Deepfake laws have now been used for the first time. What are they?
A South Australian man has become the first person charged under new federal laws addressing deepfake pornography.
A group of journalists was assaulted in Congress and a cameraman was detained
A group of journalists were attacked by federal police outside the Argentine Congress during a debate on glacier protection laws, resulting in the detention of a cameraman.
Government again postpones ordinance that restricts work in commerce on holidays
The Brazilian federal government has postponed the implementation of ordinance 3.665/2023, which limits holiday work in commerce, by an additional 90 days.
CCJ of the Chamber chooses Paulo Azi as the rapporteur of the PEC that proposes the end of the 6x1 schedule
Federal Deputy Paulo Azi has been appointed as the rapporteur for the proposal to abolish the 6x1 work schedule in Brazil's Chamber of Deputies, a decision supported by key leaders within the legislative body.
The bill vetoed by Katie Hobbs in Arizona to protect migrants receiving treatment in hospitals
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed bill SB1051, which proposed a mandatory mechanism for hospitals to collect information on patients' immigration status, citing federal laws and the functioning of the healthcare system.
Witness statements about Trump's assault removed by the Justice Department
The US Justice Department has removed files related to Trump from the Epstein case, raising questions about compliance with federal laws regarding public disclosures.
Ibaneis sanctions laws that suspend deadlines for public competitions until 2027 in the DF; understand
The Governor of the Federal District, Ibaneis Rocha, has enacted laws extending the validity period of public competitions under financial and election-related constraints.
Committee amends Liberal clause in budget bill that critics say ‘dynamites the rule of law’
The Canadian finance committee has passed Conservative amendments to a budget bill, addressing concerns about a clause that allows cabinet ministers to exempt entities from federal laws for up to three years.
Your bartender may be deceiving you with illegal bottle trick that breaks federal law
The practice of 'marrying' liquor bottles is illegal under federal law and can deceive customers about the quality of the spirits they are served.
Has Immunity Ended? The Cook County Prosecutor's Office in Chicago Will Now Go After Federal Agents Who Violate the Law
The Cook County Prosecutor's Office in Chicago has issued a new protocol allowing for the potential prosecution of federal immigration agents who violate state laws.
Dino expands decision on fringe benefits and prohibits new laws with remuneration exceeding the constitutional ceiling
Minister Flávio Dino of the Supreme Federal Court of Brazil has prohibited the enactment of new laws allowing salaries or indemnities that surpass the constitutional ceiling.
ICE arrests alleged child sex offender released under Connecticut sanctuary laws
Federal authorities arrested Christian Espinosa-Sarango, an illegal immigrant from Ecuador charged with child sexual abuse, after he was previously released due to Connecticut's sanctuary policies.
Lula vetoes super-salaries in the Chamber, Senate, and TCU
Brazilian President Lula has partially vetoed laws that would increase salaries for employees in the Chamber of Deputies, Senate, and the Federal Court of Accounts by approximately 9%.
Mazda, Nissan and others face heavy penalties under emission laws
Major car manufacturers like Mazda and Nissan are facing significant penalties due to exceeding emissions limits set by the new federal New Vehicle Efficiency Standard in Australia.
‘War on Drugs’ crusader Bill Bennett breaks with Trump as White House moves to ease federal marijuana rules
William Bennett, a former education secretary, has publicly disagreed with Donald Trump's move to ease federal marijuana laws despite supporting much of his agenda.
Federal Delegates Want to Change the Law to Request the Suspicions of Authorities and Cite the Master Case
Federal Police delegates in Brazil are seeking legal amendments to allow them to request the disqualification of authorities involved in a high-profile case.
Apple's News Service 'Suppresses Right-Wing Stance, Suspected of Illegality' - US Authorities Issue Warning
The US Federal Trade Commission has issued a warning to Apple, alleging that its news service is favoring left-leaning sources over right-leaning ones, which may violate FTC laws.
See how the STJ works and recall cases that have passed through the court
The Superior Court of Justice (STJ) in Brazil plays a critical role in standardizing the interpretation of federal laws and has recently been in the spotlight due to the suspension of a minister amidst sexual harassment allegations.
Trump FTC sends letter to Apple about alleged political bias in its news app
The FTC has raised concerns with Apple regarding potential political bias in its news app, suggesting it may violate federal laws.
How legal is it to film an ICE agent during a migration operation?
The legality of filming ICE agents during migration operations has become a contentious issue in the U.S., with federal agents claiming it's illegal while laws suggest otherwise.
FGR calls for harmonization of federal and state laws to combat crimes
The Mexican Attorney General's Office (FGR) advocates for the alignment of federal and state laws to effectively combat various crimes across the country.
This Senate Democrat wants voter ID for his campaign events — but not federal elections
Senator Jon Ossoff is requiring government-issued photo IDs for attendees at his campaign events while opposing similar voter ID laws for federal elections.
Rabbi condemns derogatory slur spray-painted on Andrew Hastie's office
Perth rabbi Daniel Lieberman criticized graffiti targeting federal MP Andrew Hastie's office after his social media support for laws against hate groups.
Adani donated $600,000 to Liberal National party before 2024 state election using federal ‘loophole’
Adani's $600,000 donation to Queensland's Liberal National party before the 2024 state election went undisclosed for a year due to a loophole in federal electoral funding laws, prompting criticism from the Greens.
Trump’s immigration victory in a Minnesota court is a win for all law-abiding citizens
The Minnesota court ruled against a preliminary injunction on federal immigration enforcement, affirming that federal laws apply equally across states.
Federal judge temporarily lifts DHS restrictions on lawmaker visits to detention facilities
A federal judge has temporarily lifted restrictions that limited lawmakers' access to immigration detention facilities, citing potential violations of funding regulations and irreparable harm caused by the previous policy.
FG urges Ondo to implement new tax reform acts
The Federal Government has urged Ondo State to enact new tax reforms and harmonize its tax laws to address issues of nuisance and illegal activities.
"What the government delivers is absolutely shameful"
Nicole Büttner, the General Secretary of the FDP, criticizes the federal government for lacking reforms and prioritizing infrastructure and economic issues, calling for decisive actions and a reform of strike laws in public transport.
Reform of Inheritance Tax: Rich People Can Calculate Themselves as Poor
The Federal Constitutional Court is set to rule in 2026 on the constitutionality of the current inheritance tax laws, as concerns arise regarding the exemption needs assessment rule which allows wealthy individuals to appear less wealthy for tax purposes.
"We should abolish 20 percent of the laws, that would be much more effective"
Economist Daniel Stelter discusses in a WELT TV interview the idea of consolidating smaller federal states to save costs and calls for a comprehensive federalism reform to shrink the state relative to the economy.
Stephen A. Smith says 'there shouldn't be sanctuary cities' where people can escape federal law
Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith criticized the concept of sanctuary cities, arguing that local leaders should not have the authority to defy federal immigration laws.
Disney to pay $10 million fine for violating children's privacy
Disney has agreed to pay a $10 million civil penalty to resolve allegations of violating federal children's privacy laws through its popular YouTube content.