The U.S. is imposing additional 50% tariffs on various Canadian goods, including motor vehicles, alcohol, and dairy, citing alleged trade discrimination. The tariffs, enacted under Section 338, are set to take effect in 30 days, prompting Canada's Ontario Premier to suggest retaliation.
Palestinian Australian academic Randa Abdel-Fattah has launched legal action against Bendigo Writers Festival organizers and La Trobe University, alleging discrimination based on political belief after a code of conduct, including a contested antisemitism definition, led to her exclusion from the 2025 event.
A US judge ruled that Meta Platforms can proceed with the layoffs of 26 employees who sued the company, alleging discriminatory AI tools were used for job cuts. The judge declined to block the layoffs, citing a lack of "irreparable harm," but indicated a potential reconsideration if more evidence on AI use is provided.
Florida AG James Uthmeier is investigating the NFL's Rooney Rule and other employment practices for potential civil rights violations. The league is cooperating with a subpoena demanding documents related to diversity and coaching staff demographics.
Claudia-Liza Vanderpuije, 47, has withdrawn her tribunal claims against Dan Walker and their employers ITN and Channel 5 after reaching a mutual agreement. She had filed claims of unfair dismissal, discrimination and harassment on grounds of race and sex, and breach of contract. The case, which was due to be heard at an employment tribunal in London, has been dismissed. Walker said he was fully prepared to defend the allegations. ITN and Channel 5 denied the claims and paid an undisclosed settlement with no admission of liability.
