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US appeals court halts Trump ballroom project paving way for Supreme Court showdown
HeadlineFlip summary: A US appeals court has halted a Trump ballroom project, stating Congress should decide its fate. This ruling sets the stage for a potential Supreme Court review.
Cassidy supports Todd Blanche, rescuing Trump's embattled attorney general pick
HeadlineFlip summary: Senator Lindsey Graham has publicly backed Todd Blanche's nomination for Attorney General, a crucial endorsement as Blanche seeks confirmation on the Senate floor after committee approval.
Campaigners call for Jared Leto's concerts to be cancelled after criminal sexual conduct claims
HeadlineFlip summary: Campaigners are urging for Jared Leto's upcoming concerts in the UK to be cancelled following allegations of criminal sexual conduct. Leto, who denies the claims, is scheduled to perform with his band in early next year.
New Mexico court orders Meta to pay additional $567M in child safety case
HeadlineFlip summary: A New Mexico court has mandated Meta pay an additional $567 million in a child safety case, bringing the total fine to $942 million.
Meta ordered to pay $567 million into abatement fund as remedy to child harms case in New Mexico
HeadlineFlip summary: A New Mexico judge ordered Meta to pay $567 million into an abatement fund. This follows a jury ruling that the company violated the state's unfair practices act concerning child harms.
X wants to keep suing advertisers, asks 5th Circuit to overrule district judge
HeadlineFlip summary: X is appealing a district court's decision, seeking to continue suing advertisers. This comes after a previous loss and a settlement with an advertiser group.
Stephen Bear jailed for harassing ex-partner Harrison
HeadlineFlip summary: Stephen Bear, a reality TV contestant, has been jailed for breaching a restraining order against his ex-partner, Harrison. He is now back in prison.
Farmer jailed for lodger's 'body in barrel' murder
HeadlineFlip summary: A farmer has been jailed for the murder of a lodger whose body was discovered in a barrel nearly six years after his disappearance.
Feds: Witness tampering in Rozier betting case
HeadlineFlip summary: Federal prosecutors allege a key defendant in the NBA gambling case attempted witness tampering, including posting a rat emoji on Instagram.
Care company fined for running illegal children's homes in legal first
HeadlineFlip summary: A care company has been fined for operating three unregistered children's homes. This marks a legal first, with the company pleading guilty to the failure after prosecution by Ofsted.
Author La Plante banned from driving for six months
HeadlineFlip summary: Best-selling crime author La Plante has been banned from driving for six months, a decision that could impact her career.
Sources: UEFA threatens Infantino with legal action
HeadlineFlip summary: UEFA is considering legal action against FIFA President Gianni Infantino regarding his World Cup commercialization strategy, according to ESPN sources.
Soap star Shane Richie facing drink-drive charge
HeadlineFlip summary: Actor Shane Richie, 62, has been charged with a drink-driving offense. He was arrested at a petrol station and is scheduled to appear in court in September.
DOJ to drop Reflecting Pool case vs. ex-Olympian
HeadlineFlip summary: The Justice Department will drop its criminal case against ex-Olympian David Hearn after acknowledging a contractor's botched installation caused damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
Pirro moves to drop case against Olympian, says Reflecting Pool damage caused by 'flawed installation'
HeadlineFlip summary: A prosecutor seeks to dismiss a case against an Olympian, attributing damage to the Reflecting Pool to a "flawed installation," not the Olympian.
Disgraced funeral boss who failed to bury bodies jailed for 20 years
HeadlineFlip summary: Robert Bush, a funeral boss, has been jailed for 20 years for failing to bury bodies and cremating people, giving relatives the ashes of strangers.
Two new suspects questioned over allegedly aiding Al Fayed abuse
HeadlineFlip summary: Two new suspects are being questioned in connection with allegations of aiding abuse against the former boss of Harrods, who was accused by hundreds of women.
Elderly victim of 'cruel' carer can't be left alone after being 'traumatised'
HeadlineFlip summary: An elderly victim, traumatized by a carer, now requires constant supervision. The victim reportedly screamed abusive threats at the carer, Elizabeth Anne Shipton.
Ex-assistant coach gets jail time in pimping case
HeadlineFlip summary: Former Cal State Bakersfield assistant Kevin Mays received a four-year prison sentence for pimping, possessing child pornography, and armed drug possession.
Palestine Action ban to be reviewed by Supreme Court
HeadlineFlip summary: The UK's Supreme Court will review the ban on Palestine Action, a group proscribed under anti-terrorism laws. Permission to appeal has been granted.
Secret Service 'illegally' surveilled Comey in Trump '8647' threat case: court filing
HeadlineFlip summary: A court filing alleges the Secret Service illegally surveilled former FBI Director James Comey in connection with a "8647" threat case stemming from an Instagram post of seashells.
Trump, DOJ ask Supreme Court to toss $83.3M defamation award to E. Jean Carroll
HeadlineFlip summary: Donald Trump and the DOJ are asking the Supreme Court to overturn a $83.3 million defamation judgment awarded to E. Jean Carroll. This follows a previous rejection of Trump's appeal for a $5 million verdict.
Is it illegal to trick the US government into wiping your phone during a questionably legal search?
HeadlineFlip summary: A Georgia man faces felony charges for allegedly wiping his phone during a Customs and Border Protection search. His attorneys argue the search was questionable, while the government cites child abuse material concerns.
EBay, former execs to pay $56 million in blogger harassment and stalking case
HeadlineFlip summary: EBay and former executives will pay $56 million to settle a case involving harassment and stalking of bloggers who published critical coverage of the company.
Richard Hammond fined £999 for speeding offences
HeadlineFlip summary: Richard Hammond was fined £999 for two speeding offenses in Herefordshire within three weeks, as heard by magistrates.
Ariana Grande sues hackers who leaked music and videos
HeadlineFlip summary: Ariana Grande is suing hackers who allegedly leaked unreleased photos and songs. The lawsuit aims to identify the individuals responsible for obtaining and distributing her private material.