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๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Gabon: Opponent Bilie-By-Nze denounces the shutdown of social networks and takes legal action

Gabonese opposition leader Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze is challenging the shutdown of social networks in the country, initiated by the regulatory authority, arguing it is illegal and unconstitutional.

Mar 4 โ€ข 10:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Politics live: PM talks to UAE leader about stranded Australians; Allan reveals start date for legal right to work from home

The NSW Investment Delivery Authority has endorsed a range of significant projects including renewable energy initiatives and infrastructure developments worth a total of $34.4 billion.

Mar 3 โ€ข 19:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Survivors in court: 'The last thing I see of Christine is her walking out the door'

Survivors from the 'Scandinavian Star' sharply criticized the poor safety conditions of the ferry during a legal case against the Maritime Authority.

Mar 3 โ€ข 16:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Coface: The US Supreme Court's ruling will not fundamentally change tariff policy

The US Supreme Court ruled that President Trump exceeded his authority in implementing tariffs under the IEEPA, but the administration plans to rely on a different legal framework for future tariffs.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

Legal Advisor of the Knesset on the Law Aimed at Preventing the Supreme Court from Removing Ben Gvir: Concern about Personal Legislation and Abuse of Power

The legal advisor of the Knesset expresses concerns over a proposed law that would prevent the Supreme Court from dismissing National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, warning it may lead to personal legislation and abuse of authority.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

NAFDAC has powers to ban sachet alcohol โ€“ Health ministry

The Nigerian Federal Ministry of Health asserts that the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has the legal authority to prohibit the sale of alcoholic beverages in small containers.

Feb 26 โ€ข 00:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
Crime & Justice

Former Director of Ventspils County to be tried for exceeding official authority for selfish purposes

A former executive director in Latvia faces legal proceedings for allegedly misusing his authority to reassign employees before being suspended from his position.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"Is it correct to give the user complete authority to extend employment?" Application for unconstitutional judgment on the re-employment clause of the Employment Permit System

A Bangladeshi worker is challenging the constitutionality of South Korea's Employment Permit System after being denied a visa extension despite the employer's initial approval.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Dumped-Sara at the Enforcement Authority - after the promise from SD

Dumpen-Sara, the operator of a controversial website, is facing debt collection proceedings after failing to pay legal costs following a defamation judgment, despite promises from the Sweden Democrats to cover the costs.

Feb 23 โ€ข 19:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Postoj
National & Local

Power Sharing and the Principle of Legality in a Legal State / Why the U.S. Supreme Court Overturned Tariffs Imposed by President Trump

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled against tariffs imposed by President Trump, questioning the legal authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Oko.press
World

An enraged Trump tries to raise tariffs again

Donald Trump announced a plan to increase tariffs on imports to the United States amid legal challenges to his authority to impose taxes without Congressional approval.

Feb 22 โ€ข 14:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

LAWMA recorded 1,023 illegal waste dumping cases in 2025 โ€“ Report

The Lagos Waste Management Authority reported over 1,000 illegal waste dumping cases in Lagos state for the year 2025, leading to legal actions against numerous offenders.

Feb 22 โ€ข 13:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Editorial] Despite Trump's Supreme Court Loss, '15% Tariff' Rush, Must Respond Cautiously

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Trump's significant tariff policy was unconstitutional and that he had no legal authority to impose tariffs unilaterally.

Feb 22 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

After a rare Supreme Court loss for Trump, here's his record with the bench

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled against President Trump in a case regarding his authority to impose tariffs, prompting a furious response from him and a vow to continue his aggressive trade policies.

Feb 22 โ€ข 02:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Trump finds other legal loopholes to impose his tariffs

Trump is exploring new legal avenues to enforce tariffs after a Supreme Court ruling affects his previous authority.

Feb 21 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Tax Checks: Here is the ECHR ruling that could change everything

The European Court of Human Rights has delivered a ruling that may enhance taxpayer privacy concerning financial data against tax authority inspections in Italy.

Feb 20 โ€ข 20:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

How much profit did the US make from Trump's tariffs... which the Supreme Court declared illegal

The US Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump's tariffs were unlawful, stating he lacked the legal authority to impose them, despite the significant revenue they generated for the country.

Feb 20 โ€ข 16:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Trump's Tariff Increase: Remember the Legal Case that Reached the U.S. Supreme Court

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump lacked the legal authority to impose a broad increase in tariffs on imports, impacting several countries including Brazil.

Feb 20 โ€ข 15:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The abortion case in Oleล›nica. Maล‚gorzata Manowska vs. the prosecutor's office. The court's decision is here

The article discusses a high-profile abortion case involving a woman who sought to terminate her late-term pregnancy due to health concerns, leading to legal implications involving judicial authority and prosecutorial decisions in Poland.

Feb 20 โ€ข 09:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Judge states he has no authority to transfer the Alvarez brothers to Prison 4

A judge ruled that he lacks the jurisdiction to transfer the Alvarez brothers to a specific prison despite the defense's request.

Feb 20 โ€ข 00:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Justice bars medical entity from offering specialist title to doctors

Brazil's federal court has prohibited the Ordem Mรฉdica Brasileira from advertising or offering specialist titles, ruling it lacks legal authority to do so.

Feb 19 โ€ข 23:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Breaking] Court: The Corruption Investigation Agency can initiate an investigation into the crime of insurrection... Recognized in the investigation process

The Korean court has recognized the authority of the Corruption Investigation Agency to investigate insurrection charges against former President Yoon Suk-yeol.

Feb 19 โ€ข 06:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

The Russian secret service FSB can shut down the internet and mobile phones, it has a law from Putin

The article discusses the Russian FSB's legal authority to shut down internet and mobile services as per a law instituted by President Putin.

Feb 18 โ€ข 16:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

The First Such Trial in the Polish Church. Bishop: Paradoxically, I am Accused for My Zeal

A historic trial has commenced in Poland where Bishop Andrzej Jeลผ is accused of failing to report sexual abuse by two priests under his authority.

Feb 18 โ€ข 15:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

One of Ben Gvir's Candidates for Police Legal Advisor: Lacks Experience and Suspected of Distributing Weapons Without Authority

A candidate for the position of legal advisor to the Israeli police, David Bavli, is under suspicion for involvement in a weapon distribution scandal and is considered unqualified for the role.

Feb 17 โ€ข 04:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Suspected spy refuses personal investigation

A man in his 30s suspected of espionage is refusing to participate in a personal investigation, hindering legal proceedings.

Feb 14 โ€ข 09:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Nammo received a 'shock message' - If necessary, we must go to court to stop it

The Norwegian ammunition producer Nammo faces legal challenges after being informed by the Norwegian Consumer Authority that it is violating laws concerning sensitive information.

Feb 13 โ€ข 16:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Trump eliminates legal basis for combating climate change in the USA

U.S. President Donald Trump announced the revocation of scientific conclusions linking climate change to human health and environmental risks, significantly undermining federal authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions.

Feb 12 โ€ข 21:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Trump revokes legal foundation for climate regulation

President Trump officially announces the revocation of a decision granting the federal government the authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions.

Feb 12 โ€ข 18:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

How will Jerusalem be affected by the reinforcement of Israeli control over the West Bank?

The Israeli authorities are expanding their control over Jerusalem and aiming to integrate Palestinian territories in the West Bank, undermining the legal status of the Palestinian Authority based on the Oslo Accords.

Feb 12 โ€ข 04:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Fair competition in public procurement: where does the contracting authority's right end

The article discusses the balance between a contracting authority's right to specify its needs and the obligation to ensure equal market access, highlighting the conflicts that arise in public procurement disputes.

Feb 11 โ€ข 08:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

SAT offers preferential rate of 15% to encourage the return of capital

The Mexican tax authority SAT is providing a preferential tax rate of 15% on income tax for individuals and entities repatriating funds while proving their legal origin.

Feb 10 โ€ข 02:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

New entity promises to certify specialists and opens legal battle with medical associations

A new medical entity in Brazil is set to challenge the established certification authority, leading to legal disputes within the medical community.

Feb 9 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

The legal advisor after the publication in 'Haaretz': Ben Gvir is delaying the promotion of a senior officer for political reasons

Israeli legal advisor Gali Behar-Miara has accused Minister Ben Gvir of politically delaying the promotion of senior investigator Ruthie Hauslich, raising concerns over the misuse of authority within the police.

Feb 8 โ€ข 17:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

9 Questions Clarifying the Most Dangerous Transformation Imposed by Israel on the West Bank Since 1967

Israel is rapidly reshaping the legal and administrative landscape of the occupied West Bank through decisions that institutionalize its annexation efforts, challenging the essence of the Oslo Accords and undermining Palestinian authority.

Feb 8 โ€ข 16:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Al Jazeera Reporters: Israeli Decisions Announce Occupation of the West Bank and End of Authority

Al Jazeera's Ramallah bureau chief describes Israeli decisions as the most dangerous since 1967, effectively ending Palestinian Authority's legal power in parts of the West Bank.

Feb 8 โ€ข 15:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Regarding the Dismissal of Charges of 5 Billion Won in Daejangdong, the Side of Gwak Sang-do Will File a Damages Claim and Lawsuit Against the Prosecutors for Abusing Their Authority

Former lawmaker Gwak Sang-do announced legal action against the prosecutors for abuse of power following the dismissal of his charges related to bribery in the Daejangdong development case.

Feb 7 โ€ข 06:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
Sports

The head of the Golf Association: "Then we will take the fight to court"

The Swedish Golf Association is prepared to enter legal proceedings if a proposed cap on the number of golf IDs a club can issue is rejected by the Competition Authority, according to Deputy Secretary General Bo Bengtsson.

Feb 4 โ€ข 16:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

The Education Committee approved the first reading of the proposal to establish a new Antiquities Authority in the West Bank

The Knesset's Education Committee has approved a bill for the establishment of a new authority to manage antiquities and heritage sites in the West Bank, following concerns from legal consultants and the Antiquities Authority.

Feb 3 โ€ข 15:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
National & Local

Law professor on the welcome event: 'Incredible violation of the Constitution and behavior contrary to all democratic and legal standards'

Legal expert Vedran ฤulabiฤ‡ criticizes the Croatian government's decision to hold a public welcome event for bronze medal-winning handball players without local authority consent, claiming it undermines constitutional principles.

Feb 2 โ€ข 12:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
National & Local

Mayor of Supetar: Thompson is a tool for HDZ

The Mayor of Supetar, Ivana Markoviฤ‡, commented on the government's organization of a welcome for handball players, supporting the mayor's legal authority amidst controversy regarding Marko Perkoviฤ‡ Thompson's involvement.

Feb 2 โ€ข 11:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
National & Local

Week in Law: Radoslav Prochรกzka - The Office for the Protection of Whistleblowers is Still Operating. Because the Constitutional Court...

Legal expert Radoslav Prochรกzka discusses the functioning of the Office for the Protection of Whistleblowers amid ongoing discussions surrounding the Constitutional Court's authority to suspend the effectiveness of laws before their official publication.

Jan 16 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

Dariusz Korneluk responds to the president: 'He is not a legal authority for me'

Dariusz Korneluk critiques President Karol Nawrocki, expressing that he does not consider him a legal authority, following a recent meeting regarding the dismissal of Prosecutor General Dariusz Barski.

Jan 16 โ€ข 07:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
National & Local

The US Supreme Court is waiting for a decision on Trump's tariffs

The US Supreme Court has made three decisions but has yet to rule on the legality of President Donald Trump's global tariffs, with no announced date for its next decision.

Jan 14 โ€ข 16:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Former Trump lawyer Halligan defends US prosecutor status in wake of Comey, James dismissals

Former Trump lawyer Lindsey Halligan defends her authority as U.S. attorney following the dismissal of two criminal cases by a judge in a recent court filing.

Jan 13 โ€ข 18:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
Crime & Justice

Ben Gvir to the Supreme Court: You have no authority to discuss my dismissal; the legal advisor โ€“ 'potentially under investigation' in the case of the former military prosecutor

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir asks the Supreme Court to dismiss petitions for his removal from the ministerial position, arguing that the court has no authority to discuss government minister dismissals while also attacking the legal advisor.

Jan 13 โ€ข 10:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Cyprus: First Lady resigns from AFKS citing 'relentless attack'

The First Lady of Cyprus, Philippa Karsera Christodoulides, has decided to seek legal advice and resign from the Independent Social Support Authority due to relentless attacks on social media involving false news and defamatory claims.

Jan 11 โ€ข 13:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Trump's tariff boom hits record highs as Supreme Court showdown looms

The Supreme Court is poised to rule on the legality of President Trump's tariffs, evaluating the extent of presidential authority under trade laws and the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Jan 8 โ€ข 17:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

The Legal Advisor: Katz does not have the authority to prohibit meetings between senior officers and 'Haaretz' reporters

The Israeli government's legal advisor, Gali Baharav-Miara, informed Defense Minister Israel Katz that he cannot prohibit meetings between senior IDF officers and 'Haaretz' reporters, deeming such orders illegal.

Jan 8 โ€ข 09:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

Without clarifying doubts, the starost cannot revoke the driving license

The article discusses the legal framework stating that a local authority, specifically the starost, cannot revoke a driver's license without addressing any doubts that may arise.

Jan 7 โ€ข 04:50 UTC

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