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Lawyers for groups challenging the Trump administration’s efforts to freeze billions of dollars in foreign-aid funding on Friday afternoon urged the Supreme Court to leave in place a ruling by a federal judge in Washington, D.C., that requires the government to commit to spending $4 billion in funds by Sept. 30. President Donald Trump asked Congress in late August to claw back the funds – a maneuver known as a “pocket rescission” – and has told the justices that his administration may not commit the money as U.S. District Judge Amir Ali has ordered. Lawyers for the challengers countered on…
Activities are better with themIf you’re looking for things to do in Dubai this weekend, but you don’t want to leave your pup behind, we have a fun opportunity that you’ll be guaranteed to both enjoy. Park Inn by Radisson Dubai Motor City is throwing a fun workshop that you can both get involved in. “Paws and Paint” is an exclusive painting session for you and your pooch and will allow you to bond with your canine companion, have fun and take home your artwork.This event is hosted in collaboration with FoscArt, and you can create a custom pet portrait…
Nepal’s former Supreme Court chief justice Sushila Karki has become the country’s interim prime minister after deadly anti-corruption protests ousted the government.Karki, 73, was sworn in during a brief ceremony, becoming the first woman to lead the impoverished Himalayan nation after a deal was reached with the protest leaders.More than 50 people were killed in clashes with riot police during this week’s mass protests sparked by a ban on social media platforms. The ban was lifted on Monday – but by then protests had swelled into a mass movement. Angry crowds set fire to parliament and government buildings in the…
Justice, Democracy, and Law is a recurring series by Edward B. Foley that focuses on election law and the relationship of law and democracy. Please note that the views of outside contributors do not reflect the official opinions of SCOTUSblog or its staff. Confusion abounds over the Supreme Court’s call for reargument in Louisiana v. Callais, the latest chapter in the dispute over Louisiana’s efforts to draw a new congressional map in the wake of the 2020 census. As explained in more detail elsewhere on SCOTUSblog, the justices heard oral arguments in March on whether the drawing of a second…
Your events calendar for Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the Northern Emirates, all planned outSeptember is here, the weather is cooling down, the traffic is back and that means one thing – the epic UAE winter season starts now.Whether you’re a resident or tourist, bookmark these unmissable things to do in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the Northern Emirates for 2025, from restaurant openings to music festivals and stunning new staycation spots.SeptemberRestaurant opening: TattuManchester-born Tattu, an Instagrammable pan-Asian restaurant now found in locations across the UK – marks its international expansion with a three-part culinary experience in the soon-to-open Ciel Dubai Marina.…
ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published. This article is co-published with the Houston Chronicle and The Texas Newsroom as part of an initiative to report on how power is wielded in Texas. Billionaire Elon Musk is taking issue with a recent investigation by the Houston Chronicle and The Texas Newsroom that raised questions about a flood tunnel project he’s pitching to address Houston’s chronic flooding woes. But experts said his response, which he did not explain to the newsrooms, isn’t supported by facts or data.…
Russia says it downed 221 Ukrainian drones launched on its territory overnight, in one of the largest aerial assaults since May.More than half of the drones were intercepted over the Bryansk and Smolensk regions, south-west of Moscow, where Lukoil facilities were reportedly targeted, the defence ministry said.Authorities in the Leningrad region said 28 drones were brought down and that a fire had broken out on a vessel in the Baltic port of Primorsk, Russia’s largest oil terminal. They added that the blaze was extinguished without casualties or leaks.Meanwhile, officials said two civilians were killed in Ukraine’s Sumy region when a…
Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles and commentary related to the Supreme Court. Here’s the Tuesday morning read: The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit on Monday “upheld an $83.3 million jury award” in a defamation case brought by E. Jean Carroll against President Donald Trump and rejected his argument that the Supreme Court’s 2024 ruling on presidential immunity prevented a finding of liability in the case, according to Benjamin Weiser of The New York Times. The jury award stemmed from comments Trump made about Carroll after she accused him of rape. It was…
Felicità is more than a restaurant; it is a stage for food, music, and culture to collide in spectacular styleThe season is upon us, and foodies in Dubai are in for a treat with new restaurant openings that promise to keep their bellies (and their Instagram feeds) satisfied. One of the latest must-visit spots is Felicità, a bold new Italian destination opening at Address Sky View, Downtown Dubai.Step inside, and you’re greeted by a kaleidoscope of Sicilian-inspired artistry: hand-painted tiles, playful patterns, whimsical sculptures, and dramatic chandeliers adorned with cherubic figures. The restaurant is a visual feast of colour, light,…
The FBI has released new footage showing the suspect in the killing of US activist Charlie Kirk running across a roof – from where the fatal shot was fired – before dropping to the ground and crossing a road.As the authorities continue their search, BBC Verify’s Nick Beake has been looking at the footage and what we know about his escape.Produced by Aisha Sembhi. Filmed by Andrew Blum. Graphics by Leo Scutt-Richter and Mesut Ersoz. Source link