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The UK is among 27 countries backing a statement calling for Israel to allow immediate independent foreign media access to Gaza.France, Germany, Australia, and Japan have also signed the text released by the Media Freedom Coalition – an intergovernmental group which advocates for the rights and protection of journalists globally.The statement also condemned attacks on journalists, saying those working in Gaza must be protected.International journalists have been banned by Israel from entering the Gaza Strip independently since the start of the war nearly two years ago. Some journalists have been taken into Gaza by the IDF under controlled access.At least…
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. Mid-August: the time for beach reading. Easy, light-hearted, perhaps even titillating but not too heavy or political. Hey, we’re on vacation! So as the calendar slowly sets on summertime lounging, I’ll briefly call attention to the emperors’ new clothes: The justices of the United States Supreme Court have the easiest job in all of the U.S. judiciary. First, let’s review some facts: 1.…
“If you ever wanted to kill somebody, just take ’em on a cruise … because you’ll never get caught.” I disagree with the blanket truth of this statement made by “cruise safety advocate” Jamie Barnett during the new Netflix true crime documentary, Amy Bradley Is Missing, so I’ll modify it to fit the reality of actual practice: There’s potentially a smaller chance that you’ll get caught. The three-part series is about Amy Bradley, a 23-year-old woman who disappeared in 1998, from a Caribbean cruise ship. I’ve dealt with criminal allegations that occurred on cruise ships. I’ve had to navigate that…
Your guide to black points, how to avoid fines and keep your driving licence safeEver wondered how many black points you have on your UAE driving licence? Worried about losing your licence suddenly? In the UAE, black points are serious as they can affect your driving privileges, insurance, and even your job.Here’s a simple guide to understanding, checking, and removing black points in the UAE.What are black points?They are demerits added to your driving record when you break traffic rules. They are linked to your Emirates ID, not your car. The more points you get, the closer you are to…
ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published. Officials in a large North Texas county decided this week to cut more than 100 Election Day polling sites and reduce the number of early voting locations, amid growing concern about GOP efforts to limit voting access ahead of next year’s midterm elections. The 3-2 vote on Tuesday by commissioners in Tarrant County, which includes Fort Worth, came one day after President Donald Trump vowed to end the use of mail-in ballots. The president lacks the unilateral power…
US celebrity judge and social media star Frank Caprio has died aged 88, his family has said.His death following a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer was announced on his official Instagram account, where he was remembered for his “warmth” and “unwavering belief in the goodness of people”.David Caprio, his son, thanked fans for their love and support and urged people to “spread a little kindness” in his father’s memory.Beloved for his compassion and humour in the courtroom, videos of Judge Caprio presiding over cases on his hit show Caught in Providence have had billions of views on social media, earning him…
By now, you’ve probably heard a great deal about the Supreme Court’s interim relief docket, also known as the emergency or “shadow” docket – which, although it technically refers to all cases that are not briefed and argued on the merits, is commonly used to describe the cases in which a party comes to the court for an order on an emergency basis without full briefing and oral argument. Currently, much of the discourse surrounding the interim relief docket centers around whether the justices are disproportionately ruling in President Donald Trump’s favor and how often the court is deciding such…
Home Daily News SCOTUSblog founder Tom Goldstein had motive… Criminal Justice SCOTUSblog founder Tom Goldstein had motive for money offers to firm manager, prosecutors allege By Debra Cassens Weiss August 11, 2025, 1:36 pm CDT A superseding indictment in a tax fraud case against SCOTUSblog co-founder Tom Goldstein includes new allegations about attempts to influence his law firm manager and misuse of a firm trust account. (Photo by Alex Brandon/The Associated Press) A superseding indictment in a tax fraud case against SCOTUSblog co-founder Tom Goldstein includes new allegations about attempts to influence his law firm manager and misuse of a…
One of them was possibly the most anticipated hotel in Dubai for yearsDreaming of a mini-break or a summer staycation? Whether you’re looking for a sophisticated city stay or a weekend away surrounded by natural beauty, the UAE has it all. From glamping in Ras Al Khaimah’s lush mangroves to a very fancy celeb hotspot by Jumeirah, there’s a collection of stunning new hotels in the UAE you won’t want to miss.Here are some incredible new hotels in the UAE for your next staycation…New hotels in DubaiJumeirah Marsa Al ArabThis highly anticipated hotel was always going to be amazing. It…
ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published. Microsoft, as a provider of cloud services to the U.S. government, is required to regularly submit security plans to officials describing how the company will protect federal computer systems. Yet in a 2025 submission to the Defense Department, the tech giant left out key details, including its use of employees based in China, the top cyber adversary of the U.S., to work on highly sensitive department systems, according to a copy obtained by ProPublica. In fact, the Microsoft…