Politics

Supreme Court asked to settle dispute over Sturgeon inquiry documents

Supreme Court asked to settle dispute over Sturgeon inquiry documents

Scotland's information commissioner wants to challenge the Scottish government's use of exemptions to block the release of information.

Eastern Flank Commissioners urge von der Leyen to appoint special coordinator as Russian threat grows

Euronews

Eastern Flank Commissioners urge von der Leyen to appoint special coordinator as Russian threat grows

Five EU Commissioners from Eastern Flank states have urged President Ursula von der Leyen to create a special coordinator role, amid several urgent measures meant to address the growing Russian threats to the Baltics.

Euronews

United Ireland poll is 'off the table', says PM

United Ireland poll is 'off the table', says PM

Andy Burnham's visit comes amid calls from Stormont for increased funding.

Lack of rescuers hampers search and body recovery after Rasuwa flood

OnlineKhabar

Lack of rescuers hampers search and body recovery after Rasuwa flood

Kathmandu, August 28 Bidur Municipality Deputy Mayor Prabha Bogati has said a shortage of personnel on the ground is hampering rescue operations and the management of bodies following the Bhotekoshi flood. Speaking to Onlinekhabar, Bogati…

OnlineKhabar

Where northern lights may shine amid geomagnetic storm watches

Where northern lights may shine amid geomagnetic storm watches

If conditions are right, you may catch a glimpse of the northern lights.

Hannity: Trump ‘is on the ballot’ in midterms

Hannity: Trump ‘is on the ballot’ in midterms

Fox New host Sean Hannity on Wednesday said that President Trump is on the ballot for the midterms, a talking point that’s been hammered by strategists, lawmakers and voters alike throughout campaign season. Hannity told viewers, “ let me…

Pakistan: Protests continue in Azad Kashmir despite repression and internet blackout

France 24

Pakistan: Protests continue in Azad Kashmir despite repression and internet blackout

Harshly repressed protests that have shaken Pakistan-administered Kashmir since early June have continued through local legislative elections held in July and August. With internet access cut off and access by foreign media restricted…

France 24

Secrecy in Lawsuits Has ‘Run Amok,’ Scholars Say

The New York Times

Secrecy in Lawsuits Has ‘Run Amok,’ Scholars Say

Two recent studies say judges are not doing enough to protect the public interest in openness.

The New York Times

What is up with the controversial ‘mega’ immigration court hearings?

What is up with the controversial ‘mega’ immigration court hearings?

Mega master calendar hearings will only reduce the backlog if they produce legally sustainable orders.

Chris Penk: I need to address the elephant in the room

Stuff

Chris Penk: I need to address the elephant in the room

As far as exits from a cabinet go, imagine the top drawer of a bedroom dresser being opened slightly too far, then falling from that furniture onto your slippered foot

Stuff

Iran executes over 500 people in 2026: rights group

The Hindu

Iran executes over 500 people in 2026: rights group

At least 511 people have been executed so far in 2026, according to Norway-based NGO Iran Human Rights, including at least 29 people in connection with anti-government protests in January

The Hindu

House approves Destry Damayanti as BI new governor

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