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The UK government has withdrawn support for the Rosebank and Jackdaw oil fields, following a Supreme Court ruling that mandates consideration of emissions from burning fossil fuels in environmental assessments. This decision has been welcomed by climate action groups, although drilling licenses remain intact. The Labour government aims to transition to greener energy sources.
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Following the Supreme Court's decision to end affirmative action, several colleges, including the University of North Carolina, report significant declines in Black and Hispanic student enrollment. The impact of this ruling is still unfolding, with various factors influencing admissions trends across institutions as of September 10, 2024.
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Brazil's Supreme Court has banned Elon Musk's social media platform X, escalating a conflict over content moderation and free speech. Justice Alexandre de Moraes ordered the ban after X failed to comply with legal requests, affecting over 20 million users. The situation raises concerns about judicial overreach and the implications for digital rights in Brazil.
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Donald Trump has escalated his rhetoric regarding the 2024 election, threatening to prosecute those he claims cheated in previous elections. His comments come ahead of a crucial debate with Kamala Harris, amid ongoing legal challenges and accusations of election fraud that have been widely debunked.
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TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, are contesting a US law mandating the sale of TikTok's US operations by January 19, 2025, or face a ban. The law, signed by President Biden, is rooted in national security concerns regarding Chinese ownership. The case is currently before the US Court of Appeals.
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During a press conference on his flight back from Asia, Pope Francis criticized both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris for their stances on immigration and abortion. He urged American Catholics to vote and choose the 'lesser evil' in the upcoming election, emphasizing the moral implications of both candidates' policies.
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Caroline Ellison, former CEO of Alameda Research and key witness in the FTX fraud case, was sentenced to two years in prison for her role in a scheme that defrauded investors and customers of billions. Her cooperation with prosecutors led to a lenient sentence despite the severity of the crimes. She is set to report to prison on November 7, 2024.
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Panos Anastasiou, 76, faces 22 federal charges for sending over 465 violent messages to the Supreme Court, including threats of assassination. The indictment cites racist and homophobic rhetoric, with threats aimed at justices in retaliation for their decisions. Anastasiou pleaded not guilty at his arraignment on September 18, 2024.
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Marcellus Williams was executed by lethal injection in Missouri on September 24, 2024, despite significant doubts about his guilt in the 1998 murder of Lisha Gayle. Prosecutors and Gayle's family opposed the execution, citing concerns over the trial's integrity and new DNA evidence.
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Vice President Kamala Harris has reiterated her call to eliminate the Senate filibuster to restore abortion rights, emphasizing the need for a simple majority to codify protections previously guaranteed by Roe v. Wade. This stance has drawn criticism from Senator Joe Manchin, highlighting divisions within the Democratic Party as the election approaches.
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Donald Trump's legal team is contesting the release of evidence in his election interference case. Special Counsel Jack Smith filed a lengthy brief defending the charges against Trump, who has pleaded not guilty. The outcome could significantly impact the upcoming presidential election.
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On September 26, 2024, Donald Trump's legal team argued in an appellate court to overturn a $477 million civil fraud judgment against him. The case, initiated by New York Attorney General Letitia James, alleges Trump inflated his wealth to secure favorable loans. The court's decision could significantly impact Trump's financial future.
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As the 2024 election approaches, Donald Trump's tactics to undermine voting processes are raising alarms. With a history of challenging election integrity, recent developments reveal a mix of voter suppression efforts and legal maneuvers aimed at influencing outcomes, particularly in battleground states like Pennsylvania and Arizona.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a law on September 30, 2024, banning legacy admissions at private universities, including Stanford and USC. The law, effective September 1, 2025, aims to promote fairness in college admissions following the Supreme Court's ruling against affirmative action. California joins Maryland as the only state to implement such a ban.
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A federal court in Missouri has issued a preliminary injunction halting President Biden's student debt relief plan, which aimed to assist over 30 million borrowers. This ruling follows a lawsuit from Republican-led states claiming the plan is unlawful and could harm state finances. The Education Department plans to appeal the decision.