A confidential legal guide advising barristers on how to obtain suppression orders and engage with police to keep criminal cases out of public view has been revealed in Victoria, Australia. The exposure, linked to a high-profile rape conviction, has ignited debate over judicial transparency and the increasing use of suppression orders, particularly those based on mental health grounds.
A confidential legal guide advising barristers on how to suppress criminal cases in Victoria has been exposed, intensifying concerns over judicial transparency and the state's justice system. The guide reportedly details tactics for obtaining suppression orders, including leveraging mental health arguments, amidst a rising number of such orders in the state.
House Democrats on the Oversight Committee released 19 photographs from Jeffrey Epstein's estate, including images of Donald Trump, Bill Clinton, Prince Andrew, and other notable individuals. This initial release is part of a larger trove of over 95,000 images and precedes a December 19 deadline for the Trump administration to release Epstein-related files.
A federal judge in New York has ordered the unsealing of extensive investigative materials from the sex trafficking case against Ghislaine Maxwell. The decision, made on December 9, 2025, follows the recently enacted 'Epstein Files Transparency Act,' mandating the public disclosure of records related to Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein's crimes, with provisions for victim privacy.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has initiated a ₦200 billion defamation lawsuit against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan at the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja. The suit follows Akpoti-Uduaghan's allegations of sexual harassment made against Akpabio in February 2025. Akpabio seeks damages, a public apology, and retraction of the claims, which he vehemently denies.
Netflix has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Warner Bros.' film and television studios, HBO, and HBO Max from Warner Bros. Discovery for an enterprise value of approximately $82.7 billion. The deal, which follows a bidding war, will see Warner Bros. Discovery's cable networks spun off into a new company, Discovery Global, before the acquisition closes, expected in Q3 2026.
House Democrats on the Oversight Committee have released new photos and videos from Jeffrey Epstein's private Caribbean island, Little St. James. The images, taken in 2020, offer a glimpse into the site of alleged trafficking, revealing bedrooms, a dentist's chair, and a chalkboard with cryptic words, aiming to increase transparency and pressure for further document releases.
Members of Parliament's Public Accounts Committee are initiating an inquiry into the Crown Estate, scrutinizing the lease arrangements for properties held by members of the Royal Family, particularly focusing on Prince Andrew's 75-year lease at Royal Lodge. Concerns about 'value for money' for taxpayers have prompted the investigation, which will also examine other royal residences.
Two men, both in their early 30s and of Algerian origin, have been charged and detained in connection with the November 22 burglary of former French President François Hollande's Paris residence, which he shares with partner Julie Gayet. A watch and an iPad were reportedly stolen, with one watch later recovered.
Rafael Arce Mosqueira, son of former Bolivian President Luis Arce, has been formally accused of illicit enrichment. The Prosecutor's Office has requested six months of preventive detention in La Paz's San Pedro prison, alleging irregularities in his acquisition of the 'Adán y Eva' property.
Miss Universe co-owner Raúl Rocha Cantú is under investigation in Mexico for alleged drug, weapons, and fuel trafficking, while fellow co-owner Anne Jakkaphong Jakrajutatip faces an arrest warrant in Thailand for fraud. These legal troubles emerge shortly after the 2025 pageant concluded amidst its own controversies.
Maebashi Mayor Akira Ogawa, 42, has officially resigned after the city assembly unanimously approved her resignation. The decision follows a scandal involving her repeated visits to hotels with a married subordinate, which led to public outcry and assembly pressure. A new mayoral election is expected within 50 days.
The Western Australia Supreme Court has appointed an interim administrator to manage the multi-million dollar estate of Virginia Giuffre, who died by suicide in April 2025 without a valid will. This crucial step allows several international lawsuits, previously stalled by her death, to resume, including a defamation case and arbitration proceedings.
A public gathering organized by influencers 'El Bogueto' and 'Maestro Shifu' near Mexico City's Monument to the Revolution on November 23, 2025, devolved into chaos. Five people were injured and three arrested after a car, reportedly vandalized by attendees, accelerated into the crowd. The event also saw widespread vandalism and traffic disruptions.
The Hong Kong Palace Museum experienced significant crowd management issues during the opening weekend of its 'Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums' exhibition. Long queues and visitor complaints led to the temporary suspension of walk-in ticket sales on Sunday, November 23, 2025. The museum has since apologized and implemented measures to address the congestion.
Serbian singer Aca Lukas was detained in Kavadarci, North Macedonia, on November 22, 2025, for performing without a required permit. He was fined 50 euros, while the venue faced multiple violations. Lukas claims the action was politically motivated.
Prakazrel 'Pras' Michel, a founding member of the Fugees, has been sentenced to 14 years in federal prison for his involvement in illegal foreign influence schemes. The conviction stems from his role in funneling foreign money into the 2012 Obama reelection campaign and lobbying efforts during the Trump administration, linked to Malaysian financier Jho Low.
The UK Law Commission has published recommendations for a new framework to modernise contempt of court laws, aiming for clearer powers and more consistent application. The reforms address the impact of social media and redefine 'active' proceedings, introducing four distinct categories of contempt.
The Law Commission has published its first set of recommendations to modernise contempt of court laws in England and Wales. The reforms aim for clearer powers, consistent application, and address challenges posed by online communications, replacing the old civil/criminal distinction with four new categories of contempt.
The Law Commission has published the first part of its recommendations for a new framework to modernise contempt of court laws in the UK. The proposals aim for clearer powers, more consistent application, and a simplified structure, replacing the outdated civil/criminal contempt distinction and addressing the impact of social media.
