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world1 month ago•5 min saved

Norway’s royal shadow: Crown Princess’s son goes on trial for alleged rapes

The 29-year-old Marius Borg Hoiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, goes on trial in Oslo on 38 counts, including four rapes and a 2020 narcotics offense, with alleged offenses dating from 2018 to 2024; if convicted he faces up to 16 years in prison. Described as the biggest scandal in Norway’s monarchy in 120 years, the case has attracted intense media attention, though Hoiby and his parents emphasize equal treatment under the law as the proceedings run through March 19.

via CBS News|

#court-trial #crown-princess-mette-marit #marius-borg-hoiby

technology1 month ago•10 min saved

Internal memos brand Instagram 'a drug' as Meta faces pivotal social-media addiction trial

A high-stakes bellwether trial accuses Meta, YouTube and others of designing addictive features that harmed a minor; internal memos—including an 'IG is a drug' line—surface as the case tests causation, potentially paving billions in damages and broad platform-safety changes if the jury links harm to design rather than content.

via Ars Technica|

#court-trial #instagram #internal-documents

world1 month ago•314 min saved

Harry vs Daily Mail: A Landmark Privacy Trial Opens in London

Prince Harry and six other high‑profile claimants have begun a nine‑week High Court privacy trial against Associated Newspapers Limited, publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday, alleging a sustained program of unlawful information gathering from 1993 to 2011—including private investigators, planted listening devices, and illicit access to private records. ANL denies wrongdoing, while Harry is set to testify this week alongside Elton John, Elizabeth Hurley and others. The case, a potential turning point in Britain’s tabloid‑privacy battles, could reshape industry practices and involves substantial costs, reported around £40 million.

via CNN|

#court-trial #daily-mail #prince-harry

world3 months ago•1 min saved

Dutch Teen Drowned in Honor Killing Over Western Lifestyle

An 18-year-old Dutch girl was murdered by her father and brothers over her Western lifestyle choices, including social media use and attire, with the father admitting to the killing and the brothers facing trial; the case highlights issues of honour-based violence in the Netherlands.

via Times of India|

#court-trial #dutch-girl #family-violence

world3 months ago•6 min saved

Woman Who Claimed to Be Madeleine McCann Convicted of Harassment

Julia Wandelt, who believed she was Madeleine McCann, harassed the McCann family for over two years through calls, messages, and in-person visits, despite DNA tests proving she is not Madeleine. She was convicted of harassment but not stalking, sentenced to six months in prison, and will likely be deported, while her co-accused Karen Spragg was acquitted.

via BBC|

#court-trial #dna-test #harassment

world4 months ago•3 min saved

Brigitte Macron's Family Reveals Impact of Cyberbullying and False Rumors

Brigitte Macron's daughter testified in a Paris court that sexist cyberbullying and conspiracy theories about her mother's gender and sexuality have negatively impacted her health and family life, amid ongoing legal proceedings against individuals spreading unsubstantiated claims.

via BBC|

#brigitte-macron #conspiracy-theories #court-trial

court-trial4 months ago•10 min saved

Day 6: Sean Grayson's Trial Continues as Jury Deliberates Self-Defense in Sonya Massey Case

Sean Grayson is on trial for the July 2024 murder of Sonya Massey, with live courtroom updates covering witness testimonies, expert analyses on use-of-force, and Grayson's own testimony about the incident.

via WICS|

#court-trial #courtroom #sean-grayson

world4 months ago•6 min saved

Gisèle Pelicot Confronts Rape Case in Court Amidst Denials and Testimonies

Gisèle Pelicot, a victim of serial rape and public advocate for justice, returned to court in France to confront her assailant Husamettin Dogan, who is appealing his conviction. The case involves graphic evidence of her assault, and Pelicot publicly denounced the denial of her attacker, emphasizing her ongoing fight for justice and awareness about sexual violence.

via The New York Times|

#court-trial #france #gisele-pelicot

world5 months ago•0 min saved

Man Guilty of Trump Assassination Attempt Attempts Self-Harm in Court

A Florida man, Ryan Wesley Routh, was found guilty of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump on his golf course, and other related charges, after representing himself in a two-week trial. During the court proceedings, he attempted to stab himself.

via The Washington Post|

#court-trial #firearm-possession #ryan-wesley-routh

business5 months ago•2 min saved

Amazon's Prime Cancellation Practices Under FTC Legal Scrutiny

Amazon is facing a four-week trial against the FTC in Seattle, accused of misleading customers into signing up for Prime and making cancellations difficult, potentially risking billions in penalties and refunds. The FTC alleges Amazon enrolled over 35 million people without consent and used arduous cancellation processes, while Amazon defends its practices as compliant and transparent.

via Yahoo Finance|

#amazon #business #consumer-protection

world5 months ago•4 min saved

Ryan Routh Convicted of Attempted Trump Assassination at Florida Golf Course

Ryan Routh was convicted of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump at a Florida golf course, tried to stab himself after the verdict, and had a history of violent and extremist behavior. He represented himself in court and was found guilty on multiple federal charges related to the attempted attack.

via PBS|

#court-trial #federal-charges #ryan-routh

entertainment6 months ago•9 min saved

Cardi B's Viral Courtroom Moments Spark Online Frenzy

Cardi B is currently in a court trial over a 2018 incident, which has turned into a viral spectacle due to her unfiltered personality and humorous courtroom moments. The case involves allegations of assault by a security guard, but lacks substantial evidence, and Cardi B's lively testimony has garnered widespread attention online. The trial also highlights racial undertones and questions about the case's merit, while serving as unexpected promotional content for her upcoming album.

via Slate|

#cardi-b #celebrity-lawsuit #court-trial

entertainment6 months ago•4 min saved

Cardi B's Court Testimony and Wigs Steal the Spotlight in Civil Trial

Cardi B's courtroom testimony in a legal case involving her former security guard has become an online spectacle, with fans and meme creators highlighting her candid and humorous responses, which may also serve to boost her upcoming album release.

via NBC News|

#cardi-b #celebrity-reactions #court-trial

world6 months ago•3 min saved

Australian Mushroom Poisoning Survivor Grieves Loss of Wife and Friends

In Australia, Erin Patterson faces life in prison for poisoning her guests with toxic mushrooms, resulting in the death of her parents, aunt, and her wife Heather, with survivor Pastor Ian Wilkinson expressing profound grief and a desire for justice during her sentencing trial.

via DW|

#australia #court-trial #erin-patterson

entertainment8 months ago•4 min saved

Johnny Depp Reflects on Trial, Betrayal, and Cultural Shifts

Johnny Depp reflects on his legal battle with Amber Heard, claiming he was a 'crash test dummy for #MeToo' and expressing no regrets about the trial, which he sees as a fight for truth amid Hollywood's boycott and social media backlash.

via Deadline|

#amber-heard #court-trial #entertainment