Bangladesh President Shahabuddin resigned from his ceremonial post before his term ended in 2028, citing illness. His decision coincides with former Prime Minister Hasina's plan to return in December to surrender after a court conviction, with sources indicating government pressure due to Shahabuddin's ties to Hasina.
A new US Department of Homeland Security proposal suggests that any arrest, even without conviction, could lead to the denial of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for certain visa holders. Immigration lawyers warn this will be challenging for migrant workers, urging public comment by August 4.
Four Hong Kong police officers lost their appeal against convictions and jail terms for framing a homeless man for drug possession and destroying evidence in 2020, with the Court of Appeal upholding the original sentences due to the seriousness of the offences.
Former South Australian MP Fraser Ellis has been convicted of seven counts of deception related to the misuse of the Country Members Allowance. His appeal against four original convictions was dismissed, and three acquittals were overturned, leading to a total of seven convictions. Sentencing is set for September.
Seoul's mayor was convicted for illegal polling payments, potentially ending his presidential ambitions and leading to his removal from office if the Supreme Court upholds the verdict, just weeks after winning a fifth term.
Northern Ireland's Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly expressed shock and repulsion over former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson's sex abuse conviction, which he is now appealing. Little-Pengelly, who worked with Donaldson for years, stated she never suspected his predatory behavior.
A Michigan state appeals court set aside convictions for Pete Musico and Paul Bellar, involved in a 2020 plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. The court ruled kidnapping is not an underlying violent felony under Michigan's terrorism law, a decision Attorney General Dana Nessel plans to appeal.
Marine Le Pen can run for France's next presidential election after an appeals court upheld her conviction but shortened an electoral ban. Despite wearing an ankle bracelet, she leads early polls, though analysts caution against early predictions and highlight internal party challenges.
The Delhi High Court has upheld Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav's conviction in multiple cheque bounce cases, sentencing him to three months imprisonment. The ruling stems from a loan taken over 15 years ago for a film, with the actor failing to meet settlement terms despite depositing some funds.
The Delhi High Court has upheld Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav's conviction in multiple cheque bounce cases, sentencing him to 3 months imprisonment. The court dismissed his petitions challenging the trial court's judgment, noting his payment of approximately Rs 4.25 crore to the complainant.
China aims to peak emissions within five years, targeting a 17% reduction in CO2 emissions per GDP unit by 2030 and increasing non-fossil energy share to 25%. The plan emphasizes clean coal substitution, nuclear power, and green energy sources to meet soaring electricity demand from its AI sector and ensure energy security.
The Delhi High Court will deliver its verdict on Friday in petitions filed by actor Rajpal Yadav challenging his conviction and sentence in cheque bounce cases. Settlement efforts, including a proposed Rs 6 crore settlement, failed, with the court noting inconsistencies in Yadav's submissions.
Marine Le Pen will run for the French presidency after a court upheld her embezzlement conviction but shortened her ban from electoral office. She faces a dilemma over an electronic tag sentence but vowed to appeal, positioning herself as a tougher candidate than her protege Jordan Bardella.
Marine Le Pen confirmed her candidacy for the 2027 French presidential election hours after an appeals court lifted a ban on her eligibility while upholding her embezzlement conviction. She may have to campaign with an electronic ankle bracelet.
Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a Mexican national with no criminal convictions, was fatally shot by an ICE officer in Houston. His family states he was driving to a homebuilding site and may have been scared, leading him to ignore commands and attempt to ram an officer. Hundreds marched in protest, demanding "ICE out of Houston!"
Marine Le Pen announced her 2027 French presidential candidacy despite a recent embezzlement conviction, drawing parallels to Donald Trump's legal battles. An appeal court upheld her conviction, but shortened her ban on running, allowing a fourth bid. Her sentence of a year with an electronic tag is on hold pending a higher court appeal, creating uncertainty for the campaign.
Marine Le Pen, a prominent French right-wing politician, has been convicted of fraud. Despite the conviction, she aims to become president, challenging France's democratic legal system.
Far-right leader Marine Le Pen launched her presidential campaign in France, days after an appeals court allowed her to run despite a conviction for embezzling EU funds. She aims to focus on national revival, while facing protests and questions about her legal issues.
A Mexican national, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, fatally shot by an ICE officer in Houston had no criminal convictions in 35 years in the U.S. His family and a congresswoman stated he was driving a crew to a homebuilding site when the shooting occurred. ICE claims he ignored commands and attempted to ram an officer.
A German palliative care doctor, Johannes M., was sentenced to life in prison in Berlin for murdering 15 patients with lethal sedative doses between 2021-2024. He remains under investigation for dozens more killings.
Far-right leader Marine Le Pen announced she will run for the French presidency next year after an appeals court cleared her path by shortening a ban on seeking public office. Despite being sentenced to wear an electronic monitor for embezzlement, Le Pen plans to appeal, stating the process will suspend the sentence.
Marine Le Pen announced she will run for president in 2027 after an appeal court reduced her ban on holding public office. The court upheld her conviction for misusing EU funds but shortened the ban, allowing the far-right leader to stand in the election.
Far-right leader Marine Le Pen announced she will run for president next year, hours after being sentenced to a year of house arrest for embezzling funds from the European Parliament. She plans to appeal the verdict, which she believes will lift her ankle monitor obligation.
Marine Le Pen announced her candidacy for the French presidency, following an appeals court upholding her graft conviction but reducing her ban from public office. She plans to appeal further, allowing her to campaign without an electronic monitoring device.
