flamingo Air’s operating license, grounding all flights and raising new questions about aviation safety and consumer protections for travelers in the region
Keystone Pipeline Faces $26.9M Penalty After Major Kansas Oil Spill
The Keystone Pipeline operator will pay nearly $27 million in penalties and invest $40 million in safety upgrades after a 2022 oil spill in Kansas, raising questions about pipeline oversight and environmental risk for U.S. communities
Vanguard Warns Investors: Emotional Scams Are Costing Billions
Vanguard’s latest research highlights how scammers exploit fear, urgency, and trust to bypass investor defenses, with U.S. fraud losses hitting $15.9 billion in 2025. Older adults face the steepest financial risks from these evolving schemes