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Unsealed court documents reveal Taylor Swift texting Blake Lively during Lively’s dispute with director Justin Baldoni, with Swift offering honest, supportive feedback that underscores their long friendship and Swift’s candid communication style.
The case against Nick Reiner, accused of murdering his parents, is complicated by his mental health history, with potential defenses including insanity or diminished capacity, and past cases showing similar legal outcomes based on mental health issues.
President Trump announced the withdrawal of the National Guard from Los Angeles following a Supreme Court ruling that limited his authority to deploy troops domestically, with California officials claiming victory in court and criticizing the deployment as unlawful and politically motivated. The legal dispute highlights ongoing tensions over federal and state control of military forces in U.S. cities.
Emel McDowell served over 19 years in prison for a murder he didn't commit, based on a letter from the actual gunman that was ignored during his trial. After a long legal fight and eventual exoneration in 2023, he received a settlement and is now pursuing justice for wrongful imprisonment and forced labor, while aiming to rebuild his life and advocate for others.
Emel McDowell served 19 years in prison for a murder he didn't commit, based on a letter from the actual gunman that was ignored. His conviction was finally vacated in 2023 after the gunman's confession, leading to a wrongful conviction settlement, but he continues to fight for justice and recognition, reflecting on lost opportunities and ongoing struggles faced by exonerees.
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's attempt to revoke whistleblower attorney Mark Zaid's security clearance, citing violations of due process and First Amendment rights, in a case highlighting broader political retribution efforts against government critics.
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from revoking the security clearance of attorney Mark Zaid, who was targeted as part of a broader effort to punish political adversaries, citing improper political retribution and protecting legal representation for sensitive cases.
Former Georgia player Damon Wilson II has sued the university over an NIL agreement and transfer-related issues, marking a landmark legal case in the evolving landscape of NIL rights and player-school disputes, with implications for future athlete contracts and transfer rights.
Nintendo has won a 15-year legal battle against Nacon over patent infringement related to Wii Remote controllers, with the court reaffirming damages of nearly €7 million, although Nacon has filed another appeal. The case highlights Nintendo's strong legal stance against IP infringement, including recent successes in pursuing piracy-related cases.
A federal appeals court in Washington, D.C. has allowed over 2,000 National Guard troops to remain in the city while it reviews the legality of President Trump's deployment, which could last until at least February 2026. The ruling also questions the constitutionality of deploying out-of-state National Guard troops to other states without their governors' consent, highlighting ongoing legal disputes over military deployments in Democratic-led cities. Meanwhile, troops in Los Angeles have been withdrawn following a court order.
Companies are suing to secure refunds of billions paid in tariffs imposed under President Trump's administration, amid ongoing legal battles and potential Supreme Court rulings that could overturn these tariffs, creating chaos in refund processes and economic uncertainty.
A college freshman, Lucia Lopez Belloza, was deported from the US to Honduras despite a court order preventing her removal, raising concerns about due process and legal violations in her case.
The Supreme Court extended a temporary order allowing the Trump administration to withhold full SNAP payments during the government shutdown, affecting 42 million Americans, as lawmakers consider a bill to reopen the government.
The Supreme Court extended a temporary order allowing the Trump administration to withhold full SNAP benefits in November amid ongoing legal disputes and a government shutdown, with the decision likely to be moot if the shutdown ends soon. The case highlights the impact of the shutdown on millions of Americans relying on food assistance, with courts involved in determining whether full benefits should be provided during this period.
Rockstar fired dozens of GTA 6 developers amid unionization efforts and allegations of misconduct, leading to protests and potential legal action as the workers seek reinstatement and aim to complete their work on the game, highlighting tensions between labor rights and corporate practices.