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GOP senators: Gaetz nomination to head Justice in serious trouble
Republican senators are warning that Rep. Matt Gaetz’s (R-Fla.) nomination to serve President-elect Trump’s attorney general is in serious trouble, even though Republicans will control 53 seats ...Politics - The Hill - November 15 -
Sean 'Diddy' Combs is trying to obstruct justice from jail, prosecutors say
Prosecutors say Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has tried to reach out to prospective witnesses and influence public opinion from jail in a bid to affect potential jurors for his upcoming sex trafficking trialEntertainment - ABC News - November 17 -
Justice Department demands records from sheriff after killing of Sonya Massey
The government made a list of demands in dozens of categories in a letter Thursday to the Sangamon County Sheriff's Office.Top stories - CBS News - November 16 -
US justice department plans to push Google to sell off Chrome browser
Authorities seek to dismantle monopoly on search market and also want action related to AI and Android. Business live – latest updates US justice department officials plan to ask a judge to ...World - The Guardian - November 19 -
Trump hails 'justice' for Laken Riley after migrant found guilty of murder
President-elect Trump weighed in on the sentencing of the Venezuelan man charged for killing Georgia student Laken Riley earlier this year, hailing the verdict as "justice." “JUSTICE FOR LAKEN ...Politics - The Hill - November 20 -
Google Should Be Forced to Sell Chrome Browser, Justice Department Says
The spinoff would be a major blow to the tech giant and will likely kick off a legal fight with wide-reaching implications for its core business.Tech - The Wall Street Journal - November 21 -
‘A story written in blood’: hopes for justice fade for victims of Chile’s police brutality
Five years after mass protest movement, thousands of victims are trapped between hopelessness and impunity . On a recent afternoon in Santiago, several thousand people gathered to mark the fifth ...World - The Guardian - November 21 -
What does the US Department of Justice want Google to do?
Tech firm says proposals to end its dominance of internet search are a ‘radical interventionist agenda’. The US Department of Justice has proposed a range of punchy remedies to address Google’s ...World - The Guardian - November 21 -
The Guardian view of global justice at a crossroads: war crimes demand accountability | Editorial
The ICC’s arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders challenge decades of impunity, testing global resolve to uphold international justice. The arrest warrants from the international criminal ...World - The Guardian - November 22 -
How a Trump Justice Department could shift legal positions at the Supreme Court
Trump's new lawyers will have to decide how to handle hot-button issues before the high court this term, including cases on treatments for transgender youth and on ghost guns.Top stories - CBS News - November 22 -
Who is Pam Bondi, Trump's pick to lead the Justice Department?
With Matt Gaetz taking his name out of attorney general consideration, President-elect Donald Trump has named Pam Bondi as his pick to be the nation's next top law enforcement official. The former ...Top stories - CBS News - November 22 -
Irish justice minister praises 'bravery' of woman in Conor McGregor rape case
Justice Minister Helen McEntee said Nikita Hand had shown "there is light at the end of the tunnel".Top stories - BBC News - 6 days ago -
UK justice secretary attacks assisted dying bill as ‘state death service’
Shabana Mahmood has written to her constituents saying she is ‘profoundly concerned’ about Friday’s Commons vote. MPs will be placing the country on a “slippery slope towards death on demand” if ...World - The Guardian - 6 days ago -
Will Trump's former defense lawyer protect the Justice Department from Trump?
DOJ officials say Todd Blanche, a former federal prosecutor, knows its tradition of blocking politicians from influencing criminal investigations, but he faces a daunting task.Top stories - NBC News - 5 days ago -
Cop29 climate finance deal criticised as ‘travesty of justice’ and ‘stage-managed’
Some countries say deal should not have been done and is ‘abysmally poor’ compared with what is needed. The climate finance deal agreed at Cop29 is a “travesty of justice” that should not have been ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
What the Justice Department could look like under Pam Bondi
President-elect Donald Trump's second selection for attorney general, Pam Bondi, defended him during his first impeachment trial and has spent the last year running a Trump-aligned policy ...Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago -
Maine, Justice Department enter settlement to improve services for children with disabilities
Officials with the U.S. Department of Justice and the state of Maine say they have entered into a settlement that requires the state to increase community-based behavioral health services for childrenHealth - ABC News - 3 days ago -
Trump considers tough antitrust advocate for justice department unit
Gail Slater is ally of JD Vance who had also been in the running to chair the Federal Trade CommissionBusiness - Financial Times - 2 days ago -
What to know about Trump and memorandum of understanding with the Justice Department
Officials with the Biden administration said Tuesday that President-elect Donald Trump's transition team has yet to agree to terms on a memorandum of understanding with the Justice Department, ...Top stories - CBS News - Yesterday -
North Korea conducts longest-ever ICBM test
Launch comes after US and South Korean defence chiefs condemn Pyongyang’s troop deployment to RussiaBusiness - Financial Times - October 31 -
North Korea tests longest and farthest missile yet
North Korea warned its enemies with its highest and longest test of an intercontinental ballistic missile ever. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the nation also sent 10,000 troops to Russia, ...Top stories - CBS News - October 31 -
9 Best Advent Calendars (2024), Tested and Reviewed
Whether your loved one likes sweets, spices, or something a little stronger, these treat-filled Advent calendars make a great gift.Tech - Wired - November 1 -
The Best Smart Rings, Tested and Reviewed (2024)
A svelte smart ring can track important health metrics and doesn't need to be charged every day.Tech - Wired - November 1 -
North Korea releases video claiming to be of ICBM test
North Korea has released a video they say shows the test of their newest intercontinental missile with range to strike the mainland United States. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more ...Top stories - CBS News - November 1 -
City Of Troy faces 'ultimate test' in Breeders' Cup
Derby winner City Of Troy is ready for an audacious attempt to win the Breeders’ Cup Classic in the United States on Saturday.Top stories - BBC News - November 2 -
DNA-testing site 23andMe fights for survival
Once millions used it to find out about their family histories - this week it was almost delisted. What went wrong?Top stories - BBC News - November 3 -
16 Best Cozy Games (2024), Tested and Reviewed
Forget stressful leaderboards and time-sensitive missions. These games let you play at your own pace.Tech - Wired - November 4 -
Coinbase's big election bet is about to be tested
Coinbase emerged as a top corporate donor this election cycle, backing candidates the company viewed as supporting its pro-crypto agenga.Business - CNBC - November 5 -
Scotland's Graham to miss SA Test with concussion
Scotland winger Darcy Graham will miss Sunday's autumn Test with South Africa because of a concussion sustained during his four-try performance against Fiji.Top stories - BBC News - November 5 -
9 Best Down Comforters (2024), Tested and Reviewed
Snuggle up under our favorite comforters for every season and every budget.Tech - Wired - November 6 -
Best Kindle to Buy in 2024, Tested and Reviewed
Here’s how Amazon’s ebook readers stack up—and which one might be right for you.Tech - Wired - November 6 -
Trump Will Test European Solidarity on NATO, Ukraine and Trade
Another Trump term could spur Europe’s efforts to stand on its own, but it is far from clear its leaders will seize the moment this time.World - The New York Times - November 7