US weighing in on Lebanon's next central bank chief, sources say
Tornadoes, wildfires and blinding dust sweep across US as massive storm leaves at least 32 dead
Astronaut crew docks with space station to replace 'Butch and Suni'
Frustrating start for Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari at F1 Australian Grand Prix
China's Xi declines to EU invitation to anniversary summit, FT reports
Young scientists see career pathways vanish as schools adapt to federal funding cuts
McLaren's Lando Norris wins wet and wild Australian Grand Prix. Hamilton finishes 10th
St. Patrick's Day parade celebrates Boston heritage in America’s most Irish big city
Business|Finance
Rupert Murdoch’s real succession drama − why the future of his media empire could hinge on a legal effort in Nevada
Even the most careful trust planning is no substitute for family harmony.
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News|Political|US
This Supreme Court has redefined the meaning of corruption
Under Chief Justice John Roberts, the Supreme Court has made it much harder for federal prosecutors to go after corrupt state and local officials.
MidEast|News|World
Assassination is always unlawful − regardless of who is killed and on whose orders
The release of a Russian hit man and the assassination of Israel’s enemies in Lebanon and Iran have shone a spotlight on killings carried out on state orders.
Europe|Sports
Paris Games herald a new anti-corruption era, but carrying the torch may pose an Olympic challenge for the US
France’s distinctive anti-corruption legal framework made possible an Olympics free from major corruption scandals.
Environment|Opinion
US has its first national strategy to reduce plastic pollution − here are 3 strong points and a key issue to watch
Better measuring standards, more responsibility for producers and an end to single-use products are all positive steps. But the US has not yet endorsed a cap on plastic production.
Election|News|US
No, local election officials can’t block certification of results – there are plenty of legal safeguards
Concerns are mounting that some election officials might subvert the results of the 2024 presidential election by refusing to certify results. An election law expert says the law now prevents that.
Health|News|US
Crossing state lines to get an abortion is a new legal minefield, with courts to decide if there’s a right to travel
Iowa and Idaho have passed abortion trafficking laws that stop people from helping minors get abortions. These laws open the door for questions about the right to travel to get an abortion.
News|Opinion|US
Trump campaign violated rules in Arlington National Cemetery visit, cemetery legal expert explains
Cemeteries can set their own rules, and Arlington’s are the most restrictive in the nation, meant to protect what it calls ‘our nation’s most sacred shrine.’
Arts|Lifestyle
Creative life after death − or yes, you can control spinoffs from beyond the grave
Even after departing this world, artists have plenty of legal tools to protect their creative vision.
Crime|News|World
Pager attack on Hezbollah was a sophisticated ‘booby-trap’ operation − it was also illegal
International law clearly states that hiding explosives in objects that could be picked up by civilians is strictly prohbited.
Election|Health|Opinion|Political|US
Kamala Harris’ and Donald Trump’s records on abortion policy couldn’t be more different – here’s what actions they both have taken while in office
Ahead of the election, a reproductive health law scholar lays out the broad strokes of what both Harris and Trump have done regarding abortion policy while in office.
News|Opinion|Political
While Republicans are downplaying abortion ahead of November, Democrats are leaning in on the issue
While the Republican Party platform has typically included anti-abortion language, this year’s platform is curiously silent on the issue.
Opinion|Political|US
San Francisco is suing the EPA over how specific water pollution permits should be
One of the most liberal US cities is offering the Supreme Court a chance to further restrict federal regulatory power.
Election|Opinion|Political|US
Don’t panic reading ‘electoral process porn’: There are plenty of safeguards to make sure voters’ wishes are respected
Those depressing articles that say ‘This one secret, magic thing will overturn the election results and your vote won’t count’? An election law scholar calls them ‘electoral process porn.’
Economy|Environment|Science
Countries spend huge sums on fossil fuel subsidies – why they’re so hard to eliminate
Countries have promised to reduce their fossil fuel subsidies to fight climate change, but that’s harder to do than it sounds, as an energy law expert explains.
Business|Economy|Technology|US
Robo price-fixing: Why the Justice Department is suing a software company to stop landlords colluding on rents − a practice that costs renters billions
RealPage Inc. provides software that helps landlords keep rental prices high. The Justice Department called foul on the price-fixing practice.
Arts|Education|Political|Science|US
Noam Chomsky at 96: The linguist, educator, philosopher and public thinker has had a massive intellectual and moral influence
Noam Chomsky’s notion of the human instinct for freedom ties together his many intellectual pursuits, from educating creative, independent citizens to rejecting social and economic hierarchies.
Business|Food|US
What’s next for Albertsons after calling off its $25B grocery merger with Kroger: More lawsuits
Turning two big supermarket companies into one even larger one could have harmed consumers and workers, the government said during its successful litigation.
Economy|Election|Environment|Political|US
‘Administrative law’ sounds dry but likely will be key to success or failure of Trump’s plans for government reform
Changes in how government operates, and adjustments to rules and regulations, must go through an open democratic process whose steps and results can be challenged in the courts.
News|Opinion
How the US government can stop ‘churches’ from getting treated like real churches by the IRS
New developments, including the increasing diversity of faith communities and the advent of worship through streamed services, have rendered the IRS definition of a church outdated.
Business|Economy|Finance
Legal complications await if OpenAI tries to shake off control by the nonprofit that owns the rapidly growing tech company
When for-profit companies are spun out of nonprofits, there is no easy way out of the legal consequences.
Health|US
Cannabis legalization may hit a ‘red wall’ at the ballot box
Five states have marijuana on the ballot in some form this November. But the once-bipartisan legalization movement now faces an uphill battle in states dominated by Republicans.
Health|US
Ballot measures to legalize recreational use of cannabis fail in Florida, North Dakota and South Dakota
Two medical measures in Nebraska passed decisively but face legal challenges.
News|Technology|US
TikTok law threatening a ban if the app isn’t sold raises First Amendment concerns
The law forcing TikTok to be sold or banned is meant to protect Americans from Chinese government influence and privacy intrusions. But does it undermine a bedrock American principle?
News|Opinion|Technology
Biden's executive order puts civil rights in the middle of the AI regulation discussion
If safety is the heart of the Biden administration’s executive order on AI, then civil rights is its soul.
