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Fans bid farewell to Denis Law at United star's funeral
More than 1,000 fans gathered at Old Trafford to pay their respects to the Manchester United legend.BBC News - Feb. 11 -
What to Know About the Anti-Bribery Law Trump Is Targeting
Federal prosecutors and securities regulators have gone after large companies for violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, which prohibits them from bribing foreign officials.The New York Times - Feb. 12 -
This obscure law is one reason Trump's agenda keeps losing in court
Lawyers challenging Trump's use of executive power are turning to a familiar weapon in their armory: the Administrative Procedure Act.NBC News - Feb. 12 -
Trump froze a bribery law that previously hit suppliers for Elon Musk's Tesla
President Trump has told Attorney General Pam Bondi to look at past cases by the DOJ involving the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.CNBC - Feb. 12 -
Trump freezes U.S. law banning bribery of foreign officials
Although President Trump can't overturn the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, experts say he can change how it is enforced.CBS News - Feb. 12 -
Top EU court adviser finds Denmark’s ‘ghetto law’ is direct discrimination
If European court of justice agrees, ‘parallel societies’ policy could violate EU law, putting onus on Copenhagen to change it. Denmark’s “ghetto law”, which allows the state to demolish apartment ...The Guardian - Feb. 13 -
What is New York's Green Light Law at center of DOJ lawsuit?
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi says the Department of Justice is suing New York over the state's Green Light Law.CBS News - 6d -
Change in California law could provide path to freedom for a convicted killer
The family of Justine Vanderschoot, a California teen murdered in 2003, is fighting for justice after learning a change in state law could provide a path to freedom for one of her convicted ...CBS News - 6d -
Why Trump’s Takedown of an Anti-Bribery Law Could Backfire
The president has said the law is unfair to U.S. businesses. But lawyers say weakening it could end up costing corporate America big.The New York Times - 5d -
Trump Suggests No Laws Are Broken if He’s ‘Saving His Country’
President Trump shared a quotation on social media, making it clear it was one he wanted people to absorb: “He who saves his Country does not violate any Law.”The New York Times - 4d -
Nevada Takes a Crack at the Egg Price Problem by Loosening Law
Nevada is relaxing cage-free bird rule in an attempt to lower egg prices.Inc. - 4d -
Trump post has critics saying he's declaring himself above the law
In a post Saturday on X and TruthSocial, President Donald Trump suggested he is above the law if he "saves his country."ABC News - 3d -
New law in Vietnam derided as bid to quell all critique of communist rule
A rights group calls Vietnam's new "Decree 147" social media crackdown a bid by the Communist Party to put an "icy stranglehold on free speech."CBS News - 2d -
'Hopeless' to potentially handy: law firm puts AI to the test
Despite 'incredible' progress AI tools still aren't up to the level of even a junior lawyer, research suggests.BBC News - 2d -
Eric Adams, Trump and a New York story that’s stress-testing the rule of law
The Trump DoJ’s move to drop corruption charges against the US’s highest-profile mayor has caused alarm. In both real life and on film, New York City has often been a city linked with public ...The Guardian - 2d -
Louisiana, New York battle over abortion laws: What comes next
Louisiana's attorney general is seeking to extradite a New York doctor who prescribed and sent abortion medication through the mail to a resident of the Pelican State, escalating a legal battle ...The Hill - 1d -
Woman, 74, first to be arrested under Scotland's abortion protest law
The new law prevents any protests or vigils taking place within 200m (656ft) of clinics offering abortion services in Scotland.BBC News - 1d -
New school uniform law should come in 'sooner rather than later'
Parents tell BBC News NI that a new law needs to address the expense of kitting out children for school.BBC News - 14h -
How Far Will Trump Go? Tom Friedman Is Banking on the Law of Gravity.
The president wants to create a revolution abroad. This Opinion columnist would love to see a plan.The New York Times - 50m -
Trump Trade Nominee Defends Plan to Reorder International Trade
Jamieson Greer advocated restructuring the international trading system and defended the president’s aggressive actions against Canada and Mexico as he testified before the Senate.The New York Times - Feb. 6 -
Wall Street Prepares to Defend Carried Interest, a Favored Tax Break, Again
President Trump called for ending the so-called carried interest loophole, which saves financiers billions. It’s a tax break that has survived time after time.The New York Times - Feb. 7 -
Du Plessis successfully defends middleweight belt in rematch with Strickland in UFC 312
Dricus Du Plessis didn’t like the way his first meeting with Sean Strickland ended in a split decision a little more than a year ago, so he made sure there was no doubt on Sunday at UFC 312 in SydneyABC News - Feb. 9 -
Ange Postecoglou defends Tottenham players in wake of Villa FA Cup exit
Injury-hit side beaten 2-1 in fourth round at Villa Park ‘The players are tired. They have been outstanding’ Ange Postecoglou made a passionate defence of his injury‑ravaged Tottenham squad ...The Guardian - Feb. 9 -
‘Maybe they deserve to be a bit lucky’: Slot defends lineup after Plymouth loss
Liverpool manager rests senior players for later in season Muslic’s ‘biggest moment yet to come’ in league survival Arne Slot defended his team selection after a weakened Liverpool lineup was ...The Guardian - Feb. 9 -
As Musk, Trump administration target CFPB, Democrats defend consumer watchdog
The agency is at a virtual standstill as Elon Musk's DOGE and the White House's Russell Vought take over.ABC News - Feb. 10 -
Court dismisses case against Trump's co-defendants in documents probe
A federal appeals court granted the Justice Department's request to drop the case against two of President Trump's co-defendants in the Mar-a-Lago documents probe.CBS News - Feb. 11 -
Powell defends Fed’s authority over US monetary policy
Central bank chief vows to ‘focus on the data’ rather than get dragged into political debatesFinancial Times - Feb. 11 -
Some Republicans defend courts against Trump administration attacks
After Vance’s comments that “judges aren't allowed to control the executive's legitimate power,” some Republican lawmakers find themselves defending the judicial branch.ABC News - Feb. 11 -
Musk defends DOGE alongside Trump in striking Oval Office moment
Elon Musk on Tuesday defended the work of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) alongside President Trump, who invited Musk to speak and sat at the resolute desk as the tech mogul gave a ...The Hill - Feb. 11 -
Musk defends government cuts in surprise White House appearance
The tech billionaire was questioned by reporters on what Democrats have called a "hostile takeover" of government.BBC News - Feb. 11 -
Musk Joins Trump To Defend Aggressive Cost-Cutting Moves
Billionaire Elon Musk, who leads President Trump's Department of Government Efficiency, pledged full transparency in his efforts to cut wasteful federal government spending. It comes as Democrats ...NBC News - Feb. 11 -
Justice Sotomayor defends courts amid criticism from Trump and his allies
Liberal Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor said that courts must use their “soft power” to persuade people to comply with rulings on contentious issues.NBC News - Feb. 12 -
Will any Swedish politician defend the group most terrorised by the Örebro gun massacre?
In one generation, Sweden has become polyglot and cosmopolitan – but denial has met the wave of white supremacism sweeping the country. It was the worst mass shooting in Swedish history. Ten people ...The Guardian - Feb. 12 -
As Trump pushes whirlwind agenda, DOJ is challenged to defend his orders in court
As Donald Trump presses his breakneck effort to remake the government, the flurry of lawsuits pushing back have seemingly overwhelming the lawyers defending his orders.ABC News - Feb. 12 -
Elon Musk defends federal cuts, insists he has no conflict of interest
During a joint press conference appearance with President Trump Tuesday in the Oval Office, Elon Musk said his DOGE group was fighting waste, and defended the deep cuts that he has been making. ...CBS News - Feb. 12 -
Elon Musk defends DOGE as Trump orders agencies to comply with cuts
Elon Musk, the world's wealthiest man, took questions for the first time since the president gave him broad authority to overhaul the executive branch.CBS News - Feb. 12 -
CVS CEO defends pharmacy middlemen, accuses drugmakers of 'monopolistic' practices
CVS CEO David Joyner's comments come as lawmakers on both sides of the aisle and President Donald Trump have signaled interest in cracking down on PBMs.CNBC - Feb. 12 -
Google defends scrapping AI pledges and DEI goals in all-staff meeting
Exclusive: Google executives gave employees details on dropping the company’s promise against weaponized AI and nixing diversity goals. Google ’s executives gave details on Wednesday on how the ...The Guardian - Feb. 12 -
Trump says he wants to get rid of the CFPB. Dems vow to defend it
President Donald Trump has said the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau was "very important to get rid of."ABC News - Feb. 12 -
Barça defender Cubarsi pens new deal until 2029
Barcelona centre-back Pau Cubarsí has signed a contract extension through June 2029, the LaLiga club announced on Thursday.ESPN - Feb. 13