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Briton Appointed as New Chief of One of Russia’s Only Legal Casinos
Written by Tim Alper Tim Alper Tim is a journalist, author, and columnist with two decades of experience writing for outlets like the BBC, the Guardian, and Chosun Ilbo. He is an expert on regulation, business, and industry and is fluent... Read...

NHL Nickname Court is in session: What do we think of Scylla and Charybdis? SchaefDaddy?
Hockey nicknames are terrible. We all know this. But some of us might be too young to know that it wasn’t always like this. There was a time when hockey nicknames ranged from decent to outright cool, back in a distant time before we just started...
Nigerian Court Jails 15 Chinese Nationals In Lagos For Cyberterrorism, Internet Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction and sentencing of 15 Chinese nationals for crimes bordering on cyberterrorism and internet fraud in Lagos. According to a statement released by the EFCC, the Lagos...

Douglas County Circuit Court for July 3-15, 2025
July 3 Jayme Christine, 62, Cloquet, domestic disorderly conduct, deferred prosecution agreement fulfilled, dismissed. July 7 Dylan Thomas Fisher, 28, Minong, third-offense operating while intoxicated, no contest plea, 140 days jail with work...

SC Venue Crisis: Organizers reflect on liquor liability fight, hope new law offers relief
“I got my insurance renewal notice and estimate, and the premium was between $40,000 and $50,000. I was shocked, angry and confused. —Kynn Tribble, co-founder, SC Venue Crisis South Carolina lawmakers recently passed legislation to help bars and...

Hall Co. deputies share why state’s Move Over Law is important for saving lives
HALL COUNTY, Ga. — On Sunday morning, the Hall County Sheriff’s Office says their deputies had a close call while helping out at a vehicle breakdown. Deputies were in a marked patrol car on the southbound side of Interstate 985, emergency lights...
Organisations go to court over ‘expired’ water use charges
Sakeliga and TLU SA say the water department admitted in October 2021 that water use charges lapsed after three years 17 July 2025 - 15:15 by Luyolo Mkentane Business organisation Sakeliga and farmers organisation TLU SA, together with various...

A closer look at the $50B rural health fund in the new reconciliation law
Members of Congress from both parties raised concerns about the potential impact on rural hospitals in the OBBBA. In response, and just prior to passage, the Senate added $50 billion in funding for a new 'rural health transformation program.' This...

Updated Ohio law requires cell phone classroom ban
Schools will have to have the policy in place by January. A review by the Dayton Daily News of several local public school policies found many of the districts already limit or ban cell phones in the classroom, instead requiring students to turn...

Bridgeport Police Officer Doug Betler Recognized by City Council for 30 Years of Law Enforcement Service
Although he was unable to be in attendance, Bridgeport Police Department Lieutenant Doug Betler was recognized for a significant milestone Monday, July 14, by Bridgeport City Council. Betler earned an employee service award from the City of...

Louisiana law sets new rules for renewable energy projects
Local Headline Local Headline By: NOLAN MCKENDRY The Center Square (The Center Square) — Louisiana is imposing new permitting and siting standards for renewable energy projects just as solar output surges across the Midwest and South, with newly...

Draft Law Would Grant Putin New Powers to Block Departed Foreign Companies From Returning
Russian lawmakers have revised legislation that will give President Vladimir Putin expanded authority to prevent foreign companies from buying back assets they sold when exiting the country, Interfax reported Wednesday. The changes underscore...

President signs law aimed at cutting prison numbers and repeat offenses
President Petr Pavel has signed a new amendment to the Criminal Code designed to reduce the number of inmates and repeat offenders. The changes, announced by the Presidential Office, emphasize alternative punishments, particularly fines, and are...
Lawyer petitions President Mahama to probe Ablekuma North rerun violence
Private legal practitioner, Lawrence Kwesi Botchway Jnr, has petitioned President John Dramani Mahama to establish an independent Commission of Enquiry into the violent incidents that marred the parliamentary rerun in the Ablekuma North...

Emma Watson and Harry Potter co-star silent after court driving ban
The 35-year-old actress, who grew up in the city and studies at the university, starred in all eight of the wizarding world films as Hermione Granger. Wanamaker was in the cast alongside her in the first entry in the series, 2001's Harry Potter...

Two lawyers recommended to fill Shelby County Criminal Court vacancy
Former Kings Bay Naval Submarine Base leader subject of free speech lawsuit
Former U.S. Navy Capt. Chris Bohner, left. Former U.S. Navy Capt. Chris Bohner, left. A dispute regarding Facebook comments on Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay’s page left a Navy spouse from Chesapeake, Va., to file suit against the former base...

Latest lawsuit filed against Belleville school board, business administrator. What it says

AZ AG Kris Mayes joins FEMA funding lawsuit

St. Louis Character: Veteran attorney Rob Litz reflects on legal career spanning private practice, teaching and mediation