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The Supreme Court on Friday afternoon instructed the parties in a Louisiana redistricting dispute to file new briefs on whether the creation of a second majority-Black congressional district violates the Constitution. The justices heard oral arguments in March in Louisiana v. Callais but did not ultimately issue a decision in the case before their summer recess began at the end of June. Instead, they indicated on June 27 that an order “specifying any additional questions to be addressed in supplemental briefing” would follow “[i]n due course.” The case came to the court as a request by Louisiana and a group…

Craving something delicious in Abu Dhabi? From silky cheesecake to vibrant Spanish paella and fresh, zesty guacamole, these three dishes promise to delight every palate.This weekend, make your way to Abu Dhabi’s top dining spots and treat yourself to a trio of standout dishes. Whether it’s the creamy, indulgent cheesecake at LPM, the flavour-packed seafood and chicken paella at Café Del Mar, or COYA’s iconic tableside guacamole, these dishes offer a taste of luxury, tradition, and bold flavour. Ready to elevate your foodie game? Here’s where to find them.Cheesecake at LPM Restaurant & BarSilky, rich, and impossibly smooth. LPM’s signature…

ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published. Last month, Microsoft announced that Chinese state-sponsored hackers had exploited vulnerabilities in SharePoint, the company’s widely used collaboration software, to access the computer systems of hundreds of companies and government agencies, including the National Nuclear Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security. The company did not include in its announcement, however, that support for SharePoint is handled by a China-based engineering team that has been responsible for maintaining the software for years. ProPublica viewed screenshots of Microsoft’s…

France has suspended its programme for receiving Palestinians fleeing Gaza.The freeze will be in place while authorities investigate a Palestinian student in France who has been accused of making antisemitic remarks online, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot has said.The 25-year-old woman was on a scholarship in northern France’s city of Lille and will have to leave the country after her university withdrew her accreditation.France has helped more than 500 people leave Gaza since the war between Israel and Hamas broke out following the 7 October 2023 attacks.The woman, who arrived in France in July, was due to start attending classes…

Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles and commentary related to the Supreme Court. Here’s the Friday morning read: Recommended Citation: Zachary Shemtob, The morning read for Friday, August 1, SCOTUSblog (Aug. 1, 2025, 9:00 AM), https://www.scotusblog.com/2025/08/the-morning-read-for-friday-august-1/ Source link

Escape the heat at these bars in Dubai this weekendIt’s August in Dubai, which means it’s time to hide indoors from the heat and ideally somewhere high up with a cocktail in hand. While open-air terraces take a summer break, the city’s bars and rooftops aren’t going anywhere. Here are some of the best bars in Dubai to keep you cool while it’s 49°C outside.Studio FrantzénIf you can’t wait for the weekend and need a Happy Hour to kick things off, head to Studio Frantzén, the Michelin-selected modern European bistro by chef Björn Frantzén. Sip on classic cocktails like a…

This article was produced for ProPublica’s Local Reporting Network in partnership with KYUK Public Media and NPR’s Station Investigations Team. Sign up for Dispatches to get our stories in your inbox every week. When Alaska House Speaker Bryce Edgmon toured the public school in Sleetmute last fall, he called the building “the poster child” for what’s wrong with the way the state pays to build and maintain schools. The tiny community 240 miles west of Anchorage had begged Alaska’s education department for nearly two decades for money to repair a leaky roof that over time had left part of the…

Social media feeds across Australia were alight with footage of what people thought were UFOs flying over Queensland and northern New South Wales on 30 July. But experts say what people actually saw was a Chinese rocket as it passed over Australia.Professor Jonti Horner was able to match the sightings from his home state with a Long March 8A rocket launch from Hainan. The rockets are used to launch satellites for China’s state-owned internet network into space.Video by Tabby Wilson Source link

Here’s where to book a table in the capital this weekendLooking for dinner plans this weekend? Whether you’re in the mood for something fancy or keeping it casual with friends, Abu Dhabi’s dining scene has plenty to offer. We’ve rounded up some of the top Abu Dhabi restaurants to check out this weekend.HakkasanHakkasan Abu Dhabi holds a Michelin Star, a testament to Chef Lee’s expertise honed since 2003 at the original Hakkasan in London. The menu reflects Modern Cantonese roots with a focus on exceptional ingredients and a personalised approach to dining.Location: Emirates Palace, West Corniche Road, Abu DhabiTimes: Daily from 6:30pm…

Jonathan HeadSouth East Asia correspondent in BangkokGetty ImagesExport-driven economies like Thailand have been scrambling for a trade deal to avoid President Trump’s steep tariffs When US President Donald Trump made his dramatic tariff announcement on 2 April, nowhere was the shock greater than in South East Asia, a region whose entire world view and economic model is built on exports. The levies went as high as 49% on some countries, hitting a range of industries from electronics exporters in Thailand and Vietnam to chip makers in Malaysia and clothing factories in Cambodia. “I remember waking up in the morning. It…