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The Trump administration's move to cut NIH grants related to diversity, equity, and inclusion is being reconsidered after a legal settlement, allowing the agency to review previously frozen or denied applications without the influence of political directives, though future projects may face increased scrutiny.
Tencent appears to have lost the legal battle against Sony over the alleged similarities between Sony's Horizon series and Tencent's LIGHT OF MOTIRAM, with the lawsuit being dismissed and the game removed from digital stores, though the details of the settlement remain confidential.
Sony and Tencent settled their legal dispute over the game Light of Motiram, which was accused of copying Sony's Horizon series. The game has been removed from Steam and the Epic Games Store, and the case was dismissed with prejudice following a confidential settlement.
The U.S. government admitted partial fault in a deadly midair collision near Washington D.C. that killed 67 people, including a Black Hawk helicopter crew and a passenger jet, with blame assigned to both military and air traffic control errors, in a court filing related to a lawsuit.
A Kansas county agreed to pay over $3 million and apologize for a 2023 raid on a small-town newspaper, which sparked national debate over press freedom and was deemed legally questionable, leading to multiple lawsuits and the resignation of the police chief.
Nintendo won a lawsuit against streamer Jesse Keighin for streaming pirated Switch games and taunting the company online, resulting in a $17,500 damages order, though no injunction was issued to destroy circumvention devices or target third parties.
The Cleveland Browns and the City of Cleveland settled their legal disputes over the team's move to Brook Park with a $100 million agreement, allowing the team to relocate and build a new stadium in the suburbs.
Columbia University reached a controversial deal with the Trump administration to unfreeze research funds, involving a hefty fine and concessions that limit its autonomy and academic freedom, seen as a capitulation to political pressure and a troubling precedent for higher education and federal law.
All 50 U.S. states, D.C., and four territories have agreed to a $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family to resolve opioid litigation, aiming to fund addiction treatment and prevent further abuse, marking the largest settlement of its kind.
Starting July 1, NCAA schools can pay athletes up to approximately $20.5 million annually based on revenue, marking a significant shift in college sports, with ongoing legal and legislative challenges expected to shape the future of athlete compensation and rights.
Brad Pitt has publicly commented on the legal finalization of his divorce from Angelina Jolie after eight years, describing it as 'just something coming to fruition' and part of a long process, while highlighting ongoing family estrangements and emotional challenges.
McKinsey has agreed to a $650 million settlement with the US Department of Justice over its role in advising opioid manufacturers, including Purdue Pharma, during the opioid crisis. The firm admitted to conspiring to misbrand prescription drugs and will face restrictions on future pharmaceutical consulting work. A former senior partner, Martin Elling, will plead guilty to obstructing justice by destroying documents. This marks the first criminal accountability for a consulting firm in such a case, highlighting the legal risks for consultants involved in client misconduct.
McKinsey & Company has agreed to pay $650 million to settle criminal charges related to its role in promoting OxyContin sales for Purdue Pharma, contributing to the opioid epidemic. The firm will cease any work related to controlled substances and will not contest the charges, which include conspiracy to defraud the U.S. and document destruction. This settlement follows a previous $573 million agreement with state attorneys general over similar allegations.
McKinsey has agreed to pay $122 million to resolve investigations by US and South African authorities into its involvement in a corruption scandal during Jacob Zuma's presidency. The firm admitted to paying bribes to secure consulting contracts with state-owned companies like Transnet and Eskom, earning $85 million in profits. A former senior partner, Vikas Sagar, pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges. McKinsey cooperated with the investigation and expressed commitment to regaining public trust. The settlement funds will be split between US and South African authorities.
Marilyn Manson, legally known as Brian Warner, has dropped his defamation lawsuit against Evan Rachel Wood and agreed to pay her $327,000 in legal fees. The lawsuit was filed after Wood accused Manson of sexual abuse, which he claimed was a publicity stunt to damage his career. The court had previously dismissed most of Manson's claims under California's anti-SLAPP statute, which protects free speech. Wood was among several women who accused Manson of abuse, and the settlement marks the end of this legal battle.