Michael Jackson Doctor to Begin Trial for Involuntary Manslaughter
The trial examining the death of Michael Jackson begins Tuesday, with his doctor Conrad Murray accused of involuntary manslaughter.
N.Y. Cop Who Pepper-Sprayed Wall Street Protesters Accused of Past Brutality
The New York police officer identified by Anonymous and a number of Occupy Wall Street protesters as responsible for attacking peaceful participants with pepper spray is already being investigated for acts of brutality in an earlier protest, according to media reports.
Libya's New Regime Will Assist Scottish Prosectors With Lockerbie Investigation
Libyan authorities have said they will co-operate with Scottish prosecutors and police investigating the Lockerbie bombing, the Foreign Office have said.
Second LulzSec Hacker May be Traced, Arrested
A second LulzSec hacker could be found and arrested due to his use of the proxy server, HideMyAss.
4 Reasons why Dale Farm Travellers Must be Evicted Today
4 Reasons why Dale Farm Travellers Must be Evicted Today.
Verizon Joins Fight Against Apple on Samsung's Side
U.S. mobile network operator, Verizon Wireless has stepped into the legal battle between Apple and Samsung, claiming that banning Samsung's 4G devices would harm both Verizon and consumers.
Six Birmingham Men to Appear in Court on Terror Plot Charges
Six men are due to appear in court today on terrorism charges, three of which have been charged with plotting a suicide bombing campaign in the UK.
D-Day For Dale Farm Travelers
Travelers fighting to stay at the UK's largest illegal gypsy site will find out Monday afternoon if they have won their latest battle against Basildon Council to remain at Dale Farm.
British Police Charge Six from Birmingham in Major Terror Probe
British Police this morning have confirmed that 6 men have been arrested in a major terror probe,.
Troy Davis Execution: Death Penalty as an Open Window to Social and Racial Discrimination?
For protesters still reeling from the execution of Troy Davis in Georgia, his death provides yet more evidence that the U.S. should abolish the death penalty.
Dale Farm Eviction: The Battle Returns to Court
The long dispute between Basildon Council and the Dale Farm residents returns to the High Court Friday which could result in the travellers being evicted from the site as early as Friday afternoon. Since August when it was announced that an eviction would be taking place at the UK’s largest illegal traveller’s site, there has been a steady stream of media and representatives as well as protesters taking a vested interest in the site.
Troy Davis’ Death: As Anger Mounts, Protesters Turn to Obama for Answers
Anger is growing in the U.S. over the execution of Troy Davis, 42, who was killed Wednesday September 21 after facing execution four times in the past four years for being convicted for the murder of a policeman, despite serious doubts about his guilt, with supporters of Davis now turning to Obama for answers.
Troy Davis Execution: A Miscarriage of Justice Based on Racial Discrimination?
Troy Davis' execution has been hailed as a miscarriage of justice and yet another illustration of racial discrimination but despite calls from activists, politicians and even religious figures the US state of Georgia went ahead and executed the young man even though doubts over his 1991 murder conviction that saw him become a symbol for global efforts to end the death penalty.
Obama’s UN Palestine Speech: So Peace Cannot Come From the UN Then?
Palestinians watched Barack Obama's section of the speech about Palestine en masse and as they listened the U.S. president telling the UN General Assembly that the Palestinians deserve their own state, but that this would only be achieved through talks with Israel, many still wondered why a country that supports change in Syria, Libya and Egypt, still threatens to veto their statehood bid.
Libya Conflict : Could Sarkozy Face Gaddafi at The Hague?
Despite the successful ousting of Gaddafi, the NATO-operation in Libya is still making waves as two French lawyers have indicated their intention to prosecute Nicholas Sarkozy for committing war crimes in Libya, following claims that civilian deaths caused by the NATO bombings in Tripoli could prove more than first assumed.
L’Aquila Trial: Are the Accused Scientists Responsible?
The L'Aquila trial has now started with seven Italian officials and leading seismologists charged with manslaughter after failing to inform of the possible dangers of the 6.3 magnitude earthquake that killed 309 people in 2009.
Source Claims Samsung Already Moving Against Apple iPhone 5
New reports from numerous media outlets have emerged claiming Samsung already has plans to mount fresh legal action against Apple's, currently unconfirmed, next iPhone.
Channel 4 Dispatches: The Fight for Dale Farm
Channel 4 Dispatches: The Fight for Dale Farm
Injunction Halts Dale Farm Eviction
A court injunction has been granted to a group of travellers attempting to avoid being evicted from a controversial settlement at Dale Farm in Essex.
Dale farm Eviction: Will the Most Vulnerable be the Most Affected?
Bailiffs have arrived at Dale Farm in Essex urging campaigners to stop obstructing the eviction process amid fears the standoff between the traveller community and the enforcement officers could turn sour with supporters warning that the vulnerable will be the most affected.
Dale farm Eviction: “Ethnic Cleansing” or Just Planning Permission Issues?
The standoff between the bailiffs and the residents of Dale Farm has started with members of the traveller community and activists claiming they will fight the "ethnic cleansing". So in the wake of David Cameron's speech on the riots with a strong emphasis on morality and days after singer Kelis spoke out about the insidious nature of racism in Britain, is the Dale Farm eviction an illustration of the increasing dislike of cultural differences or simply based on the non-respect of the ...
Chelsea Rapist Convicted
A man who targeted Chelsea escorts in January 2011 has been convicted and it has been recommended that he should serve 8 years.
Welsh Police Investigating ‘Sick’ Facebook Site Mocking Four Dead Miners
A Facebook page set up mocking the four Welsh miners who were found dead on Friday has caused outrage in the Welsh mining community with the police now investigating the slurs that will no doubt cause much distress and pain to a community still grieving their loss.
Palestinian Statehood Bid: What is the Point of a Palestinian State?
Ever since Palestinian leaders announced their intention to seek UN membership as an indepentend state in September, critics have attacked the Palestinian strategy and even ridiculed the idea that it would provide Palestinians on the ground with better opportunities.
Syria’s Opposition Council: Will it Make a Difference?
After months of protests and with almost no firm reaction from the international community Syrian opposition members have taken matter into their hands by announcing Thursday the formation of a national council opposing President Bashar al-Assad's rule.
Sarah Palin Joins the ‘Nixon, Clinton, Bush and Obama Crew’ with Drug and Sex Claims
As the battle for candidacy within the Republican Party is fast approaching, accusations of drug use and casual sex have rocked Sarah Palin following the publication of The Rogue: Searching for the Real Sarah Palin, a book by Joe McGinnis.
Saudi Prince Rape Case: Impersonator or Real Deal?
A Spanish court has decided to reopen an investigation into allegations a Saudi billionaire prince and nephew of King Abdullah, raped a model on a yacht in the Mediterranean three years ago, the AFP reported Wednesday.
Apple Dominance Questioned: Microsoft Open New Front in Anti-iPad Campaign
Microsoft has released a number of test tablets powered by its forthcoming Windows 8 operating system in a bid to topple Apple's monopoly on the tablet market.
Church Abuse Victims Complaint: Should the Pope be Tried at The Hague?
Pope Benedict XVI could end up at the Hague after human rights lawyers and victims of clergy sexual abuse filed a complaint Tuesday calling for the International Criminal Court in The Hague to investigate and prosecute the catholic cleric along with three other top Vatican officials for crimes against humanity and covering up and condoning the rape and sexual assault of children by priests.
Libya’s New “Moderate Islamic Rule.” Is That What People Fought For?
As the National Transitional Council leaders still struggle to assert control over Libya, they have now pledged "moderate" Islamic rule, however without police patrolling the streets to provide security, the country still fighting Gaddafi loyalists, threats of internal divisions and rebels forces accused of war crimes, religion it seems should be downgraded to a lesser priority for the government.