Powell Warns: High Inflation to Delay Rate Cuts
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers sobering testimony, indicating prolonged high interest rates as inflation proves more persistent than anticipated, sending ripples through global markets.
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Court Upholds Trump's Firing of Fed Governor Lisa Cook
A US appeals court has dismissed Lisa Cook's lawsuit against Donald Trump, ruling the former president had absolute immunity when he fired her from the Federal Reserve Board in 2025. The landmark decision raises serious questions about presidential power
ANZ Bank fined £375k for major governance failures
Australia's ANZ Bank has been slapped with a hefty A$750,000 fine for 'widespread' corporate misconduct and failing to maintain proper share dealing policies for its directors, following a landmark Federal Court ruling.
Texas Judge Mandates AI Disclosure in Court Filings
A US federal judge in Texas has issued a groundbreaking order requiring lawyers to certify they did not use AI programmes like ChatGPT to draft filings without human oversight. The move aims to combat 'hallucinated' fake cases and protect legal integrity.
ICE Agent Shot in Critical Condition in Chicago
A US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent is in critical condition after a targeted shooting in Chicago's West Side. Federal authorities are investigating the brazen daylight attack.
GirlsDoPorn Founder Gets 27 Years for Sex Trafficking
Michael Pratt, the mastermind behind the GirlsDoPorn empire, has been sentenced to 27 years in federal prison for a sophisticated sex trafficking scheme that exploited over 100 young women. The sentencing marks a major victory for justice.
Uni Melb Prof Fights Dismissal in Academic Freedom Case
Professor Eric Descheemaeker argues his controversial emails were protected political speech as a landmark unfair dismissal case unfolds in the Federal Court, testing the limits of academic freedom in Australia.
Federal Agents Raid Chicago Suburb in Major Operation
The Chicago suburb of Evanston was the scene of a significant federal law enforcement operation on Monday, with agents from multiple agencies executing a search warrant at a residential property. The nature of the investigation remains undisclosed as auth
Trump Asks Supreme Court to Cripple FTC Powers
In a landmark legal move, former President Donald Trump is petitioning the Supreme Court to dramatically curtail the powers of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), a case that could permanently alter the US regulatory landscape and empower corporate intere
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.
Lehrmann Challenges NACC in Landmark Legal Battle
Bruce Lehrmann mounts unprecedented legal challenge against NACC, alleging procedural unfairness in its corruption investigation. Latest twist in high-profile political scandal.
Judge Aileen Cannon Faces Intense Scrutiny in Trump Case
US District Judge Aileen Cannon, a Trump appointee, faces mounting criticism and calls for recusal over her handling of the classified documents case against Donald Trump, with legal experts questioning her impartiality.
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.
Teen smirks through sentencing for brutal schoolboy attack
A 16-year-old boy smirked and laughed as he was sentenced for a vicious assault that left a schoolboy with a fractured skull and bleeding on the brain. The shocking lack of remorse was condemned in court.
US Court Reinstates Trump's Transgender Military Ban
A US federal appeals court has reinstated Donald Trump's contentious ban on transgender individuals serving in the military, overturning a previous block by a lower court. The ruling has ignited a fierce debate over civil rights and military policy.
Judge Blocks Trump's Alien Enemies Act Immigration Order
A federal judge halts Trump's attempt to use a 1798 law to summarily deport migrants, in a major legal blow to his administration's immigration agenda.
ECHR 'Power Grab' Threatens UK Sovereignty, Report Warns
A bombshell report from the Policy Exchange think tank accuses the European Court of Human Rights of a 'significant power grab', using its rulings on asylum seekers to undermine national sovereignty and force uncontrolled immigration on member states like
ABC Faces £350k Fine Over Buttrose Pressure Claims
The Australian Broadcasting Corporation could be fined £350,000 after Federal Court hears allegations Chair Ita Buttrose pressured staff to sack journalist Antoinette Lattouf in a case testing media independence and political interference.
Trump Set for Court Appearance in Classified Docs Case
Ex-President Donald Trump is poised for a landmark appearance in a Florida federal court, facing a judge over 37 criminal charges related to mishandling classified documents. The historic hearing marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing legal saga.
Native Title Council Loses 3,500 Plots in Landmark Ruling
A Native Title body faces an unprecedented loss of ancestral lands after a Federal Court ruling dismissed its claim over a vast 3,500-plot territory, sparking outrage and a fierce vow to appeal.
Supreme Court rules against Scottish Gov over court closure
The UK Supreme Court has ruled against the Scottish Government, upholding the controversial closure of Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court. The decision deals a significant blow to Holyrood's authority over local justice matters.
Trump's Plan to Strip Protections from US Federal Workforce
Exclusive: The Trump administration is advancing a sweeping plan to strip job protections from thousands of federal employees, potentially reshaping the US government's structure and igniting a fierce political battle over the future of the American civil
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
Court blocks Trump's Venezuela oil deal
A US federal court has halted a controversial deal between Donald Trump's company and Venezuela's state-owned oil giant, PDVSA, dealing a significant legal and political blow to the former president.
Trump Sued by Fed's Lisa Cook Over Discrimination Claims
Former President Donald Trump is being sued by Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, who alleges a campaign of racial and gender-based discrimination derailed her initial confirmation. The landmark case exposes deep tensions within the US financial oversigh
Fed Governor Lisa Cook Sues Trump Over Dismissal
US Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook launches landmark lawsuit against former President Donald Trump, alleging unlawful termination and constitutional violations in a dramatic political clash.
Lehrmann to pay Ten's legal costs after failed defamation case
Channel Ten faces massive legal costs as Bruce Lehrmann loses defamation case over Brittany Higgins' interview. Judge finds on balance of probability that Lehrmann raped Higgins.
Who is Lisa Cook? The Economist Reshaping US Policy
An in-depth look at the life and career of Dr Lisa Cook, the pioneering economist making history at the Federal Reserve. Discover her journey from academic excellence to shaping global economic policy.
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