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Court Sides With Protesters in Landmark Ruling Against Govt

In a major ruling for civil liberties, the Court of Appeal has sided with climate protesters, declaring that the government's guidance on what constitutes 'reasonable' protest was unlawful. The decision is a significant blow to the government's crackdown

Texas signs judicial redistricting bill, critics cry foul

Governor Greg Abbott signs into law a sweeping redistricting plan for Texas's lower courts, a move critics decry as a partisan power grab that could disenfranchise minority voters and reshape the state's judicial landscape for years to come.

Google Maps 'UFO' Baffles Viewers in Scottish Highlands

A strange, saucer-shaped anomaly spotted on Google Maps in the Scottish Highlands has sparked a frenzy online, with UFO enthusiasts and sceptics debating its origins. Discover the location and the theories.

Home Office Faces Court Over Epping Immigration Raid

The Home Office's controversial immigration enforcement operation in Epping is under legal fire as the Court of Appeal grants a judicial review, citing potential 'unlawful' detention practices.

Court Slams Home Office for 'Egregious' Legal Breach

The Court of Appeal has delivered a scathing rebuke to the Home Office for unlawfully denying an Iranian man's asylum claim and attempting to deport him without a fair hearing, in a landmark ruling for immigration justice.

California Dems' Redistricting Move Sparks Gerrymandering Row

California's political landscape faces a seismic shift as Democrats push for a controversial redrawing of electoral maps, sparking fierce accusations of gerrymandering from Republicans and watchdog groups ahead of the 2026 elections.

Google Maps Blurs Windsor Castle Views, Study Finds

New research reveals Google Maps has obscured key views of Windsor Castle, raising questions about digital security and the protection of national landmarks in the age of satellite imagery.

Cooper: Govt's Farage Court Criticism 'Dangerous and Irresponsible'

Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper accuses the Government of a 'dangerous and irresponsible' attack on the justice system after ministers criticised the High Court's ruling on the Nigel Farage police row. The explosive comments follow a landmark judicial

How Maps Have Shrunk Africa's True Scale and Potential

A new Guardian analysis exposes how the Mercator map projection has historically minimised Africa's true size and global importance, calling for a more accurate representation of the continent's vast potential.

Court Rules Home Office Asylum Evictions Unlawful

The UK High Court has delivered a scathing ruling against the Home Office, declaring its eviction of asylum seekers from a hotel in Epping Forest without adequate notice 'unlawful'. The landmark judgement, brought by former Labour MP Dan Jarvis, highlight

Biden Judge Steps Down From Trump DC Election Case

US District Judge Kendra Briggs recuses herself from the high-stakes 2020 election case against Donald Trump, citing an 'appearance of impartiality' in a move that reshapes the legal battlefield.

Virginia GOP Demands Special Counsel for Trump Probe

Virginia House Speaker Todd Gilbert calls for special counsel investigation into perceived 'weaponisation' of justice system against former President Donald Trump, citing grave concerns over judicial impartiality.

UK Court Upholds Government's Israel Arms Export Policy

The UK High Court has rejected a legal bid to halt British arms exports to Israel, ruling the government's decision-making process was lawful. The case, brought by campaigners, centred on allegations of breaches of international humanitarian law in Gaza.

Judge reprimanded for 'romps' in chambers with clerk

A senior Crown Court judge has been formally reprimanded after admitting to a 'clandestine relationship' and engaging in sexual activity with his partner, a court clerk, inside his private chambers. The Judicial Conduct Investigations Office found his act

Judge Blocks Release of Epstein Grand Jury Transcripts

A Florida judge denies the release of grand jury transcripts from the 2006 Jeffrey Epstein probe, shielding key witness testimonies and reigniting debates over judicial transparency in a case mired in scandal.

High Court Rules Home Office Asylum Evictions Unlawful

The High Court has delivered a scathing verdict against the Home Office, ruling its policy of evicting asylum seekers from hotels without adequate notice as unlawful. The judgment, a major victory for refugee charities, exposes a 'serious failing' in the

Children Sue Scottish Council in High Court Over Climate Inaction

In a groundbreaking UK legal challenge, a group of children and young adults from West Dunbartonshire are suing their local council in the High Court, demanding it scraps its current local development plan for failing to adequately address the climate cri

Kentucky Judge Shot Dead by Accuser's Father

A Kentucky judge has been assassinated in a targeted shooting outside the courthouse. The alleged gunman, a man whose daughter accused the judge of running a sex trafficking ring, is in custody. This shocking event exposes a dark scandal rocking the local

Texas redistricting battle: Dems challenge GOP maps

Democrats escalate their fight against Texas Republicans over alleged gerrymandering in congressional redistricting, setting the stage for a pivotal legal clash ahead of the 2026 elections.

Tennessee GOP Bill Seeks to Ban Google Maps in Schools

Republican lawmakers in Tennessee have proposed a bill to prohibit the use of Google Maps in public schools, citing concerns over 'liberal bias' in its algorithms. Critics argue the move is politically motivated and could hinder education.

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