All articles tagged with #london court
Originally Published 3 months ago — by ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
A London court dismissed a terror-related charge against Kneecap member Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh for waving a Hezbollah flag at a concert, citing a procedural error, amid ongoing political controversy surrounding the band’s support for Palestinian causes.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by NBC News
A London court dismissed a terror-related charge against Irish rapper Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh of Kneecap due to a procedural error, amid controversy over the band's political statements supporting Palestine and criticism of alleged glorification of militant groups.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Al Jazeera
A Banksy mural depicting a judge hitting a protester was removed from a London court wall shortly after its unveiling, likely in response to the UK government's crackdown on Palestine Action protests, highlighting tensions over pro-Palestinian activism and government restrictions.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by AP News
A Banksy mural depicting a judge beating a protester was painted on a London courthouse but was quickly removed by court authorities to preserve the building's historical integrity, amid investigations into possible criminal damage. The artwork, which subtly commented on government policies and protests, was authenticated by Banksy's social media but faced removal due to its controversial nature.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by HuffPost
Banksy's new mural outside London's Royal Courts of Justice, depicting a judge beating a protester, was quickly covered and scheduled for removal due to the building's historic status. The artwork is interpreted as a critique of government suppression of civil liberties, particularly relating to the ban on Palestine Action, and continues Banksy's tradition of politically charged street art.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Guardian
Chris Brown pleaded not guilty to charges of attempting grievous bodily harm and other assault-related charges stemming from an incident at a London nightclub, with a trial scheduled for October 2026, while he continues his UK tour.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by ABC News
Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty in a London court to multiple charges of rape and sexual assault involving four women, with alleged incidents dating back over 25 years, and his trial is scheduled for June 2026.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by CNN
British comedian and actor Russell Brand pleaded not guilty to multiple rape and sexual assault charges related to incidents between 1999 and 2005, with a trial scheduled for June 2026 in London.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The New York Times
Russell Brand pleaded not guilty to multiple charges of rape and sexual assault in a London court, with a trial scheduled for June 2026, amid a backlog in the British judicial system.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Variety
Russell Brand has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges of rape and sexual assault in London, with a trial scheduled for June 2026. The allegations, involving four women between 1999 and 2005, led to his arrest and court appearance, where he denied all accusations. The case stems from investigations following media exposés and allegations made by several women, with Brand maintaining his innocence publicly.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Former Goldman Sachs analyst Mohammed Zina has been found guilty of insider trading and fraud in a London court, using confidential information obtained through his job to make profitable stock purchases. Despite attempting to talk his way out of arrest and seeking leniency due to his upbringing, Zina faces a maximum of 10 years imprisonment. The conviction sends a clear message about the seriousness of economic crime, and this is the latest insider trading scandal involving Goldman Sachs.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Australian computer scientist Craig Wright is testifying in a London court, claiming to be the mysterious creator of bitcoin, known as Satoshi Nakamoto. A nonprofit group is challenging his assertion, alleging that his claim is based on forgery and false narratives. The trial will determine not only the bragging rights to the creation but also the control of intellectual property rights. Wright's claim has led to litigation against developers, and the ruling will impact pending lawsuits. Despite skepticism in the cryptocurrency community, Wright has won court cases and testified to owning a significant amount of bitcoin. The trial is ongoing, with intense scrutiny over the authenticity of documents supporting Wright's claims.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CoinGeek
The COPA v Wright trial began with opening arguments in a London court, where COPA seeks to prove that Dr. Craig Wright is not Satoshi Nakamoto, the inventor of Bitcoin. Both sides presented their cases, with COPA alleging forgery and Dr. Wright asserting his identity. Dr. Wright secured an early victory by gaining permission to introduce additional documents supporting his case, including an early draft of the Bitcoin white paper. The trial will continue on February 6.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO Europe
A London court has dismissed Donald Trump's lawsuit against Christopher Steele, the former British spy behind the infamous dossier alleging ties between Trump and Russia. The lawsuit was filed in 2020, with Trump claiming that Steele had defamed him in the dossier. However, the court ruled that it did not have jurisdiction over the case, leading to its dismissal.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
Kevin Spacey's trial on sexual assault charges has begun in a London court, where he pleaded not guilty to 12 charges related to incidents involving four men between 2001 and 2013. The trial, expected to last four weeks, was delayed until Friday due to Spacey's defense attorney wrapping up another case. Spacey, whose career came to a halt in 2017 after allegations of sexual misconduct, hopes a not-guilty verdict will revive his Hollywood career.