Westminster council faces backlash over a draft licensing policy discouraging vertical drinking and bar service in Soho and the West End, drawing criticism from the London mayor and hospitality leaders.
Westminster council's draft licensing policy recommends banning 'vertical drinking' and ordering at the bar in Soho and the West End, drawing criticism from London Mayor Sadiq Khan, hospitality figures, and licensing experts.
Delhi Police decided not to file a case against a 15-year-old girl accused of using abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a viral video. The decision followed her public apology, where she stated she was influenced and expressed remorse for her actions.
Hong Kong to launch revamped Huanggang Port border crossing in September under a new joint inspection model, with drills starting next month following legislative approval for a co-location arrangement with Shenzhen.
US military personnel in the UK accused of rape are often charged with lesser offenses under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), causing further trauma to British victims due to differing legal definitions and an unfamiliar justice system.
The IOC Ethics Commission rejected a complaint by FairSquare against FIFA President Gianni Infantino, citing the issue fell outside its jurisdiction as it pertained to FIFA's governance and sport rules, not IOC's Code of Ethics.
The China Coast Guard used water cannons and dangerous maneuvers against multiple Philippine vessels near Huangyan Island (Scarborough Shoal) on July 24, leading to a standoff between 10 Philippine and 15 Chinese ships.
The British army cancelled planned training in Kenya after the Kenyan government refused to ratify a defence agreement, seeking greater accountability for British soldiers. Negotiations are ongoing regarding jurisdiction and payment, impacting economic activity and the UK-Kenya defence partnership.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi warned the Philippines of “bitter consequences” for seeking outside backing in the South China Sea dispute. This warning was followed by China's coastguard expelling two Philippine government vessels near Scarborough Shoal, citing ignored warnings and entry into Chinese-claimed waters.
Proposed voluntary assisted dying (VAD) laws are set to pass the Northern Territory parliament, making euthanasia legal across all Australian jurisdictions. The bill, to be introduced Thursday and debated in August, has confirmed support despite diverging from inquiry recommendations on prognosis timeframe and a "gag clause" for doctors.
FTX is set to distribute approximately $900 million to eligible creditors starting July 31, but only those who cleared June 16 checks and completed onboarding with providers like BitGo, Kraken, or Payoneer will receive funds. Residents of 45 jurisdictions remain blocked from selecting a distribution provider.
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has become a leading jurisdiction for tokenized US Treasuries, holding $1.5 billion of the $14.98 billion global market. This growth is attributed to its digital asset regulation, legal certainty, and efficient corporate structuring, rather than solely tax benefits.
A mainland Chinese court has asserted jurisdiction over an investor lawsuit against a Hong Kong-listed company for the first time. The suit alleges the company failed to disclose irregular loans and unauthorized guarantees, potentially increasing scrutiny of corporate disclosures.
The Delhi High Court ruled that a family cannot claim compensation from a car owner's personal accident insurance via MACT if the borrower dies driving the vehicle, especially under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, which requires proving negligence.
Illegal online casinos are using fake news, AI-generated videos, and deepfakes to falsely present football stars Jude Bellingham and Bruno Fernandes as official brand partners, exploiting their identities to attract customers. This marks a new level of deception beyond previous tactics of using retired players.
China's Article 63, concerning extraterritorial jurisdiction, targets actions undermining ethnic unity, not mere opinions. It refers to existing laws like the criminal code and constitution, building on decades of legal architecture.
Malaysia's parliament passed an amendment extending criminal jurisdiction to child sexual offenses committed abroad by residents. Lawyers and advocates question enforcement capabilities, citing challenges in evidence gathering and foreign cooperation.
The Tamil Nadu government has appealed to the Supreme Court against the Madras High Court's order imposing a blanket ban on cow slaughter, even on Bakrid. The state argues the ban conflicts with existing laws that regulate, rather than prohibit, slaughter under certain conditions.
The US Supreme Court has struck down an executive order by Donald Trump that sought to end automatic birthright citizenship for children born in the US. A majority of five Justices ruled the order violated the 14th Amendment.
Germany leads EU crypto licensing under the new MiCA framework with 57 approvals (23%), followed by France and the Netherlands. Despite MiCA's goal of a single market, implementation is fragmented, with five EU states having issued no licenses and Italy dominating the non-compliant register.
Spain has removed Gibraltar from its list of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions after 35 years, citing Gibraltar's compliance with OECD tax transparency standards and cooperation agreements. Meanwhile, Russia has been added to the list due to its lack of tax cooperation with the EU.
Ripple has received preliminary approval as a Crypto-Asset Service Provider from Luxembourg’s CSSF via a conditional Green Light Letter. Combined with its February EMI license, the approvals position the company inside the MiCA framework for passporting across the EEA ahead of the July 1 full authorization deadline.
China's Minister of Culture and Tourism, Sun Yeli, urged APEC countries to cooperate closely in promoting tourism as a key economic driver, highlighting visa exemptions and streamlined customs as facilitation measures.
Hong Kong's International Dragon Boat Races are celebrating their 50th anniversary with over 220 teams from 16 jurisdictions competing in Victoria Harbour. The two-day event in Tsim Sha Tsui draws thousands of spectators and paddlers, noted for its increased competitiveness and popularity.
