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Frankfurt Court: Google’s Aerial Images of Private Property Are Illegal
Frankfurt court rules Google Earth and Maps must stop showing private property aerial images without consent, advancing privacy rights in tech.
EPA Proposes Reclassifying Data Center Gas Turbines as Nonroad Sources
EPA plans to redefine trailer-mounted gas turbines at data centers as nonroad sources, exempting them from Clean Air Act stationary source permits.
DC Circuit Rules for Religious Groups Against ICE Church Raids
The DC Circuit sided with 27 Judeo-Christian groups blocking ICE enforcement in churches, emphasizing imminent harm from DHS policy changes.
ECHR: Lawyers Can't Lose Defense Rights for Missing Disciplinary Hearings
ECHR rules lawyers must retain defense rights despite missing hearings in disciplinary cases, reinforcing fair trial standards under Article 6 ECHR.
Halima Salman Denies IS Training in New York Terrorism Trial
Halima Salman denies IS military training in her U.S. terrorism trial, highlighting challenges in prosecuting alleged IS involvement abroad.
PG&E Faces Lawsuit for AI Transcribing Customer Calls Without Consent
PG&E accused of privacy violations for routing calls through AI transcription without customer consent, raising legal concerns over data protection.
11th Circuit Orders Florida School Board to Testify on Book Ban Lawsuit
The 11th Circuit rejected Escambia School Board's legislative privilege claim, requiring testimony in a lawsuit over Florida school book removals.
DOJ Charges 28 Foreign Nationals in California Voter Fraud Case
The DOJ charged 28 lawful permanent residents in California with fraudulent voting, raising legal and election integrity issues.
Retailers Appeal NY's Algorithmic Pricing Disclosure Mandate
New York's new law requires retailers to disclose algorithmic pricing based on personal data; retailers challenge its constitutionality in the Second Circuit.
Supreme Court Won't Review Afghan War Orphan Custody Dispute
The U.S. Supreme Court declined to review a controversial Afghan war orphan custody case, upholding Virginia's ruling amid complex international family law issues.
Supreme Court to Decide Fate of 158-Year-Old Home Distilling Ban
SCOTUS will resolve conflicting appeals court rulings on the constitutionality of an 1868 federal ban on home liquor distilling.
Supreme Court Denies Khalid Sheikh Mohammed’s Plea Deal Revival
The Supreme Court rejected Khalid Sheikh Mohammed’s plea deal revival, affirming Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s death penalty authority.
Trump Waives Russia Sanctions Days Before Enforcement, Congress Reacts
President Trump waived Russia sanctions under the Graham Act days before they took effect, prompting bipartisan congressional criticism and concerns for sanctions compliance.
FBI Witness Details American Woman's IS Training to Fit In Socially
Halima Salman, 27, is on trial in New York for receiving IS military training, highlighting insights into radicalization motives and legal challenges.
Judge Denies Bail Reduction for Couple Accused of Abusing 21 Children
A Los Angeles judge denied bail reduction for Guojun Xuan and Silvia Zhang, accused of severe child abuse involving 21 children born mostly through surrogacy.
Three Men Sentenced to 158 Years for 2024 Baja Surfer Murders
Three men convicted and sentenced to over 158 years for the 2024 murders of surfers in Baja California, highlighting cross-border justice issues.
Arizona Joins Nevada’s 2026 Lawsuit Over Colorado River Water Cuts
Arizona joined Nevada's 2026 lawsuit challenging federal Colorado River water cuts, escalating legal disputes over water rights and resource management.
Colorado Judge Denies Bond Despite New Trial for Woman in Child Fire Deaths
A Colorado judge found Brady violations warranting a new trial for Deborah Nicholls but denied her bond, spotlighting prosecutorial duties and trial fairness.
NCAA Sues Ohio Governor Over Executive Order on Athlete Eligibility
NCAA files federal lawsuit against Ohio Governor DeWine challenging his executive order granting extra athlete eligibility beyond NCAA rules.
NM Judge Tosses Charges Against Actor Timothy Busfield Over Prosecutor Misconduct
A New Mexico judge dismissed criminal charges against actor Timothy Busfield citing prosecutorial misconduct in his grand jury indictment.