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Listen to this articleEstimated 4 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.Kuwait said Wednesday it had suspended commercial flights after an Iranian drone attack heavily damaged the country’s airport and caused injuries, hours after Iran and the United States traded missile strikes in the region. The strikes came as semiofficial Iranian news agencies said the country had stopped communicating with mediators about extending a ceasefire in the war with the U.S. and Israel. U.S. President Donald Trump disputed that claim…

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The Supreme Court on Tuesday night cleared the way for Alabama to use a congressional map in the 2026 elections that lower courts found to be racially discriminatory. In a four-page, unsigned order, the court held that that “the District Court’s analysis departed from” the Supreme Court’s April 29 decision in Louisiana v. Callais, in which the court (among other things) made it more difficult for plaintiffs to prevail on a claim that a map violates a key provision of the Voting Rights Act. Justice Sonia Sotomayor wrote a dissenting opinion, joined by Justices Elena Kagan and Ketanji Brown Jackson, in which she…

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Home Daily News Students say law school isn’t prepping them… Law Schools Students say law school isn’t prepping them to use AI in practice, new survey shows By Julianne Hill May 28, 2026, 10:10 am CDT Just 30% of third-year law students think that their school is preparing them for artificial intelligence in practice, leaving 70% of soon-to-be bar candidates to learn best practices for the emerging technology on their own. (Image from Shutterstock) Just 30% of third-year law students think that their school is preparing them for artificial intelligence in practice, leaving 70% of soon-to-be bar candidates to learn…

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All eyes on World Cup action in Abu DhabiThe capital does World Cup season in its own style – waterfront venues, island sports bars and a handful of neighbourhood favourites that have been filling up for big matches for years. From Yas Island to the Corniche, here’s your guide to watching the World Cup in Abu DhabiCoca-Cola FanzoneThe Coca-Cola Fanzone by McGettigan’s at Reem Mall is going to be the place to catch the World Cup in the capital. Expect giant screens, delicious food and drinks, and of course, an electrifying vibe.Where: Coca-Cola Fanzone, Reem Mall, Najmat Abu DhabiContact: @mcgettigansabudhabiStars ‘N’…

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Reporting Highlights City Commitment: Louisville, Kentucky, adopted its own police reform plan last year after the Justice Department walked away from a consent decree that mandated changes. A Test Case in the Trump Era: The local initiative is being watched as a test for how effectively a city can overhaul its police department without federal oversight. Slow Progress on Mental Health: A panel is reviewing how police approach mental health calls, but some activists are criticizing the pace of reform after officers killed a young woman in crisis. These highlights were written by the reporters and editors who worked on…

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Listen to this articleEstimated 2 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.Idris Elba might not be the new James Bond, but he is now one of the U.K.’s newest knights.He was one of several stars who were honoured at Windsor Castle, tapped on the shoulder with a shiny sword and officially knighted by King Charles on Tuesday.”We are thankful, the work continues,” Elba wrote in an Instagram story alongside a photo of himself sporting his fresh gold medal, hand in…

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On May 7, 2026, Clarence Thomas became the second longest serving justice in American history, surpassing Justice Stephen Field, who had been a justice for 34 years, 195 days, from 1863-1897. If Thomas stays on the bench for two more years, in May 2028, he will replace Justice William O. Douglas as the longest serving justice. Even more remarkable than his longevity is his desire to radically change the law.Thomas is the only justice that I can identify who has openly said that precedent deserves little weight in constitutional law. In a concurring opinion in 2019’s Gamble v. United States,…

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Home Daily News General counsel compensation climbs, aligned… Lawyer Pay General counsel compensation climbs, aligned with equity and company scale By Shirley Henderson May 28, 2026, 1:09 pm CDT General counsel compensation continues to increase, particularly among large public and private equity-backed companies, creating a divide in how legal chiefs are paid. (Image from Shutterstock) General counsel compensation continues to increase, particularly among large public and private equity-backed companies, creating a divide in how legal chiefs are paid. According to the recently released 2026 In-House Counsel Compensation Report by executive search company BarkerGilmore, legal chiefs who are the most well…

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Sponsored: Plus incredible views of the Dubai fountainsBringing together flavours from around the world, elegant surroundings, and a warm family-friendly atmosphere, The Market Orient offers a dining experience designed for every occasion.The group behind it, Q Food & Beverage Group, already are renowned in bringing incredible dining experiences to Dubai so you know this one is good too. The Market Orient has already become known as a foodie hub where diverse cuisines, vibrant energy, and refined hospitality come together in one destination.Located in Dubai Mall Fashion Avenue next to Huqqa Dubai Mall, the restaurant has a waterfront setting with amazing…

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