#public-interest

#public-interest

Trump plans to declassify documents on key historical assassinations to promote government transparency.

Trump's executive order aims to release classified files on JFK's assassination, citing public interest and overdue transparency.

Donald Trump's remarks about Prince William's wife and father have drawn public interest amid limited updates from the royal family's press office.

The Independent prioritizes accessible journalism during critical times in US history and covers a range of pressing issues.

The Independent prioritizes reporting on critical social issues and accessibility of journalism.

X suspended journalist Ken Klippenstein for publishing unredacted personal information of Sen. J.D. Vance, citing policy violation.

Klippenstein contends the dossier is crucial for public interest, especially during election season.

The awards highlight the importance of public interest journalism and combating desensitization to violent crime through humanizing victims' stories.

Journalists are protected by the First Amendment to report on matters of public concern, even if the information was obtained through unauthorized means.

The Independent focuses on delivering accessible journalism amidst critical societal issues, underscoring its commitment to balanced reporting.

Havering Council continues to resist transparency regarding allegations of institutional racism and sexism despite legal rulings demanding disclosure.

Whistleblower Josie Stewart wins unfair dismissal case after revealing details of the UK's chaotic evacuation from Afghanistan.

A former UK civil servant won an unfair dismissal case for exposing the government's failures during the Afghanistan withdrawal.

Two major AI initiatives launched in Paris focused on sustainable and public-interest applications.

The Senate Judiciary's upcoming votes on PERA and PREVAIL threaten to worsen the patent system and harm innovation.

The cause of Richard Parram's death remains ambiguous despite indications of self-inflicted injuries, prompting an inquest to investigate further.

Raymond O'Connor died of acute cocaine toxicity, prompting a coroner's investigation due to the circumstances surrounding his death.

The report on emergency department wait-times will be published by Monday, addressing public interest and accountability issues.

The Atlantic encourages public tips about corruption and accountability.

Amazon sellers are quickly capitalizing on the public's fascination with mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey.

New reports indicate an ongoing mystery surrounding drone sightings, particularly in New Jersey.

Mysterious drone sightings over New Jersey and NYC have raised public curiosity, but officials assert there is no current safety threat.

A campaign, Free Our Feeds, aims to establish a decentralized social media ecosystem independent of corporate control.

The Free Our Feeds campaign seeks to create an independent social media ecosystem free from billionaire control.

Social media opportunism can rapidly exploit real-life tragedies for engagement and clout.

Prince Harry addressed rumors of divorce from Meghan Markle, indicating that media speculation is exaggerated and inaccurate.

The royal family has no interest in Meghan Markle's business ventures, viewing her as a closed chapter.

Conor McGregor was found liable for assault in a civil case, resulting in €250,000 damages.

Mr. Adams is suing the BBC for defamation over alleged involvement in Denis Donaldson's killing, scheduled for court in April 2025.

Mysterious aerial sightings along the East Coast have attracted government attention and substantive eyewitness accounts.

Montana tops UFO sightings with 50% resident encounters.

Delaware has high belief but no reported sightings.

Massachusetts leads in UFO-related online searches.

South Dakota, Arkansas, and Louisiana show low interest in UFOs.

Google's 2024 trending searches reflect a shift in public curiosity, emphasizing rising interests over perennial favorites.

Ad tech can transform from a profit-driven model to a nonprofit system that emphasizes transparency and benefits the market.

Rebel Wilson will appeal a California court decision allowing producers to sue her for defamation regarding her comments on a private business dispute.

Mr. Burke refutes responsibility for reputation damage amid legal battle over defamation from publishers.

The Illinois Supreme Court has overturned Jussie Smollett's conviction, citing significant legal concerns regarding the involvement of a special prosecutor after initial charges were dropped.

Jussie Smollett's conviction was overturned, but evidence of his orchestration of a fake hate crime remains intact.

A federal officer is charged with the murders of his wife and another man amid an affair with their au pair, drawing widespread media attention.

The true crime drama "Monsters" could ultimately support the Menendez brothers by renewing public interest in their case.

The case against Jordan McSweeney for aiding in misconduct was dropped following Hayley Jones' guilty plea for her inappropriate relationship with him.

Possibility of the Menendez brothers being resentenced opens the door for potential release after decades of imprisonment.

The Supreme Judicial Court is reviewing whether to disclose the identities of 28 men accused of buying sex from a brothel ring in Boston.

The Supreme Judicial Court ruled to make court hearings open to the public in a high-profile brothel case due to concerns about favoritism.

Karen Read's wrongful death lawsuit deposition is postponed until after her criminal trial begins in January.

The Ontario Court of Appeal denied Jacob Hoggard's bail request while he appeals his sexual assault conviction.

Justice Copeland noted the strong public interest in upholding Hoggard's sentence.

A lawyer facing sex crime charges is representing a client accused of similar crimes, raising ethical concerns but posing no legal restrictions on his practice.

The GMC refused to investigate historical allegations of malpractice at Harrods, citing time constraints and lack of public interest.

Jack Smith seeks to publicly disclose evidence from the Trump election interference investigation for transparency while protecting lesser-known witnesses.

Klippenstein prioritizes public interest by publishing Trump's campaign opposition research despite media abstention.

Randy Mastro's nomination as city corporation counsel is highly contested due to a lack of support and concerns over his past legal work.

Randy Mastro's qualifications are questioned due to his history of prioritizing powerful clients over public interest.

People find it challenging to engage with dense, complex legal cases like the Trump trial due to their impenetrability and lack of immediate relevance or understanding.

Public interest in falsifying business records cases has surged recently, with people lining up at courthouses to witness the proceedings.

The trial of Karen Read, accused of killing a Boston police officer, captivates the public due to a mix of unusual circumstances and conspiracy theories.

Intense public interest in former President Trump's trial impacts jury selection process.