A Virginia federal judge ruled that the FDA's special certification requirement for prescribing mifepristone is illegal, citing lack of justification given the drug's proven safety and effectiveness.
Two US small businesses sue the Trump administration over new tariffs (up to 12.5%) on 60 economies, including South Korea, citing arbitrary imposition without clear rationale to address forced labor concerns.
Paramount Skydance delays acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery until June 2027 due to antitrust lawsuit, increasing deal price potentially by $1.7 billion, with a $7 billion breakup fee if the deal collapses.
Two US small businesses sued the Trump administration over new tariffs on 60 trading partners, claiming the policy lacks required 'forced labour' findings and exceeds presidential authority.
Proposed UK wedding law changes would allow marriages in unconventional locations, easing restrictions for couples seeking personalized ceremonies, but some fear the erosion of traditional marriage values.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has appointed former FTC chair Lina Khan to lead the board of the NYC Economic Development Corporation (EDC), alongside Anthony Shorris as president and CEO. Mamdani aims to combine urban business growth with his progressive affordability agenda, emphasizing economic development and justice.
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.
EU regulators fined Google €890 million for anti-competitive practices, citing prioritization of its services and restrictions on app developers. This adds to a prior €4.6 billion fine. Total fines this month, including AliExpress, reached €6.04 billion, bolstering the EU's budget amid increased defense spending and Ukraine aid.
Henry Cheng Kwok-chuen defended himself in court against a negligence claim by Park Hoi-lam, who suffered severe leg injuries when Cheng's taxi mounted a pavement and struck her during a 2019 demonstration in Sham Shui Po.
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.
BitMEX faces a class action lawsuit from BKX Services Inc. and David Namdar in New York, alleging fraudulent liquidations of customer Bitcoin collateral. The suit claims over 622 BTC in losses, accusing BitMEX of profiting from a system designed for liquidations, coinciding with the platform's announced September shutdown.
The AFL's 2026 rule changes, including adjustments to centre bounces and the 'stand' rule, aimed to boost scoring and reduce game time, showing mixed results. While scoring is up, deeper analysis reveals complexities, and significant concerns about player safety and head trauma remain largely unaddressed.
Australia's national security watchdog, INSLM, recommends reforming espionage and foreign interference laws, warning they risk undermining democracy and press freedom. The review proposes new offenses against transnational repression and clearer national security definitions to protect civil liberties.
Sky News Australia is rebranding to News24 due to an expiring deal with UK Sky News, facing concerns over brand recognition and marketing efforts. The change comes amidst various media controversies, including a News Corp lawsuit against Brave Software and scrutiny over interviews and commentator activism.
A Florida pastor, Scott Winters, has sued OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging that ChatGPT's medical advice, which included religious references, repeatedly discouraged him from seeking emergency treatment for serious symptoms. This allegedly led to a near-fatal pulmonary embolism, causing him to lose his home and career.
Danielle Wilson's lawsuit against Matt Wright and CASA over her husband Chris "Willow" Wilson's 2022 helicopter crash death could take another year to reach trial, with a judge warning against further delays as Wright cites ongoing legal and financial burdens.
The BBC is demanding Donald Trump's personal text messages and financial data from roughly 400 companies as part of a £10bn defamation lawsuit. The suit stems from a Panorama documentary that Trump claims falsely implied he incited the January 6 Capitol riot.
Dr. Leonard "Lenny" Hochstein, a Miami plastic surgeon and ex-husband of Real Housewives of Miami star Lisa Hochstein, is facing four medical malpractice lawsuits alleging lasting pain, scarring, and deformities from breast augmentations and lifts, which he denies.
A landmark legal action over brain damage in rugby is on the brink of collapse as a judge considers striking out 95% of 561 claimants due to their former solicitor's failure to disclose documents. Senior Master Cook is deliberating, with no legal precedent for the situation.
Over two dozen states are suing the Trump administration, alleging it unlawfully links billions in federal disaster relief to compliance with controversial election system changes and immigration enforcement demands, a strategy previously ruled unconstitutional.
The SEC will pay $150,000 in legal fees and review its record-keeping practices as part of a July 22 settlement, ending a public-records lawsuit backed by Coinbase. The case, filed by History Associates, focused on transparency and the preservation of federal records, including text messages.
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce warned that some crypto vaults and onchain lending strategies could be subject to federal securities laws, depending on their structure and management. Her statement comes as major firms like Coinbase and Bitwise expand into this rapidly growing market, prompting a re-evaluation of regulatory boundaries.
OpenAI is rolling out its ChatGPT Health feature to all US users over 18 across all plans, allowing integration with personal health data. This expansion comes a day after a Florida pastor sued the company over a near-fatal health suggestion, prompting OpenAI to reiterate disclaimers about its services not being for diagnosis or treatment.
GoPro has launched its first Wireless Mic System in 2026, a $159 two-mic bundle, entering a competitive market. The system offers direct Bluetooth connectivity to GoPros and two receivers for various devices. While praised for portability and sound quality, the review notes limitations like single mic Bluetooth pairing and lack of mono mode via USB.
