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Juul to Pay $462 Million Over Claims It Marketed to Minors

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Juul to Pay $462 Million Over Claims It Marketed to Minors

Juul to Pay $462 Million Over Claims It Marketed to Minors

Juul to Pay $462 Million , Over Claims It Marketed to Minors.

CBS News reports that New York Attorney General Letitia James made the announcement on April 12.

Juul lit a nationwide public health crisis by putting addictive products in the hands of minors and convincing them that it's harmless, Letitia James, New York Attorney General, via statement.

Today they are paying the price for the harm they caused, Letitia James, New York Attorney General, via statement.

California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, New Mexico, New York and Washington, D.C., will receive the payout.

D.C.

Attorney General Brian Schwalb said that Juul "knew how addictive and dangerous its products were and actively tried to cover up that medical truth.".

CBS News reports that on April 10, Juul settled another lawsuit in West Virginia for nearly $8 million.

Last month, it paid $23.8 million to Chicago.

Minnesota went to trial against Juul last month.

Attorney General Keith Ellison claims that the e-cigarette company , "baited, deceived and addicted a whole new generation of kids after Minnesotans slashed youth smoking rates down to the lowest level in a generation.".

According to a Juul spokesperson, underage use of the company's products has decreased by 95% since 2019, as reported by the National Youth Tobacco Survey.


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Celebrities Sign Open Letter Ahead of Oscars to ‘Make Nukes History’ [Video]

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Celebrities Sign Open Letter Ahead of Oscars , to ‘Make Nukes History’. Celebrities Sign Open Letter Ahead of Oscars , to ‘Make Nukes History’. Celebrities Sign Open Letter Ahead of Oscars , to ‘Make Nukes History’. The Nuclear Threat Initiative (NTI) is using the success of the film 'Oppenheimer' to draw attention to nuclear threats, according to 'The Hollywood Reporter.'. The NTI's "Make Nukes History" campaign includes billboards, posters, an art installation and an open letter signed by celebrities, calling for an end to nuclear weapons. 'Oppenheimer' cast member Matthew Modine issued a statement about the campaign. Every person should be educated about the incredible destructive power of nuclear weapons. Understanding the threat illuminates a necessary path toward their elimination, Matthew Modine, via statement. From the moment of the first atomic bomb test at Los Alamos, New Mexico, our entire planet has been at risk. We need to stop this insanity, Matthew Modine, via statement. Others who signed the open letter include Rosanna Arquette, Alan Cumming, Michael Douglas. Others who signed the open letter include Rosanna Arquette, Alan Cumming, Michael Douglas. Others who signed the open letter include Rosanna Arquette, Alan Cumming, Michael Douglas. Jane Fonda, Tony Goldwyn, Harry Hamlin, Julianne Moore, Viggo Mortensen. Jane Fonda, Tony Goldwyn, Harry Hamlin, Julianne Moore, Viggo Mortensen. Jane Fonda, Tony Goldwyn, Harry Hamlin, Julianne Moore, Viggo Mortensen. Jane Fonda, Tony Goldwyn, Harry Hamlin, Julianne Moore, Viggo Mortensen. Jane Fonda, Tony Goldwyn, Harry Hamlin, Julianne Moore, Viggo Mortensen. Bill Nye, Lisa Rinna, Emma Thompson and Lily Tomlin. Bill Nye, Lisa Rinna, Emma Thompson and Lily Tomlin. Bill Nye, Lisa Rinna, Emma Thompson and Lily Tomlin. Bill Nye, Lisa Rinna, Emma Thompson and Lily Tomlin. The grandson of J. Robert Oppenheimer, Charles Oppenheimer, also signed the letter. . The grandson of J. Robert Oppenheimer, Charles Oppenheimer, also signed the letter. . At a time of great uncertainty, even one nuclear weapon — on land, under the sea, in the air, or in space — is too many. , Via open letter. To protect our families, our communities and our world, we must demand that global leaders work to make nuclear weapons history — and build a brighter future, Via open letter

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‘Rust’ Armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed Guilty of Involuntary Manslaughter [Video]

‘Rust’ Armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed Guilty of Involuntary Manslaughter

‘Rust’ Armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed , Guilty of Involuntary Manslaughter. A New Mexico jury found Gutierrez-Reed guilty of involuntary manslaughter on March 6, NPR reports. A New Mexico jury found Gutierrez-Reed guilty of involuntary manslaughter on March 6, NPR reports. Her negligence, prosecutors argued, led to the death of Halyna Hutchins, the cinematographer for 'Rust.'. Her negligence, prosecutors argued, led to the death of Halyna Hutchins, the cinematographer for 'Rust.'. According to prosecutors, Gutierrez-Reed brought at least one live round of ammo on set, which was loaded into a prop gun. The gun went off as Alec Baldwin was holding it, killing Hutchins and injuring director Joel Souza. . The gun went off as Alec Baldwin was holding it, killing Hutchins and injuring director Joel Souza. . This is not a case where Hannah Gutierrez made one mistake, Kari Morrissey, special prosecutor, via closing arguments. This case is about constant, never-ending safety failures that resulted in the death of a human being and nearly killed another, Kari Morrissey, special prosecutor, via closing arguments. This case is about constant, never-ending safety failures that resulted in the death of a human being and nearly killed another, Kari Morrissey, special prosecutor, via closing arguments. Jason Bowles, defense attorney for Gutierrez-Reed, argued that his client had been unfairly "scapegoated.". You had a production company on a shoestring budget, an A-list actor calling all the shots. In the end, they had someone they could all blame, Jason Bowles, defense attorney, via closing arguments. You had a production company on a shoestring budget, an A-list actor calling all the shots. In the end, they had someone they could all blame, Jason Bowles, defense attorney, via closing arguments. Justice for Halyna does not mean injustice for Hannah. It does not mean they get to steamroll her and get to spin their version of facts and call it truth. Because that's not truth, Jason Bowles, defense attorney, via closing arguments. Both sides also blamed Baldwin for the incident. He has pleaded not guilty. Both sides also blamed Baldwin for the incident. He has pleaded not guilty. Baldwin's criminal trial will begin on July 9

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Trader Joe’s Recalls Basil After Reports of Salmonella Infections [Video]

Trader Joe’s Recalls Basil After Reports of Salmonella Infections

Trader Joe’s Recalls Basil , After Reports of Salmonella Infections. On April 17, the grocery chain recalled Infinite Herbs organic basil. The basil has been "linked to a dozen Salmonella infections in seven states," CNN reports. . One person has been hospitalized. The 2.5-ounce packages were sold in 29 states and Washington, D.C., from Feb. 1 through April 6. . The CDC is advising consumers to dispose of any Infinite Herbs organic basil that was bought from Trader Joe's. The agency also says to clean anything that the contaminated basil may have come in contact with. . Investigators are trying to determine if any other products have been contaminated, CNN reports. . Symptoms of Salmonella infection include diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps, the CDC says. . Symptoms can develop anywhere between 6 hours and 6 days after consuming the bacteria. Most people don't need treatment and recover within 4 to 7 days. . If your symptoms are severe, or if you experience diarrhea and dehydration for more than three days, the CDC recommends contacting your health care provider

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Homicide and Other Violent Crimes Declining in Cities Across the US [Video]

Homicide and Other Violent Crimes Declining in Cities Across the US

Homicide and Other Violent Crimes , Declining in Cities Across the US. 'The Guardian' reports that a recent crime analysis found that homicides in major cities across the United States are falling at , “one of the fastest rates of decline ever recorded.". There’s just a ton of places that you can point to that are showing widespread, very positive trends, Jeff Asher, AH Datalytics, via 'The Wall Street Journal'. According to AH Datalytics' sample of nearly 200 cities, murder was down by 20.8% in 2024, when compared to the same time in 2023. Some cities, including Washington DC, New Orleans, Las Vegas, and Milwaukee, saw murder rates decline by over 30%. Some cities, including Washington DC, New Orleans, Las Vegas, and Milwaukee, saw murder rates decline by over 30%. The analysis is based on the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program, which consists of data collected by local law enforcement agencies across the nation. While the FBI's 2023 report will not be audited or made official until October, preliminary figures suggest that murder rates significantly dropped in 2023. . The latest data suggests that this year's declines will continue at an even faster clip, nearing pre-pandemic levels. . 'The Guardian' reports that the latest data mirrors another drastic decline in homicides during the 1990s. Nationally, you’re seeing a very similar situation to what you saw in the mid-to-late 90s. But it’s potentially even larger in terms of the percentages and numbers of the drops, Jeff Asher, AH Datalytics, via 'The Wall Street Journal'. The AH Datalytics data also found that nearly all other violent crimes saw significant declines in 2023 compared to 2022. . The quarterly data in particular suggests 2023 featured one of the lowest rates of violent crime in the United States in more than 50 years, Jeff Asher, AH Datalytics, via 'The Wall Street Journal'

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This Day in History: Prince Dies (Sun., April 21) [Video]

This Day in History: Prince Dies (Sun., April 21)

This Day in History: , Prince Dies. April 21, 2016. The iconic musician, 57, was found dead at his estate, Paisley Park, in Minnesota. Prince had overdosed on fentanyl. His death was ruled accidental. Over the span of four decades, Prince transcended genre and created more than 30 albums, his first in 1978 for Warner Bros. Prince often played all of the instruments on the album himself. He was charismatic and electrifying on stage. His 1984 album 'Purple Rain' sold 13 million copies. It was number one on the 'Billboard' 200 chart for 24 consecutive weeks. He won seven Grammy awards. His final album was released in 2015, just months before his death. Few artists have influenced the sound and trajectory of popular music more distinctly, or touched quite so many people with their talent, President Obama, via History.com

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U.S. Snowstorm Alert: Minnesota, Illinois, Wisconsin Under Winter Weather Advisories | Oneindia News [Video]

U.S. Snowstorm Alert: Minnesota, Illinois, Wisconsin Under Winter Weather Advisories | Oneindia News

Stay informed about the latest snowstorm hitting northern states! Minnesota, Illinois, and Wisconsin are under winter weather advisories, with forecasts predicting significant snowfall. Minnesota could see up to a foot of snow over the weekend, while parts of New England anticipate 12 to 18 inches. Stay tuned for updates and stay safe. #SnowinUS #USSnowfall #NorthernUSA #USSnowstorm #Minnesota 3Wisconsin #WinterWeather #WeatherAdvisory #USWeatherReport #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.103~GR.125~HT.96~

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