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California School District Sued for Alleged Failures to Combat Antisemitism on Campus

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Redwood City, Calif. — Several Jewish students have initiated a lawsuit against the Sequoia Union High School District, alleging a failure to safeguard them from what they describe as an increasingly antisemitic environment at their schools. The plaintiffs, who attend schools within the district’s jurisdiction, claim their academic settings have been tainted by a spike in prejudicial behavior which includes the drawing of swastikas on properties and episodes of verbal harassment by peers and staff. One parent, Sam Kasle, has been particularly vocal, sharing that his child, a student at Woodside High School, experienced direct … Read more

Judge Rules Kraft Heinz Can Be Sued Over Mac & Cheese Claims

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A lawsuit accusing Kraft Heinz of misleading consumers about the health benefits of its iconic Macaroni & Cheese product will proceed, a federal judge has ruled. The decision arrives amid allegations that the company falsely advertised the dish as containing “no artificial flavors, preservatives or dyes,” despite the presence of chemical ingredients. The litigation, which began several years ago, points to specific ingredients like yellow 5 and yellow 6, chemicals used for coloring, which are at the heart of the controversy. Plaintiffs argue that these additives contradict the product’s purported natural composition. U.S. District Judge … Read more

Former Utah Tech President Sued for Allegedly Leaving Inappropriate Display on Employee’s Porch, Claims of Retaliation Arise

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St. George, Utah — A high-profile lawsuit has emerged involving the former president of Utah Tech University, Richard Williams, who is accused of leaving a lewd Halloween display on an employee’s porch in 2022 and subsequent retaliatory behavior. The civil lawsuit alleges that the incident is part of a larger pattern of inappropriate actions and misuse of authority. The lawsuit stems from an event where Williams, then-president of the university, allegedly left a mannequin with its face covered in blackface on the porch of a Black employee, Rachel Himsworth. Himsworth claims that this act was … Read more

Paramount Sued Over Ad Practices, Amazon Unveils AI Show Recaps, Snapchat Boosts Holiday Shopping Options

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In the swiftly evolving realms of digital entertainment and online retail, major companies are unrolling innovative services to captivate consumers, while also drawing scrutiny over privacy practices. Paramount, a prominent media conglomerate, is grappling with a lawsuit alleging unlawful data sharing, while Amazon introduces a novel AI-driven feature to enhance viewer experience. Meanwhile, Snapchat broadens its commercial footprint with new retail gift card offerings ahead of the holiday season. California resident Victor Cho has initiated a class action lawsuit against Paramount, claiming the company has infringed upon viewer privacy by tracking subscriber viewing histories and … Read more