FED:Manufacturer gears up for $2b 'forever chemicals' fight Australia is seeking billions in damages from a leading manufacturer, claiming it concealed information over the risks of PFAS-containing firefighting foam. AAP · May 28
Australia sues consumer goods giant 3M over 'forever chemicals' Australia is suing US company 3M for AU$2 billion. The lawsuit concerns contamination from firefighting foam containing 'forever chemicals' at military bases. The government seeks to recover costs for managing environmental damage. This is Australia's most significant legal action of its kind. 3M denies wrongdoing and states it stopped selling… The Economic Times · May 28
Government to sue chemical giant 3M for PFAS contamination damages The Australian government is suing US chemical giant 3M for $2 billion for damages caused by PFAS products. Newcastle Herald · May 28
FED:Australia sues firm for billions over forever chemicals The government is making its "largest legal claim ever" against a multinational company after 28 defence bases were contaminated with "forever chemicals". AAP · May 28
Manufacturer gears up for $2b 'forever chemicals' fight Australia is seeking billions in damages from a leading manufacturer, claiming it concealed information over the risks of PFAS-containing firefighting foam. AAP · May 28
Getting around Amazon isn't easy Many online shoppers who order from independent small retailers have no idea who ships their goods Salon · May 27
Berkshire Sells Visa, Domino's, and Pool Corp: Should You Follow? Berkshire Hathaway's first 13F under Greg Abel shows 16 exited positions and a record $397 billion cash pile. What can we learn from the positions he closed? MarketBeat · May 26
Berkshire Hathaway Buys Macy’s After 60 Years Away From Department Stores. M Stock Offers Real Estate, Dividends, and an Interesting Twist. Berkshire Hathaway’s unexpected return to the department store sector with a new stake in Macy’s suggests it may see overlooked value in the retailer. Barchart · May 25
The Conversation · May 25 You’ve been trying to get around Amazon – but it’s not that easy You did the right thing this morning.
The Economic Times · May 25 After Mumbai High, ONGC brings in BP in other western offshore oil, gas fields In a strategic alliance, ONGC has teamed up with BP to enhance the extraction of oil and gas from its aging offshore fields in the west. This partnership is aimed at revitalising production levels, drawing from the encouraging outcomes observed in their earlier collaboration at Mumbai High.
Motor1 · May 25 BMW M3 Faces The End: 2027 Is The Final Model Year The current-generation M3 is not long for this world, but don't worry; a replacement is coming.
BANG Premier · May 25 Rory Culkin becomes a first-time dad Rory Culkin and his girlfriend, Kate Arizmendi, have become parents for the first time.
The Economic Times · May 23 Multibagger Opportunity? REITs may be the next big wealth creation avenue for India’s retail investors India's Real Estate Investment Trusts are growing into a popular investment for everyday people. These trusts are moving beyond just office buildings to include warehouses, hotels, and shopping centers. Experts see this as a major step for the market. REITs offer stable income and a way to invest in large…
The Independent UK · May 22 HS2 bosses enjoy £500 taxpayer-funded dinners as high-speed rail project’s costs spiral Exclusive: Critics say board members should spend less time in ‘high-end cocktail bars’ and more time ‘driving down the cost’ of the beleaguered project
The Guardian - US · May 21 Student sues University of Michigan over alleged surveillance tied to Gaza protests Lawsuit says university and private investigators conspired to intimidate, terrorize and retaliate against Josiah Walker
Barchart · May 20 Berkshire Hathaway Gave Up on This Underperforming Dividend Stock, But It May Be Time for You to Buy the Dip Berkshire Hathaway dumped its stake in Domino's Pizza in Q1. The stock has a healthy dividend yield of 2.6% and is trading at reasonable valuations though.
Barchart · May 20 Berkshire Hathaway Sold Off 5 Longtime Warren Buffett Stocks. What the New Abel Era Means for You. The first quarter of Berkshire Hathaway under new CEO Greg Abel saw a lot of changes.
The Economic Times · May 20 In the 1950s, one stubborn chemical spill at a 3M lab sparked the idea behind Scotchgard An accidental lab spill in the 1950s led to the creation of Scotchgard, a revolutionary stain-repellent fabric protector. Developed by 3M amidst a boom in fluorochemical research, the product offered convenience to post-war consumers. However, the very chemicals that made it effective later raised significant environmental and health concerns, highlighting…
Barchart · May 19 Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Dumped 16 Stocks in Q1, But the Chevron Sale Was the Largest Berkshire exited 16 stocks in Q1 under CEO Greg Abel, but its Chevron stock sale stood apart. Despite trimming its stake, Berkshire still appears deeply committed to the energy giant.