Two British residents with ties to China were found guilty in London last week of gathering intelligence on democracy activists originally from Hong Kong. The men, aged 65 and 40, claimed they were just ordinary locals, but prosecutors presented evidence showing they had collected personal details a
Swedish courts often rely on age estimates when deciding criminal cases. Out of 61 reviewed rulings, these guesses played a big role at three key cutoffs: 15, 18, and 21 years old. The judges looked at different kinds of proof—like medical tests, witness statements, and official documents—to figure
ExxonMobil, the biggest oil producer in America, is planning to shift its legal base from New Jersey to Texas. The decision comes after the company’s board agreed that a Texan address would better match its business climate. Shareholders will decide at the annual meeting on May 27 whether to appr
In 2026, major US companies will face crucial court decisions that could cost them billions. The cases involve big names like Apple, Live Nation, and the NFL. These legal battles will have a significant impact on the companies and the people involved. The NCAA is dealing with a massive settlement f
Russia has taken a significant step to shield its officials and military from foreign legal actions. President Vladimir Putin signed a law that allows Russia to disregard rulings from foreign and international courts in criminal cases. This move comes as several countries and international bodies ar
Russia is making a bold move against Google. They've frozen about $129 million of Google's assets in France. This is unusual because Russia is trying to use the law to go after a big Western company's money abroad. It's all part of a bigger fight over frozen Russian assets in Europe. Google Russia
The UK is shaking things up in its court system. The government wants to speed things up by limiting jury trials. This change is aimed at cases where the punishment is less than three years in jail. Instead of a jury, a single judge will decide if someone is guilty or not. This idea is part of a bi
In a recent decision, a group of federal judges gave the green light to North Carolina's new congressional map. This map, drawn by Republicans, will be used in the upcoming 2026 midterm elections. The judges dismissed arguments from the NAACP, Common Cause, and several Black and Hispanic voters. The
The French Open is a tennis tournament that takes place in Paris. It is known for its clay courts, which can change dramatically from day to day. This year, the weather has been all over the place, from rain to scorching heat. These changes have a big impact on how the game is played. Players have
In the world of criminal justice, there's a growing trend where courts are starting to see violent crimes as something that can be fixed, not just punished. This is especially true for veterans. Veterans Treatment Courts (VTCs) are a prime example of this shift. These courts bring together judges, p
