97-year-old Judge Pauline Newman is fighting her suspension from the Federal Circuit, denying claims of mental unfitness. She argues delays in her opinions were due to meticulousness, not cognitive decline, and claims colleagues threatened her for seeking transparency. Her legal team, the NCLA, calls the suspension unconstitutional, citing clean medical evaluations and lack of due process.
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Thailand's cabinet has approved a draft bill to legalise casinos, aiming to boost tourism and the economy. This new legislation will allow casinos within complex entertainment venues. The bill includes a 5,000 baht fee for Thai citizens to enter, while foreigners can access for free. The proposal is set for further review and parliamentary discussion.
Many caregivers, predominantly women, now face the prospect of losing their legal status or being forced to leave Canada. This comes at a time when demand for caregivers is higher than ever, with healthcare systems and families alike relying on their contributions. Canada’s ageing population has made caregiving a critical sector, yet delays and restrictions in immigration policies are threatening the stability of this workforce.
Local authorities in Lalmonirhat, Bangladesh, demolished a mural depicting significant events from the Liberation War on the country's Independence Day. The mural was covered following demands from the student group Students Against Discrimination. Transparency International Bangladesh announced plans to protest this action.
Jason Whitlock made an explosive claim about Barack Obama and Michelle Obama's marriage that it was never out of love but had a political reason behind it. Barack Obama needed a Black wife to be the president and after Biden made it impossible for Michelle Obama to run for president this year, Barack and Michell have no reason to stay married to each other, the commentator said.
Heavy snowfall in England caused disruption at airports in Bristol, Liverpool, and Manchester, leading to runway closures and travel delays. An amber weather warning was issued for snow and freezing rain across parts of Wales, central, and northwestern England. Snow accumulation was significant, with up to 40 cm in some higher regions.
A US federal judge found probable cause to hold the Trump administration in contempt for deporting alleged Venezuelan gang members to El Salvador, despite a restraining order. Judge Boasberg cited evidence of deliberate disregard for the court's order. The White House plans an immediate appeal, asserting the president's commitment to removing criminal illegal migrants.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem experienced a theft in Washington D.C., where her purse was stolen from a restaurant. The purse contained critical items like her driver's license, passport, DHS access badge, and a significant amount of cash. The Secret Service is investigating the incident, reviewing security footage that shows an unidentified man taking the bag.
The US state department's office managing Afghan resettlement may close by April, affecting 200,000 individuals, including Afghan-American families, veterans, and children. The closure coincides with diplomatic staff reductions and spending cuts. Amidst the Taliban's actions and immigration policy changes, the move risks betraying Afghan allies and abandoning applications already in process.
Supporters of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol stormed a Seoul court Sunday after a judge extended the impeached leader's detention over his ill-fated attempt to impose martial law. The president said he would attempt to show the "purpose and legitimacy of the martial law declaration", in a statement issued Sunday through his lawyers.