Laws mandating government data disclosure on request across jurisdictions
Four young women have told the BBC they experienced sexual assault and harassment while at the Army Foundation College in Harrogate, prompting calls for an independent inquiry and reforms to the military crime process.
ICE has rolled out body-worn cameras to all field officers by the end of August, aiming for transparency after recent deadly shootings. Policy allows withholding footage if release could impede investigations or privacy, with potentially prompt releases within 72 hours if the agency deems it in the best interests. Critics warn this could enable selective disclosures.
Government data shows July arrests have risen sharply, continuing a months-long push toward mass deportations. Texas and Florida account for nearly 20,000 of the arrests, with ICE expanding its workforce as part of a multi-year crackdown.
UK emergency departments face rising violence and discrimination against staff as overcrowding and long waits persist. A RCEM survey shows most workers report abuse, with calls for urgent action from government and NHS leadership.
The Justice Department has reached a settlement with Abbott over the Sturgis, Michigan plant that produced a major share of U.S. infant formula. The settlement addresses unsanitary conditions and recalls tied to Cronobacter sakazakii, while Abbott maintains no admission of fault. Regulators say the plant’s issues contributed to a nationwide shortage.