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Juul lawsuit settlement 2021

Juul recently settled the first out of its 13 lawsuits for US$40 million. What’s next?

While Juul quickly settled this lawsuit out of court, the thing is, this is the first in a string of lawsuits by 13 other states, including New York and California. * On Monday June 28, it was announced that Juul Labs, Inc., had reached a settlement of US$40 million with

What have we learned about how COVID-19 started?

What have we learned about how COVID-19 started?

Finding the origins of the virus is key to preventing future pandemics that are similar in nature. The problem is that no country wants to accept the blame that comes with being part of COVID-19’s origin story. * Over the last few months, the drama surrounding the origins of SARS-CoV-2,

At least 20 African countries have space programs – what does that mean for the space race?

At least 20 African countries have space programs – what does that mean for the space race?

Governments are investing in space programs like NASA because the technology developed as a part of these programs spurs economic growth and the creation of new technology. Are governments and private industries really competing for space? * Yes! From countries to startups, the ability to dominate the unregulated space outside of

Why has the cost of everyday products gone up and are these high prices here to stay?

Why has the cost of everyday products gone up and are these high prices here to stay?

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics found that prices paid by Americans for products and services in May of this year was up 5%. That’s the largest yearly percentage increase since the 2008 recession. * Everything from used cars and computers to lumber and gasoline has seen steep price increases

Progressives love Lina Khan, the new chair of the FTC. Big Tech? Not so much

Progressives love Lina Khan, the new chair of the FTC. Big Tech? Not so much

Khan has said she’s willing to use the FTC’s existing statute to enforce rules on what many believe is an unregulated sector that Big Tech companies are taking advantage of. * On Tuesday, June 15, Lina Khan was sworn in as the chair of the United States Federal Trade

G-7’s plan aims to counter China’s Belt and Road initiative

G-7’s plan aims to counter China’s Belt and Road Initiative

The investment plan is an attempt to counter the influence China has gained in much of the world thanks to its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), a US$1 trillion investment in infrastructure improvements in 71 countries in Africa, Latin America, Europe and Asia. * American President Joe Biden is on

VP Kamala Harris’ attempt to solve the US’ immigration issues angers both conservatives and progressives

VP Kamala Harris’ attempt to solve the US’ immigration issue angers both conservatives and progressives

The Biden team hopes to address the immigration crisis at the root rather than turning away or arresting migrants at the US-Mexico border. They say they’re looking for a long-term fix with diplomatic solutions to address poverty and violence in countries where many immigrants are fleeing. * In March, President