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Sheriff accused of blocking FBI access in Nancy Guthrie abduction

Chris Nanos refused to hand over a glove and DNA, a law enforcement official says

Independent UK - US News - 27 minutes ago

Judge temporarily blocks Trump officials from rescinding health grants to some Democratic-led states

A federal judge has ruled that President Donald Trump’s administration cannot pull back $600 million in public health grants allocated to four Democratic-led states, for now. The states — …

Bay to Bay News - US News - 1 hour ago

Arizona Sheriff Blocks FBI Access To Evidence In Nancy Guthrie Abduction, Source Says

The FBI asked Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos for physical evidence in the case, including a glove and DNA from the home of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie.

Huffington Post - Politics - 1 hour ago

Tories and Lib Dems criticise Starmer's judgement after ousting of top civil servant

Sir Chris Wormald will stand down as the UK's top civil servant and head of the Civil Service, the Cabinet Office has announced. Follow the latest below.

Sky News - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

DOJ blocks Trump administration from cutting $600M in public health funds

The U.S. department of justice has blocked Trump administration from cutting $600 million funds in public health sector.As reported by Reuters, federal judge in Chicago also temporarily blocked...

International The News - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Russia Blocks Meta's WhatsApp as Moscow Pushes for State App Max | Vantage with Palki Sharma

Russia has blocked WhatsApp nationwide, with the Kremlin saying parent company Meta failed to comply with local laws on data storage and cooperation with security agencies. The move affects millions of users and follows earlier bans on Facebook and Instagram. Moscow has promoted a state-backed messaging app called Max as an alternative, with nationwide advertising urging users to switch. Officials say the action is about legal compliance and security.

First Post - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Homeland Security shutdown draws near as Democrats block funding

With the funding deadline less than 36 hours away, a partial government shutdown seemed imminent on Thursday.

Boston Globe - Politics - 3 hours ago

Justice Department fires U.S. attorney hours after judges picked him for the job -- A panel of judges in New York appointed a new top federal prosecutor in Albany after a Trump nominee was found to be serving unlawfully - but within hours, the Justice Department said it had fired the judges' new hire. -- Feb 12

A panel of judges in New York appointed a new top federal prosecutor in Albany after a Trump nominee was found to be serving unlawfully — but within hours, the Justice Department said it had fired the judges' new hire.

CBS News - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Ole Miss Football Coach Joe Judge Says Players Must Be 'Detached Fathers' to Succeed

Joe Judge, head football coach for Ole Miss, advised romantic interests of players to allow them to be "detached" fathers throughout the season.

Breitbart - Sports - 4 hours ago

Taylor Swift asks US government to block 'Swift Home' trademark

Her team argued that a bedding firm's designs showed similarities to her trademarked signature.

BBC News - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Pressure mounts for U.S. Congress to block funding for Homeland Security

But cutting off the department’s budget will have little immediate effect on ICE, which already has multiyear funding

The Globe and Mail - World - 5 hours ago

Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump cuts to HIV, lead poisoning prevention funds

U.S. District Judge Manish S. Shah, who issued the order, said the attorneys general were “likely to succeed” in their argument because President Donald Trump administration’s cuts were based on “arbitrary, capricious or unconstitutional” reasons.

Chicago Sun-Times - US News - 6 hours ago

Democrats block a funding bill in the Senate, after disagreement over putting new restrictions on immigration agents

Democrats block a funding bill in the Senate, after disagreement over putting new restrictions on immigration agents

BBC News - US News - 6 hours ago

Judge says Pentagon violated Kelly's speech rights, blocks punishment for video on unlawful orders

U.S. District Judge Richard Leon ruled Pentagon officials threatened the rights of military retirees in attempting to censure Sen. Mark Kelly.

Stars and Stripes - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Federal judge releases man accused of sending fake ransom demands to Guthrie family

Investigators found a set of gloves amid the investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance. The FBI conducted an "extensive search" Wednesday along multiple roadways in the Catalina Foothills area north of Tucson, Arizona, and continues to offer a $50,000 award for information. The search for 84-year-old Guthrie enters its 12th day on Thursday.

Fox News - US News - 6 hours ago

Judge blocks Trump administration move to cut $600 million in HIV funding from states

A federal judge granted California and other states a temporary restraining order halting the administration's health funding cuts for 14 days while the litigation continues.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Pima County Sheriff accused of blocking FBI from access to key physical evidence: report

Follow the Post’s live updates for the latest news on Savannah Guthrie’s missing mom and the investigation to find Nancy Guthrie, who was last seen on Jan. 31.

New York Post - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

A judge orders DHS to give Minnesota detainees swift access to lawyers before transfers

A federal judge has ordered the Department of Homeland Security to give detained immigrants in Minnesota quick, private access to lawyers. U.S. District Judge Nancy Brasel issued the emergency restraining

Lancaster Online - US News - 7 hours ago

Federal judge blocks Sen. Mark Kelly's demotion -- A federal judge blocked the Pentagon from downgrading the military retirement rank and pay of Sen. Mark Kelly over a video he and five other Democrats recorded last year that reminded service members they can refuse to follow illegal orders. Scott MacFarlane has more.

A federal judge blocked the Pentagon from downgrading the military retirement rank and pay of Sen. Mark Kelly over a video he and five other Democrats recorded last year that reminded service members they can refuse to follow illegal orders. Scott MacFarlane has more.

CBS News - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

US judge blocks Trump administration from punishing Senator Mark Kelly

Judge Richard J Leon, a Republican appointee, has rejected the government's case as 'anemic' and 'horsefeathers'.

Aljazeera - World - 8 hours ago

Judge orders Leslie Wexner to testify in Ohio State abuse survivors' lawsuit

Wexner, who was on the OSU board of trustees when Dr. Richard Strauss preyed on students, is also scheduled to testify before Congress about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.

NBC News - Health - 8 hours ago

Judge temporarily blocks Pentagon from punishing Sen. Mark Kelly for call to resist unlawful orders

WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge agreed Thursday to temporarily block the Pentagon from punishing Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly, a former Navy pilot, for participating in a video that called on troops t

The Columbian - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

French judge's scores ignites Olympics ice dancing scandal

The figure skating world is screaming "sacré bleu."

New York Post - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Ole Miss QB Chambliss eligible for '26, judge rules

Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss was granted an extra year of eligibility by a state court judge, who issued an injunction that paves the way for Chambliss to be eligible in 2026.

ESPN - Sports - 9 hours ago

What is behind 60% spike in Malaysia court cases and can judges keep up?

Lawyers and experts weigh in on why both civil and criminal court cases have shot up - and the implications for Malaysia’s justice system.

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Madison Chock says ice dance judges should "be vetted and reviewed" -- Americans Madison Chock and Evan Bates, considered the favorites, placed second in the 2026 Winter Olympics. France's Laurence Fournier Beaudry and Guillaume Cizeron took home gold.

Americans Madison Chock and Evan Bates, considered the favorites, placed second in the 2026 Winter Olympics. France's Laurence Fournier Beaudry and Guillaume Cizeron took home gold.

CBS News - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

CNN host says Leavitt defended her access after Saudi guard tried to block her

CNN's Kaitlan Collins revealed Wednesday that White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt defended her press access during a presidential trip to Saudi Arabia.

Fox News - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Top prosecutor appointed by judges to U.S. attorney for Northern New York immediately ousted

Donald Kinsella spent less than a day in the position before he was dismissed on Wednesday. Deputy Atty. Gen. Todd Blanche announced his firing in a social media post.

Los Angeles Times - World - 10 hours ago

Federal judge blocks Pentagon from demoting Mark Kelly over controversial military video

A federal judge blocked the Pentagon from punishing Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Ariz., over a controversial video, ruling his First Amendment rights were violated.

Fox News - Politics - 11 hours ago

A judge has ordered the release of jailed Guatemalan journalist José Rubén Zamora

A judge has ordered the release of jailed Guatemalan journalist José Rubén Zamora.

Bay to Bay News - World - 11 hours ago

European nations are now being judged on military credibility - and the UK is falling short

A US defence official told NATO that it is not just about how much money a country spends but what the cash is spent on and whether input translates to credible military output.

Sky News - World - 11 hours ago

Federal Judge Orders Trump Admin To Return Venezuelans Deported to CECOT

The order sought to reverse speedy removals under the Alien Enemies Act in early 2025.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Dems dig in, guarantee shutdown with block of DHS funding

Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., charged that Senate Democrats weren't interested in a solution to the DHS but rather wanted to turn it into a political flashpoint.

Fox News - Politics - 12 hours ago

WhatsApp Blocked in Russia Following Telegram Restrictions

A Russian regulator has accused both apps of failing to comply with local law, but Telegram boss Pavel Durov accused the state of trying to stifle free speech.

Epoch Times - Business - 12 hours ago

Democrats Block DHS Funding Ahead Of Partial Government Shutdown

“Americans are crystal clear on how they feel about ICE – the status quo cannot continue,” Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) said Thursday.

Huffington Post - Politics - 13 hours ago

Judge blocks effort to demote Sen. Mark Kelly over 'illegal orders' video

The Pentagon moved to downgrade Kelly’s military retirement rank and pay over a video he appeared in that urged the military and intelligence community not to follow illegal orders.

NBC News - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

Judge Boasberg Orders Government to Facilitate Return of Deported Venezuelans

The Department of Justice argued that the hearings are infeasible, in part because of Venezuela’s current political climate.

Epoch Times - US News - 14 hours ago

Judge blocks Pete Hegseth's censure of Sen. Mark Kelly over troops video, for now

The order comes days after federal prosecutors in Washington, D.C., tried and failed to get a grand jury to indict Sens. Mark Kelly and Elissa Slotkin

CNBC - US News - 14 hours ago

Judge Temporarily Blocks Pentagon From Punishing Sen. Mark Kelly for Call to Resist Unlawful Orders -- A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Pentagon from punishing Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly, a former U.S. Navy pilot, for...

A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Pentagon from punishing Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly, a former U.S. Navy pilot, for participating in a video that called on troops to resist unlawful orders.

Military.com - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

Judge blocks Pentagon from downgrading Sen. Mark Kelly's military rank, pay -- A judge banned the Trump administration from taking adverse action against Kelly after he and other Democratic lawmakers urged military members to "refuse illegal orders."

A judge banned the Trump administration from taking adverse action against Kelly after he and other Democratic lawmakers urged military members to "refuse illegal orders."

CBS News - Politics - 14 hours ago

Trump's defamation lawsuit against the BBC is set to go to trial in 2027, U.S. judge says

LONDON — President Donald Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the BBC can go to trial in 2027, a U.S. judge has said.

The Columbian - Politics - 15 hours ago

Russia has tried to fully block WhatsApp and 'drive users to state-owned surveillance app'

Russia has attempted to fully block WhatsApp in the country, the company said, the latest move in an ongoing government effort to tighten control over the internet.

New York Post - World - 15 hours ago

Judge orders Trump admin. to facilitate return of some deported Venezuelans -- A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to facilitate the return of Venezuelan migrants who were deported to a Salvadoran prison last year and then released into other countries.

A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to facilitate the return of Venezuelan migrants who were deported to a Salvadoran prison last year and then released into other countries.

CBS News - Politics - 15 hours ago

2 Mexican Navy ships laden with humanitarian aid dock in Cuba as U.S. blockade sparks energy crisis

Two Mexican Navy ships laden with humanitarian aid docked in Cuba on Thursday as a U.S. blockade deepens the island’s energy crisis.

CTV News - World - 15 hours ago

Russia blocks WhatsApp as it pushes state-backed alternative on citizens -- The messaging platform WhatsApp says Russia has "attempted to fully block" its service inside the country, "to drive people to a state-owned surveillance app."

The messaging platform WhatsApp says Russia has "attempted to fully block" its service inside the country, "to drive people to a state-owned surveillance app."

CBS News - Technology - 16 hours ago

Great White Singer Brett Carlisle Wows Judges with American Idol Audition: Watch

Great White's Brett Carlisle wowed judges and advanced to the next round of American Idol with a rendition of the band's "House of Broken Love."

Consequence of Sound - Entertainment - 17 hours ago

Nebraska to Hand Voter Data to DOJ After Court Declines to Block Transfer

The DOJ has sought detailed voter registration information from states nationwide, saying the data is needed to assess compliance with federal election laws.

Epoch Times - US News - 17 hours ago

MIKE DAVIS: Red-state senators must pick up the pace to get Trump judges confirmed

Republican senators face pressure to accelerate Trump judicial nominees as midterms approach, with nearly two dozen district court vacancies in red states.

Fox News - Top Stories - 20 hours ago

Russia blocks WhatsApp for failing to 'comply' with local laws: Kremlin

Meta-owned WhatsApp claimed on Wednesday that Russia 'attempted to fully block' the messaging app in the country to push users to a competing...

Daily Sabah - Technology - 21 hours ago

Russia Attempting to 'Fully Block' WhatsApp

Moscow has accused foreign messaging apps of breaching national laws and labeled Meta an "extremist" company in 2022.

Newsweek - World - 23 hours ago

Russia moves to block WhatsApp, pushes state-backed rival

WhatsApp says Russia has tried to block the app in an attempt to steer users toward a state-backed "national messenger." The Kremlin says the app can only return if it complies with Russian law.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 1 day ago

DOJ Asks Prosecutors to Flag 'Rogue' Judges for Impeachment

The Justice Department said it is collecting ‘the most egregious examples’ to refer to Congress.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

EV charging build-out has stayed hot, but the Trump administration is throwing up new roadblocks

The build-out of electric vehicle charging in the U.S. has not stopped since U.S. President Donald Trump returned to office. But the administration and Congress are continuing to throw up new roadblocks.

CTV News - Science - 1 day ago

The Most Important Elections in Your State Could Be for These Judges -- Douglas Keith

Thirty-two states will hold elections for 65 seats on their highest courts this year.

Slate - Politics - 1 day ago

Trump threatens to block opening of new bridge between Windsor and Detroit -- Mike Crawley

U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening to block the opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge, poised to become the newest border crossing between Windsor, Ont., and Detroit.

CBC News - Politics - 1 day ago

Trump threatens to block opening of US-Canada bridge -- The White House has reiterated its demands, even after a 'positive' call between Trump and Mark Carney.

The White House has reiterated its demands, even after a 'positive' call between Trump and Mark Carney.

BBC News - Business - 1 day ago

Türkiye's TPAO among firms awarded oil, gas exploration blocks in Libya

Libya awarded oil and gas exploration blocks to foreign firms on Wednesday, including a subsidiary of the Turkish Petroleum Corporation (TPAO), in the...

Daily Sabah - Business - 1 day ago

Cuba says airlines can no longer refuel on the island as U.S. blockade deepens energy crisis

Political pressure from President Donald Trump on Latin America has effectively severed Cuba’s access to its primary petroleum sources in Venezuela and Mexico.

NBC News - Business - 1 day ago

Cuba struggles as U.S. intensifies oil blockade: former ambassador -- February 10

After U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order to place new sanctions on countries selling oil to Cuba, Mark Entwistle, a former Canadian ambassador to Cuba, says the Trump administration is trying to inflict pain and throttle the country's economy.

CBC News - World - 2 days ago

Carney has call with Trump after President's threat to block opening of Gordie Howe Bridge

The Prime Minister said he pointed out that the bridge’s ownership is shared between Michigan and Canada

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 2 days ago

Federal Judge Rejects DOJ's Request for Michigan Voter Data

The Justice Department has filed more than 20 lawsuits in states requesting voter information.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 2 days ago

US court blocks deportation of pro-Palestine Tufts student Rumeysa Ozturk

The ruling comes as Leqaa Kordia, the last remaining Columbia University protester still in ICE custody, was hospitalised after a seizure

Middle East Eye - US News - 2 days ago

U.S. Judges Dismiss Lawsuits Accusing 'The Sandman' Author Neil Gaiman of Rape in New Zealand

Judges have dismissed three lawsuits accusing bestselling British fantasy author Neil Gaiman of sexually assaulting his children’s nanny.

Breitbart - Entertainment - 2 days ago

To Build Bridges, We Must Block the Bombs

Brad Lander in The Nation: “When I am elected to Congress, I will support the Block the Bombs Act to protect more Palestinians from being killed by Israel.”

The Nation - Politics - 2 days ago

Trump threatens to block opening of Gordie Howe International Bridge

U.S. President says he won’t allow the new Windsor-Detroit border crossing to open ‘until the United States is fully compensated for everything we have given’ to Canada

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 3 days ago

City of L.A. seeks to dump the federal judge overseeing a homelessness settlement

The City of Los Angeles are asking an appeals court to remove the federal judge overseeing a settlement that requires it to produce thousands of shelter beds and housing units and clear nearly 10,000 homeless camps from the streets.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Federal judge strikes down California mask ban on immigration agents, but it may be revived

A federal judge on Monday struck down a new California ban on federal officers wearing masks, but an effort already is underway to revive the statute.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 3 days ago

EU warns Meta over blocking rival AI chatbots from WhatsApp

The European Commission said Meta’s policy risked “irreparably harming competition in Europe”.

Independent UK - Business - 3 days ago

Stages blocked, exits crowded: Fans slam 'disappointing' festival at new Gold Coast venue

Security blocked hundreds of people from accessing a stage at the event, with one fan complaining that decisions seemed to be “based purely on vibes”.

Sydney Morning Herald - Entertainment - 4 days ago

Fire-juggling unicyclist caught on camera blocking traffic in major roadway as police intervene

A Colorado police department was stunned when a fire-juggling unicyclist turned a busy intersection into street theater, saying it was "not on our Bingo card."

Fox News - Weird - 5 days ago

Houston Doctor Charged With Falsifying Records To Block Patients' Liver Transplants

Dr. John Stevenson Bynon Jr. has been indicted on charges of falsifying medical records for five patients, making them ineligible to receive a liver transplant.

Huffington Post - Science - 7 days ago

Egypt blocks popular game-creator Roblox over child safety concerns

Cairo: Egypt s top media regulator blocked access on Wednesday to the US owned gaming platform Roblox over child safety concerns, joining several othe...

Peninsula Qatar - Technology - 8 days ago

Judge rules Department of Energy's climate working group was illegal

Meant to undercut EPA regulations, the group tried to work in secret.

Ars Technica - Science - 10 days ago

It Could Be the Next Blockbuster Drug. There's Just One Part No One Wants to Talk About. -- Jane C. Hu

No one knows how psychedelics work. The answer may be strange.

Slate - Technology - 13 days ago

'Cruel': ICE blocks funeral access to father who was caregiver to severely ill son

Maher Tarabishi, detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, was barred from attending the funeral of his son, Wael

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 14 days ago

Federal judge blocks Trump administration from detaining refugees in Minnesota

Judge John Tunheim issued a restraining order to block federal agents from arresting and detaining lawful refugees

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 14 days ago

When the judge meets the algorithm: AI tools entering India's courts

Indian courts are adopting AI and emerging technologies to tackle backlogs and bureaucracy, yet success depends on addressing ethical safeguards and effectively training judges and citizens for responsible implementation.

Global Voices - Technology - 2 months ago

US judge extends order blocking Trump's National Guard deployment in Portland

The Trump-appointed judge extended an earlier order blocking the National Guard deployment to Portland, which she said was 'unlawful' and unneeded.

Fox News - Science - 3 months ago

Federal judge upholds Hamtramck's Pride flag ban, dismisses lawsuit

Clashes over the Pride flag have divided the diverse city

Detroit Metro Times - Top Stories - 5 months ago

Federal judge rejects Trump admin's move to monitor border financial transactions

A federal judge granted relief to two Texas border businesses from the Trump administration's policy meant to curb money laundering by cartel members.

Fox News - Business - 7 months ago