Former US special counsel Jack Smith defended his aborted cases against Donald Trump in a House deposition, warning of catastrophic consequences for democracy if election interference goes unpunished. Read the full testimony.
Former special counsel Jack Smith's closed-door testimony reveals he believed Donald Trump was criminally liable and would have been convicted. Read the explosive details.
Former special counsel Jack Smith's deposition states Trump 'caused and exploited' the Capitol riot. Read the full details of the 255-page transcript released by the House Judiciary Committee.
FBI Director Kash Patel faces a House investigation over his use of taxpayer-funded armoured BMWs and private jet travel. Discover the details of the spending controversy.
Victoria Richards invites Independent Women readers to vote in this week's poll on the 'superflu'. Join the debate, see live results, and subscribe to the free newsletter for more insights.
Ira Sachs' film 'Peter Hujar's Day' tops the 2026 Film Independent Spirit Award nominations with five nods. Discover the full list of contenders and key facts about the ceremony.
A Labour minister has defended controversial plans to remove juries from some trials, stating judges with diversity training will do a 'good job'. Read the full debate on justice reforms.
Carey Mulligan dazzled on the pink carpet at the 2025 British Independent Film Awards in London. Discover all the winners and stunning fashion moments from the prestigious ceremony celebrating UK filmmaking talent.
Historian Timothy Garton Ash reveals essential institutions to safeguard against democratic erosion. Learn how to defend democracy before it's too late.
The British Independent Film Awards nominations are out with unexpected frontrunners challenging established favourites. Discover which films and performances made the cut in this year's most exciting race for independent cinema glory.
The British Independent Film Awards unveils its 2025 nominations with intimate dramas 'My Father's Shadow' and 'Pillion' dominating the shortlist, celebrating the best of UK cinematic talent.
FBI Director Christopher Wray confronted aggressive questioning from Republican lawmakers about the investigation into Donald Trump during a contentious House hearing in Boise, Idaho.
Former Prime Minister Theresa May delivers stark warning against political attacks on judiciary, defending judicial independence amid growing tensions between government and courts.
In a historic move, barristers in England and Wales can now ditch traditional wigs after legal chiefs rule them culturally insensitive in modern courtroom proceedings.
A bombshell investigation reveals Supreme Court Justice Anna Barbara Hantz Marconi faces multiple corruption allegations, including improper political donations and ethical violations that could shake the New Hampshire judiciary to its core.
President Trump's judicial nominee Paul Ingrassia has been voted down by the Senate Judiciary Committee after revelations of racist and inflammatory text messages, dealing a significant blow to the administration's judicial appointments.
Federal court nominee Paul Ingrassia's confirmation hangs in balance as Senate Democrats investigate his participation in controversial online forums discussing conspiracy theories and political attacks.
Attorney General Victoria Prentis delivers unprecedented rebuke to Conservative colleagues, warning that undermining judges and legal institutions poses serious danger to Britain's constitutional foundations.
A British judge has overturned the conviction of a man who burned a Koran, declaring the right to offend is fundamental to free speech in landmark case testing UK liberties.
A dramatic security breach occurred at India's Supreme Court when a man threw a shoe toward Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud during proceedings. The incident has raised serious questions about courtroom security protocols.
Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick faces backlash after mocking judges' traditional wigs during legal conference speech, drawing accusations of government hostility towards judiciary.
The US Supreme Court begins a landmark term tackling explosive issues from abortion rights and gun laws to environmental regulations and digital privacy in what promises to be a defining session for American jurisprudence.
An in-depth look at Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's groundbreaking role on the US Supreme Court, her influential jurisprudence, and how she's reshaping American legal discourse from the bench.
Umar Khalid, a prominent Indian activist, marks five years in pre-trial detention under the controversial UAPA anti-terror law. This in-depth report examines the case critics call a grave miscarriage of justice and a test for India's democracy.
In a scathing critique, Thomas Ross KC warns that removing specialist criminal barristers from the Legal Aid Agency's advisory panel is a catastrophic move that will undermine fair trials and worsen the crisis in the UK's justice system.
NRL fans are in a state of disbelief after Broncos star Reece Walsh avoided a suspension for a headbutt, receiving only a fine. The controversial decision has major implications for the upcoming finals series.
Brisbane Broncos star Reece Walsh could miss the NRL finals after being charged for a high shot on Canberra's Matt Timoko. The fullback faces a tense wait as the Broncos consider challenging the grade two careless high tackle charge.
A Turkish court has sentenced Istanbul's popular mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, to over two years in prison and imposed a political ban, a move widely seen as a political manoeuvre to sideline a key rival to President Erdogan ahead of crucial elections.
A powerful new British film, 'Deaf', exposes the harrowing realities of a young mother navigating a system that refuses to listen. This must-see drama is a raw testament to resilience.
A Japanese national has been sentenced to over a decade in a Chinese prison on espionage allegations, a case emblematic of Beijing's harsh crackdown in Xinjiang and its opaque judicial system.