The BBC is considering issuing a formal apology to Donald Trump to resolve a billion-dollar legal threat over its editing of a speech, amid debates on defending its journalism and the potential political implications of the case.
The BBC held an unexpected board meeting amid a legal threat from President Trump over a documentary editing error, with Trump demanding a retraction and warning of a $1 billion lawsuit, raising concerns about the broadcaster's response to the potential legal challenge.
Canada has threatened legal action against Stellantis after the automaker announced a $13 billion US investment, which includes moving Jeep Compass production from Canada to Illinois, citing breach of prior commitments to maintain Canadian operations. Stellantis emphasizes its ongoing investment plans in Canada and is working with the government to address concerns.
Daniel Snyder is reportedly upset with the current cut of a film he backed, "The Apprentice," which has also drawn legal threats from Donald Trump's lawyers. The film, which premiered at Cannes, includes a controversial scene involving Trump and his ex-wife Ivana, who recanted the allegation in 2015. This legal dispute may generate more interest in the film, potentially benefiting Snyder's investment.
Taylor Swift's legal team has threatened legal action against a college student for tracking her private jet's flight information, raising questions about the legality and morality of such tracking. A legal expert suggests that while Swift may have moral and public policy grounds for objection, it's unclear if there's a successful legal cause of action. The expert also discusses the potential implications for privacy laws and the FAA's role in regulating public access to flight data.
Caitlyn Jenner was reportedly removed from her son Brandon Jenner's new reality show, "At Home With The Jenners," after being included without her consent, raising concerns about a potential conflict with her job at Fox News. Her attorneys threatened legal action, resulting in her removal from both future and past episodes. Caitlyn, a paid commentator at Fox News, is in the midst of contract negotiations and hopes to continue working with the network. She has been a polarizing figure in the LGBTQ community due to her conservative views and has faced criticism from former friends for her beliefs.
Bill Ackman has escalated his feud with Business Insider over plagiarism allegations by threatening legal action. The billionaire investor accused Business Insider of lifting content from his letters to shareholders without proper attribution, and has demanded a retraction and apology. Ackman's lawyers have sent a letter to Business Insider's parent company, Insider Inc., warning of potential legal action if the matter is not resolved. This dispute highlights the ongoing challenges around intellectual property and attribution in the digital media landscape.
The real-life 'Florida Joker' has threatened Rockstar Games with legal action after claiming that he was parodied in the Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer. The 'Florida Joker', Lawrence Sullivan, demanded millions of dollars for the alleged use of his likeness and gave Rockstar a three-day ultimatum to respond. However, actor Roger Clark, known for his role in Red Dead Redemption 2, suggested that the 'Florida Joker' should capitalize on his newfound fame instead. It remains uncertain if the 'Florida Joker' will be parodied in the actual game, which is set to release in 2025.
Coinbase has initiated a court battle with the SEC, which could potentially last for years. However, investors should also be concerned about another impending legal threat that could reach a resolution in a matter of weeks.