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Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao and Binance.US are facing a class-action lawsuit filed by a California resident Nir Lahav for their alleged role in causing the downfall of rival exchange FTX.

AFP reported. Lowell had also asked Judge Christopher Burke to allow Biden, who lives in California, to appear by video instead of in person but the request was denied. "The defendant should not receive any special treatment in this matter," Burke wrote in his ruling.

Pat Sajak prepares to bid farewell to his iconic role as the host of "Wheel of Fortune," fans of the long-running game show may have noticed a surprising absence in recent episodes. Vanna White, the show's beloved letter-turner, was missing from her usual spot. However, there's no need to panic, as Vanna's absence is only temporary and not indicative of a permanent change.

A group of investors behind a class-action lawsuit against Terraform Labs and its co-founder Do Kwon over fraud allegations have dropped the case. 

A class-action suit was filed against Binance.US and Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao on Oct. 2 in the District Court of Northern California alleging various violations of federal and California law on unfair competition for attempting to monopolize the cryptocurrency market by harming its competitor FTX. The suit was brought by Nir Lahav, who is identified only as a California resident. 

Mariah Carey unveiled her "Merry Christmas One and All" tour, set to spread holiday cheer across North America, starting on November 15. The 13-date tour will begin at California's Yaamava Casino in Highland on November 15, and include stops in Chicago, Boston, Toronto, Detroit, and more, concluding at New York City's Madison Square Garden on December 17, just a week before Christmas. Mariah Carey shared the news on social media, saying, «Announcing the MERRY CHRISTMAS ONE AND ALL Tour!» Tickets for "Merry Christmas One and All" tour will be available through presales starting on October 4 at 10 a.m. local time, followed by a general sale on October 6 at 10 a.m. local time.

United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) chair Rostin Behnam highlighted his agency’s activity in the crypto sphere and the need for up-to-date legislation at the Financial Industry Association Expo 2023 event in Chicago. He described the CFTC Enforcement Division’s efforts as a “nonstop drumbeat.”

Heartstopper Season 3 is coming on Netflix. The production for the UK-based coming-of-age series has begun, according to a report in WhatsOnNetflix. The second season of Heartstopper was released in August. All eight episodes of the second season premiered on Netflix on August 3, 2023. Production for the show is managed by See-Saw Films, and it's worth noting that the series is set to film once again in London, UK, as per the report. Alice Oseman, the original creator of the graphic novel that inspired the series, remains involved as the writer for the Netflix adaptation. Euros Lyn has directed all the episodes up to this point. Netflix UK made an official announcement on October 2, 2023, via a tweet confirming the commencement of production for season 3. Season 3 of the series will consist of eight episodes in total, and the title of the first episode has already been unveiled as «Love.»

All models of Onewheel self-balancing electric skateboards are under recall after at least four deaths and multiple injuries were reported in recent years, federal regulators say

Apple has acknowledged software-related problems as the culprit behind the overheating issues reported by users of its recently released iPhone 15 models. Complaints about the devices becoming uncomfortably hot prompted Apple to investigate and assure users that a fix is on the way.

Tesla shipped 435,059 cars globally in the third quarter, as factory downtime led to its first delivery decline in more than a year.

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) — Electric-vehicle maker Rivian (NASDAQ:RIVN) Automotive on Monday reported third-quarter deliveries above analysts' estimates, as it ramped up production to meet a sustained demand for its pickup trucks and sport-utility vehicles (SUVs).

Ring of Fire solar eclipse, also known as an annular eclipse, is set to grace the skies, offering a remarkable viewing experience. This extraordinary event will be visible in specific regions of the United States and parts of Central and South America on the morning of October 14. The Ring of Fire Effect: What to expect During this awe-inspiring phenomenon, a luminous ring of light encircles the moon, creating a breathtaking spectacle. This occurs when the moon aligns directly in front of the sun, akin to a total solar eclipse.

Apple is blaming a software bug and other issues tied to popular apps such as Instagram and Uber for causing its recently released iPhone 15 models to heat up and spark complaints about becoming too hot to handle

Millions of Americans must start repaying their federal student loans again in October, with monthly payments averaging hundreds of dollars

A former Staples Inc. executive whose fraud and bribery convictions in the sprawling college admissions cheating scandal were thrown out by an appeals court has been sentenced to six months of home detention for a tax offense

In a remote, dry patch of California farm country, a battle is raging over carrots

California won’t be giving unemployment checks to workers on strike

(Reuters) — The International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) representing U.S. dockworkers has filed for a chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to resolve a pending litigation with the Oregon affiliate of the International Container Terminal Services Inc (ICTSI).

foldable smartphone, possibly named the OnePlus Open, with an expected release date of October 19. The device might feature a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, 16GB RAM, 256GB storage, dual displays (7.8-inch inner and 6.3-inch cover), as per several media reports. As per a report by Gadgets360, OnePlus has revealed plans to introduce its inaugural foldable smartphone, with the official launch date and product name still pending confirmation.

ABC News quoted the lottery as saying. The Powerball lottery also noted that Saturday night’s drawing for the $960 million jackpot produced white balls 19, 30, 37, 44, and 46 with red Powerball 22. As per details, Saturday's winner would have brought home the fourth-largest Powerball jackpot ever.