Emails Legally Defined as Property in Australian Court
A Sydney court has overturned an assault conviction, setting a legal precedent that emails and texts constitute personal property. Discover how this landmark ruling modernises Australian law.
A Sydney court has overturned an assault conviction, setting a legal precedent that emails and texts constitute personal property. Discover how this landmark ruling modernises Australian law.
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The EU's top court has ruled Poland's Constitutional Tribunal lacks independence due to politicised appointments. The decision pressures Warsaw to enact reforms.
Poland announces plans to produce anti-personnel mines for its eastern border defence, marking a historic shift from the Ottawa Treaty. Read the full analysis.
The government closes a legal loophole after the murder of former prison officer Lenny Scott. Killers motivated by a victim's past role will now face whole life sentences. Read the full story.
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A man from a prominent Melbourne family has been convicted of digitally raping a woman in his home after pretending to be her boyfriend. The jury reached its verdict after less than two days.
A 13-year-old boy executed a convicted murderer in a Taliban public killing before 80,000 spectators in Afghanistan. Read the full report on the regime's return to brutal 'eye for an eye' justice.
A man from a prominent family denies digitally raping a woman at his Melbourne home. He admitted forging an Uber receipt after the alleged assault. The trial continues.
A former soldier has been imprisoned for rape after faking a $700 bank transfer to a sex worker, marking the first conviction under NSW's new consent laws. Read the full story.
New Zealand spinner Ish Sodhi hits his maiden first-class century and celebrates with a hilarious WWE-inspired move. Discover the record-breaking partnership and viral reaction.
Queensland's Matt Renshaw declares Usman Khawaja one of Australia's greatest batters, backing him to retain his Test spot despite back spasms and form concerns. Read the full analysis.
A young Italian couple was ambushed in a Rome park. The man was restrained and forced to watch as migrants sexually assaulted his 18-year-old fiancée. Read the latest on the arrests and investigation.
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Slovenia passes controversial 'Šutar law' granting police sweeping powers in Roma neighbourhoods, sparking discrimination accusations from human rights groups. Read the full analysis.
Dorothy Bain KC confirms rape shield protections remain despite Supreme Court warning that current laws may breach defendants' rights to fair trials in Scotland.
A Scottish Government review proposes decriminalising abortion and allowing terminations post-24 weeks with two doctors' approval. Discover the controversial recommendations and reactions.
Cameron Green delivered a compelling all-round performance for Western Australia, scoring 94 and bowling injury-free, strengthening his case for Ashes selection ahead of the first Test.
Landmark Supreme Court judgment relaxes rules on victim sexual history evidence in rape trials, prompting fears of appeals and distress for survivors. Learn the full implications.
Exclusive report reveals horrific new atrocities in Sudan's escalating conflict as militants publicly assault women and execute 40 civilians in latest wave of violence.
Businesses could be legally required to protect employees from stalkers following Gracie Spinks' murder, as campaigners push for 'Suzy's Law' reforms in workplace safety legislation.
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Daughter of Jude Law showcases her incredible figure in sheer cover-up and skimpy bikini bottoms during sun-drenched birthday celebrations on the beach
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SpaceX approaches US government to fund constellation of hundreds of spy satellites as national security tensions escalate. Exclusive details reveal Trump-era discussions and current developments.
Groundbreaking new legislation inspired by tragic death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak gives UK tenants legal power to demand urgent repairs for dangerous damp and mould within strict timeframes.
French parliament passes landmark legislation explicitly defining sexual consent after high-profile case reveals legal gaps. New 'presumption of non-consent' represents major victory for women's rights.