Why a judge eviscerating the Pentagon rules for censoring and punishing journalists is a victory for the press
A federal judge's ruling has overturned the Pentagon's restrictive policies on journalist reporting, a notable win for press freedom, despite low public awareness and engagement.
Teflon Elon: Court rules he defrauded investors. This could cost him a lot.
A court has found that Elon Musk defrauded Twitter investors by misleading them about the social media firm's value, which could result in him owing hundreds of millions or even billions of dollars in damages.
U.S. Department of Defense's Interview Rules Unconstitutional: Court Says 'True Purpose is to Exclude Disliked Reporters'
A U.S. federal court ruled that the Department of Defense's interview rules are unconstitutional, acknowledging a journalist's claim that the rules were used to exclude specific reporters.
Court found Pentagon's press rules violate the Constitution
A federal judge has ruled that the U.S. Department of Defense's new press rules, updated last fall, are partially unconstitutional, in response to a lawsuit filed by The New York Times.
RFK Jr overstepped in declaring gender-affirming treatments unsafe, judge rules
A federal judge ruled that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. exceeded his authority in declaring gender-affirming treatments unsafe, challenging attempts by the Trump administration to restrict access to these procedures.
Kenya: Somali Man Guilty of Radicalising Minors for Al-Shabaab, Court Rules
A Somali national has been convicted in Kenya for radicalising minors to support the Al-Shabaab terrorist group.
Nunes creates transparency rules for parliamentary amendments in SP five months after STF determination; MP investigates delay
São Paulo Mayor Ricardo Nunes has implemented transparency rules for parliamentary amendments following a Supreme Court directive, with an investigation now opened into delays by city officials to comply.
‘Repeated Withdrawals’ Gang Earned Hundreds of Thousands of Won from ATM Fees…Supreme Court Rules ‘Fraud Crime’
The Supreme Court of South Korea has ruled that repeated withdrawals aimed at illegally obtaining ATM fees constitute fraud against a bank, confirming penalties for the perpetrators.
Hospital broke the law in withdrawing patient's life support over family's objections, court rules
A UK court has ruled that a hospital unlawfully withdrew life support from a patient without court approval, amid family objections.
'Lacks rationality': Japanese court rules on women's right to sterilisation
A Tokyo court ruled that a law banning voluntary sterilisation for women lacks rationality but is not unconstitutional, prompting discussions on women's reproductive rights in Japan.
Vigilante who took medical leave and posted photo at barbecue should be fired for just cause, rules court
A Brazilian court upheld the just cause firing of a security guard who took medical leave but was later seen posting photos at a barbecue on social media.
EU rules on IDs of transgender citizens
The Court of Justice of the European Union mandates that identification documents of transgender citizens must display their 'lived gender' instead of biological sex, following a ruling related to a Bulgarian case.
Court rules that union must maintain 50% of workers during transport strikes in Sorocaba
A Brazilian court has mandated that the local transport union must keep at least 50% of bus operations running during strikes following violent incidents.
Ski and Snowboard World Federation FIS: When the Bailiff Approaches a World Federation
The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS), led by Johan Eliasch, faces legal trouble as a court rules it wrongfully denied a million-dollar payment, while Eliasch struggles to secure a nomination for reelection from his own national association.
First grade student disciplined over Black Lives Matter drawing does have free speech rights, court rules
A federal appeals court ruled that a first-grade student from Southern California has First Amendment rights, reviving a lawsuit involving a drawing related to Black Lives Matter.
Court in Albania rules TikTok ban unconstitutional
Albania's Constitutional Court deemed the government's 2025 TikTok ban unconstitutional, stating it violated freedom of expression.
Supreme Court Rules in Terrorism Case
The Icelandic Supreme Court has delivered a ruling in a significant terrorism case.
Former footballer Barry Cable sexually abused girl from orphanage, court hears
Former Australian footballer Barry Cable is on trial for allegedly sexually abusing a girl from an orphanage in the 1960s.
Court rules 'no reasonable basis' for $2.3m lawsuit against SA premier
The South Australian Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit against Premier Peter Malinauskas, determining there is no reasonable basis for the $2.3 million claims made by former MP Annabel Digance and her husband.
Vorcaro's Defense Requests STF to Not Force Banker to Comply with Some Prison Rules
Daniel Vorcaro's defense team has requested the Supreme Court to exempt him from certain prison rules while incarcerated.
Court Rules that Law Professor Who Compared Settler to Nazi Must Compensate Him for Defamation
A Jerusalem court has ordered a law professor to pay compensation for defaming a settler by comparing him to a Nazi.
"Such clothes stimulate sexual curiosity" - Court rules dismissal of military civil servant for sexual harassment is excessive
A South Korean court ruled that the dismissal of a military civil servant for multiple instances of sexual harassment was excessive and overturned the sanction.
Supreme Court rules that asylum seekers can access subsidized Quebec daycare
The Supreme Court of Canada has ruled that asylum seekers in Quebec with young children qualify for subsidized daycare programs, overturning a previous decision that denied such access.
Federal judge skeptical of Pentagon rules for reporters, saying 'asking a question is not criminal'
A U.S. District Judge expressed skepticism towards the Pentagon's restrictions on journalists, emphasizing the importance of the right to ask questions without facing consequences.
Peruvian state responsible for mother’s death in forced sterilisation, court rules
A human rights court in Latin America has ruled that the Peruvian state is responsible for the death of Celia Ramos, who died after being coerced into a sterilisation procedure in 1997.
Press Norway called to a meeting after a new naming slip in the Høiby case
Press Norway convenes a meeting following repeated breaches of media coverage rules in the Høiby case, highlighting issues of trust and accountability.
South Africa: Court Rules Parliament Must Decide Value Added Tax Changes
The Western Cape High Court ruled that only Parliament can make changes to the Value Added Tax rate, declaring a section of the law unconstitutional.
Evicting homeless campers violated human rights, Supreme Court rules
A Supreme Court ruling determined that the City of Moreton Bay council violated the human rights of homeless campers during their eviction from public parks.
Removing homeless encampment from local park breached human rights, Queensland supreme court rules
Queensland's Supreme Court ruled that Moreton Bay City Council breached human rights by evicting homeless residents from a park in Kallangur.
European Union: ECJ rules on asylum dispute
The European Court of Justice ruled that Germany can take responsibility for asylum procedures if the initially responsible state refuses to accept the asylum seekers, clarifying the Dublin Regulation's terms.
"Against the Law": Court Rules Against Police Strip Search of Anti-War Protester
The Tel Aviv Magistrate's Court criticized the police for conducting a strip search on a 19-year-old protester against the war, deeming it a serious violation of rights.
TSE excludes rule for 2026 allowing promotion of government criticism outside electoral context
The Brazilian Superior Electoral Court has removed a provision from electoral rules for 2026 that allowed the promotion of criticisms of the government outside the electoral context.
Emilio Lozoya must indemnify Lourdes Mendoza with 500 thousand pesos; Supreme Court rules in favor of journalist
The Supreme Court of Justice in Mexico has upheld a ruling that Emilio Lozoya must pay journalist Lourdes Mendoza 500,000 pesos for defamation.
TSE Releases Final Text of 2026 Rules and Prohibits Payment and Rewards for Advertising on Social Networks
The Brazilian Electoral Court has announced the final rules for the 2026 elections, which include banning payments for political content and shifting the burden of proof in cases involving AI-generated misinformation.
Parental Rights in Education / California Must Not Conceal from Parents if Their Children Identify as Trans, Rules Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that a California regulation requiring schools to keep parents in the dark about their children's transgender identities is unconstitutional, affirming parental rights to information about their children.
Superior Electoral Court approves rules for the use of artificial intelligence in the 2026 electoral campaign
The Superior Electoral Court of Brazil has approved regulations on the use of artificial intelligence in electoral advertising for the upcoming 2026 elections.
Mendonça rules that Vorcaro's attendance at the Organized Crime CPI is optional
Supreme Court Minister André Mendonça has ruled that banker Daniel Vorcaro's presence at the Organized Crime Parliamentary Inquiry (CPI) is not mandatory amid ongoing investigations into financial fraud at Banco Master.
French court rules partially in favor of extraditing Senegalese media mogul Madiambal Diagne
A French Court of Appeal has partially supported the extradition of Senegalese media mogul Madiambal Diagne, who faces charges of financial misconduct in Senegal.
Greenpeace must pay $345 million in pipeline lawsuit, rules US court
A US court has ruled that Greenpeace must pay $345 million in a lawsuit brought by Energy Transfer, which could lead to the organization's financial collapse in the country.
Al Ahly: The Sports Court Rules in Favor of the Club for the Egyptian League Title Last Season
Al Ahly has been confirmed as the rightful winner of the Egyptian Premier League title for the 2024-2025 season by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).
Former B.C. teacher, 86, to remain imprisoned on child sex offences pending appeal, court rules
An 86-year-old former teacher in British Columbia will remain in prison while awaiting the outcome of his appeal against an eight-year sentence for child sexual offences.
The Court rules in favor of Televisa: orders the SAT to return more than 100 million pesos
The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation ruled that the Ministry of Finance must return approximately 103 million pesos to Televisa, dismissing a revision resource filed by the ministry.
TSE resumes analyzing the rules for the elections in October; find out what is at stake
The Superior Electoral Court of Brazil is set to review the rules applicable to the upcoming elections, which detail existing laws rather than changing them.
Family in the woods, the facility: "Catherine insults us and does as she pleases, move her with the children"
A children's welfare psychologist at a reception center in Vasto has written a letter to the juvenile court, detailing concerns about a mother named Catherine who allegedly violates rules while caring for her three children.
Telefónica's Victory in Mexico: Justice Rules in Favor Against the Sheinbaum Government
Telefónica has won a significant legal battle in Mexico, nullifying a tax debt and allowing the sale of its subsidiary.
AfD is not an “extremist right-wing party”: the court rules in favor of the German organization
A German court ruled that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party cannot be classified as an established "extremist right-wing organization," countering a prior determination by federal authorities.
A French court rules to imprison and deport an Iranian woman for 'glorifying the Al-Aqsa flood'
A French court has sentenced Iranian national Mahdia Esfandiari to four years in prison, including a one-year active term, over charges of glorifying terrorism through social media posts.
The Alternative for Germany Party Has So Far Avoided Labeling as Extremist, Court Rules
A German court has ruled that the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution cannot classify the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as demonstrably right-wing extremist at this time.
Germany: the AfD cannot be classified as an 'extremist' party 'for the time being', rules the court
The Cologne administrative court ruled that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is not to be classified as an extremist party for now, refuting earlier determinations by intelligence services.
2026 Elections: TSE Begins Analyzing Rules for the Election; Internet Campaigns Will Be Discussed
The Superior Electoral Court (TSE) in Brazil has begun discussions on the rules for the upcoming elections, focusing on various electoral themes including campaign regulations and ensuring voting rights for people with disabilities.