Lok Sabha passes Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, amid disruptions and a political showdown over July 20 student protests, with stricter penalties for exam-related offences proposed.
Prince Harry, Doreen Lawrence, Elton John, and four others face a potential £18.3m shortfall after losing their privacy case against Associated Newspapers Limited (ANL), with their £16.2m insurance cover falling short of ANL's £34.5m costs.
Xenia Fedorova, a Russian commentator accused of spreading Kremlin propaganda on French media, has been ordered to leave France, sparking free speech concerns.
District councillor Peggy Wong and Prestige Construction directors Gordon Ho and Hau Wah-kin deny allegations of gift bag exchanges for proxy votes and bid-rigging in Wang Fuk Court renovation contract selection.
Saltburn Cricket Club suspends a player indefinitely after a viral video alleged cheating by clicking fingers to deceive the umpire in a Division Two match, prompting a league investigation.
Actor Jared Leto, 54, denies allegations of sexual misconduct from four women, who claim incidents occurred when they were teenagers (16-19) between 2002 and 2016.
Jared Leto, 54, denies allegations of sexual assault and misconduct made by four women in a BBC documentary, covering incidents from 2002 to 2016, including statutory rape and explicit calls to minors.
Four women accuse Jared Leto of criminal sexual conduct, including statutory rape and sexual assault, when they were teenagers; six others describe inappropriate sexual phone calls
The International Criminal Court's (ICC) Assembly of States Parties voted 82-0 to remove Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan over allegations of sexual misconduct with a junior staff member and attempting to silence her, despite his denials. The decision, following a lengthy investigation, may weaken the ICC amid external pressures, including a US campaign to dismantle it.
The International Criminal Court's 125-member states voted to remove Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan due to allegations of sexual misconduct, which he denies. The move comes amid challenges for the ICC, including a US campaign to dismantle it.
Austin FC's youth academy is under investigation by Austin police and the FBI for alleged sexual abuse among academy players, with multiple families reporting incidents and the club cooperating with authorities.
US President Donald Trump expresses trust in Russian President Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping's assurances that their countries are not supplying weapons to Iran, despite allegations from some US circles.
The ICC Assembly of States Parties voted to remove Prosecutor Karim Khan over sexual misconduct allegations, despite a judicial panel finding no misconduct. Khan's legal team claims the move was politically motivated, citing pressure from the US and Israel following his issuance of arrest warrants for Israeli leaders.
The International Criminal Court's 125 member states voted to dismiss Prosecutor Karim Khan (56) due to allegations of serious misconduct, including an inappropriate sexual relationship with a junior lawyer, which he denies.
The International Criminal Court's (ICC) Assembly of States Parties voted to dismiss Prosecutor Karim Khan over sexual misconduct allegations, which he denies. 82 out of 125 member states supported his removal. The decision comes as the US seeks to undermine the ICC, and Venezuela announces its withdrawal citing geographical bias.
Pauline Hanson's recent comments on domestic violence, suggesting it's a "two-way street" and questioning why women don't leave abusive relationships, are not gaffes but reflect a decade-long core belief influenced by anti-feminist groups and her son's past allegations.
Wendy Faith and Alesi Diana Denise, accused of same-sex activity under Uganda's anti-LGBTQ+ laws, were acquitted after five months in prison in Arua City. Their case highlights ongoing fear and discrimination for LGBTQ+ Ugandans despite the charges being dropped.
Tanzanian lecturer Melkisedek Kaijage, initially arrested for inciting anti-government protests, has been charged with terrorism and denied bail. His case is part of a broader crackdown on opposition figures following disputed 2025 elections and post-poll violence.
Elon Musk rejected racism allegations during an interview, citing his half-Indian partner, their four children, and the diversity in his companies. He defended his controversial comments on immigration and demographic changes, stating his concerns are about public safety and integration.
Members of the International Criminal Court (ICC) are meeting at the UN Headquarters in New York to vote on whether to remove prosecutor Karim Khan, who faces sexual misconduct allegations he denies. The vote culminates a two-year saga, with the case intertwined with the ICC's Gaza war crimes investigation and US sanctions.
Wendy Faith and Alesi Diana Denise were discharged after five months in a Ugandan prison, accused of same-sex activity under the Anti-Homosexuality Act. Their case was discontinued, but they face ongoing trauma, social stigma, and threats from the community.
The Trump administration is implementing new 10-12.5% tariffs on imports from 60 countries, citing inadequate enforcement of forced labor bans. These tariffs, imposed under Section 301, replace expiring temporary levies and aim to address human rights abuses and distortive trade practices.
The United States announced new tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on dozens of countries, including China, India, and the EU, citing lax enforcement of forced labor bans. These duties, effective Friday, replace a temporary global tariff and are imposed under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974.
Federal prosecutors charged 12 individuals in an alleged cargo theft conspiracy that diverted over $2 million worth of Nike shoes from the company's Memphis logistics center between July 2021 and June 2024. Nike employees allegedly used unauthorized UPS labels to redirect shipments to resellers.
