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The IndependentSouth African Court Hears Appeal Over Burial of Former Zambian President
A South African appeals court heard arguments Friday in a dispute between the family of Zambia's former president and the Zambian government over where the body will be buried. The court did not indicate when it would issue a ruling.
France 24Judge Approves Class Action Against Covidien Over Hernia Mesh
A Scottish judge has permitted 84 patients to pursue group legal proceedings against Covidien LP for compensation related to hernia mesh implants. The ruling allows the case to proceed but does not decide negligence or damages.
nypost.comChiefs Receiver Rashee Rice Serving 30-Day Jail Term After Probation Violation
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is serving a 30-day jail sentence in Dallas after testing positive for marijuana in violation of probation terms. The sentence stems from a 2024 highway crash that injured multiple people.
France 24Zambia’s Kabwe Residents Sue Mining Company Over Lead Contamination
Children in Kabwe, Zambia, show blood lead levels above World Health Organization limits after decades of mining. An estimated 140,000 women and children have joined a class-action lawsuit against Anglo American South Africa Limited.
theconservativetreehouse.comKenyan Court Halts U.S. Ebola Facility Plan
A Kenyan high court has temporarily suspended U.S. plans to establish an Ebola quarantine and treatment facility in the country. The next hearing is set for June 2.
nypost.comRams Receiver Puka Nacua Addresses Lawsuit and Team Support
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua spoke publicly for the first time since a March civil lawsuit was filed against him. He said he is grateful for organizational support and has participated in therapy and rehab.
english.elpais.comFederal judge dismisses administration challenge to Boston immigration rules
A federal court rejected the U.S. government's lawsuit against Boston's policies that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. The ruling leaves the city's measures in place.
nypost.comRams Wide Receiver Puka Nacua Addresses Lawsuit, Thanks Team Support
Puka Nacua spoke publicly for the first time since a March civil lawsuit alleged he made an antisemitic statement and bit a woman on the shoulder. He expressed gratitude for support from the Los Angeles Rams organization and teammates.
Washington ExaminerU.S. Attorney Denies DOJ Criminal Probe Into E. Jean Carroll
The U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Illinois rejected media reports that his office opened a criminal investigation into E. Jean Carroll. The Department of Justice has not confirmed any new probe.
New York PostErewhon Sued Over $275,000 in Unpaid Rent at Culver City Store
Hackman Capital Partners filed suit on May 21 alleging the grocery chain breached its lease at The Culver Steps. The complaint seeks more than $275,000 plus legal fees.
nbcnews.comJustice Department opens perjury probe into E. Jean Carroll funding statement
The Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation into whether E. Jean Carroll lied in a 2022 deposition about outside funding for her civil lawsuits against President Trump. The probe centers on whether she accurately described the source of legal fees paid by a nonprof…
ReasonFederal Judge Rejects DHS Warrants in Don Lemon Church Protest Case
A magistrate judge twice denied search warrants sought by a DHS agent for YouTube and iPhone records tied to former CNN anchor Don Lemon and other defendants. The government later withdrew the applications after the judge found no probable cause.
stltoday.comMississippi Prosecutor Removed Most Black Jurors in 2004 Murder Trial
A Mississippi prosecutor removed nearly all Black prospective jurors from a murder trial. The U.S. Supreme Court later ruled the action violated constitutional protections against racial discrimination in jury selection.
techcentral.co.zaNBC News to Host Subscriber Q&A on Supreme Court Rulings
NBC News will hold a live subscriber Q&A at 3 p.m. ET Thursday featuring its senior legal correspondent. Viewers can submit questions about pending Supreme Court cases and other legal topics.
foxnews.comTrump Refiles $10 Billion Defamation Lawsuit Against Wall Street Journal
President Trump has filed an amended defamation suit seeking at least $10 billion against the Wall Street Journal. The suit follows a judge's dismissal of an earlier version and concerns an article about a reported birthday card sent to Jeffrey Epstein.
NprU.S. Forces Strike Iranian Coastal Area After Drone Incident
U.S. forces shot down Iranian drones and struck an area along Iran's coast overnight. Iran said its Revolutionary Guard targeted the American base involved. Peace talks between the two countries continue.
finance.yahoo.comLaw Firm Files Class Action Lawsuit Against ChampionX Corporation
Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. announced a class action lawsuit filed in federal court on behalf of investors who sold ChampionX common stock between February 29, 2024 and April 1, 2024. Investors have until July 14, 2026 to seek appointment as lead plaintiff.
usatoday.comHouston Attorney Faces Animal Cruelty Charge After Home Video Surfaces
A Houston attorney was arrested after his wife discovered video footage on cameras she had installed for contractor work. He was released on a $75,000 bond.
cnet.comGoogle Engineer Charged With Insider Trading on Polymarket
Federal prosecutors charged a Google software engineer with using nonpublic information to place bets on Polymarket. The trades reportedly earned more than $1 million on a single search term.
Washington ExaminerEx-wife files motion to dismiss congressman's defamation lawsuit
Emily Moreno moved on Wednesday to dismiss a defamation suit filed earlier this month by her ex-husband, Rep. Max Miller. The motion cites Ohio's Uniform Public Expression Protection Act and the one-year statute of limitations.
gamereactor.euMatthew Perry's Live-In Assistant Sentenced to Over Three Years
Kenneth Iwamasa, 60, received a prison term exceeding three years for supplying the ketamine that caused the actor's death in 2023. He is the fifth and final person sentenced in the case.
finance.yahoo.comPortnoy Law Firm Investigates York Space Systems for Possible Securities Fraud
The Portnoy Law Firm announced on May 27, 2026, that it has begun an investigation into possible securities fraud at York Space Systems and may file a class action lawsuit. The firm is contacting investors who purchased shares in the company's January 2026 IPO.
upi.comGreen Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs arrested on domestic violence charges
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was arrested Tuesday and booked into Brown County Jail on five domestic violence charges. Police responded to a disturbance call on Saturday and the investigation remains active.
ABC NewsBiden Sues Justice Department to Block Release of Special Counsel Interview Recordings
Former President Joe Biden filed suit Tuesday to stop the Justice Department from releasing audio and transcripts from interviews conducted during the special counsel investigation into his handling of classified documents. The recordings involve conversations with his ghostwrite…
espn.comLiverpool goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili fined for using phone while driving
Liverpool goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili received a fine after being caught using his phone while driving. The incident was reported by Sky News.
ESPNRunning back faces felony assault charge and four misdemeanors
Jail records show a running back on an NFL roster has been charged with one felony count of strangulation and suffocation plus four misdemeanor counts. No court date or additional details have been released.
Nbc NewsDominican Judge Finds Wander Franco Criminally Responsible but Grants Judicial Pardon
A Dominican court ruled Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco criminally responsible for sexual and psychological abuse of a minor yet exempted him from punishment. The judge cited extortion by the girl's mother, who received a 10-year sentence. Full sentencing is set for June 1…
ESPNRunning back faces five charges after weekend incident
A running back has been charged with five offenses following an incident that began Saturday. The case raises questions about his status with the team.
news.google.comClass Action Lawsuit Filed Against New Era Energy & Digital Over Securities Purchases
A stockholder rights law firm announced a class action suit against New Era Energy & Digital, Inc. in federal court. The suit covers investors who bought company securities between November 6, 2024 and December 29, 2025.
foxnews.comSouthern Poverty Law Center Seeks Dismissal of Federal Fraud Indictment
The Southern Poverty Law Center filed a motion Tuesday asking a federal judge to dismiss an 11-count indictment charging the nonprofit with wire fraud and bank fraud. The filing argues the prosecution amounts to vindictive action tied to public statements by President Trump and a…
France 24Paris Court Allows New Windows at Notre Dame Cathedral
A Paris court ruled that six stained-glass windows at Notre Dame may be replaced with new designs. Heritage groups had sought to block the change after the 2019 fire.
upi.comMango Vice-Chair Steps Down Temporarily During Father's Death Investigation
Jonathan Andic, son of Mango founder Isak Andic, announced Tuesday he is stepping aside as vice-chair while facing a Spanish court investigation into his father's December 2024 death. The 45-year-old maintains his innocence and disputes court findings about their relationship.
swissinfo.chSwiss Courts Order Asset Seizure in Drahi-Pereira Dispute
Swiss courts have ordered the seizure of assets in a lawsuit filed by Armando Pereira against Patrick Drahi. Pereira seeks at least 1.2 billion Swiss francs he says he is owed.
france24.comSouth African Leader Files Court Papers to Review Report on Possible Law Breach
Court documents seek review of a report that suggested a possible legal violation. The filing requests examination of the report's conclusions.
ai-cio.comSportradar Faces Securities Class Action Over Share Disclosures
A securities class action lawsuit has been filed against Sportradar Group AG covering shares purchased between November 7, 2024 and April 21, 2026. The filing follows a 22 percent drop in the company's stock price on April 22, 2026.
motherjones.comBrazilian Prosecutors Sue Anvisa and Federal Government Over Glyphosate Use
Federal prosecutors filed suit against health regulator Anvisa and the federal government seeking a nationwide ban on the herbicide glyphosate. The complaint targets the top-selling weed killer currently approved for agricultural use.
benzinga.comSchall Law Firm Investigates Rumble Inc. for Possible Securities Violations
The Schall Law Firm announced an investigation into whether Rumble Inc. made false or misleading statements to investors. The inquiry follows the company's May 14, 2026 release of first-quarter results.
nbcnews.comJustice Department removes January 6 press releases from website
The department said the deletions were part of a routine update. It stated that the action reflects current priorities.
androidauthority.comDOJ Seeks User Data From Apple And Google In EZ Lynk Emissions Case
The Department of Justice has issued subpoenas to Apple, Google, Amazon and Walmart seeking identities and purchase records of more than 100,000 users of EZ Lynk car software. The requests are part of a 2021 lawsuit alleging the company sold devices that defeat vehicle emissions…
finance.yahoo.comSecurities Fraud Lawsuit Filed Against Sportradar Group AG
A law firm filed a securities fraud class action lawsuit against Sportradar Group AG on behalf of investors who bought Class A ordinary shares between November 7, 2024, and April 21, 2026. The suit was filed in federal court and carries a July 17, 2026, deadline for investors see…
prnewswire.comProposed Class Action Settlement Filed for Sun Communities Stock Purchasers
A federal court in Michigan has scheduled a hearing on a proposed $2.3 million settlement covering purchases of Sun Communities common stock between February 2019 and September 2024. The Rosen Law Firm issued the notice on May 23, 2026.
Le MondeHuman Rights League and CGT sue Canal+ over CEO remarks on petition signers
The LDH and CGT filed a civil case against Canal+ after CEO Maxime Saada said he would no longer work with people who signed a letter opposing the company's attempted takeover of UGC. The organizations seek to annul the decision and obtain compensation for moral damages.
Abc NewsJudge Dismisses Author Michael Wolff Lawsuit Against First Lady Melania Trump
A federal judge in Manhattan threw out Michael Wolff's lawsuit against first lady Melania Trump on Friday. The ruling ends Wolff's attempt to block a threatened $1 billion defamation suit over his statements about her and Jeffrey Epstein.
nypost.comHenry Ruggs III Applies for Parole Five Years After Fatal Crash
Henry Ruggs III, sentenced to three to 10 years after pleading guilty to a 2021 DUI crash, has become eligible for parole and submitted an application. The former NFL player killed a woman and her dog while driving at 156 mph with a blood-alcohol level twice the legal limit.
dailywire.comIndiana Supreme Court Upholds Dismissal of 1999 Lawsuit Against Gun Manufacturers
The Indiana Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal from the city of Gary in a lawsuit filed in 1999 against 11 gun manufacturers. The court let stand a December ruling that directed dismissal of the case.
theconservativetreehouse.comTrump Administration's $1.8 Billion Fund Faces Second Federal Lawsuit
Two lawsuits challenge the creation of a compensation fund for claims of targeting by the prior administration. The suits allege the fund bypasses Congress and violates constitutional limits on federal spending.
Nbc NewsLawsuit Alleges Arkansas Church Leaders Ignored Reports About Pastor Tony Waller
Six women filed a civil complaint in Craighead County Circuit Court alleging that Refuge Church and Assemblies of God officials dismissed earlier warnings about Tony Waller. The suit claims the warnings began in 2000 and continued until Waller’s 2015 arrest.
BloombergFederal Judge Dismisses Human Smuggling Case Against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal judge in Tennessee dismissed criminal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, ruling the prosecution was vindictive. The case followed his deportation to El Salvador and subsequent return to face trial.
jurist.orgJustice Department Appeals Ruling on Sanctions Against UN Official
The Justice Department filed an emergency motion on May 21 to reverse a federal judge's May 13 order that paused sanctions on a UN special rapporteur. The motion argues the ruling incorrectly extended First Amendment protections to a foreign national living abroad.
New York PostJPMorgan Denies Banker’s Sexual Assault Claims and His Account of His Role
JPMorgan Chase filed a court response rejecting allegations made by former employee Chirayu Rana. The bank called the claims false and said it plans to pursue its own claims against him.
citizen.co.zaRichard Desmond’s Group Faces Over £40 Million Bill After Lottery Lawsuit Loss
Richard Desmond’s group must pay more than £40 million in costs after losing a lawsuit against the Gambling Commission. A judge ruled the case brought by Northern & Shell was unreasonable.
citizen.co.zaMeta Faces Lawsuits, Layoffs and Data Center Concerns
Meta is addressing legal challenges, workforce reductions and local questions about its data centers while reporting strong quarterly results. The company plans to cut about 10 percent of its workforce and increase capital spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Nbc NewsLawsuit Alleges Arkansas Church Leaders Ignored Reports of Pastor’s Abuse for Years
Six women filed a civil complaint this week in Craighead County Circuit Court alleging that Refuge Church and Assemblies of God leaders dismissed repeated warnings about children’s pastor Tony Waller. The suit claims the inaction allowed abuse and secret filming to continue for m…
Nbc NewsBlake Lively Files Lawsuit Over Social Media Campaign
Actor Blake Lively filed a lawsuit alleging that a coordinated social media effort damaged her reputation in August 2024. The complaint claims the posts were not organic but part of a deliberate campaign.
freepressjournal.inSouth African President Cyril Ramaphosa's Legal Team Seeks Review of Panel Report on Farm Burglary
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa's legal team plans to request a review of an independent panel's report. The report found he may have breached the constitution in his handling of a burglary at his game farm.
thecanary.coMeta and Other Social Media Companies Settle First School District Lawsuit Over Youth Mental Health
Meta, TikTok, Snap and YouTube reached settlements with a rural Kentucky school district that had sought more than $60 million. The case was selected as a test for roughly 1,200 similar lawsuits filed by other districts.
thequint.comCourt Ruling Clears Path for Release of Leonard Cohen's 1972 Israel Concert Archives
A court-appointed referee ruled that Leonard Cohen's former manager Robert Kory acted properly in managing the singer's estate. The decision may allow release of previously locked audio and video footage from Cohen's 1972 concerts in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv.
edcircuit.comMeta Settles School Social Media Addiction Lawsuit as Industry Faces More Cases
Meta settled a test case among 1,200 similar lawsuits alleging social media addiction in schools. The terms remain sealed while additional cases involving Meta, TikTok, Snap, and YouTube continue.
neurosciencenews.comMeta Settles Social Media Addiction Lawsuit With Kentucky School District
Meta reached a settlement with Breathitt County School District in Kentucky, resolving the first case scheduled for trial over claims that social media platforms caused a youth mental health crisis. The agreement follows earlier settlements by YouTube, Snap, and TikTok and leaves…
onemileatatime.comFrench Appeals Court Convicts Airbus and Air France of Manslaughter
A French appeals court found Airbus and Air France guilty of manslaughter in the 2009 crash of Air France Flight 447. The ruling overturned a 2023 acquittal and ordered the companies to pay the maximum fine for corporate manslaughter.