Iran's foreign influence bill has moved forward in parliament, potentially expanding criminal penalties for contacts with foreign media, universities, embassies and organisations. The proposal comes amid heightened security concerns in Tehran and could significantly affect journalists, academics and civil society. Foreign media law could expand criminal penal

Former Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud has been appointed by Russia to an international arbitral tribunal hearing Ukrainian state-owned Oschadbank’s claim over assets and operations lost during the war. The treaty case involves losses in four Ukrainian regions and marks a notable new international role for the former CJI. Oschadbank claim Oschadbank’s claim concerns assets and busines

Russia has merged several irregular combat units into a new Ukrainian Volunteer Spetsnaz Brigade, according to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW). The move has renewed concerns over the alleged use of Ukrainian prisoners of war in frontline combat, raising questions about compliance with international humanitarian law. Russia Forms Brigade Using Ukraini

A missing family member in the U.S. can leave relatives unsure where to begin. This guide explains when to contact law enforcement, what information to provide, how NamUs and NCMEC may assist, how to preserve useful records and how to use community and social media searches responsibly. Report the disappearance promptly When a family member cannot be located, contact the law enforcement agency serving the place where the person was last

US President Donald Trump has launched another attempt to narrow birthright citizenship, signing new executive orders that target birth tourism and several categories of foreign nationals. The move comes after the Supreme Court rejected his broader effort to deny automatic citizenship to children born to undocumented migrants and temporary residents. Trump birthright order targets birth tourism

Pakistan’s criticism of Al Jazeera over its coverage of election-related violence in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir has exposed a deeper issue: the dispute appears less about religion and more about scrutiny. The episode has renewed concerns about media freedom and digital censorship. PoJK unrest raises difficult questions The controversy followed unrest and allegations of electoral irre

ICE is seeking a $470,584 civil penalty from New York immigration attorney Suraj Raj Singh, alleging that 118 documents filed across 54 asylum-related cases repeated nearly identical persecution narratives. Singh may contest the notice before an administrative law judge. ICE alleges 118 fraudulent documents U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is seeking a $470,584 civil penalty from New Yo

Heavy rainfall has placed several Kerala districts on alert, with educational institutions closed and residents in vulnerable areas advised to remain cautious. Pathanamthitta, Sabarimala and Ranni face increased flood concerns after three weather stations recorded more than 100 mm of rainfall. Kerala Rain Alert Raises Statewide Concern Heavy rain continued across Kerala on Monday, prompting authorities to strengthen emergency preparat

An Abu Dhabi court dismissed a Dh100,000 Golden Visa compensation claim after an employee failed to prove that his employer promised a replacement contract. The court also found insufficient evidence tying the company to lost ILOE benefits or a Saudi job opportunity. An Abu Dhabi court has dismissed an employee’s Dh100,000 compensation claim against his employer, finding that he did not prove a promised replacement contr

The Padilla green card bill would replace the Registry’s January 1, 1972 cutoff with a rolling seven-year rule. Supporters say it could help more than 8 million long-term residents, including Dreamers, TPS holders and some H-1B workers, but the measure remains in committee. Sen. Alex Padilla renewed his push on July 27, 2026, for legislation that could allow millions of long-term U.S. residents to apply for lawful perman

Johnson & Johnson proposed a $5.5 billion settlement covering about 76,000 existing lawsuits alleging its talc products caused ovarian cancer. Johnson & Johnson Talc Settlement Covers About 76,000 Claims Johnson & Johnson has agreed to a proposed $5.5 billion settlement aimed at resolving nearly all remaining US lawsuits alleging that its talc-based baby powder and other cosmetic products caused ovarian cancer. The ag

The European Union reaches another major milestone in AI regulation on August 2, when key transparency obligations under the EU AI Act begin applying across the bloc. The changes affect AI providers and deployers serving the European market, introducing new disclosure requirements designed to improve trust and reduce deception while leaving some high-risk obligations for later implementation. Article 50 transparency rules begin

A grain ship sinks near Odesa days after suffering major damage in a Russian missile attack, according to Ukraine’s Sea Ports Authority. The strike on the Golden Leo killed 10 people and renewed concerns about Black Sea shipping, grain exports and global food security. Odesa ship attack damages Golden Leo The civilian cargo vessel Golden Leo sank in the Black Sea after being struck near Odesa

The Dharmendra Pradhan resignation demand remains the main hurdle in Centre-CJP talks over the NEET paper leak. While protesters seek political accountability, the government is focusing on NTA reforms, a tougher paper leak law and examination security.   The Dharmendra Pradhan resignation demand remains the central issue in talks between the Centre and the Cockroach Janta Party as both sides try to resolve the continuing agitation over alleged irregularities in th

A US federal appeals court has kept the Trump administration’s $100,000 charge on new H-1B petitions blocked, preserving a lower-court injunction while the government continues its appeal. The Trump H1B fee ruling affects employers, skilled workers and applicants following the wider immigration dispute. H-1B Fee Block Remains in Place On Friday, July 24, the Boston-based First US Circuit Cour

Iran’s Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni has urged BRICS nations to take a clear stand against attacks on Iranian territory, putting sovereignty, civilian protection and international law at the centre of the bloc’s New Delhi meeting while also seeking deeper cooperation on disaster resilience. BRICS Stand on Iran Speaking at the BRICS Ministers of Internal Affairs Meeting, Momeni said atta

Iran says the US military campaign delivered no strategic gains, as Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi urges Europe to defend international law and warns that states supporting attacks could deepen regional instability. Iran says US war brought no gains Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said the United States had secured no strategic gains from its military campaign agai

Amnesty International has called for an independent investigation into the Pakistan Kabul rehab strike that killed at least 269 people at a drug treatment centre in Afghanistan. The rights group says evidence gathered from the site does not support Pakistan’s claim that its forces attacked a military facility. Pakistan Kabul Rehab Strike Under Scrutiny The March 16 airstrike hit the Omid Reha

Apple has accused OpenAI of orchestrating a coordinated effort to obtain confidential hardware information through former employees, escalating a once-close partnership into one of Silicon Valley's biggest legal battles. OpenAI denies the allegations, and the claims remain unproven as the case moves toward discovery. Apple OpenAI trade secret lawsuit targets h

Last Updated: July 18, 2026 If an international student causes a fatal car crash in the United States, responsibility depends on the investigation, insurance coverage and state law. This guide explains liability insur