Author: Olive Metuge
Lawyers for a 24-year-old transgender woman urged the Supreme Court on Tuesday to dismiss a challenge to an Idaho law that bans transgender women and girls from participating on girls’ and women’s sports teams. Lindsay Hecox, who originally filed the case because Hecox wanted to try out for the women’s track and cross-country teams at Boise State University, will no longer play women’s sports in Idaho, Hecox’s lawyers said. And as a result, Hecox’s legal team argued, the case is moot – that is, no longer a live controversy. Alan Hurst, the solicitor general of Idaho, told the justices that…
Time to look up in September, as the UAE will witness one of the longest lunar eclipses it has seen in a while…If you’re drawn to all things astronomical, take note that in September, the UAE will witness the Blood Moon – ‘the biggest astronomical event of the year’: a total lunar eclipse that is set to last 1 hour and 22 minutes. Not only is it the largest eclipse of 2025, but it is also the longest the UAE has seen in recent years.And the 82-minute time span just includes the maximum eclipse (totality). From the beginning of the…
A man has died on a Sydney beach after being bitten by a suspected “large shark”, Australia’s New South Wales police have said.In a statement, the police said the man had been pulled out of the morning surf onto the shore at Long Reef Beach – but he “died at the scene”.”Two sections of a surfboard have been recovered and taken for expert examination,” the statement read.Saturday’s incident has resulted in a string of closures in the popular area known as the Northern Beaches.The state police said the emergency services received reports shortly after 10:00am local time on Saturday (00:00…
Lawyers for a 14-year-old transgender boy on Friday urged the Supreme Court to leave in place a ruling by a federal appeals court that requires a South Carolina school district to allow the student to use the boys’ bathroom for now. The teen, known only as John Doe, is challenging a state law that requires students to use the bathrooms that correspond to their biological sex “at the time of birth.” Lawyers for the teen emphasized that the order by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit is a narrow one that “only applies to John” and “does…
With over 210,000 years of human history, 34.2 square kilometres of adventure, and now even a UNESCO Heritage status, Mleiha National Park is a must-visit for culture-vultures, thrill-seekers and history lovers. With culture, heritage, and a passion for preserving history at its core, Sharjah has cemented its status as a must-visit for authentic, locally inspired experiences. Among its starring attractions is Mleiha. Transformed into a National Park as of February 2025, this fascinating enclave invites guests to adventure across golden dunes, travel back in time to ancient civilisations and stay in dazzling eco-retreats.To inspire your next visit, we asked Omar Jasim…
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 Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan local newsroom that informs and engages with Texans. Sign up for The Brief Weekly to get up to speed on their essential coverage of Texas issues. After the 2022 mass shooting at Robb Elementary, school leaders in Uvalde, Texas, initially planned to publicly defend district Police Chief Pete Arredondo, but officials instead chose to remain silent as investigations into police actions unfolded, newly released records show. Arredondo…
Google has been fined €2.95bn (£2.5bn) by the EU for allegedly abusing its power in the ad tech sector – the technology which determines which adverts should be placed online and where.The European Commission said on Friday the tech giant had breached competition laws by favouring its own products for displaying online ads, to the detriment of rivals.It comes amid increased scrutiny by regulators worldwide over the tech giant’s empire in online search and advertising.Google told the BBC the Commission’s decision was “wrong” and it would appeal.”It imposes an unjustified fine and requires changes that will hurt thousands of European…
ScotusCrim is a recurring series by Rory Little focusing on intersections between the Supreme Court and criminal law. Please note that the views of outside contributors do not reflect the official opinions of SCOTUSblog or its staff. The Framers of our Constitution were, of course, all criminals. This is not often said, but it deserves frank recognition. The revolutionary founders were committing violent, treasonous acts against their government, the British monarchy. Announcing independence in 1776, the Framers declared that they had suffered a “long train of abuses” at the hands of the British criminal justice system. Thus much of the…
Ramen has become one of Dubai’s favourite comfort foods, and the city is packed with steaming bowls of noodles, rich broths and tasty toppingsWe’ve rounded up some of the best spots in the city where you can slurp your way through delicious bowls of ramen, from homegrown favourites to chef-led restaurants with recipes perfected over decades.YUi Ramen HouseA relaxed spot serving bowls of ramen packed with flavour. The signature paitan ramen with tender rib eye is a must-try, while the menu also features tasty veggie options. If you prefer something lighter, there are a few Japanese small plates and skewers…
This article was produced for ProPublica’s Local Reporting Network in partnership with Capitol News Illinois. A portion of the reporting in Alexander County is supported by funding from the Pulitzer Center. Sign up for Dispatches to get our stories in your inbox every week. On a late July morning, Blake Gerard zips across his Southern Illinois rice farm on a four-wheeler, wearing his usual USA Rice shirt and shorts that hit above the knee. It’s the only rice farm in Illinois, a place where rice never grew before. He carries rubber hip boots in his truck for when he needs…