Battery energy storage systems (BESS) enhance renewable energy integration, provide synthetic inertia for grid stability, and face financial challenges due to unpredictable revenue streams and policy uncertainties.

Tom Goldstein faces legal challenges after being indicted for failing to meet tax obligations related to his high-stakes poker winnings, raising concerns about financial management.

Joseph Aoun, Lebanon’s newly elected president, faces calls for judicial independence, government transparency, and anti-corruption measures, following a two-year political stalemate.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau plans to regulate nonbank personal loan lenders following a petition highlighting oversight gaps and consumer protection risks in the sector.

Recent legislative changes include Ohio’s remote pharmacy dispensing bill, Kentucky’s telehealth coverage for speech therapy, and reimbursement parity efforts across multiple states to enhance virtual care access.

Damian Williams returns to his original law firm, while associates at Wilson Sonsini express dissatisfaction with bonus structures. Kevin McLaughlin shares insights on successful mergers. Jay-Z’s team challenges sexual assault allegations, and Google submits numerous amicus briefs.