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Boston lawyers face hearing over client funds allegation

Two prominent Boston lawyers, John P. McLaughlin and Michael A. O'Connell, are accused of mishandling client money. The Office of Bar Counsel alleges serious violations, putting their legal careers in jeopardy.

Outrage: Surge in Attacks on Aid Workers Must End

Exclusive analysis reveals an alarming escalation in violent assaults against aid workers globally. This is a crisis of humanity that demands urgent international attention and action.

UK Aid Cuts to Ukraine Are 'Gift to Putin' - Shapps

Defence Secretary Grant Shapps has issued a stark warning that the UK's drastic cuts to military aid for Ukraine represent a dangerous 'gift' to Vladimir Putin, undermining the fight against Russian aggression and risking global security.

KC: Legal Aid Reform 'Astonishing Act of Self-Harm'

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.

Legal Threat to Lammy Over Gaza Arms Policy

Foreign Secretary David Lammy is under intense scrutiny as a new legal opinion suggests he could be held personally liable for his policy on Gaza, testing the boundaries of ministerial responsibility.

Taliban's Female Aid Worker Ban Hinders Quake Relief

A major earthquake in Afghanistan has triggered a humanitarian crisis, with the Taliban's prohibition on women aid workers critically obstructing UN and NGO efforts to deliver vital assistance to the most vulnerable survivors.

Trump's Supreme Court Bid to Block Foreign Aid Sparks Crisis

Former President Donald Trump attempts an unprecedented legal manoeuvre, asking the Supreme Court to block Congress's foreign aid budget. This explosive move ignites a fierce debate over presidential powers and the separation of powers.

Democrats Pressure Biden Over Gaza Humanitarian Crisis

A coalition of over 40 Democrat lawmakers has issued a stark letter to President Biden, urging the swift establishment of a dedicated foundation to bypass aid blockades and get vital humanitarian assistance into Gaza, signalling growing party unrest over

Israel Ends Gaza Aid Pauses, Deepening Famine Crisis

The Israeli military has ended daily humanitarian pauses for aid deliveries to Gaza City, exacerbating what UN officials call 'full-blown famine' conditions. Critical supplies are stranded as diplomatic efforts stall.

Divorce Retreats Empower Indian Women Fleeing Abuse

Exclusive report from India on the growing network of retreats and camps helping women escape violent marriages and navigate the complex legal system to secure their independence and safety.

NJ Lawyers Face Action for Misleading US Government

Two New Jersey attorneys have been sanctioned for submitting falsified documents to US authorities in a high-stakes international fraud and money laundering investigation involving billions, sparking outrage in the legal community.

Germany to deny lawyers to failed asylum seekers

In a dramatic policy shift, Germany's coalition government announces plans to strip access to legal aid and lawyers from migrants with rejected asylum claims, sparking a fierce debate on migration and human rights.

Labour Rebellion Over Starmer's Foreign Aid Stance

Sir Keir Starmer confronts a significant internal Labour Party revolt over his refusal to commit to reinstating the UK's 0.7% foreign aid budget, exposing a deep rift with his own MPs and backbenchers.

Gaza Famine Exposes Netanyahu's 'Lie' on Aid Access

Exclusive report reveals catastrophic famine in northern Gaza, directly contradicting Israeli PM Netanyahu's claims of sufficient aid access. UN officials and aid agencies warn of imminent mass starvation.

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