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The first-in-the-nation TikTok ban that wasn’t
A Montana judge has mooted the state’s would-be TikTok ban before it could block a single viral video.
U.S. District Court Judge Donald Molloy on Feb. 20 concluded the case over the legality of the Montana Legislature’s TikTok ban, which had been paused since Molloy temporarily blocked its implementation in 2023.
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New partnership between Akron Bar and local organization yields benefits for members
The Akron Bar Association has partnered with the 7 17 Credit Union to offer a new credit card that’s designed to benefit the organization and it’s members by providing tools to pay down debt and plan for the future of their families.
The idea is threefold: strengthen attorney resource development, enhance member enga ... (full story)
Samsung rolls out more AI, new privacy shield mode with the new Galaxy S26 lineup
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Samsung on Feb. 25 unveiled its latest Galaxy smartphones, which boast an even bigger toolbox of artificial intelligence technology than the previous two generations and introduce a new privacy shield mode that blocks snoopy bystanders from sneaking a peek at the display screen.
The upgrades on the Gal ... (full story)
Phil Collins, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross and Shakira get Rock Hall nominations
NEW YORK (AP) — Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Lauryn Hill, INXS, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross and Shakira are some the 2026 nominees for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a wide net that includes rap, metal, R&B, hip-hop, Britpop, blues rock and pop.
The hall revealed the list of 17 performer nominees last ... (full story)
Leadership Ohio appoints 2026 fellows
Columbus, Ohio – Leadership Ohio is excited to announce the members of its incoming Class of 2026. Following a rigorous selection process that saw nearly 200 nominees from every corner of the state, 35 visionary leaders have been tapped to examine Ohio’s most vital issues and collaborate on initiatives that bolster the ... (full story)