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Court Revives Challenge to Trump-Era CFPB Director

A federal appeals court has revived a legal challenge questioning the legitimacy of a Trump-era director's appointment to America's Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, creating fresh uncertainty for the agency.

Killer claims prison violates his human rights

Shameless killer Nicholas Metson, sentenced for murdering his wife and dismembering her body, now argues his lengthy prison term breaches his human rights in a shocking legal challenge.

First 'Guardian Shield' charge: Alleged crime boss in court

Alleged organised crime figure Ferras Merhi, the first person charged under Australia's new 'Guardian Shield' laws, has faced court in a landmark case that could redefine how authorities tackle sophisticated criminal networks.

Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang expands globally

Exclusive investigation reveals how the notorious Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua is transforming into an international criminal empire, with operations spreading across Latin America and raising alarm among global law enforcement agencies.

Council Parking Fine Scandal Exposed

Exclusive investigation reveals UK councils are issuing millions in questionable parking fines on faded and poorly marked double yellow lines, with drivers fighting back against unfair PCNs.

Trump Allies Make Dramatic Court Appearance in San Francisco

Former President Donald Trump's high-profile legal team, including Kash Patel and Pam Bondi, made a striking appearance at a San Francisco appeals court hearing, signalling intense focus on a crucial case with significant implications.

Shamima Begum's Final UK Citizenship Appeal Begins

Shamima Begum, the ISIS bride stripped of her British citizenship, launches a final legal challenge. This article examines her appeal, the national security arguments, and the potential precedent for future cases.

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.

Trump Lawyers: President Can Order Rivals' Assassination

In a stunning court appearance, Donald Trump's lawyers argued that a president could order the assassination of a political rival and face no criminal prosecution unless impeached first. The controversial claims were made during a US appeals court hearing

Record number of offenders avoid court in Scotland

Exclusive figures reveal a dramatic surge in criminals being diverted from prosecution to social work schemes in Scotland, with over 34,000 cases recorded last year. Critics warn of a 'soft-touch' justice system as serious offenders, including those charg

Trump's Defamation Appeal Dismissed, Trial Set for January

A US federal appeals court has rejected Donald Trump's attempt to dismiss E. Jean Carroll's defamation lawsuit, clearing the path for a high-stakes January trial. The ruling is a significant legal setback for the former President.

Appeals Court Denies Trump's Delay in Carroll Case

A federal appeals court has rejected Donald Trump's last-ditch effort to postpone the $83.3 million defamation payout to writer E. Jean Carroll, forcing the former president to secure a bond immediately.

Alligator on Alcatraz Sparks Bizarre US Court Case

A US appeals court has rejected a case involving an alligator mysteriously found on the infamous Alcatraz Island, raising serious questions about prison security and wildlife trafficking.

US Court Rules Trump Tariffs Were Implemented Illegally

A US federal appeals court has delivered a stunning rebuke to former President Donald Trump, declaring his administration's tariffs on foreign steel and aluminium unlawful. The ruling, which could have massive financial repercussions, opens the door for c

US Court Rules Trump Tariffs Unconstitutional

A US federal appeals court has delivered a seismic blow to former President Donald Trump's trade policy, declaring his administration's steel and aluminium tariffs unconstitutional. The landmark ruling from the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit cou

US Court Dismisses GOP Challenge to COVID Restrictions

A federal appeals court has dismissed a Republican-led lawsuit challenging North Carolina's COVID-19 safety measures, marking a significant victory for Governor Roy Cooper and state public health authority.

Court Blocks Trump's Termination of TPS Protections

A US federal appeals court has upheld a ruling blocking Donald Trump's attempt to strip Temporary Protected Status from hundreds of thousands of migrants. The landmark decision is a significant victory for immigrant rights groups.

Alan Johnson: Rwanda Plan Makes UK Less Safe

Former Home Secretary Alan Johnson delivers a scathing critique of the UK's Rwanda deportation scheme, arguing it removes key witnesses and makes prosecuting gang leaders harder, ultimately undermining public safety.

Student admits drug plot to fund education

A university student from a disadvantaged background has pleaded guilty to conspiring to sell drugs in a desperate bid to pay for his studies, revealing the harsh realities of student poverty.

Sean Kingston Sentenced for Fraud Scheme

R&B singer Sean Kingston and his mother have been sentenced for orchestrating a high-profile wire fraud scheme, defrauding businesses of millions. Read the full details of their sentencing and the charges they faced.

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