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Court orders girl to keep rapist father's surname

A High Court judge has ruled a five-year-old girl must retain her rapist father's surname despite serious domestic abuse history. Barrister Charlotte Proudman calls it 'state-sanctioned harm'.

Court Backs Trump's Food Stamp Cuts

A landmark federal court ruling has greenlit the Trump administration's plan to strip billions from SNAP benefits, potentially leaving millions of vulnerable Americans facing food insecurity.

Sibling rift over £1.3m inheritance fortune

A bitter family dispute erupts as a daughter inherits her mother's entire £1.3 million estate while her brother receives nothing, leading to a High Court battle over the contested will.

Australian Court Restricts Puberty Blockers for Trans Kids

In a historic judgment with global implications, Australia's Federal Court has ruled that puberty blockers for transgender children are no longer considered 'therapeutic treatment', sparking intense debate across medical and LGBTQ+ communities.

George Santos Granted Surprise Prison Release

Disgraced US Congressman George Santos walks free from prison after stunning court reversal, citing trauma from Trump assassination attempt as key factor in release decision.

No prosecution for wife in assisted dying case

A British woman will not face criminal charges after travelling with her terminally ill husband to a Swiss assisted dying clinic, in a landmark decision that reignites the debate over UK end-of-life laws.

Credit Suisse Faces High Court Over Mozambique Scandal

The Swiss banking giant confronts fresh legal turmoil as the High Court greenlights a landmark case over its role in Mozambique's controversial $2 billion loan scandal that crippled the African nation's economy.

VAR denies Ronaldo penalty in Portugal-Ireland draw

Cristiano Ronaldo's late penalty was controversially overturned by VAR in Portugal's frustrating 0-0 draw with Republic of Ireland, with Caoimhin Kelleher delivering a heroic goalkeeping performance.

Betfair Court Case Could Revolutionise UK Gambling

A landmark High Court case against betting giant Betfair may fundamentally reshape how gambling companies operate across Britain, with potentially seismic implications for the entire industry.

Children's play park bulldozed for football pitch

Outraged parents and residents in a quiet village confront council officials after beloved children's play area is unexpectedly destroyed to make way for adult football facilities, leaving families devastated and demanding answers.

Trader sues over £1.2M bonus after £6B profits

A high-flying City trader is suing his former employers after they allegedly withheld a seven-figure bonus following his team's extraordinary £6 billion profit-making performance during market turbulence.

NRL Grand Final refereeing controversy sparks fury

Explosive controversy erupts as Melbourne Storm veteran expresses outrage over contentious refereeing call involving Broncos star Reece Walsh during NRL Grand Final, with rugby league legend backing claims the fullback should have been sent off.

Hamilton & Alonso Back Leclerc in F1 Penalty Row

Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso unite in supporting Charles Leclerc after controversial penalty, as F1's biggest names condemn 'nonsense' Singapore GP decision that cost Ferrari driver dearly.

Webb: Man Utd lucky with Brentford VAR decision

PGMOL chief Howard Webb has confessed Manchester United benefited from a controversial VAR call during their dramatic comeback victory against Brentford, revealing officials missed a clear penalty opportunity for the Bees.

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