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4 hours agoNewsDuration 1:00A fast-moving wildfire in eastern New Jersey has consumed about 4,650 hectares in less than 24 hours and is expected to grow before forecasted rain later this week, officials said Wednesday. No injuries have been reported so far in the blaze, which could become the largest in New Jersey in about 20 years. Source link
Dear SCOTUSblog readers, As one era ends, an exciting new one begins. SCOTUSblog is delighted to announce that it has been acquired by Dispatch Media, Inc., and will round out The Dispatch’s coverage of the Supreme Court and the rule of law. This blog began nearly a quarter of a century ago as a way to promote our legal work. Over the years, it has evolved into a resource on all things related to the Supreme Court, from soup-to-nuts coverage of the cases argued at the court to retirements, confirmations, and other special features. We have scaled back our coverage…
Home Daily News Supreme Court will consider scope of Sixth… U.S. Supreme Court Supreme Court will consider scope of Sixth Amendment right to counsel during trial recess By Debra Cassens Weiss April 15, 2025, 2:37 pm CDT The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to decide whether a criminal defendant’s Sixth Amendment right to counsel was violated when a judge banned him from discussing his ongoing testimony when meeting with his lawyers during an overnight trial recess. (Image from Shutterstock) The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to decide whether a criminal defendant’s Sixth Amendment right to counsel was violated when a…
The OGs that set the bar…Once upon a time in Dubai, eating out meant choosing between a handful of spots that everyone knew – and everyone loved. Fast forward to today, we’re living in a foodie paradise, and the city’s dining scene has exploded, with new restaurants popping up everywhere. We’ve all seen trends come and go, but some spots have stayed iconic and kept their essence intact, from day one to present day – and they’ll always have a special place in the city’s ever-evolving food scene. If you know, you know.Here are some of Dubai’s oldest restaurants for…
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. A top official in the Department of Labor this week informed all staff members that they could face criminal charges if they speak to journalists, former employees or others about agency business. A memo sent Monday by Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s chief of staff, Jihun Han, and obtained by ProPublica, states that “individuals who disclose confidential information or engage in unauthorized communications with the media may face serious…
Mahmoud Abbas has called Hamas “sons of dogs” in a fiery speech in which he demanded the group release the hostages it is still holding, disarm, and hand over control of Gaza in order to end the war with Israel.The president of the Palestinian Authority told a meeting in the occupied West Bank that Hamas had given Israel “excuses” to continue its attacks on Gaza, and told it to “release the hostages and be done with it”.The remarks were the strongest against the group that the president has delivered since the war began 18 months ago.A Hamas official condemned what…
Talks between the U.S., Ukraine and European officials to end Russia’s war in Ukraine faltered on Wednesday as U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio abruptly cancelled his trip to London and negotiations were downgraded.Rubio’s no-show prompted a broader meeting of foreign ministers from Ukraine, Britain, France and Germany to be cancelled, although talks continued at a lower level. The U.S. would now be represented by its Ukraine envoy, Gen. Keith Kellogg.The downgrading of the talks came amid a deadly drone attack in the Ukrainian city of Marhanets early Wednesday. A Russian drone hit a bus, killing nine people and injuring close…
On Tuesday, April 22, we will be live blogging as the court releases opinions in one or more argued cases from the current term. Click here for a list of FAQs about opinion announcements. Recommended Citation: Ellena Erskine, Announcement of opinions for Tuesday, April 22 (complete), SCOTUSblog (Apr. 22, 2025, 10:27 AM), https://www.scotusblog.com/2025/04/announcement-of-opinions-for-tuesday-april-22/ Source link
Image from Shutterstock. “May you live in interesting times.” For immigration lawyers, that old proverb is now a reality. Ever since the start of the second Trump administration, immigration lawyers have been busier than ever.Whether it is dealing with Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids, deportations, executive orders slowing down the visa process, limiting birthright citizenship, rescinding Obama- and Biden-era immigration policies, or nervous clients worried about what the new regime might mean for them, immigration lawyers have plenty on their plates. Technology, particularly generative artificial intelligence, can help with some of that increased workload. In this episode of the Legal…
It’s going to be a fun one…Gamers, assemble, Dubai Esports and Games Festival 2025 is coming this weekend and will be on for two weeks, from Friday, April 25 to Sunday, May 11. This is the fourth edition of the festival and it’s promising to be the best one yet.It’s 17 days of fun with action-packed events for all ages and interests. There are competitions, cutting-edge gaming technology, and industry-defining trends.The event is geared towardsm everyone, from families, friends, fans, casual gamers, and even esports champions. There’s truly something for all ages, gaming, abilities, and interests.A popular experience returning this…