Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader in £2.7bn law firm merger
Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft plan a mega-merger to create a £2.7bn legal giant. Discover the details and what it means for the global legal market.
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Macfarlanes Partner Takes Home Record £5m Pay Packet
A top partner at elite City law firm Macfarlanes earned a record £5m last year, as profits soar and pay for senior lawyers reaches new heights. Discover the figures behind the UK's legal pay boom.
ICE Agents Dragged Woman as Bystanders Threw Snowballs
US immigration agents were filmed pinning a woman down in Minneapolis snow. Bystanders pleaded and threw snowballs. Police chief criticised the tactics. Read the full report.
EU Court: Denmark's 'Ghetto Law' May Be Unlawful
The European Court of Justice has ruled Denmark's controversial 'parallel societies' legislation may constitute racial discrimination, offering hope to residents in targeted Copenhagen neighbourhoods.
US communities organise against ICE raids
As Trump's mass deportation operation intensifies, ordinary Americans are using encrypted apps, community patrols and grocery deliveries to protect immigrant neighbours. Discover the grassroots resistance.
Police watchdog recommends dismissal over unlawful arrest
A NSW police officer unlawfully arrested and choked a man, then tried to delete footage, a watchdog found. Two officers face dismissal and potential criminal charges. Read the full report.
Durham community mobilises against ICE raids at schools
In Durham, North Carolina, a grassroots network of parents and teachers is organising carpools, school patrols and food deliveries to shield immigrant families from federal immigration enforcement. Discover how the community is fighting back.
Gibson Dunn promotes record 13 to partner in London
US law firm Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher promotes a record 13 lawyers to partner in its London office, marking its largest City promotion round ever. Discover the key figures and strategic focus.
EU votes to reduce corporate sustainability oversight
The EU Parliament has voted to slash the number of firms required to report on social and environmental harms, a move green groups call a 'betrayal'. Discover the details and backlash.
ICE Raids Traumatise Chicago Schoolchildren, Says Principal
A Chicago school principal details the terror ICE operations inflict on immigrant families. Children barricade doors and stop eating, fearing deportation. Over 4,000 arrested since September.
Wessex Water hit with £11m sewage enforcement package
Wessex Water must pay an £11m enforcement package for sewage leaks, with shareholders funding the upgrades, not customers. Read the latest on the water sector crackdown.
Omar Slams Trump's 'Disgusting' Anti-Somali Comments
US Representative Ilhan Omar calls Donald Trump's tirade against Minnesota's Somali community 'completely disgusting' and warns of dangerous consequences. Read the full story.
Senator Murray: ICE Dog Caused 'Horrific' Injuries
A US senator alleges ICE agents used a dog to maul an unresisting man, luring him from his home. She demands accountability and his release.
New Orleans Council Meeting Disrupted by ICE Protesters
Protesters were forcibly removed from a New Orleans city council meeting after demonstrating against a major ICE immigration operation. Get the full story on the latest front in the US crackdown.
MPs Launch Inquiry into Crown Estate and Royal Finances
A Commons committee launches a rare inquiry into the Crown Estate, challenging the long-standing gag on discussing royal finances. Discover the implications for parliamentary accountability.
Minneapolis Defends Somali Community Amid Trump Attacks
As Donald Trump launches racist attacks on Somalis, Minneapolis activists prepare for ICE raids. Mayor Frey issues order limiting enforcement, while community groups rally support. Read more.
Baby of brain-dead mum remains in NICU for Christmas
The family of Adriana Smith, kept on life support due to Georgia's heartbeat law, share a heartbreaking update as her son, born prematurely, is still too ill to come home for the holidays.
Texas Abortion Law and the Rise of Private Enforcement
A deep dive into Texas's novel abortion law, which empowers private citizens to sue anyone aiding an abortion after six weeks. Explore the legal mechanism and its profound consequences.
Major ICE Operation in New Orleans Leads to Over 100 Arrests
A major ICE enforcement operation in New Orleans has resulted in over 100 arrests, sparking protests and reigniting the US immigration debate. Read the full details.
Judge Blocks Warrantless ICE Arrests in Washington DC
A federal judge has halted the Trump administration's policy of widespread, warrantless immigration arrests in Washington DC, siding with civil liberties groups. Read the full ruling details.
Crossbench fury over Labour's 'undemocratic' FOI changes
Opposition and crossbench MPs slam the government's proposed Freedom of Information reforms, including new fees and extended response times, warning of a threat to democratic accountability.
FEMA Workers Placed Back on Leave After Whistleblower Petition
Fourteen FEMA employees who warned of disaster response risks have been placed back on administrative leave hours after returning to work, in a move labelled 'appalling' by their lawyer.
Hillsborough families 'very, very angry' as police escape punishment
Relatives of the 97 victims express profound anger after CPS decides not to charge two ex-officers. Read the full story on the latest development in the long fight for justice.
Sabrina Carpenter slams Trump's use of her music for ICE raids
Pop star Sabrina Carpenter has denounced the White House for using her track 'Juno' in a video promoting immigration raids, calling it 'evil and disgusting'. Read more on the growing artist backlash.
ICE Raids Target LA Car Washes, 346 Workers Detained
Exclusive interview reveals the trauma of ICE raids on Los Angeles car wash workers. Advocacy group details 'psychological warfare' and over 100 operations. Read the full story.
ICE Raid Thwarted by Protesters in New York City
A federal immigration raid in Manhattan's Chinatown was blocked by activists, leading to arrests and condemnation from the incoming mayor. Read the full report.
Chicago ICE Raid Sparks Immigration Policy Debate
A recent ICE operation in Chicago has ignited fierce debate about immigration enforcement tactics and community trust. Discover how residents are fighting back against perceived oppression.
Climate Justice Win at ICJ Sparks New Legal Era
Human rights lawyer Julian Aguon secures landmark ICJ ruling on climate obligations after Pacific campaign. Discover how Indigenous rights are shaping global climate accountability.
People Power: The Last Defence Against Populism
Experts argue democratic safeguards alone cannot protect Britain from extremism without active citizen engagement. Discover why wholesale political reform is needed to restore trust.
Shop owner fined £1.3k for pavement sign breach
A Barking shop owner has been hit with a £1,315 court bill after his store's pavement display was found obstructing the street. Discover the full story and the council's warning.
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