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reproductive-rights
Electronic Frontier Foundation
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Two Years Post-Roe: A Better Understanding of Digital Threats

The decision to overturn Roe v. Wade in 2022 led to increased digital surveillance on individuals seeking reproductive care and posed new threats to privacy. [ more ]
time.com
1 month ago
Law

What to Know About the Arizona Supreme Court Abortion Ban Ruling

Arizona Supreme Court upholds 160-year-old abortion ban, limiting abortions to life-saving scenarios
Decision reverses previous allowance of abortions up to 15 weeks, risking health and lives of Arizonans [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Law

Arizona Reinstated a 160-Year-Old Abortion Ban

Arizona's highest court ruled to enforce a 1864 abortion ban law
The law prohibits abortion from conception with exceptions only to save the mother's life. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
1 month ago
Law

Arizona's Zombie Abortion Ban Is Back. It's Every State's Future If Trump Wins.

Arizona's 1864 abortion ban, long considered unenforceable, has been revived, making all abortions a felony without exceptions.
The conservative majority in the Arizona Supreme Court resurrected the outdated abortion ban, signaling a concerning trend for reproductive rights nationally. [ more ]
morereproductive-rights
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Law

Arizona Reinstates 160-Year-Old Abortion Ban

Arizona's highest court upholds an 1864 law banning nearly all abortions due to the overturn of Roe v. Wade.
The 1864 law in Arizona outlaws abortion from conception with no exceptions for rape or incest, potentially leading to fines and prison time for doctors. [ more ]
New York City
www.nytimes.com
3 days ago
New York City

Stormy Daniels Delivers Intense Testimony in Trump's Trial: 5 Takeaways

Ms. Daniels testimony on hush-money cover-up in trial against Donald J. Trump. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 day ago
New York City

In Sex Crimes Cases, New York Weighs Allowing Evidence of Prior Bad Acts

The court ruling on Harvey Weinstein's case highlighted the need for legislative changes to permit prosecutors to present evidence of prior bad acts in sex crimes cases. [ more ]
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ABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago
Europe news

American soldier arrested in Russia, accused of stealing, US officials say

An American soldier, Staff Sgt. Gordon Black, has been arrested in Russia, accused of criminal misconduct. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 days ago
Law

The Gag Order Pt. 10

Trump's trial shenanigans continue, potential violation of gag order, Columbia students' exam concerns, conservative judges' boycott, Drake and Kendrick's feud legal implications [ more ]
Above the Law
1 week ago
Law

Morning Docket: 05.03.24

Free speech and legal implications intersect in various controversial cases. [ more ]
Harvard Gazette
3 weeks ago
Law

Environmental law expert voices warning over Supreme Court - Harvard Gazette

Conservative majority in the U.S. Supreme Court poses a threat to environmental law and protections developed over the past 50 years. [ more ]
Intelligencer
1 month ago
Law

Kari Lake Pretends Not to Know Abortion Law She Very Specifically Endorsed

Arizona reinstated a draconian 1864 abortion law after the state's Supreme Court ruling, causing turmoil among Republicans.
Arizona's conservative-majority Supreme Court, influenced by new Republican appointments, overturned Roe v. Wade's nullification, shifting abortion legality. [ more ]
www.esquire.com
1 month ago
Law

Snyder V. United States Could Legalize Bribery for Public Officials

Supreme Court case on public corruption
Nuance in bribery statute [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
6 days ago
Bicycling

Speeding cyclist avoids conviction after crash that killed pensioner, 81, in Regent's Park

Credit Suisse banker involved in fatal collision while cycling above speed limit in Regent's Park. [ more ]
time.com
4 days ago
Business

A U.S. Company Is Fined $650,000 for Illegally Hiring Children to Clean Meat Processing Plants

A Tennessee-based sanitation company agreed to pay over $500,000 for illegally hiring children to clean hazardous meat processing facilities in Iowa and Virginia. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
3 days ago
LGBT

Mississippi GOP passes bill to let cis people sue trans folks for using the bathroom

Mississippi passed bill allowing cisgender individuals to sue trans people using preferred bathrooms, impacting college facilities and housing. [ more ]
Washington Post
22 hours ago
US news

Every time Trump has broken the gag order in his New York trial

Merchan issues gag order to Trump, expands to cover family, amidst social media attacks on trial participants. [ more ]
Queerty
3 days ago
US Elections

Jesse Watters can't stop fantasizing about Trump's hot "prison body"

Jesse Watters obsesses over Donald Trump's potential 'prison body,' sparking controversy and criticism. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
US Elections

After the 2016 Election, Porn Star's Lawyer Lamented a Hush-Money Deal

The lawyer negotiating hush-money deals for women related to Trump expressed dismay on election night in 2016, concerned the payments may have affected the election. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US Elections

Arizona Charges Giuliani and Other Trump Allies in Election Interference Case

Several key figures who advised Donald J. Trump during the 2020 election were indicted in Arizona, including Rudy Giuliani and Mark Meadows. [ more ]
ReadWrite
1 week ago
Media industry

Elon Musk outlines vision for AI-driven news synthesis on X

Elon Musk plans to use AI to enhance news dissemination on X, combining real-time news and social media reactions for a unique user experience. [ more ]
www.kilburntimes.co.uk
1 week ago
London

'New block of flats will leave us in darkness'

The proposed construction of a new building in Wembley is facing opposition from nearby residents who are concerned about loss of sunlight and privacy issues. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Five activists arrested after red paint sprayed on Ministry of Defence headquarters

Activists sprayed red paint on Ministry of Defence's London headquarters in a pro-Palestine protest.
Youth Demand and Palestine Action collaborated to demand arms embargo on Israel and end of fossil fuel licensing in the UK. [ more ]
www.bbc.com
1 week ago
Chelsea

Fifa transfer rules may breach EU regulations, says adviser

Fifa's player transfer rules may breach EU regulations by hindering player contracts and club competition. [ more ]
RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 week ago
JavaScript

Fugitive Businessman Extradited To Montenegro From Great Britain

Sharing, liking, or contacting certain content in Russia or Russia-controlled parts of Ukraine could lead to fines or imprisonment. [ more ]
RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 week ago
JavaScript

7 Killed In Attack On Afghan Mosque

Sharing, liking, or saving content from certain sources in Russia or Russia-controlled parts of Ukraine can lead to fines or imprisonment. [ more ]
RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 week ago
JavaScript

Former Kazakh Interior Minister Detained Over Deadly 2022 Unrest

Beware of legal consequences for interacting with certain content in Russia or Russia-controlled parts of Ukraine. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
JavaScript

Judd or Dud: Can You Tell the Difference?

Using replicas of expensive designer furniture can have legal implications due to trademark infringement. [ more ]
SFGATE
1 week ago
JavaScript

Can a Spouse Gamble Away Your Home-or Sell It Without Your Permission?

Gambling can lead to severe consequences like financial desperation, with potential impacts on marital assets like homes. [ more ]
RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 week ago
JavaScript

U.S. Senators Warn Tbilisi 'Foreign Agents' Law Could Disrupt Relations

Caution for individuals in Russia or Russia-controlled parts of Ukraine with a Russian passport or stateless status regarding online activities related to specific content. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
1 week ago
Marketing

Is the US really going to ban TikTok?

TikTok faces a choice to sell or shut down in the U.S., sparking legal and user implications. [ more ]
www.baltimoresun.com
2 weeks ago
Education

Baltimore athletic director used AI to fake racist recording of principal, police say

An athletic director in Maryland was arrested for creating a fake racist audio clip of the school principal using AI technology. [ more ]
RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
2 weeks ago
JavaScript

Briton Charged Over Alleged Russian-Linked Arson Attack

Be cautious of sharing, liking, or interacting with certain content in Russia and Russia-controlled parts of Ukraine. [ more ]
RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
2 weeks ago
JavaScript

Ex-Deputy Chief Of Kyrgyz Anti-Monopoly Service Detained

Sharing, liking, or saving content related to a certain party in Russia-controlled regions could lead to fines or imprisonment. [ more ]
RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
2 weeks ago
JavaScript

Siberian Teens Get Prison Terms Over Anti-War Graffiti

Be cautious about interacting with certain online content in Russia or Russia-controlled parts of Ukraine if holding a Russian passport or being a stateless person. [ more ]
The Verge
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Gym teacher accused of using AI voice clone to try to get a high school principal fired

Using AI voice cloning technology can have serious consequences, as seen in a case where a former athletic director framed a school principal with fake audio recordings. [ more ]
ReadWrite
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Netflix accused of using AI-altered images in true crime documentary

Netflix used AI-generated images in a documentary, potentially portraying a murder suspect inaccurately, highlighting concerns about ethical implications. [ more ]
Theregister
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Stanford report on AI finds booming industry at a crossroads

The AI Index Report emphasizes the importance of transparency around data collection practices, especially in large language models (LLMs). [ more ]
PYMNTS.com
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

OpenAI and Microsoft Sued by Authors Over AI Training, Again

Authors accusing OpenAI and Microsoft of copyright infringement for using their works in AI training.
Legal battle highlights the growing trend of authors suing tech companies for alleged misuse of their works in AI programs. [ more ]
Theregister
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Compliance with EU AI law will satisfy UK guidance

Most organizations will use the EU AI Act to comply with both UK and EU AI governance regimes.
The EU's AI Act has an extensive scope, impacting companies with users, outputs, or market presence in the EU. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
California

Why an Oregon Case Before the Supreme Court Matters So Much to California

The Supreme Court case City of Grants Pass v. Johnson is examining whether fining homeless individuals for sleeping outside when shelter is lacking is cruel and unusual punishment. [ more ]
The Verge
1 month ago
Data science

Algorithms can aid price collusion, even if no humans actually talk to each other, US enforcers say

Algorithms can be used for illegal price-fixing without direct human communication.
The DOJ and FTC emphasize the importance of addressing algorithmic price-fixing cases. [ more ]
Dodgers Nation
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani's Interpreter Now Being Criminally Investigated, Per Report

IRS investigating former interpreter for Shohei Ohtani
Legal implications of fund transfer to illegal bookmaker [ more ]
Dodgers Nation
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani Didn't Question Interpreter's Gambling Habit Until Wednesday, Report Says

Ohtani was unaware of his connection to Mizuhara's gambling debt until a meeting after a game in South Korea.
Ohtani's handlers relied solely on Mizuhara initially, leading to changing storylines and confusion. [ more ]
Ars Technica
2 months ago
OMG science

Frozen embryos are "children," according to Alabama's Supreme Court

Frozen embryos ruled as 'children' by Alabama Supreme Court, raising legal implications.
Chief Justice cited religious beliefs and biblical support for the ruling on frozen embryos. [ more ]
time.com
2 months ago
US politics

Alabama Supreme Court Rules Frozen Embryos Are Children' Under State Law

The Alabama Supreme Court ruled frozen embryos are considered children under state law.
The decision could potentially impact fertility treatments in the future. [ more ]
The New Yorker
2 years ago
Women

The Devastating Economic Impacts of an Abortion Ban

The leaked draft opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization threatens to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Chief Justice John Roberts showed disregard for data and broader implications during oral arguments. [ more ]
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