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As the season progresses, the return of key players such as Lindelof and Evans will be crucial for Manchester United's ambitions in the Premier League and other competitions. Solskjaer will be hoping for a swift recovery for his injured stars as they look to challenge for silverware and secure a top-four finish.By HALELUYA HADERO and MICHELLE L. PRICE, Associated Press President-elect Donald Trump asked the Supreme Court on Friday to pause the potential TikTok ban from going into effect until his administration can pursue a “political resolution” to the issue. The request came as TikTok and the Biden administration filed opposing briefs to the court, in which the company argued the court should strike down a law that could ban the platform by Jan. 19 while the government emphasized its position that the statute is needed to eliminate a national security risk. “President Trump takes no position on the underlying merits of this dispute. Instead, he respectfully requests that the Court consider staying the Act’s deadline for divestment of January 19, 2025, while it considers the merits of this case,” said Trump’s amicus brief, which supported neither party in the case and was written by D. John Sauer, Trump’s choice for solicitor general. The argument submitted to the court is the latest example of Trump inserting himself into national issues before he takes office. The Republican president-elect has already begun negotiating with other countries over his plans to impose tariffs, and he intervened earlier this month in a plan to fund the federal government, calling for a bipartisan plan to be rejected and sending Republicans back to the negotiating table. He has been holding meetings with foreign leaders and business officials at his Mar-a-Lago club in Florida while he assembles his administration, including a meeting last week with TikTok CEO Shou Chew. Trump has reversed his position on the popular app, having tried to ban it during his first term in office over national security concerns. He joined TikTok during his 2024 presidential campaign, and his team used it to connect with younger voters, especially male voters, by pushing content that was often macho and aimed at going viral. He said earlier this year that he still believed there were national security risks with TikTok, but that he opposed banning it. The filings Friday come ahead of oral arguments scheduled for Jan. 10 on whether the law, which requires TikTok to divest from its China-based parent company or face a ban, unlawfully restricts speech in violation of the First Amendment. The law was signed by President Joe Biden in April after it passed Congress with broad bipartisan support. TikTok and ByteDance filed a legal challenge afterward. Earlier this month, a panel of three federal judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit unanimously upheld the statute, leading TikTok to appeal the case to the Supreme Court. The brief from Trump said he opposes banning TikTok at this junction and “seeks the ability to resolve the issues at hand through political means once he takes office.” In their brief to the Supreme Court on Friday, attorneys for TikTok and its parent company ByteDance argued the federal appeals court erred in its ruling and based its decision on “alleged ‘risks’ that China could exercise control” over TikTok’s U.S. platform by pressuring its foreign affiliates. The Biden administration has argued in court that TikTok poses a national security risk due to its connections to China. Officials say Chinese authorities can compel ByteDance to hand over information on TikTok’s U.S. patrons or use the platform to spread or suppress information. But the government “concedes that it has no evidence China has ever attempted to do so,” TikTok’s legal filing said, adding that the U.S. fears are predicated on future risks. In its filing Friday, the Biden administration said because TikTok “is integrated with ByteDance and relies on its propriety engine developed and maintained in China,” its corporate structure carries with it risk. Be civil. Be kind.
CARY, N.C. , Dec. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fathom Holdings Inc. FTHM FTHM ("Fathom" or the "Company"), a national, technology-driven, end-to-end real estate services platform integrating residential brokerage, mortgage, title, and SaaS offerings for brokerages and agents, today announced the expansion of its joint venture, Verus Title Elite, into Amarillo, Texas . With this expansion, Verus Title Elite now operates in four Texas markets, including Plano , Flower Mound , and Waxahachie , emphasizing its focus on community-centered service and localized expertise. The move into Amarillo reflects Verus Title Elite's commitment to empowering Fathom agents and meeting the region's dynamic real estate market needs. Lori Quinlin , a seasoned title professional with strong ties to the Amarillo community, will lead the new office. Lori's extensive industry knowledge and dedication to client service will play a pivotal role in ensuring Verus Title Elite continues delivering exceptional real estate experiences. "We are excited to bring Verus Title Elite to Amarillo ," said Monica Schroeder , President of Verus Title. "This expansion aligns with our vision of providing exceptional title and escrow services to communities across Texas . Lori's leadership will be instrumental in establishing our presence and delivering on our promise of unparalleled customer care. We look forward to becoming integral to Amarillo's vibrant real estate community." As Fathom Holdings continues to grow its integrated real estate services platform, Verus Title Elite exemplifies the Company's innovative approach to enhancing agent and client experiences through strategic market expansion and collaborative partnerships. About Verus Title Verus Title is a subsidiary of Fathom Holdings Inc. that offers comprehensive title insurance and settlement services. It is committed to innovation, technology, and customer satisfaction and provides real estate professionals and consumers with efficient, transparent, and reliable solutions. For more information, visit www.verustitle.com . About Fathom Holdings Inc. Fathom Holdings Inc. is a national, technology-driven real estate services platform that integrates residential brokerage, mortgage, title, and SaaS offerings to brokerages and agents by leveraging its proprietary cloud-based software, intelliAgent. The Company's brands include Fathom Realty, Encompass Lending, intelliAgent, LiveBy, Real Results, and Verus Title. For more information, visit www.FathomInc.com . Investor Contact: Matt Glover and Clay Liolios Gateway Group, Inc. 949-574-3860 FTHM@gateway-grp.com View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/fathom-holdings-expands-verus-title-elite-into-amarillo-texas-302323076.html SOURCE Fathom Holdings Inc. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
In a surprising turn of events, President Donald Trump has recently thrown the NATO alliance into disarray by threatening member countries to consider exiting the organization. The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has been a cornerstone of transatlantic security and cooperation since its founding in 1949, but tensions have been mounting in recent years, primarily driven by the U.S. president's belief that many member countries are not meeting their defense spending commitments.
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Jarvis Walker's 20 points helped IU Indianapolis defeat Trinity Christian 106-49 on Saturday. Walker shot 7 for 12, including 6 for 10 from beyond the arc for the Jaguars (4-5). Paul Zilinskas shot 5 for 9, including 4 for 7 from beyond the arc to add 15 points. DeSean Goode had 14 points and shot 4 of 5 from the field and 5 for 5 from the line. The Trolls were led in scoring by Tylan Harris, who finished with 11 points. Kaden Eirhart added nine points for Trinity Christian. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .The incident served as a wake-up call for Vander and for many other men over 50 who may take their health for granted. It highlighted the importance of regular health check-ups, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and being mindful of warning signs that could indicate underlying health issues. Vander's story serves as a cautionary tale for men of his age group - a reminder that no one is immune to health problems, regardless of how fit or strong they may appear.
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In conclusion, the recent post-bell rally in the stock market is a testament to the growing confidence in technological innovation and the positive impact of policy support on growth stocks. As investors remain bullish on the prospects of companies at the forefront of innovation, the stage is set for a sustained recovery in growth stocks. By staying attuned to the latest developments in the technology sector and other innovative industries, investors can position themselves to benefit from the ongoing resurgence in growth stocks.Dec 4 (Reuters) - Yelp (YELP.N) , opens new tab on Wednesday urged a federal appeals court to block a lawsuit by Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton accusing the company of posting misleading notices on its online review site about crisis pregnancy centers, which provide services to pregnant women with the goal of preventing abortions. James Sigel, a lawyer for Yelp, told the three-judge panel of the San Francisco-based 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals that the case was an exception to the usual rule that federal courts should not intervene in state court disputes because Paxton had brought the case in bad faith. He called it "a particularly egregious example of an attorney general retaliating against a company." U.S. District Judge Trina Thompson in Oakland, California, rejected that argument in February, finding that Yelp had not provided enough "concrete evidence" of Paxton's bad faith. Sigel said that Thompson should have allowed discovery on that issue. Lanora Pettit, a lawyer for Paxton, told the panel it was Yelp's burden to prove bad faith and that it could not do so "by speculating as to the subjective motivations" behind the lawsuit. Yelp sued Paxton in Oakland federal court in September 2023 after hearing Paxton intended to sue the company, which he did the next day in Texas. Paxton said that notices Yelp posted on the review pages for crisis pregnancy centers violated a Texas law against unfair business practices and sought unspecified money damages. A Texas state court judge dismissed Paxton's lawsuit not long after Thompson's ruling, but Paxton is appealing. The 9th Circuit judges, all appointed by Republican President-elect Donald Trump during his first term, appeared skeptical of Yelp's argument on Wednesday. "If you win on this, we're going to have cases filed every week in federal court saying, I do not like what that state attorney general is doing to me," Circuit Judge Daniel Bress said. He added that Texas' justice system appeared to be working for Yelp, since it was "doing well there so far." Circuit Judge Mark Bennett asked Pettit whether a federal court could ever intervene to stop a politically motivated action by a state prosecutor. As an example, he asked whether such intervention would be called for if there was strong evidence that a state attorney general sued a company because its CEO opposed gun rights. Pettit said that it might, but that there was no strong evidence that Paxton was singling out Yelp for political reasons. Crisis pregnancy centers offer pregnant women counseling, but usually do not clearly advertise their anti-abortion stance. In August 2022, Yelp began posting a notice on crisis pregnancy centers' pages stating: "This is a Crisis Pregnancy Center. Crisis Pregnancy Centers typically provide limited medical services and may not have licensed medical professionals onsite." In February 2023, Paxton and other Republican state attorneys general told Yelp the notice was misleading because it was posted on pages of centers that did have licensed medical professionals. The company, without conceding that the language was misleading, changed the notices to state that crisis pregnancy centers "do not offer abortions or referrals to abortion providers." Paxton said at the time that the new language was accurate. The case is Yelp v. Paxton, 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, No. 24-581. For Yelp: James Sigel of Davis Wright Tremaine For Paxton: Lanora Pettit of the Office of the Texas Attorney General Read more: US judge won't shield Yelp from Texas lawsuit over crisis pregnancy center notices Sign up here. Reporting By Brendan Pierson in New York Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles. , opens new tab Thomson Reuters Brendan Pierson reports on product liability litigation and on all areas of health care law. He can be reached at brendan.pierson@thomsonreuters.com.