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Judge blocks DC outlet NOTUS from rebranding as ‘The Star,’ after rival’s lawsuit

Judge blocks DC outlet NOTUS from rebranding as ‘The Star,’ after rival’s lawsuit

Summary

A federal judge has temporarily stopped the NOTUS news outlet from changing its name to The Star. This decision came after a lawsuit was filed by The Washington Star, which claimed rights to the name. The judge also ordered both companies to try to settle their dispute soon.

Key Facts

  • A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order on NOTUS.
  • The order blocks NOTUS from rebranding as The Star.
  • The Washington Star filed a lawsuit against NOTUS over the name.
  • Judge Rossie D. Alston Jr., appointed by President Donald Trump, made the ruling.
  • Both news outlets must schedule a settlement conference within seven days.
  • A follow-up hearing is planned after the settlement talks.
  • The case focuses on trademark and branding rights between the two news companies.
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