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Heavy rainfall has triggered landslides and flash floods across northern India. On Tuesday, more than 30 people were killed near a popular Hindu shrine in Indian-administered Kashmir. Rains have also battered parts of Himachal Pradesh and Punjab states, leaving roads blocked and property submerged. Rescue operations are under way, with authorities deploying helicopters and boats to evacuate people stranded in the affected areas. Source link
The Trump administration informed a federal appeals court on Tuesday evening that it has returned to the Supreme Court, seeking to pause an order by a federal district court in Washington, D.C., that requires the federal government to pay billions of dollars in foreign aid that Congress has already allocated. In a 36-page filing attached to a letter submitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, U.S. Solicitor General D. John Sauer told the court that unless it steps in, “it will effectively force the government to rapidly obligate some $12 billion in foreign-aid funds that would…
Many corporate legal departments and law firms have gone “all in” on alternative fee arrangements, while others have chosen not to adopt them at all. After more than a decade in common use, only an average of 23% of legal work is performed under an AFA despite wide acknowledgement of their benefits. Why does this divide exist? It’s not just about financial risk but also execution. The biggest barrier to AFA success: overcomplication The main benefit of implementing AFAs into legal operations is that it simplifies legal billing by shifting the focus from hours worked to value delivered. However, many…
Layovers don’t have to be boring. Here’s how to make Dubai Airport your playgroundStuck at Dubai Airport with time to kill? Good. This place is more than just a transit hub; it’s a city in itself. If you’ve got a tight layover or a long haul ahead, there’s actually a lot you can do that doesn’t involve staring at a departures board. From sleep pods and sushi to hidden zen spots, here’s how to make the most of your time without losing your mind.Work out between flightsIf you live an active lifestyle, you know the drill: long-haul flights, stiff legs,…
ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published. Heather Honey, a high-profile denier of Donald Trump’s loss in the 2020 election, has been appointed to a senior position in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in which she’ll help oversee the nation’s election infrastructure. Honey is a protege of Cleta Mitchell, a lawyer who tried to help Trump overturn the 2020 election results. In 2024, ProPublica reported that Honey had played a key role in Mitchell’s behind-the-scenes effort to change Georgia’s election rules to allow Republican…
On Monday, Nasser Hospital – the largest in southern Gaza and one of the few still partially operating in the Strip – was hit twice by Israeli strikes.At least 20 people were reportedly killed, including journalists and medical staff. The attack has drawn international condemnation and the United Nations has said “there must be justice”. On Monday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called it a “tragic mishap”. On Tuesday the Israeli military said the strike had targeted a “camera positioned by Hamas”, without providing evidence, but added that further investigation was needed into how the strikes had been authorised.BBC Verify…
Justice Samuel Alito reported reimbursement for just one trip – to speak at a Catholic university’s graduation ceremony in Ohio – in 2024. The news came as part of Alito’s annual financial disclosure, which was filed on Aug. 13 and released on Tuesday morning. Alito was the last member of the court to file his disclosure. The other justices filed their forms on May 15, when they were due, and the forms were released in mid-June. However, federal judges and justices can receive an extension of up to 90 days to submit their forms, and Alito regularly does. The disclosures…
Home Daily News ‘Early decision conspiracy’ among top colleges… Education Law ‘Early decision conspiracy’ among top colleges is an antitrust violation, suit alleges By Debra Cassens Weiss August 20, 2025, 2:52 pm CDT A prospective class action lawsuit accuses 32 top colleges and universities of violating antitrust laws by an “early decision conspiracy” that essentially forces applicants to be bound to a school that makes an early offer through a competitor agreement not to compete. (Image from Shutterstock) A prospective class action lawsuit accuses 32 top colleges and universities of violating antitrust laws by an “early decision conspiracy” that essentially…
Packing, shifting, and unpacking in Dubai can be stressful, but these moving companies make it much easierMoving house in Dubai is a big job. From boxing up all your belongings to dismantling furniture and setting up in your new place, the tasks can seem endless. Thankfully, there are local moving companies that know the city inside out and can take care of the heavy lifting (literally). The team will allow you to save time and cut out your stress, allowing you to settle into your new home with ease.Here are four trusted services to make your Dubai move smoother.On the…
ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up for Dispatches, a newsletter that spotlights wrongdoing around the country, to receive our stories in your inbox every week. Reporting Highlights Decades of Inaction: Despite 70 years of warnings about flaws in Idaho’s system of elected coroners, state lawmakers have repeatedly failed to adopt major changes. Reform Plans: A state subcommittee this year began discussing ways to improve the system but has not made any recommendations. What Coroners Say: On a 2025 state survey and in interviews, coroners have offered up concrete solutions ranging from more autopsy funding…