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Appeals Court Orders Limits on LinkedIn Records Sought in Leak Inquiry
A federal appeals court ruled that a national security leak inquiry could not justify collecting 18 months of journalists’ LinkedIn records as ordered. A lower court must narrow the demand and reconsider who may be told about it.
Russia and Ukraine Resume Talks Without a Ceasefire Deal
Russia and Ukraine held their first U.S.-mediated talks since February in Abu Dhabi. Negotiators discussed prisoner releases and security guarantees, but the first day ended without an announced ceasefire.
Nvidia Shareholder Sues as Board Names Outside Counsel
An Nvidia investor filed a proposed securities class action over company disclosures tied to CEO Jensen Huang. The board named outside counsel Tuesday as shares fell 5.47% to $168.89.
Trump Replaces Eighth Circuit Nominee With Arkansas Justice Cody Hiland
President Donald Trump withdrew federal Judge Lee Rudofsky’s Eighth Circuit nomination and chose Arkansas Supreme Court Justice Cody Hiland as Senate Republicans face a January change in control.
Anthropic Previews Claude Assistant for Google Meet Calls
Anthropic previewed Claude Meetings, which can answer questions and draft plans during Google Meet calls. The beta is planned for Team and Enterprise customers, alongside separate spreadsheet and whiteboard tools.
New York Mandates Science-of-Reading Training for Future Teachers
New York will require teacher-preparation programs across six fields to align literacy coursework and clinical practice with its science-of-reading framework by September 2028, reshaping training statewide.
FAA Expands Inspection Options for Turbine Airplanes and Some Drones
The FAA will let owners of single-engine turbine airplanes and certain unmanned aircraft choose new inspection programs starting Jan. 11. The rule also revises reporting and repair station requirements.
Britain Arrests U.S. Soldier in Russia-Linked Espionage Inquiry
British police arrested a U.S. Army member near Gloucester on suspicion of espionage offenses involving Russia. The FBI and U.S. military are assisting the inquiry, and police have not announced charges.
Frontier Opens First-Class Bookings for March Flights
Frontier is selling its first-class seats for flights starting March 5, 2027. Introductory bundles start at $129 each way on eligible flights, while charging ports and Wi-Fi will arrive separately.
Stacy Keach, Actor Who Played Mike Hammer, Dies at 85
Stacy Keach, who played private detective Mike Hammer on television and won a Golden Globe as Ernest Hemingway, died Tuesday in Poland. His career ranged from Broadway and Shakespeare to John Huston’s Fat City.
