Penn & Teller file Supreme Court brief against 'investigative hypnosis'
Magicians Penn & Teller have submitted a brief to the United States Supreme Court challenging the use of "investigative hypnosis" as evidence in a Texas death penalty case.The brief questions the reliability and scientific validity of hypnosis-based testimony presented in the trial.This legal challenge highlights concerns about the admissibility of what some consider "junk science" in the judicial system.The case is significant as it involves the potential for wrongful conviction in a capital punishment context.The Supreme Court's consideration of this brief may influence future standards for forensic evidence in courts across the country.The involvement of high-profile figures such as Penn... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Apr 2026 20:32 LONDON
Lawyer John Eastman Disbarred for 2020 Election Efforts
The California Supreme Court has upheld the disbarment of lawyer John Eastman for his role in efforts to overturn the 2020 US presidential election results.The court confirmed that Eastman violated professional ethics rules in his conduct related to the election.This decision follows a lower court ruling that initially imposed the disbarment.The ruling marks a significant legal consequence for Eastman's actions during the post-election period.Eastman was involved in attempts to challenge and reverse the certified election outcome.The case highlights ongoing scrutiny of legal professionals' conduct in politically charged contexts.It remains unclear if Eastman will pursue further legal appeals or other responses... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Apr 2026 04:06 LONDON
Justice Sotomayor apologizes for personal criticism of Justice Kavanaugh
Justice Sonia Sotomayor has issued an apology for making highly personal criticisms of Justice Brett Kavanaugh during a recent public talk.The remarks were made last week at the University of Kansas School of Law.Sotomayor's comments focused on Kavanaugh's views in an immigration-related case discussed during the event.The apology comes after the criticism drew attention for its personal nature, which is unusual in the typically reserved interactions among Supreme Court justices.No further disciplinary or official responses have been reported following the apology.This incident is notable as it highlights tensions within the Supreme Court, particularly around sensitive topics such as immigration law.The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Apr 2026 23:36 LONDON
Australia Court rules Gina Rinehart's Hancock Prospecting must pay royalties to Wright Prospecting family
The Western Australian Supreme Court has ruled that Wright Prospecting is entitled to 50% of past and future royalties from the Hope Downs iron ore project.The decision was handed down on April 15, 2026, concluding a decade-long legal dispute.Justice Jennifer Smith found that Hancock Prospecting and Rio Tinto, joint operators of the Hope Downs mines, are jointly liable for royalty payments to Wright Prospecting.However, the court dismissed claims by Gina Rinehart's children and Wright descendants to ownership shares in the mines.The ruling means Wright Prospecting will receive potentially hundreds of millions of dollars in royalties from the lucrative Pilbara mining... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Apr 2026 04:36 LONDON
US Treasury Secretary Projects 3.5% Economic Growth in 2026
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced during a Wall Street Journal Opinion Live event in Washington that the fundamentals of the US economy remain strong. He projected that economic growth could reach or exceed 3.5 percent in 2026. Bessent further discussed trade policy, noting that US tariffs previously imposed on other countries may return to former levels by July. This adjustment follows a February Supreme Court decision which ruled that former President Donald Trump exceeded his authority under emergency law when imposing broad global tariffs. The Secretary's statements highlight anticipated economic performance for the year and signal potential changes in... [Continue Reading]
Breaking-360LiveNews | 15 Apr 2026 03:30 LONDON
Government to Publish Updated Single-Sex Space Guidance After May Elections
The government has announced plans to publish new guidance on single-sex spaces following the elections scheduled for 7 May.Equalities Minister Bridget Phillipson confirmed that the updated guidance will be laid before Parliament after the local elections in England and the national elections in Scotland and Wales.The updated draft guidance was submitted by the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) earlier this month.However, election rules currently prevent the government from making further announcements on the matter.The EHRC's Code of Practice, which advises organisations on applying equalities law, is being revised following a Supreme Court ruling.The ruling clarified that the definition of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Apr 2026 15:39 LONDON
US Court of International Trade hears case on President Trump's import tariffs following Supreme Court ruling
The scrutiny of US President Donald Trump’s import tariffs has intensified, as a three-judge panel of the US Court of International Trade recently began hearing a critical case aimed at overturning temporary tariffs implemented after a Supreme Court ruling invalidated his previous, more extensive tariffs. This moment marks a significant chapter in the ongoing legal battle over Trump’s controversial trade policies, which have profoundly affected international trade relations and domestic economics. The tariffs in question, set at 10 percent on global imports, went into effect on February 24. A coalition comprising 24 predominantly Democratic-led states and two small businesses is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Apr 2026 18:33 LONDON
Kimberley man ordered to remain in custody for life after Supreme Court ruling on mental impairment in foster brother's death
A Kimberley man, Ian Brooke, has been ordered to remain in custody for life after a Supreme Court ruling found him not guilty of murdering his foster brother due to mental impairment. The court's decision has sparked discussions about the adequacy of mental health facilities in Western Australia, as authorities have reported difficulties in providing appropriate care options for individuals with mental health issues. Brooke, who lived in a family home in Broome, was placed on a custody order as the court determined that he poses a continued risk. During a special Supreme Court hearing, it was revealed that limited... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Apr 2026 09:34 LONDON
