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🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

USA: "This is not right, and it's not legal"

Recent court rulings have dealt multiple setbacks to the Trump administration, including the Supreme Court deeming tariffs illegal and a federal judge ruling against an immigration policy.

Feb 27 • 07:16 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

USA: "This is not okay, and it is also not legal"

Recent court rulings have dealt significant legal blows to the Trump administration, including the Supreme Court's decision against the legality of tariffs and a federal judge's ruling against unconstitutional immigration policies.

Feb 27 • 07:16 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Employee Fired for Objecting to 'Recording Restriction Regulation'... Controversy Over Retaliatory Disciplinary Action at Saemaul Geumgo

An employee at Saemaul Geumgo was fired after challenging the legality of internal recording restrictions, raising concerns about potential retaliation.

Feb 27 • 00:24 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Exclusive Objection: Should Insults Really be Punishable?

The article discusses a case where a retired individual faces police investigation for insulting a politician, raising questions about the boundaries of free speech and the legality of insulting public officials in Germany.

Feb 26 • 14:41 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Legal Column: Is it permissible to charge a flat rate for operating costs?

The article discusses the legality and practicality of charging a flat rate for operating costs in rental agreements in Germany.

Feb 26 • 14:13 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Judiciary Pursues the Creator of 'Counter-Strike 2'.. and the Reason is Lucky Boxes

Valve, the game maker behind 'Counter-Strike 2', is facing a lawsuit from New York Attorney General Letitia James over the legality of their loot box mechanism used for real-money transactions.

Feb 26 • 06:49 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Editorial: Parliament Representatives Fight Again Over Where Finns Can Buy Alcohol

Finnish parliament members are once again at odds over regulations governing alcohol sales, reigniting a longstanding debate over the legality of ordering alcohol from other EU countries.

Feb 25 • 19:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Coming Soon: STF judges the legality of additional payments for civil servants

The STF is set to review the legality of additional payments made to civil servants, amid discussions of a constitutional amendment allowing payments beyond salary caps.

Feb 25 • 17:40 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

EU: Croatia examines the legality of importing Russian oil

Croatia is assessing the legality of importing Russian crude oil via sea to supply Hungary and Slovakia after damage to the Druzhba pipeline disrupted their supply.

Feb 25 • 13:54 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO: "Is this allowed?" A bus with Russian license plates spotted in Lasnamäe raises questions

A resident of Lasnamäe questioned the legality of a bus with Russian license plates operating in Estonia amidst existing sanctions.

Feb 25 • 12:33 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The minister calls the decision to add 10 points fair, while the court will decide on its legality

The Education Minister of Lithuania supports the decision to add 10 points to students' scores, asserting its fairness, while the legality of this decision will be assessed by the court.

Feb 25 • 11:38 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Electricity continues to flow from Slovakia to Ukraine. Doubts arise over Fico's ban

Electricity deliveries from Slovakia to Ukraine are ongoing, but concerns have been raised over the legality and implications of Prime Minister Fico's recent ban on emergency supplies.

Feb 25 • 09:12 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Global Newspapers: Military Buildup and Threat of War on Iran Raise Serious Questions

The article discusses the serious implications of U.S. military threats against Iran, highlighting critiques from French publications regarding the legality and motivations behind these actions.

Feb 25 • 08:47 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Freiburg's Mayor Martin Horn: Is this still information or already an election campaign?

Freiburg's mayor Martin Horn is being promoted on social media as he runs for re-election, raising questions about the legality of such advertising, which is currently under review by legal authorities.

Feb 25 • 05:22 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Alberto Gago, Director of Aesia: "We are sure that no prohibited AI operates in Spain"

Alberto Gago, director of Spain's AI oversight agency, reassures the public about the legality of AI systems in Spain and announces the launch of a think tank to analyze AI's societal impact.

Feb 25 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Why Did the Fence Collapse Near NausÄ—da's House? Institutions Cite Different Reasons

A fence surrounding Lithuanian President Gitanas NausÄ—da's residence has been partially demolished following a complaint to the authorities regarding its legality and its encroachment on state land.

Feb 24 • 15:11 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The Agricultural Fund Has Stopped Paying Support to Agrofert, Trust Transfer Is Under Review

The Czech State Agricultural Intervention Fund has ceased payments to Agrofert and is reviewing the legality of a trust structure set up by Prime Minister Andrej Babiš.

Feb 24 • 12:05 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Boss Culture' Proved Costly! Court Imposed Ban on Sending Messages to Employees

The Kerala High Court has ordered the Chief Minister's Office to immediately stop sending messages to government employees, questioning the legality of accessing their personal information.

Feb 24 • 10:57 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Calgary distillery told to pull some popular spirits off the shelf by the CFIA

A Calgary distillery has been ordered by the CFIA to remove certain spirits from shelves following a complaint about their legality.

Feb 23 • 23:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

US military strike on boat allegedly smuggling drugs kills three men

A US military strike in the Caribbean targeting a drug smuggling boat resulted in the deaths of three men, raising questions about the legality of such actions.

Feb 23 • 20:14 UTC
🇸🇰 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 • 17:19 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

China urges US to scrap all tariffs

China has called on the US to eliminate all tariffs imposed by former President Trump following a Supreme Court ruling that questioned their legality.

Feb 23 • 09:59 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Park Sung-jae Silent on Need to Review Proclamation Order on the Day of Martial Law

During a Ministry of Justice meeting shortly after the declaration of martial law, former Minister Park Sung-jae reportedly remained silent on calls to review the constitutionality and legality of the order.

Feb 23 • 06:37 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Trump's New Tariffs, Lex Huawei, and Orbán's Threats

The podcast discusses new tariffs imposed by Trump, a ruling from the US Supreme Court on the legality of tariffs, and implications for EU relations, as well as cybersecurity legislation in Poland known as Lex Huawei.

Feb 23 • 06:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How long can I drive without the car license plate?

The article discusses the legality and implications of driving without a proper vehicle plate in Argentina, highlighting the increase in vehicles with temporary plates due to supply issues.

Feb 23 • 01:28 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Brother and Sister Live Together with 4 Children: 'We Didn't Even Realize We Were Doing Anything Wrong'

A brother and sister, Patrick and Susan, who engaged in an incestuous relationship that resulted in four children, reflect on their situation and challenge the legality of their relationship.

Feb 21 • 20:01 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

From 10% to 15% in one day - Trump increases tariffs on all global imports again

President Donald Trump has announced a rise in global tariffs on imports to 15%, effective February 24, following a Supreme Court ruling on the legality of previous tariffs.

Feb 21 • 16:54 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Trump Tariffs: The hasty maneuvers, the multi-billion compensation, and the burden on Congress

The U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on the legality of Donald Trump's tariffs poses a significant challenge to his economic agenda and could lead to substantial financial liabilities.

Feb 21 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The armaments, Piraeus, and Greek-American relations

The Greek court's ruling on Qatargate's legality confirms continued scrutiny of European Parliament members including Greek politicians.

Feb 21 • 05:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Tariff Duties Annulled by the Supreme Court: 'One of the Pillars of Donald Trump's Trade Policy is Wobbling'

The US Supreme Court has annulled key tariff duties imposed by Donald Trump, challenging the legality of his administration's economic policy.

Feb 20 • 20:18 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Live: Trump’s Press Conference After the 'Block' on Tariffs

President Trump is holding a press conference following the Supreme Court's ruling against the legality of tariffs imposed under emergency economic powers.

Feb 20 • 16:53 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The USA may reimburse $175 billion if the Supreme Court overturns Trump tariffs, study says

The US Supreme Court is set to announce its decision regarding the legality of tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump, which could impact reimbursement claims from importers if overturned.

Feb 20 • 13:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Daily recap #1868: Argentina's Chamber approves labor reform, which returns to the Senate; US Supreme Court decides on legality of Trump's tariff; The steps of experimental treatment with polylaminin

Argentina's Chamber of Deputies has approved a labor reform which now goes back to the Senate, while the US Supreme Court is set to rule on Trump's tariff legality, and a patient has regained ability to walk thanks to a new treatment with polylaminin.

Feb 20 • 11:38 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The Spanish justice system rejects the final appeal of a father opposing the euthanasia of his paraplegic daughter

The Spanish justice system denied a father's last appeal against his paraplegic daughter's euthanasia request, emphasizing the legality of the daughter's choice under national law.

Feb 20 • 10:50 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Now the term that the law does not recognize is becoming common in contracts - a serious warning from an expert to job seekers

Job seekers are increasingly being offered 'light entrepreneurship' instead of traditional employment contracts, sparking concerns from labor experts regarding the legality of such arrangements.

Feb 20 • 08:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Will Trump's Tariff Spiral Fall? How the Supreme Court's Decision May Affect the Dollar and the Global Market

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to rule on the legality of tariffs imposed by President Trump, a decision that could have significant implications for the dollar and the global economy.

Feb 20 • 03:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

US Supreme Court may decide on Friday about the legality of Trump's tariffs

The US Supreme Court is expected to announce its decision on the legality of Donald Trump's significant tariff increases on imports from various countries, including Brazil.

Feb 20 • 03:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The salary dispute of a small school reached the labor inspectorate

Teachers at Võhma School, which underwent a leadership change last year, have asked the local council's audit committee to evaluate the legality of the new management's actions and work organization.

Feb 19 • 14:20 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Brēmanis Loses Case Against the Latvian State in European Court of Human Rights

Rūdolfs Brēmanis, a current Riga City Council deputy, lost his appeal in the European Court of Human Rights regarding the legality of a search conducted at his residence as part of a criminal investigation.

Feb 19 • 14:03 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Winter power outage left disabled father and son in the cold: if you don’t like it, go to court

A winter power outage in Harju County left a disabled father and his son without heat for three days, raising questions about the legality of the outage.

Feb 19 • 10:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Andalusian Junta backs the controversial contract with José Manuel Soto to promote El Rocío

The Andalusian government has defended its controversial contract with singer José Manuel Soto, despite warnings from the Advisory Council about its legality.

Feb 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Border Guards Massively Control and Send Back Foreigners

The Polish Border Guards have intensified checks on foreigners, resulting in nearly 600 individuals having their residency legality verified and over 30 being ordered to leave the country immediately.

Feb 18 • 17:27 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

USA: Will the Supreme Court Overturn Trump’s Tariffs?

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to announce its ruling on the legality of tariffs imposed by President Trump without Congressional approval.

Feb 18 • 15:05 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Prosecutor General has begun an investigation into the activities of the 'OIK recoverers' lawyers

The Prosecutor General's Office in Latvia has initiated an investigation into the legality of the operations of the organization 'Tiesiskums.lv', prompted by allegations of violations of legal and ethical codes by its associated lawyers.

Feb 18 • 13:14 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Why did a Hindu organization break a tomb in Ghaziabad?

A Hindu organization in Ghaziabad, India, has controversially dismantled a tomb, raising questions about the legality and legitimacy of such actions by non-state actors.

Feb 18 • 04:38 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

A triple attack by the U.S. on suspected drug boats in the Caribbean and Pacific leaves 11 dead

A U.S. military operation targeting suspected drug trafficking boats in the Caribbean and Pacific has resulted in 11 fatalities, reigniting international debates surrounding the legality of such force.

Feb 17 • 20:25 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Who can conclude a loan agreement with the village mayor for his vehicle?

The article discusses the legality of loan agreements involving the private vehicle of a village mayor for official purposes, following scrutiny from the Regional Chamber of Audit regarding such agreements.

Feb 17 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

PT says there is 'no legal basis' for opposition criticisms about parade in honor of Lula

The Workers' Party (PT) in Brazil has refuted opposition claims regarding the legality of a samba school's tribute to President Lula at the Rio Carnival, asserting there are no grounds for electoral ineligibility discussions.

Feb 16 • 21:01 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Why the Constitutional Council might ultimately censor the holding tax

The French Prime Minister has approached the Constitutional Council regarding the legality of measures taxing the wealthy included in the 2026 budget.

Feb 16 • 17:53 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Jorge Guzmán Mancilla and his departure from Emelec: 'I would not sit down to talk with Roberto Ibáñez, he is a person alien to legality'

Former Emelec president Jorge Guzmán Mancilla expresses his rejection of a government decision that removed him from his position, labeling the process as unfair and questioning the legitimacy of the new candidate.

Feb 16 • 11:00 UTC

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