South Korea’s ruling Democratic Party abolished prosecutors’ supplementary investigative powers via a Criminal Procedure Act amendment, despite 61% public support for retention and warnings that victims may face delayed justice.
House Republicans, led by Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan, have urged the Justice Department to launch a criminal investigation into former special counsel Jack Smith. They allege Smith made false statements under oath last year about his efforts to gather phone records of lawmakers. Smith's lawyers deny the claims, calling the referral a weaponization of the justice system.
Nanik Sudaryati Deyang resigned as chief of Indonesia's National Nutrition Agency, overseeing President Prabowo Subianto's free meals program, due to health reasons. This marks the second leadership change in over a month amid budget cuts and a criminal probe into the program.
A ferry sank off Guyana's coast, killing two and leaving others missing. A criminal investigation is underway after officials found the passenger manifest inaccurate and the captain and a crew member allegedly tested positive for marijuana.
The Israel Defense Forces opened 57 criminal investigations into the deaths of Palestinian and Lebanese detainees and 19 probes into alleged beatings, but only two indictments were filed, with none leading to conviction. This follows long-standing accusations of abuse against detainees.
An international operation led by Norwegian police has resulted in the arrest of 28 men in seven countries for purchasing child sexual abuse material. The men used the cryptocurrency Monero for payments on the dark web, with further arrests anticipated.
At least 27 people, including an inmate who died overnight, were killed in clashes between rival gangs at Negombo prison in Sri Lanka. Over 100 were injured, with 97 still hospitalized. A criminal investigation and a government commission have been launched.
The US Supreme Court limited the use of geofencing warrants, sending a case back to determine if the search was 'reasonable' under the Fourth Amendment, citing concerns over mass surveillance and privacy.
The Metropolitan Police received a 12-month extension for its Palantir pilot project, allowing continued use of the AI system to identify officer misconduct. This follows Mayor Sadiq Khan's recent block of a £50m deal due to procurement breaches, with the Met now launching a new process to appoint a long-term supplier.
New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has called for a criminal investigation into the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) after an Associated Press probe found agents allowed hundreds of thousands of fentanyl pills to reach state streets, contributing to a 21% spike in overdose deaths, while pursuing larger drug cases.
Malaysian police arrested 58 individuals and seized over half a million ringgit (US$124,000) in illicit proceeds during a World Cup gambling crackdown. The operation, involving multiple agencies, targets illegal football betting from June 11 to July 19, with 52 raids conducted and 42 websites/apps flagged.
Malaysian police arrested 58 individuals and confiscated over MYR 500,000 (USD 124,000) in illicit funds during a crackdown on illegal World Cup gambling. The operation, involving multiple agencies, targeted betting websites and platforms.
Malaysian police deported two Indian nationals wanted for their alleged involvement in a railway line explosion in Punjab. Indian media links the incident to a militant plot connected to the Khalistan separatist movement and Pakistan's ISI.
Chinese police announced charges against Liu, accusing him of directing an online gambling group and operating telecom fraud compounds in Cambodia. He is also charged with illegal detention and intentional injury.
The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has formally cautioned a former healthcare worker at The London Clinic for deliberately misusing the Princess of Wales's private medical records and offering to disclose them for financial gain. The investigation followed a breach reported in March 2024.
Le gouverneur de Californie, Gavin Newsom, accuse Donald Trump d'être à l'origine d'enquêtes pénales le visant, lui et son épouse, affirmant que ces actions sont motivées par sa potentielle candidature à la présidentielle de 2028. Les enquêtes porteraient sur des fraudes fiscales.
Le gouverneur de Californie, Gavin Newsom, accuse Donald Trump d'être à l'origine d'enquêtes pénales le visant, lui et son épouse, affirmant que ces actions sont motivées par sa potentielle candidature à la présidentielle de 2028. Les enquêtes porteraient sur des fraudes fiscales.
Derbyshire Police are investigating an officer for allegedly using AI to fabricate evidence in multiple cases. The officer has been removed from duty, and the Crown Prosecution Service is collaborating with police and defense teams. This investigation occurs as a new national AI policing center, PoliceAI, launches.
A UK police officer is under criminal investigation for allegedly using AI to create false evidence and pervert the course of justice, marking the first known case of its kind. The officer has been removed from frontline duties as Derbyshire police work with the Crown Prosecution Service.
Palantir is suing London Mayor Sadiq Khan after he blocked a £50m contract with the Metropolitan Police, citing procurement rule breaches and lack of value for money. The government is also reviewing a £330m NHS contract with the US tech firm.
A 42-year-old man was found dead with signs of violent death near Lipetsk, Russia, while his son remains missing. Their car was discovered in a forest en route home. A criminal case for the murder of two people has been initiated.
Scammers are impersonating Taiwan's Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB) by displaying fake pop-up web pages on adult sites, falsely accusing users of viewing child sexual exploitation content. These pages lock the user's device and demand immediate online payment of a hefty fine via credit card to avoid legal penalties. Police urge citizens not to panic, to close the page immediately, clear browsing history, and never provide personal or credit card information.
Palantir has accused London Mayor Sadiq Khan of "putting politics above public safety" after he blocked a £50m contract with the Metropolitan police for AI intelligence processing. Khan cited a "clear and serious breach" of procurement rules, while Palantir defended its work and questioned why it was singled out.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has blocked a £50m deal between the Metropolitan police and US tech firm Palantir, citing breaches of procurement rules. Scotland Yard criticized the decision, warning of officer cuts, while Khan's office highlighted concerns over vendor lock-in and ethical records.
