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Geopolitics

Why did the US Supreme Court strike down Trump’s global tariff policy?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The US Supreme Court has struck down Donald Trump’s imposition of sweeping global tariffs.

Geopolitics

Tariff refunds could take years amid US Supreme Court ruling, experts warn

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

At least 1,000 companies have already sued the administration of United States President Donald Trump.

Tech & Startups

Supreme Court Rules Most of Donald Trump’s Tariffs Are Illegal

Wired · Global

In a 6-3 ruling, justices upended the Trump administration’s signature economic policy, potentially putting the US government on the hook for at least $175 bil…

Tech & Startups

Tesla loses bid to overturn $243M Autopilot verdict

TechCrunch · US

"The grounds for relief that Tesla relies upon are virtually the same as those Tesla put forth previously during the course of trial"

Geopolitics

Trump tariffs live: US Supreme Court rules against sweeping global tariffs

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Supreme Court says Trump did not have authority to enact tariffs under law meant for national emergencies.

Geopolitics

Senegal football federation denounces verdict in Morocco against fans

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Eighteen Senegal fans were detained following the AFCON final in Morocco on January 18 and were sentenced on Thursday.

Geopolitics

Andrew under investigation: what’s next for the former prince? – The Latest

The Guardian – World · Europe

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been released under investigation after police questioned the former prince in relation to allegations he shared confidential ma…

Geopolitics

‘The costs could rise’: Austria manslaughter ruling could alter climbing in Europe

The Guardian – World · Europe

Amateur climber’s conviction over girlfriend’s death could put people off activity, say expertsClimber convicted of manslaughter after leaving girlfriend on Au…

Geopolitics

Why were Trump tariffs ruled illegal by SC? Top points from big ruling

Times of India – World · India

​​The case marked the first significant element of Trump’s wide-ranging policy agenda to be directly reviewed by America’s highest court — an institution he in…

Geopolitics

Can Trump overturn SC tariff ruling? What US Constitution says

Times of India – World · India

- US Supreme Court strikes down tariffs imposed under emergency powers, challenging presidential authority. - Ruling raises constitutional question: Can a pr…

Geopolitics

US Supreme Court ruling: Trump's tariffs that remain unaffected

Times of India – World · India

- TOI Business Desk delivers real-time global business news, covering markets, industries, and economic trends with in-depth analysis. - Focuses on impactful…

Geopolitics

Watch: U.S. Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s global tariffs

The Hindu – World · India

The U.S. Supreme Court struck down on February 20, President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs that he pursued under ​a law meant for use in national emergencies…

Geopolitics

US Supreme Court rules against Trump’s sweeping tariffs

South China Morning Post – World · China

In a consequential decision that most of the world awaited expectantly, with billions of dollars on the line, the US Supreme Court on Friday upheld a lower-cou…

Geopolitics

US Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s global tariffs

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

This is a breaking news story.

Geopolitics

US Supreme Court strikes down Trump's sweeping tariffs

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

It's a major blow for the president's trade policy.

Geopolitics

Trump overstepped executive power by imposing tariffs, supreme court rules

The Guardian – World · Europe

Ruling is blow to Trump’s bold assertions of authority and topples key pillar of aggressive economic agendaUS politics live – latest updatesDonald Trump overst…

Geopolitics

Reform UK’s Matt Goodwin faced GB News complaint over colleague’s claim of ‘inappropriate comments’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Exclusive: Nigel Farage understood to have known of grievance against byelection candidate, whose lawyer described it as resolved ‘minor workplace matter’ of m…

Geopolitics

Italian authorities accuse man of training dog to illegally dump his rubbish

BBC News – World · Europe

"Ingenuity can never become an alibi for incivility", the City of Catania warns.

General

Possible next steps after the arrest of former Prince Andrew

NBC News – World · US

LONDON — Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor may have been released from custody, but his legal saga is not over

Geopolitics

Cheque bounce case: Complainant offended over not sharing stage with Amitabh, says Rajpal's lawyer

Times of India – World · India

Rajpal Yadav got interim bail from Delhi High Court and left Tihar Jail in a cheque bounce case filed by businessman Madhav Gopal Aggarwal over a Rs 5 crore lo…

Geopolitics

Trump's tariffs illegal: US top court strikes down tariffs imposed across globe

Times of India – World · India

The ruling is widely seen as the big blow to Donald Trump’s second administration at the conservative-leaning Supreme Court. Just last year, the bench had cons…

Geopolitics

U.S. Supreme Court rejects Trump's global tariffs

The Hindu – World · India

U.S. President Donald Trump has leveraged tariffs - taxes on imported goods - as a key economic and foreign policy tool.

Geopolitics

Water prisons, torture: UN urges crackdown on brutal Southeast Asia scam centres

South China Morning Post – World · China

The UN human rights agency on Friday called on governments to clamp down on scam centres, which have mushroomed in Southeast Asia and where hundreds of thousan…

Geopolitics

Law firm asks court to block access to files seized in ‘crash-for-cash’ probe

South China Morning Post – World · China

A law firm has asked a Hong Kong court to bar police from inspecting privileged documents seized during a raid earlier this month as part of an ongoing investi…

Geopolitics

CUHK alumni lose legal bid to overturn election ban over ‘scandalous’ conduct

South China Morning Post – World · China

Two Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) graduates have lost a judicial challenge against their disqualifications from an election for the institution’s advi…

Geopolitics

UK ex-prince leaves police station after arrest related to Epstein files

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The UK’s former prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was filmed leaving a police station on Thursday night.

Geopolitics

Andrew’s arrest does not guarantee justice for trafficking victims, says top US lawyer

The Guardian – World · Europe

Gloria Allred says allegations involving sharing of state trade secrets were prioritised over sexual assault claims against trade envoyAndrew Mountbatten-Winds…

Geopolitics

Man in Sicily trained his dog to illegally dump rubbish, say police

The Guardian – World · Europe

City of Catania calls ruse to avoid CCTV cameras installed to stop fly-tipping ‘as cunning as it is doubly wrong’A man in Catania, Sicily, trained his dog to d…

Geopolitics

UK doctor stuck in India after police case over Facebook post

BBC News – World · Europe

Sangram Patil is accused of posting "objectionable content" about a top Indian leader. He denies the allegation.

Geopolitics

UP authorities bulldoze barber shop after ‘sexual assault’ on 8-year-old girl sparks protests

Times of India – World · India

Authorities in Lakhimpur Kheri demolished a barber shop. This action followed protests demanding strict action against the 22-year-old owner. He is accused of …

Geopolitics

Why rights exist but justice remains out of reach for the poor

Times of India – World · India

Millions in India eligible for free legal aid remain unaware or distrustful, hindering access to justice. Poverty creates legal vulnerability, preventing the p…

Geopolitics

Venezuela signs amnesty law as families await prison releases

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Venezuela’s acting president Delcy Rodriquez signed an amnesty law that could free hundreds of political prisoners.

Geopolitics

Man convicted for wife’s dowry death can’t inherit her property: Kerala HC

Times of India – World · India

A husband convicted of dowry death cannot inherit his deceased wife's property. The High Court ruled this, applying principles of justice and equity. The court…

Geopolitics

Delhi HC asks Kuldeep Singh Sengar's brother Jaideep to surrender in Unnao case

Times of India – World · India

The Delhi High Court has ordered Jaideep Sengar, brother of Unnao rape case convict Kuldeep Sengar, to surrender before jail authorities in connection with his…

Geopolitics

First royal arrest in centuries presents existential crisis for UK’s most powerful family

South China Morning Post – World · China

Until Thursday morning, it had been nearly four centuries since the arrest of a senior British royal. On his 66th birthday, the late Queen Elizabeth’s favourit…

Geopolitics

Watch: The day Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested

BBC News – World · Europe

The former prince spent the day at a police station in Norfolk, before being released under investigation.

Geopolitics

Epstein eyed record label investment to access women, files suggest

BBC News – World · Europe

His associate said the music industry was "related to P", a way Epstein apparently often referred to women.

Geopolitics

South Korean woman charged with drug-linked murders after AI chat gives evidence

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of seasoned journalists and writers covers global events with accuracy and depth. - Committed to timely, in-depth reporting to keep r…

Geopolitics

Supreme Court dismisses plea seeking pan-India curb on Babur-named mosques

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with a dedicated team to deliver real-time, comprehensive news to global readers. - Committed to excellence, they provide break…

Geopolitics

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s arrest prompts calls for justice in the US

The Guardian – World · Europe

US lawmakers say action by UK authorities on matters arising from release of Epstein files compares unfavourably with a lack of accountability in the US King s…

Geopolitics

NSW to ban children from riding ebikes under minimum age limit

The Guardian – World · Europe

Expert review will consider whether children and teenagers should be able to carry passengersFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our brea…

Geopolitics

New labour codes: From layoff guidelines to timely wages; checklist issued for employers

Times of India – World · India

The Labour Ministry has unveiled a comprehensive compliance checklist for employers, consolidating nearly two dozen requirements under four new labour codes. T…

Geopolitics

Ex-Prince Andrew’s arrest spurs Epstein accountability calls from UK to US

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US lawmakers call on the Trump administration to pursue justice for victims, as UN expert urges probes across the world.

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