Malaysia's Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) has alerted collectors of high-value items like trading cards that their hobby may be subject to income tax if it constitutes a business activity. The LHDN uses 'badges of trade' to determine taxability, considering factors like transaction frequency, profit motive, and organization.
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) will record a $70 million charge in Q1 FY27 after the US Supreme Court declined to hear its appeal in a trade secrets dispute with DXC Technology. The case, involving allegations of misappropriated confidential information, resulted in a lower court awarding damages to DXC.
India's Model Tenancy Act, 2021 clarifies responsibilities for repairs and maintenance between landlords and tenants. It outlines tenant recourse for landlord inaction and tenant duties to prevent damage, with provisions for force majeure events.
Des supporters de football critiquent BeIN Sports pour la durée d'une minute de ses résumés de matchs de la Coupe du Monde, invoquant des raisons contractuelles et des droits limités.
The Mumbai Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) ruled that a property buyer is not liable for short TDS deduction if the seller regularizes their PAN. The case involved a Rs 1.9 crore flat purchase where the buyer deducted TDS on her share, but the tax department sought higher TDS due to an inoperative PAN. ITAT deleted the demand, citing CBDT circulars and the seller's tax compliance. Experts advise buyers to be aware of TDS obligations, especially for non-resident sellers or joint property purchases.
The UK's competition watchdog has ruled that mandatory fees are unfair under consumer law, potentially impacting various industries and consumer contracts.
A draft African charter promoting traditional family values over human rights, including gender equality and LGBTQ+ rights, advances towards adoption at an African Union meeting, sparking criticism from legal experts and rights groups.
Ukraine is not developing nuclear weapons due to its international obligations, stated Denis Shtilerman, co-founder and chief designer of Fire Point, the company that developed Flamingo missiles. He asserted that Ukraine is capable of creating such weapons but adheres to agreements made in exchange for security guarantees from international partners.
New European Union regulations are scheduled to take effect in February 2027, impacting the availability of certain products or services.
The Australian government has admitted to illegally cancelling hundreds of thousands of Centrelink payments due to an automated system glitch. The Department of Employment and Workplace Relations estimates the number is around 300,000, affecting individuals who missed compulsory activities under the mutual obligations scheme.
Japanese lawmaker Mitsuhiro Yokota voiced concerns in parliament about potential future exploitation of Antarctica's vast mineral and energy resources, specifically mentioning China's interest and its resource acquisition ambitions.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has suspended Canada Cricket due to "serious breaches of its membership obligations," citing governance issues and allegations of match-fixing linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Canadian teams can still compete, but funding and operations will be under ICC oversight.
The ICC has suspended Cricket Canada due to serious breaches of membership obligations. While national teams can still compete, Cricket Canada is taking corrective steps to address governance and financial issues, with the ICC monitoring progress.
Russia has forcibly transferred over 20,000 Ukrainian children since 2014, with investigations deeming many transfers unlawful under international law. Despite international condemnation and sanctions, Russia uses the children as bargaining chips, while Ukraine and NGOs work to reunite families.
The ICC suspended Cricket Canada due to serious breaches of membership obligations, citing corruption allegations and governance issues. Canadian teams will continue to play in ICC events, and funding will be controlled by the ICC.
A new report by ReSST reveals Italy is failing to meet its obligations under the UN Convention Against Torture due to a severe lack of assistance for victims, primarily migrants. Structural deficiencies, underfunded reception systems, and inadequate identification protocols leave thousands without support.
Russia's delegation will emphasize the West's failure to meet its international obligations in fighting crime at the UN Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice. Moscow will also highlight its own efforts against transnational organized crime and call for strict adherence to UN conventions.
Federal Attorney-General Michelle Rowland warns NT's CLP government that underfunding legal aid may breach Australia's international human rights obligations, particularly for children and First Nations peoples.
Nickolay Mladenov, "high representative for Gaza," blamed Hamas for stalled ceasefire talks, citing refusal to disarm. Critics argue the US-backed Board of Peace's report is one-sided, ignoring Israeli violations and risking renewed conflict.
Russia's President Putin blamed Ukraine for a deadly drone attack in Luhansk, vowing retaliation. Ukraine denied the claims, stating it targeted Russian military assets. Meanwhile, Czech President Pavel urged NATO to respond assertively to Russian provocations.
Tennis players are demanding a larger share of Grand Slam revenue, seeking 22% compared to the current 15%. Despite Roland-Garros increasing prize money to €61.7 million for 2026, players deem it insufficient, leading to ongoing disputes.
Nickolay Mladenov warned the UN Security Council that Gaza's deteriorating status quo risks becoming permanent. He presented a roadmap for Israel and Hamas to implement a ceasefire, urging the UNSC to press Hamas to disarm and Israel to uphold its commitments.
The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution calling on states to fulfill their climate protection obligations, following a key advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice (ICJ). The resolution, however, omitted a proposed climate damage register.
A 97-year-old Australian widow was fined $1,650 by the ATO for a late tax return after her husband's death. The decision was overturned after public outcry via LinkedIn, prompting criticism of the ATO's lack of discretion in considering personal circumstances.
