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Department of Education lays off nearly half of workforce
The Department of Education announced Tuesday it was firing nearly half of its workforce, the latest Trump administration move to shrink the federal government that could face swift legal ...The Hill - Mar. 11 -
German Tourists Detained for Weeks, Then Deported From U.S.
Amid President Trump’s border crackdown, German news media have closely followed the treatment of two tourists who say they tried to enter the United States legally.The New York Times - Mar. 14 -
Judge orders Mahmoud Khalil case to be moved from Louisiana to New Jersey
New York judge denies Trump administration attempt to dismiss legal challenge and rules on jurisdiction. Never miss global breaking news. Download our free app to keep up with key stories in real ...The Guardian - 1d -
White House pledges to defend FTC firings in court
The White House on Wednesday vowed to defend President Trump's firings of two Democratic commissioners at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), stating the president has the legal authority to do so, ...The Hill - 1d -
Exiled Russian journalists left ‘high and dry’ after US cuts radio funding
Journalists working for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty at risk of being stranded without legal status after Trump administration decision. Exiled Russian journalists are being left “high and dry” ...The Guardian - 19h -
Judge halts Georgetown scholar's removal from US until further court order
A federal judge on Thursday blocked the Trump administration from removing a Georgetown University postdoctoral scholar from the country until the court can consider his legal challenge. Badar Khan ...The Hill - 11h -
The Top 5 Legal Landmines Every Med Spa Owner Must Navigate
With varied laws by state, it’s easy to do the wrong thing.Inc. - Mar. 11 -
The U.S. Is Trying to Deport Mahmoud Khalil, a Legal Resident. Here’s What to Know.
Mr. Khalil, who helped lead protests at Columbia University against civilian casualties in Gaza, was arrested by immigration officers and sent to a detention center in Louisiana.The New York Times - Mar. 12 -
Xavier Worthy considers his legal options against Tia Jones
Chiefs receiver Xavier Worthy was arrested nearly a week ago, based on allegations of violence made by his former fiancé, Tia Jones.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Lizzo makes comeback after 'dark' time amid legal battles
The US singer tells crowds in LA she went through a period where she "didn't want to live any more".BBC News - 6d -
NCAA continues push to dump player prop bets from legalized gambling
With March Madness starting this week, the NCAA is taking new steps to get bettors who lose (redundant) to leave college basketball players alone.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Boston’s White Stadium, Future Home of NWSL Team, at Center of Legal Fight
The efforts to bring professional woman’s soccer to Boston is pitting Mayor Michelle Wu against the Krafts of New England Patriots fame.The New York Times - 17h -
Greenpeace verdict is ‘weaponization of legal system’, advocacy groups say
Campaigners condemn North Dakota jury’s ruling as Greenpeace must pay Energy Transfer at least $660m. Never miss global breaking news. Download our free app to keep up with key stories in real ...The Guardian - 17h -
S&P and Nasdaq close up, Dow closes down after turbulent day amid trade war
An escalating global trade war hammered markets in recent days.ABC News - Mar. 12 -
US stock market closes up amid signs government may avert shutdown
The gains erase some losses suffered during an escalating trade war.ABC News - 6d -
These states' economies could be hit hardest by EU tariffs
Tensions are escalating between the U.S. and Europe, stoking fears of a possible trade war.The Hill - 1d -
Fired special counsel says he was preparing push to return all fired probationary employees to their job
Former special counsel Hampton Dellinger said he was planning to pursue legal action to restore all fired probationary workers back to their posts before a court failed to keep him in his role. ...The Hill - Mar. 11 -
Education Department paves way for its own destruction
The Department of Education is paving the way for its own destruction after laying off half of its workforce on Tuesday, leaving President Trump allies eager for more hits while the agency's ...The Hill - Mar. 12 -
Former Columbia student Mahmoud Khalil's lawyers seeking immediate release on free speech grounds
Nearly 100 protesters were arrested Thursday after staging a sit-in at Trump Tower demanding former Columbia student and pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil's release from an ICE facility in ...CBS News - 6d -
When is 2025 NFL free agency? Date, start time, explaining the legal tampering period, top 50 free agents
Free agency unofficially kicks off Monday, March 10CBS Sports - Mar. 10 -
Andrew Tate cannot hide fury as Florida ‘welcome’ brings yet more legal trouble
The accused human trafficker flew ‘home’ from detention in Romania only to be greeted by a state criminal investigation. Never miss global breaking news. Download our free app to keep up with key ...The Guardian - 6d -
How many legal parents can a child have? The Dutch are asking the question | Mark Smith
In our rainbow family, there are two dads and a mum – but the law in the Netherlands only recognises two of us. Our daughter is very much on board with the idea that, unlike her, many other ...The Guardian - 3d -
West Virginia governor threatens legal action against NCAA after Mountaineers’ tournament snub
Governor Patrick Morrisey called the decision a 'miscarriage of justice.'Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Outbreak of legal battle in tennis comes after years of increasing tension | Tumaini Carayol
The 163-page PTPA lawsuit contains some valid and not so valid criticism of the professional tours and major events. The Professional Tennis Players’ Association came into existence on the eve of ...The Guardian - 1d -
BKFC unveils Ice Wars, new on-ice league for 'legal, sanctioned and regulated hockey fights'
BKFC is going the extra mile to innovate by making its own hockey fight league.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Young woman's common infection leads to emergency spinal surgery
Maranda Nyborg's mild symptoms escalated into pain, numbness and a fever that wouldn't go away.CBS News - Mar. 8 -
The Balochistan Separatist Movement in Pakistan: What to Know
A dramatic escalation in the tactics by a Baloch separatist group came with the hijacking of a passenger train on Tuesday.The New York Times - Mar. 12 -
Hong Kong’s cargo sector faces a tariff test
City’s strategic position makes it increasingly vulnerable to escalating geopolitical tensions between US and ChinaFinancial Times - 2d -
NFL free agency: Tracking deals and the best free agents left
The legal tampering period opened on Monday, and fireworks quickly followed.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 11 -
Israeli cabinet sacks head of Shin Bet intelligence agency
Move set to intensify split between Netanyahu government and legal authoritiesFinancial Times - 9h -
Saints reportedly signing former No. 2 draft pick Chase Young to $51M deal
Per NFL Network, New Orleans is re-signing Young to a three-year contract worth $51 million that could escalate to $57 million.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 11 -
U.S. Said to Tell Canada That It Will Enforce a Visitor Registration Law
The United States had not been enforcing the rule for Canadians who entered via land borders. That is changing amid an escalating fight between the North American neighbors.The New York Times - Mar. 11 -
Asia is a 'beacon of growth opportunities' as global trade war heats up, Singapore deputy PM says
Asia will remain a "beacon of growth opportunities" despite escalating global trade tensions, according to Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong.CNBC - Mar. 12 -
Hamas Does Not Respond Militarily to Renewed Israeli Attack on Gaza
“Hamas doesn’t want an escalation, but it will not surrender,” said one Palestinian analyst close to the militant group, which has been weakened by a 15-month war with Israel.The New York Times - 2d -
What Pausing Strikes on Energy Sites Would Mean for Ukraine and Russia
An agreement to suspend such attacks will affect a strategy key to both countries’ efforts to weaken the other. It would also be a significant step toward de-escalation.The New York Times - 20h -
Man charged with murder did online search for consequences of killing 'illegal immigrant'
A Texas man charged with murder in the death of his fiancé searched online what the legal consequences were of killing an "illegal immigrant" by a "legal citizen," according a court document.NBC News - Mar. 11 -
ICE Arrests Pro-Palestinian Activist at Columbia
Mahmoud Khalil, who recently completed a graduate program at Columbia, has legal permanent residency, his lawyer said.The New York Times - Mar. 10 -
Elon Musk's feud with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, explained
Elon Musk's legal dispute against OpenAI could affect the future of one of the most prominent leaders in artificial intelligence.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 10 -
Inside Google’s Investment in Anthropic
The internet giant owns 14% of the high-profile artificial intelligence company, according to legal filings obtained by The New York Times.The New York Times - Mar. 11 -
Simpson Thacher fined £362,000 over anti-money laundering failures
US law firm agrees settlement with England’s legal regulator over failings in London officeFinancial Times - Mar. 12
