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Comedian Pandji Pragiwaksono underwent police questioning on February 2, 2026, regarding alleged SARA-tinged insults toward Toraja tribe funeral customs. The case has advanced to the investigation stage, though Pandji remains a reporting witness. He claims to be cooperative and has apologized for his joke.

February 02, 2026 Reported by AI Fact checked

ABC’s “The View” devoted part of its Monday, February 2, 2026 broadcast to the federal arrest and indictment of former CNN anchor Don Lemon, with co-host Ana Navarro arguing the case reflects political “gaslighting” and a broader attempt to deter reporters from covering sensitive stories.

Indonesia's National Central Bureau of Interpol issued a red notice for Mohammad Riza Chalid, a fugitive in a crude oil management corruption case, on January 23, 2026. Interpol has confirmed knowledge of his location in a member country and is coordinating for his arrest. The official announcement was made on February 1, 2026, in Jakarta.

February 02, 2026 Reported by AI

A Judicial Conduct Tribunal has cleared Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge of impeachable conduct in a sexual harassment case, but legal expert Dr Sheena Swemmer argues the report overlooks key constitutional principles on equality and power imbalances.

A federal judge has denied Minnesota's request to halt a Trump administration immigration enforcement operation in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, amid controversy over the fatal shooting of protester Alex Pretti. U.S. District Judge Katherine M. Menendez ruled that the state's arguments lacked sufficient precedent for judicial intervention. The decision allows Operation Metro Surge to continue while the broader lawsuit proceeds.

January 31, 2026 Reported by AI

Senate President Pro Tempore Panfilo Lacson has urged the Office of the Solicitor General to review the Supreme Court's 'fugitive disentitlement doctrine' to restrict legal avenues for fugitives like former congressman Zaldy Co and businessman Charlie 'Atong' Ang. The call follows a 2025 court decision clarifying rules on those evading justice. This aims to prevent accused individuals from seeking relief while avoiding court jurisdiction.