A US court has scheduled June 1, 2027, as the trial date for Venezuela's ousted president, Nicolás Maduro, and his wife, on drug trafficking charges. The trial will take place in New York.
The first human volunteer in a UK trial has received an experimental vaccine designed to combat the Bundibugyo variant of the Ebola virus. This marks a significant step in the development of a new Ebola cure.
A South African court has temporarily paused the impeachment process against President Cyril Ramaphosa, stemming from a scandal involving $580,000. This decision provides a reprieve for Ramaphosa, at least for now, from the parliamentary inquiry.
Former Kenyan governor Okoth Obado and two co-accused have been convicted of the 2018 murder of Sharon Otieno, a pregnant university student. The verdict follows a high-profile trial that drew significant public attention.
Students have filed a petition with the Supreme Court to stop the cutting of trees in Manila for the SALEX project. This action follows the rejection of their previous bid by a regional trial court.
Alex Murdaugh, currently awaiting a new murder trial, has been identified as one of South Carolina's most significant tax deadbeats. He owes a substantial amount in unpaid taxes to the state.
The murder trial of D4vd has begun, with prosecutors arguing he had a financial motivation to kill Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Gruesome images were shown in court, describing the victim as "unrecognisable."
The Vatican has denied that a decision has been made in the abuse trial against artist priest Marko Rupnik, who allegedly coerced nuns into sexual acts. The Holy See stated it is still studying the documents related to the case.
Students attending an impeachment court session noted the tangible experience of democracy, contrasting it with online information. One student remarked, 'Everything can be manipulated on the internet. But when you're there physically, you can feel everything, you can see everything. You can judge [on] your own.'
Two beaches in Galway, Silverstrand and Ballyloughane, will begin trialing wheelchair-accessible mats from next week, with Silverstrand starting on July 28 and Ballyloughane in early August.
The first individual has received a vaccination as part of a trial for a new Ebola jab, marking a significant step in the development of a potential new treatment.
The trial concerning alleged irregularities in Cyprus's citizenship-by-investment scheme, known as the 'golden passport' case, is scheduled to begin in September, with the prosecution having provided all requested information to the defense.
Pharmaceutical companies AbbVie and Genmab have announced a setback in a late-stage clinical trial for their lymphoma therapy. This development could impact the future availability and development of the treatment.
A fact check confirms there is no warrant or report of an arrest for NBI agent John Mark Calilung after he testified as the first witness in the Vice President's impeachment trial.
Irish politicians are urging Dublin to send observers to a high-security trial in Ulm, Germany, expressing concern over the treatment of pro-Palestinian activist Daniel Tatlow-Devally in jail.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the trial of four individuals accused of land grabbing until October 26, as the EFCC presented witnesses and evidence.
Vice President Sara Duterte has never been a violent person, according to defense spokesperson Michael Poa, who debunked a reported incident where Duterte allegedly threw a laptop at him.
The defense claims that the prosecution has not proven that these items were acquired illegally, and the court states that there are no documents confirming that the jewelry was purchased regularly.
Jurors in the Yorgen Fenech murder trial heard secret recordings by confessed middleman Melvin Theuma, expressing his despair and anger regarding the murder plot.
Senators questioned prosecutors' role in impeachment proceedings, with one senator suggesting they should ask the Senate if clarifying queries are allowed. Another senator reminded prosecutors that their job is to pursue the truth, not to win.
Johnson & Johnson's multiple myeloma drugs, Tecvayli and Talvey, have shown promising results in late-stage trials, significantly boosting cancer-free survival rates for patients.
Philippine Senator Robinhood Padilla clarified that his statement urging prosecutors not to be 'one-sided' was a plea for fairness, specifically concerning senator-judges involved in cases related to Vice President Sara Duterte.
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte is unlikely to resign, as current political odds and numbers are in her favor, potentially impacting her chances in the 2028 presidential elections.
Despite reports, no formal impeachment complaint has been filed or made public against Ombudsman Remulla, and lawmakers confirm they have not seen any such document.
A 24-year-old man confessed to killing his former girlfriend during the first hearing of his trial at the Seoul Eastern District Court, stating she 'didn't look sorry' after their breakup, and asked the court to reject the prosecution's request for a specific order.
A Lagos Federal High Court is set to rule on the admissibility of disputed documents in the N152 million Oak Homes property fraud trial, which involves Olukayode Olusanya.
The Philippine Senate, led by Senior Deputy Majority Leader JV Ejercito, announced its commitment to continue investigating and charging those responsible for anomalies in flood control projects, even as impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte are underway.
A teenage plaintiff who was suing Meta over alleged mental health harms has withdrawn his claims against the company just days before the trial was set to begin.
House private prosecutor Tolosa states that doubts have been erased regarding the seriousness of Vice President Sara Duterte's alleged threats to kill President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, and former House Speaker Martin Romualdez.
A pancreatic cancer vaccine developed by Johns Hopkins has shown promise in its first human trial, triggering immune responses in 90% of high-risk participants and causing some cysts to shrink.
A 26-year-old woman will stand trial in Poland after being detained for assaulting Ukrainian teenagers near a swimming pool in Legnica. Prosecutors have charged her with offenses carrying a maximum sentence of seven years and six months in prison.
Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife will face a criminal trial in the United States on drug trafficking charges. The trial has been set to begin on June 1, 2027.
Author Salman Rushdie testified at the US terrorism trial of the man convicted of stabbing him in 2022. Rushdie recounted the attack and the severe injuries he sustained, including the loss of sight in one eye.
Charlotte MacInnes, star of 'The Deb,' has appealed the court ruling that dismissed her defamation lawsuit against Rebel Wilson, accusing Wilson of providing false evidence and dishonest statements during the initial trial.
A South Korean woman has been acquitted of murdering her newborn baby after delivering the child in a hospital. The court's decision followed a trial regarding the circumstances of the baby's death.
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has refuted claims by Osoba that he deceived AD leaders during the 2003 elections. Obasanjo also accused Atiku of plotting an impeachment against him during that period.
The Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly has been given a Sunday deadline to resign or face impeachment proceedings. Twenty-one lawmakers are pushing for his removal over alleged misconduct related to OSOPADEC.
A court has rejected an uncertified document presented as evidence in Omoyele Sowore's defense during his defamation trial. The document was intended to support his case against an anti-Tinubu post.
This article discusses a brewing emergency in the Philippines, highlighting that even if not fully inactivated, the president cannot avoid taking a position on issues like Sara Duterte, which pose an existential danger to the nation's well-being.
A convicted rapist, Bernadin Dedic, has been jailed in his absence after he fled to his native Bosnia following an error in his prison release and refused to return to Britain for his trial.
Imam Ilyasu Kunateh, 42, has been sentenced to 10 years imprisonment with hard labour by the Wa High Court in Ghana for the defilement of a 7-year-old boy, following evidence presented during his trial.
Chairman Wontumi appeared in court for his trial, an event that has garnered significant public attention across the country, with many already having formed opinions on the case.
The Lagos State government has issued a warning that individuals who assault medical personnel in hospitals across the state will face prosecution and potential jail terms.
Residents of Ode-Irele, Ondo State, have expressed concern over the police's failure to disclose the identities of suspects arrested in connection with a kidnapping incident, despite promises of prosecution.
A 28-year-old Egyptian national, who confessed to the killing of Stavros Georgiou, has been taken before a prosecutor in Greece to face criminal prosecution.
President Marcos has not yet given a categorical response on whether he will allow the unsealing of Vice President Sara Duterte's and her husband Manases Carpio's tax records, which are considered crucial for verifying claims about her alleged unexplained wealth.
Allan Grimson, a double killer jailed in 2001, claims that a new trial over sexual offences charges is a tactic to prevent his release. He was previously in line for a parole hearing after serving a quarter-century in prison.
Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian announced that the Philippine Senate might rent conference rooms at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) for 2027 budget hearings, citing an ongoing impeachment trial.
The father of a Dubliner detained in Germany expressed concerns that his son has been 'made to look like Hannibal Lecter.' A delegation of Irish TDs and senators who visited Germany also raised serious concerns about the prison conditions and the fairness of his trial.
Lawyers are expected to make their opening arguments this morning in the trial of a man accused of killing his nine-year-old daughter, Melina Frattolin, in 2025 during a trip to New York.
A 22-year-old university student, Du Maosen, who identifies with the 'incel' community, has denied charges of sending messages threatening to murder 60 people at his school as his trial commenced.
A judge has reserved his decision in the case against two former police officers accused of perverting the course of justice during the 1985 trial of Alan Hall for the murder of Arthur Easton.
The trial of a man accused of strangling his ex-partner has been postponed until September because the accused was not legally represented, a consequence of an ongoing solicitors' strike.
Deputy Speaker Janette Garin has questioned whether Vice President Sara Duterte's office should pay for her defense team's meals, deeming it improper given the Vice President's own office budget.
Senator Robin Padilla has challenged prosecutors to avoid being 'one-sided,' prompting a House lead prosecutor to clarify that neutrality is not the role of the prosecution, which is to defend the respondent.
Former Vice-President and NPP flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has called on the Ghana Police Service and the Attorney-General to discontinue the prosecution of an opposition activist from the NDC accused of making offensive comments against him.
Senator Panfilo "Ping" Lacson has denied filing a perjury case against Arturo Lascañas, a self-confessed Davao Death Squad member and former police officer, during Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial.
Jonathan Turley criticizes Judge James Boasberg for denying pro-life groups a jury trial in a case alleging selective enforcement against their chalk protest. Turley suggests the judge complained about Trump's power while exceeding his own.
A lawyer for Chief Justice Renato Corona, Jose Roy III, reminded former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo's chief of staff, Mike Matibag, to leave rulings to the Senate impeachment court. This came as prosecutors indicated they might not follow up on Matibag's testimony.
A US teenager has withdrawn his lawsuit against Meta, alleging social media addiction and mental health harm, just days before the high-profile trial was set to begin. The plaintiff had claimed that Meta's platforms caused him to develop an addiction to social media.
The impeachment trial of VP Sara Duterte continues with prosecution and defense teams debating procedural changes to hasten the process, while public surveys indicate a strong desire for the ruling to be based on law and evidence rather than politics. Discussions also include the financial arrangements for the defense team and the potential testimony of bank managers.
The terrorism trial has opened in the United States for the individual accused of stabbing author Salman Rushdie. The proceedings will address the charges related to the attack on the renowned writer.
A judge in the Lindsay Clancy triple-murder trial has ruled to shield the 911 call and autopsy photos from public view. This decision comes after Clancy's ex-husband pleaded with the court not to show images of their slain children during the proceedings.
During the murder trial of Gillian Curran, medical experts testified that her injuries were not consistent with a fall and could only have been sustained in an assault. The pattern of injuries strongly suggested an attack.
A judge has inspected and conducted a trial at a vast methamphetamine laboratory site in Ogun, Nigeria, where 2,419.48 kilograms of methamphetamine valued at over N480 billion were allegedly produced. The court has adjourned further hearing in the matter until July 24.
A recent survey indicates that Sara Duterte and Bong Go are the top choices for president and vice president, respectively, in the 2028 elections. Their names emerged as leading contenders among potential candidates.
Rebel Wilson secured a legal victory in a defamation trial, though the judgment dismissing Charlotte MacInnes’s case expressed doubts about the credibility of three key witnesses, with an appeal likely.
Congressman Bojie Dy expressed confidence that the legislative body can pass additional priority bills before the year-end, even amidst an ongoing impeachment trial. He noted that many priority bills are already in an advanced stage of the legislative process.
During a N500 million land fraud trial in Abuja, a witness testified that the defendant, a realtor, was unable to produce a deed of assignment, power of attorney, or any other authorization to sell the properties in question.
The Anambra State Government has introduced a plea bargain option for criminal suspects, excluding murder and kidnapping cases, to expedite justice administration and reduce trial delays.
A recent Pulse Asia survey indicates that half of Filipinos prefer Vice President Sara Duterte as their next presidential candidate, less than two years before the elections.
The Office of the Vice President clarified that Vice President Sara Duterte's scheduled trip and activities in various European countries are intended for engaging with overseas Filipinos, debunking rumors that she fled the Philippines due to the death of a Caloocan vlogger.
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has cautioned the Attorney General against threatening New Patriotic Party (NPP) Members of Parliament with prosecution, suggesting such actions could lead to the current government being in opposition by 2028.
The Nigerian Senate has urged the Federal Government to provide adequate funding for the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) to accelerate the rehabilitation of critical roads and called for the prosecution of killers of two Plateau farmers.
Police in the Netherlands have arrested a man from Noord-Holland on suspicion of encouraging underage girls to harm themselves in sadistic online “Com” networks, the Public Prosecution Service
The Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF) has requested that the impeachment court use Filipino during its hearings, raising the question of whether such a request would be sustained or overruled.
Senators Gatchalian and Tulfo stated that the Philippine Senate cannot afford Vice President Sara Duterte's request for catering services. They cited budget limitations as the reason for denying the request.
There are growing calls for an urgent review of the 'trial of the facts' legal framework following the case involving Eleanor Donaldson. The UUP leader and others are advocating for a re-evaluation of this legal process.
Legal proceedings related to the case of football legend Diego Maradona have been ongoing since April, with an express tribune offering a glimpse into the trial.
India's inaugural hydrogen fuel cell train has successfully covered approximately 900 kilometers during its initial operational route, emitting only water vapor and heat, with passenger fares remaining consistent with diesel services.
CBA chair says contempt charge over closing speech by Rajiv Menon KC has left lawyers fearful of doing their job
The prosecution of a leading human rights barrister for contempt of court over his…
Hong Kong's Transport Department has approved the city's first trial scheme for fully driverless autonomous vehicles, which will be tested on Airport Island without a human backup driver.
The trial involving Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte is prompting discussions on the direction of banking reforms in the country, raising questions about whether the nation is moving forward or backward.
A Florida teenager has withdrawn his lawsuit against Meta, which claimed the company's platforms caused his depression and anxiety, just days before the trial was set to begin. This marks a victory for Meta after a previous landmark loss in a similar case.
The attacker of author Salman Rushdie is facing a new federal trial, which will delve into the motive behind the assault, focusing on the decades-old 'fatwa' against him.
MANILA, Philippines — House prosecution lead counsel Rep. Gerville Luistro argued briefly on Wednesday with Senator-judge Robin Padilla after the latter requested to avoid taking to the witness stand…
Vice President Sara Duterte's defense team stated that Bureau of Internal Revenue Commissioner Charlito Martin Mendoza may recommend to President Marcos to authorize the opening of tax records belonging to Duterte and her husband, Manases Carpio.
During the Avakoum monastery trial, two witnesses testified in Nicosia criminal court that they donated thousands of euros for a church chandelier and an icon that were never completed. The court also heard additional evidence.