President Trump defends DOJ's subpoenas for NY Times reporters and Google in probe of leaked Air Force One security concerns, despite withdrawing journalist subpoenas after judicial warning.
President Donald Trump announced his administration will launch a Section 301 trade probe into the European Union, threatening 'substantial' tariffs. This action is in response to the EU's hefty fines against U.S. tech giants like Google, Apple, Meta, and Amazon, which Trump claims are 'ROBBING' American companies and taxpayers.
Reform UK has instructed its councillors to dismiss a police investigation into £500,000 in donations from Fiona Cottrell as an "establishment stitch-up." This directive comes as YouGov polling indicates a sharp decline in Nigel Farage's popularity and Reform UK's overall support, with Labour and Conservatives closing the gap.
The Delhi High Court declined a PIL seeking an NIA or CBI probe into the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)-led 'Chalo Sansad' march over the NEET paper leak, stating authorities are competent. This decision comes as the Centre continues talks with CJP regarding their demands.
Investigators are expanding their probe into the Shincheonji Church of Jesus, now examining allegations that followers were forced to join the ruling Democratic Party (DP) to aid property conversion approvals, in addition to previous suspicions of influencing the main opposition People Power Party (PPP) primaries and elections.
A 10-year-old girl in Muzaffarnagar died by suicide after her teachers allegedly beat and publicly humiliated her over a suspected ₹10 theft. Police registered an FIR against two teachers, Savita and Rajeev, under BNS Section 107 for abetment of suicide, while the education department launched an internal probe.
The Department of Justice withdrew grand jury subpoenas for New York Times reporters and their phone records, which were issued in a national security leak investigation concerning President Trump's Air Force One. The move followed a federal judge's warning to quash the subpoenas, though the DOJ stated the investigation is ongoing.
The US has imposed tariffs on several countries, including China and EU members, with rates up to 12.5%, citing human rights abuses and distortive trade practices. This action is part of President Trump's "America-first" agenda, alongside an ongoing Section 301 investigation into excess industrial capacity.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Russian Foreign Secretary Sergey Lavrov amid reports of Russia's alleged involvement in Iran's drone attacks on US military sites in the Middle East, particularly the CIA embassy station in Riyadh, prompting a US intelligence investigation into the strikes' precision.
India's largest airline, IndiGo, has proposed crisis management measures to the Competition Commission of India (CCI), including a dedicated grievance mechanism and temporary slot handover during disruptions. These commitments aim to address anti-competitive concerns following thousands of flight cancellations, with the CCI investigation currently on hold pending public comments.
US intelligence analysts are investigating whether Russia provided targeting data or advanced drone technology to Iran for recent drone attacks on sensitive CIA facilities in the Gulf region, including sites in Riyadh and eastern Iraq. The probe follows intensified concerns after strikes on a US air base in Jordan.
Mumbai Police launched an inquiry after a viral video allegedly showed police driver Pawan Sangle threatening student protesters with fabricated drug cases and jail if they continued agitating. Sangle has been removed from his posting at Sion police station pending inquiry.
South Korea's customs service and national tax agency jointly collected 1.3 billion won (US$880,000) from delinquent taxpayers by sharing databases and conducting investigations, uncovering concealed assets and fraudulent activities like staged divorces.
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has introduced administrative and religious reforms, including live CCTV surveillance of donation counting, amid an ongoing investigation into donation irregularities. The Trust also approved an official spokesperson, reconstituted the Religious Committee, and is in the final stages of recruiting a new CEO.
Former Hungarian PM Viktor Orban accused the new government of "tyranny" and "sham investigations" after prosecutors seized equipment from Fidesz HQ as part of a corruption probe into the National Culture Fund. Orban, whose party lost elections to Peter Magyar's Tisza party, vowed resistance against what he calls a politically motivated legal proceeding.
Eine Analyse von 4539 Berliner Mietinseraten im Juni ergab, dass fast die Hälfte (46 Prozent) möglicherweise zu hohe Mieten verlangte. Die Mietpreisbremse soll dies verhindern, während das Thema Wohnen den Berliner Wahlkampf prägt und die Bundesregierung neue Detailregeln plant.
Eine Kleintierärztin behauptet, DNA-Proben des Buckelwals Timmy aus einem chinesischen Labor zeigten, dass die Proben nicht von derselben Tierart stammen. Andere Mitglieder der Initiative widersprechen, das Umweltministerium hält an der Identität des Wals fest.
Tasmania's health department is attempting to have a coroner's probe into alleged medical certificate falsification at Launceston General Hospital dismissed, arguing the coroner lacks jurisdiction. This comes despite a 2024 review referring cases, including one involving 82-year-old Margaret Joyce Binns, to the coroner for independent scrutiny.
Eine DNA-Analyse zweier Gewebeproben weckt Zweifel daran, dass der auf der dänischen Insel Anholt gefundene tote Buckelwal tatsächlich „Timmy“ ist, der zuvor vor Poel gestrandet war. Das Ergebnis soll am Mittwoch in Hamburg vorgestellt werden.
The US Department of Justice launched a probe into Harvard University's financial aid programs, specifically those China-based, to determine if they discriminate against American-citizen students. Harvard denies unlawful discrimination and is reviewing the DOJ's letter.
Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez stated the team represented their nation "in the best possible way" despite ugly scenes during and after their World Cup final loss to Spain in New Jersey. FIFA has launched an investigation into altercations involving several Argentina players and staff.
The Metropolitan Police has launched a corporate manslaughter investigation into the death of Joshua Robbins, 23, who fell from his Holborn flat's balcony after railings gave way. The housing association, ISHA, is assisting the ongoing probe, with a pre-inquest review scheduled for 2027.
Delhi Police are examining alleged chat messages from Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) supporters involved in a violent 'Sansad Chalo' march. Messages reportedly discussed communication during potential internet shutdowns and sacrificing lives for the cause, as police investigate clashes that injured 118 personnel and 70 protesters.
South Korea's National Assembly unanimously passed a bill extending a special counsel investigation into former President Yoon Suk Yeol, his wife Kim Keon Hee, and the death of a Marine. The probe, which integrates three earlier investigations, will be extended by 30 days to August 23 and will see an increase in dispatched public officials.
