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Danny Jordaan has secured a fourth term as South African Football Association president after defeating Sandile Zungu by 157 votes to 82. The election comes amid past controversies, including results from the 2010 World Cup bid process and a 2024 fraud case. Supporters argue Jordaan’s governance and regional backing will sustain South Africa’s national teams, while opponents push for governance reforms. The voting process faced threats and intimidation claims.
A federal judge has extended the indictment deadline for David J. Rush to Oct. 8 as prosecutors and defense continue to shape a tentative plea deal. Investigators previously seized about 300 gold bars worth over $40 million, along with $2 million in cash and 35 luxury watches, in a case tied to alleged public-money theft and falsified credentials.
Instagram head Adam Mosseri has testified in a federal trial in Oakland where 29 US states accuse Meta of designing addictive features that harm children and violating child privacy laws. States are seeking large damages and structural changes; prosecutors have shown internal documents and low adoption of safety tools. Mosseri defended improvements and said some tools initially had low uptake.
Meta has rolled out updates to its AR glasses to deter covert filming, adding a stronger capture LED safeguard and hardware-based privacy measures. The moves come as regulators in the EU probe the glasses and venues consider bans; the company reports a small share of devices have been tampered with and vows ongoing updates.
The Kennedy Center dispute over President Trump’s name on the facade continues as a federal judge weighs board actions to restore the inscription, despite a May ruling that such renaming requires congressional approval. The Trump-aligned board has moved forward with renovation plans and a two-year closure, while opponents argue the move defies the court and risks donors and the building’s future.
The race for the Texas Senate seat is tightening. Paxton has secured the GOP nomination and is pursuing funding from Trump's MAGA network to fend off a strong Democratic challenger backed by polls and internal data. Other races show Trump’s endorsements affecting outcomes and the broader GOP landscape as Republicans weigh fundraising and support strategies.
A federal judge has rejected Ghislaine Maxwell’s habeas petition to vacate her 2021 sex‑trafficking conviction, finding her claims meritless or procedurally barred and saying recently released Epstein-related materials largely undermine, rather than support, her arguments. Maxwell is serving a 20‑year sentence and remains eligible for release in 2037.
DOJ lawyers warn the Kennedy Center may face teardown if the Trump-backed renovations do not proceed; multiple lawsuits, board actions, and court orders shape the struggle over naming and future use. The issue centers on whether the center can be renamed and how renovations will unfold amid political pressure.
Meta has agreed to pay up to $18 billion and to change Facebook and Instagram defaults for US users under 18. The deal ends a federal trial and requires age verification, a two-hour daily cap, night blocks, muted school-hour notifications, removal of visible like counts and limits on cosmetic filters.
Nvidia has reported another monster quarter, surpassing expectations with a 70% forecasted revenue increase for fiscal 2028 while signaling broader AI infrastructure growth. The company notes demand is accelerating, while supply constraints and rising memory costs pose ongoing challenges. Nvidia is expanding its financing partnerships to back AI data centers, and Meta’s $16.7 billion settlement adds regulatory attention to the AI stack.
The Justice Department has seized web domains linked to two hacking platforms, QScan and QTRouter, that prosecutors say a China-linked group called QTFY used since at least 2018 to probe and, in some cases, breach US agencies and private firms including DOE labs, NIH, NASA and the Federal Reserve.
The government has sought to dismiss the Bannon contempt case, but District Judge Carl Nichols has ruled that the request is insufficiently explained. The DOJ is free to renew a properly argued motion. The broader Capitol riot investigations continue to shape the legal landscape as Trump-era clemencies leave lingering political reverberations.
The White House has renewed its effort to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook over mortgage‑related allegations. Cook has responded with a formal filing arguing there is no legal basis for her removal; the Supreme Court previously blocked a firing attempt and left room for due process.
New documents obtained by AP and The Guardian show RFK Jr. wrote to Samoa’s prime minister proposing investigations into MMR vaccines, contradicting his prior testimony that his Samoa trip had nothing to do with vaccines. The revelations have triggered calls for investigations and potential political consequences as lawmakers debate next steps.
The Texas Senate contest remains tight with James Talarico leading Ken Paxton by about 0.6 percentage points in polls. Trump’s backing is shaping fundraising and messaging as Paxton seeks to close the gap before Election Day.
Federal prosecutors allege that a gang known as Los Baja Deo trafficked fentanyl, cocaine and other drugs from Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, generating nearly $50 million and driving violence. The operation involved drug distribution through public housing, use of the USPS, and violence to protect the conspiracy. The DOJ seeks assets totaling about $49.7 million.
A federal judge has ruled that the Department of Defense acted illegally when it designated Anthropic a supply‑chain risk and barred agencies from enforcing related directives. Judge Rita Lin has vacated the designation, found the actions retaliatory and ordered agencies to rescind guidance; the government is expected to appeal.
Federal filings show a nurse practitioner prescribed hundreds of thousands of opioid pills across more than 20 states, guiding clients on evading DEA scrutiny. The DEA has revoked her authority to prescribe controlled substances. Civil settlement reached earlier this year did not admit wrongdoing. Details tie prominent athletes and others to the operation.
Judge Alvin Hellerstein has denied a bid to move Donald Trump’s hush-money case from state court to federal court for a third time, citing lack of new grounds. Trump remains appealing the conviction in New York for falsifying business records related to a hush-money payment to Stormy Daniels. The ruling comes weeks after his re-entry into a federal appeals process and as prosecutors maintain the case’s linkage to a broader effort to influence the 2016 election.
Melissa Farris has been indicted on two felony counts for alleged vandalism of a national World War II Memorial and government property. She is scheduled for arraignment next week. Trump has commented on the incident, tying it to prior claims of vandalism at nearby sites. A former Olympian faced related charges that were later dismissed.
The U.S. Department of Justice and Walmart have reached a settlement over claims that Walmart pharmacies violated the Controlled Substances Act by failing to report red flags tied to opioid prescriptions. Walmart has not admitted liability. The settlement resolves claims from 2013 onward, with earlier related actions already settled in 2022. Walmart shares edged higher after the announcement.
A California judge has ruled that U.S. visa-revocation and deportation policies targeting noncitizen students for pro-Palestinian advocacy violate the First and Fifth Amendments. The decision follows a Boston ruling and underscores free-speech protections on campuses amid heated debate over Middle East coverage.
President Donald Trump has said NBCMeet the Press host Kristen Welker will be reported to the Federal Communications Commission for what he called a "purposeful inaccuracy" after she said his endorsements have had "mixed results" this primary season. He named FCC chair Brendan Carr and urged the commission to act; broadcasters and rights groups are litigating alleged FCC pressure.
Rep. James Comer has issued a letter requesting internal DEA records on the agency’s practice of monitoring major fentanyl shipments without seizing them. The move follows New Mexico officials’ concerns and whistleblower accounts alleging orders to stand down. The inquiry mirrors a broader debate over risk-mitigation rules and the pace of seizures amid the nation’s fentanyl crisis.
Prediction-market platform Kalshi has permanently banned George Santos and fined him $71,356 after its compliance team concluded he traded on contracts tied to his attendance at President Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address and manipulated prices with public statements. The CFTC has already secured a separate $35,000 settlement and a three‑year trading ban.
A U.S. judge has authorized emergency feeding for Rahmanullah Lakanwal amid a high-stakes murder case tied to a Washington, D.C. incident near the White House. The court order allows nonconsensual nutrition and medical care as prosecutors press for life-saving measures while defense attorneys challenge the move.
The Trump-era White House perimeter upgrades are advancing. The National Capital Planning Commission and related agencies are evaluating fencing around Lafayette Park and a new underground White House visitor screening center, with plans to replace temporary barriers and tents and strengthen security near the White House.
The FBI has seized cryptocurrency linked to Hamas’ fundraising and disrupted its online platforms. Authorities have also taken control of domains and platforms used for fundraising and recruitment, and gathered information on thousands who attempted to donate.
A three-judge panel from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit has ordered the dismissal of Bergdahl’s claims in district court, effectively leaving the conviction intact and signaling limited avenues for overturning a court-martial in civilian courts. The decision stems from questions over jurisdiction and who can vacate a military judgment. Bergdahl’s legal team is evaluating options as the case continues to echo through legal and political circles.
A federal judge has rejected the Justice Departments request to force Google to sell its AdX ad exchange. Judge Leonie Brinkema has ordered behavioural changes instead, sealed her full opinion for 14 days and given the parties 30 days to propose a final judgment. Both sides are preparing next steps.
The U.S. Mint has launched a commemorative $1 coin bearing President Trumps portrait to mark the countrys 250th anniversary. The coins went on sale and into circulation this week, sold in rolls and bags at a steep premium to face value, and have drawn legal and political challenges because federal rules generally bar living people from appearing on currency.
American Airlines is retrofitting its Boeing 777-300ER fleet to feature 144 premium seats and eliminate Flagship First. The move expands business-class capacity while keeping some premium offerings and lounges in the works, as part of broader premium-travel push.
A federal judge has declined to force Google to sell its AdX ad marketplace, instead ordering ongoing behavioural remedies to restore competition. The decision follows previous rulings finding illegal monopolies in Google’s ad tech stack, while outcomes on other cases remain unresolved. The court will publish specifics after redactions.
The Kennedy Center has deinstalled Joel Shapiro’s Blue sculpture and is battling ongoing court cases as a Trump-aligned board seeks to rename the venue and rebrand its grounds. The sculpture, installed in 2019, has been removed amid a broader push to realign Washington’s cultural institutions with President Trump’s priorities.
The Justice Department has filed a brief supporting OpenAI and Microsoft in the New York Times' copyright suit, arguing training large language models on published works is transformative fair use that advances national security and economic goals. Publishers argue the practice harms journalism and undercuts creators; Judge Sidney H. Stein is expected to rule on summary judgment soon.
Democratic-aligned groups have warned against President Trump’s Great Triumphal Arch at Memorial Circle, citing disruption to Arlington Cemetery and the site’s historic value. Courts are weighing challenges as Interior Secretary Burgum says ground may begin within days; critics say congressional authorization is required.
Missouri's legal battle over a Republican-drawn mid-decade congressional map has resolved into competing court orders as November approaches. The Missouri Supreme Court has ordered a return to the 2022 map and a statewide referendum; a federal judge issued a temporary order allowing the new GOP-backed map. The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a stay that currently keeps the 2022 map in place for November.
A federal class-action suit accuses Amazon of denying basic pregnancy-related accommodations, including bathroom breaks and sitting, violating the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. Amazon says it approves the vast majority of accommodations and points to ongoing enforcement actions by the EEOC; the case involves several plaintiffs in New York and across the United States.
Huawei Technologies faces racketeering and sanctions-related charges in a New York trial. Prosecutors allege decades of illicit activity, including illicit transfers tied to Iran and North Korea, while Huawei denies wrongdoing and highlights its growth in AI chips and engineering.
The Department of Justice and Education Department have opened a joint investigation into the University of California, Berkeley School of Law, alleging that the admissions process discriminates on race and uses essay prompts to group applicants by identity. Berkeley says it complies with Prop. 209 and federal law, and will provide evidence of compliance. The probe follows a Supreme Court decision on race-conscious admissions and may impact future diversity policies in higher education.
A new wave of US third-country deportations has expanded to several African states, including Liberia and Equatorial Guinea. Dozens of migrants, many with long ties to the U.S., are facing detention and uncertain legal status as flights push them to new destinations.
A wave of lawsuits and court rulings challenge new USPS mail-ballot rules designed to track and pre-clear mail ballots. Courts have paused enforcement as states prepare first mail ballots, while officials warn of potential disruption to voting.
The Department of Justice has secured the first-ever removal under the Alien Terrorist Removal Court after Nazira Haji Zada, a lawful permanent resident in Fort Worth, Texas, has waived appeals and accepted designation as an "alien terrorist." The DOJ says classified evidence supported her removal after her son and son-in-law were convicted in a 2024 election-day attack plot.
The investigation led by the Southern District of Florida has expanded as prosecutors and Trump allies navigate setbacks. DiGenova has resigned from a key role, and questions rise about progress in the grand jury probe into former officials tied to Trump’s campaign and alleged misconduct.