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legal battle

California vs. Trump: A Legal Tussle Over Environment and Immigration

January 21, 2025

In a clash of ideologies, California—known for its strict environmental rules—found itself at odds with the Trump administration. Over the years, the state filed about 123 lawsuits, costing around $10 million annually. These legal battles centered around three main areas: the environment, immigratio

politics

The Battle for Equal Rights: Biden’s Last-Minute Move

January 18, 2025

President Joe Biden declared the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) as officially part of the Constitution. This move, made in his final days in office, aims to secure equal rights for all Americans regardless of sex. Despite Biden's opinion, the ERA faces a bumpy road ahead. Legal challenges are expected

arts

Who Decides When Art Is Too Broken?

January 17, 2025

A funny thing happens when art breaks. Is it still art? That's the question at the heart of a new legal battle in New York City. The artwork in question is a "glass and wire mobile" created by famous sculptor Alexander Calder decades ago. It's made of intentionally broken, colored glass pieces and w

politics

Idaho Hospital Seeks Court Protection for Emergency Abortions

January 16, 2025

St. Luke’s Health System, Idaho's largest healthcare provider, has filed a lawsuit against Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador. They're seeking a federal court order to protect doctors from the state's near-total abortion ban when performing emergency procedures. The lawsuit comes as the Biden admi

politics

Court Says Trump Report Can Be Released, But More Legal Battles Await

January 10, 2025

A big decision came from the federal appeals court in Atlanta on Thursday. They said the special counsel's report on Donald Trump and the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack can be made public. But, there's a catch. The lower court's three-day hold is still in place, giving Trump time to appeal to the S

entertainment

Who's in the Spotlight: A Scandal's Key Players

January 4, 2025

When a scandal erupts in Hollywood, it's not just about the main actors. It's a web of publicists, lawyers, and agencies that get dragged into the mess. Let's take a look at who's involved in the recent drama. First off, there's Blake Lively. She's the one who sparked the controversy with her compl

celebrities

Hollywood's Lawsuit Shocker: Actor vs. Director Drama Unfolds

January 3, 2025

Imagine this: Hollywood director Justin Baldoni has decided to hit back by filing a lawsuit against the New York Times. He claims that actor Ryan Reynolds, who is married to Blake Lively, pushed him to leave his talent agency, WME. Not only that, Baldoni alleges that Reynolds stopped him from attend

entertainment

Why Did Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's Divorce Take So Long?

January 1, 2025

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt finally announced the end of their long-standing divorce saga. Eight years after splitting, they've reached a settlement. Fans and critics alike are curious: why so long? The famous couple, together for 12 years and married for two, started divorce proceedings in 2016.

education

Choosing the Best Student Loan Repayment Plan for Your Needs

December 31, 2024

The Education Department has reopened two repayment plans while facing legal battles over their new Saving on a Valuable Education plan, or SAVE. Republican attorneys general from Kansas and Missouri argue that President Joe Biden is trying to skirt around the Supreme Court's block on his debt cance

celebrities

Two Music Icons Face Old Assault Claim

December 27, 2024

Long gone are the days when Jay-Z and Diddy were solely in the limelight for their hit tracks. Recently, a federal judge has given a new twist to an old story involving these two music giants. A case dating back over two decades, which accuses them of assaulting a young girl, is refusing to fade awa