A. The solar system may be a nine-planet affair once again. Sorry, Plutonians, your favorite dwarf planet is not getting readmitted to the big-boy planet club. New York Times
B. In yet more planet-related news, last year was the hottest year on record on this planet. Washington Post
C. You should go to Columbia Law School. Why? Because Amal Clooney will be a guest lecturer there. (Amal apparently can’t get into Yale either.) Above the Law
D. According to complaints in class action lawsuits recently filed in California, New York, and Florida, a brand of lip balm endorsed by Kim K and Britney Spears causes rashes and blisters. No comment. Chicago Tribune
E. For our California friends, here are some ways to make $$$ until those lawyer bucks start rolling in. The Penny Hoarder
