Judicial Ruling

World

Panama's Top Court Strikes Down CK Hutchison Port Deals, Casting Uncertainty Over Canal Terminals

Panama's Supreme Court has nullified long-held port contracts operated by a CK Hutchison subsidiary, declaring them unconstitutional. The landmark ruling throws the future of key container terminals at both ends of the Panama Canal into doubt and reverberates amid broader geopolitical tensions over global trade chokepoints.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Costa Rica Elects Laura Fernandez in First-Round Presidential Victory, Securing Continuity

Political scientist Laura Fernandez Delgado has won Costa Rica's presidency outright in the first round, becoming the nation's second female leader and pledging to deepen the economic policies of the outgoing administration amid challenges of crime and a divided legislature.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Bangladesh Court Convicts Exiled Former PM Hasina, British MP Niece in Land Grab Case

A Dhaka court sentences former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to 10 years and her niece, UK Labour MP Tulip Siddiq, to 4 years on corruption charges, amid a political crackdown ahead of February elections.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Federal Judge Orders Release of Father and 5-Year-Old Son Detained in ICE Raid, Rebukes Administration

A U.S. federal judge has ordered the release of an Ecuadorian asylum-seeking father and his young son, detained in a Minnesota ICE operation, delivering a scathing critique of the administration's immigration enforcement tactics.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Former Chinese Justice Minister Tang Yijun Receives Life Sentence for Bribery

A Beijing court has sentenced ex-Justice Minister Tang Yijun to life imprisonment on bribery charges, state media reported Monday, marking one of the highest-profile convictions in China's ongoing anti-corruption campaign.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Costa Rica Elects Laura Fernandez, Vowing Constitutional Overhaul and Crime Crackdown

Laura Fernandez, a close ally of outgoing populist President Rodrigo Chaves, has been elected Costa Rica's next leader. She pledges to continue his transformative agenda, including constitutional reforms and emergency measures to combat drug violence, signaling a profound shift for the nation.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Thailand's Election: A Three-Way Battle for the Future

As Thailand heads to the polls, three major parties offer starkly different visions for the nation's path forward, from populist subsidies to structural reforms, setting the stage for a pivotal political contest.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Judge Orders Release of Five-Year-Old Detained by ICE, Condemns 'Cruel' Pursuit of Deportation Quotas

A five-year-old boy and his father have been released from immigration detention after a federal judge sharply criticized ICE's tactics, accusing the agency of a 'perfidious lust for unbridled power' in a case that has ignited national outrage.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Minnesota Boy, 5, Returns Home After ICE Detention Sparks Legal and Political Firestorm

A five-year-old boy and his father are back in Minnesota following their release from a Texas immigration detention facility, a case a federal judge called the result of an 'ill-conceived' pursuit of deportation quotas that traumatizes children.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Secrecy vs. Scrutiny: Legal Battle Erupts Over Sealed Filings in Charlie Kirk Assassination Case

Prosecutors and a media coalition are challenging the defense's push to seal court documents in the high-profile case against accused assassin Tyler Robinson, igniting a fierce debate over public access and a fair trial.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Minnesota Preschooler and Father Released from Texas Detention, Return Home Amid Legal and Public Outcry

A five-year-old boy and his father are back in Minneapolis after a federal judge ordered their release from a Texas family detention center, a case that has ignited fierce debate over immigration enforcement tactics and the treatment of migrant children.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Judge Sides with OpenAI, Casts Doubt on Musk's xAI Trade Secrets Lawsuit

A federal judge has indicated she is likely to dismiss Elon Musk's xAI lawsuit accusing OpenAI of stealing trade secrets, dealing a significant blow to the tech billionaire's legal offensive against his former AI venture.

Jan 31, 2026

World

Tunisia Extends State of Emergency Through End of 2024, Citing Persistent Security Concerns

Tunisian President Kais Saied has prolonged the nation's state of emergency for an additional 11 months, maintaining exceptional powers first enacted in 2015 following a deadly attack on presidential guards.

Jan 30, 2026

World

Federal Judge Halts Plan to End Deportation Protections for Thousands of Ethiopians in U.S.

A Boston federal judge has temporarily blocked the Biden administration's move to terminate Temporary Protected Status for over 5,000 Ethiopians, granting more time for a legal challenge against the decision.

Jan 30, 2026

US

After Release from ICE Custody, Father Details Son's Illness and Detention Ordeal

Following a federal judge's order for their release, a father recounts the two-week detention of his five-year-old son by ICE, alleging inadequate medical care and harsh conditions, as the case ignites debate over immigration enforcement practices.

Feb 2, 2026

Analysis: Trump Tariffs Add to Consumer Costs, Slowing Inflation's Decline

A new economic report finds that while inflation has cooled, recent tariff policies have kept prices higher than they otherwise would be, as the Supreme Court weighs the legality of the measures.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Coeur Mining Clears Final Hurdle for New Gold Acquisition, Eyes North American Expansion

The Supreme Court of British Columbia has granted final approval for Coeur Mining's acquisition of New Gold, moving the deal into its final regulatory phase. The transaction, poised to significantly expand Coeur's precious metals footprint, advances as the miner's stock shows considerable strength over the past year.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Search Intensifies for Missing Mother of NBC's Savannah Guthrie in Arizona

Authorities in Arizona are conducting an urgent search for Nancy Guthrie, 84, the mother of 'Today' show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, who vanished from her home near Tucson. The family and sheriff's office emphasize her need for daily medication and say her disappearance is out of character.

Feb 2, 2026

US

Florida Jury Spares Life of 76-Year-Old Convicted in 1998 Kidnap-Murder of 5-Year-Old Girl

Harrel Braddy, convicted of kidnapping a mother and daughter from their home and leaving the child to die in the Everglades, has been sentenced to life in prison after a jury declined to reinstate the death penalty.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

France Slaps Uber with $2 Billion Tax Bill in Landmark Gig Economy Clash

French authorities have demanded 1.7 billion euros from Uber for unpaid payroll taxes, alleging the ride-hailing giant misclassified drivers as independent contractors to avoid employer obligations, a report reveals.

Feb 2, 2026