Legal

Bank employee arrested for bomb joke at Brasília airport

October 26, 2025 João Silva

Bank employee Karyny Virgino Silva was arrested in flagrante by Federal Police at Brasília International Airport after claiming there was a bomb in her bag during check-in. The incident, described as a bad-taste joke, did not affect flights and prompted a request for provisional release from her defense. Karyny, with no criminal record, confessed the mistake in her statement.

Outreach programme launched to empower communities against unscrupulous lawyers

Legal practitioners in Kariega, Eastern Cape, hosted a community outreach engagement on Friday to launch national campaigns educating the public on reporting dishonest attorneys. The initiative addresses growing concerns over accountability in the legal profession, following the disbarring of 57 attorneys since 2018 for misconduct including theft from vulnerable clients. The programme seeks to increase awareness and reporting of such cases.

Nadiem Makarim's lawyer denies certainty of state loss in Chromebook case

October 27, 2025 Raj Patel

Nadiem Makarim's lawyer, Tabrani Abby, stated that the Rp1.98 trillion state loss in the alleged corruption case of Chromebook procurement at Kemendikbudristek is not certain. He also denied that the WhatsApp group 'Mas Menteri Core Team' was created specifically for that procurement. The statements were made during a press conference in Jakarta on Monday (October 27, 2025).

Court upholds Stockholm's block on new preschool

October 28, 2025 Maria Karlsson

Stockholm's administrative court has ruled in favor of the city in a unique case blocking Norlandia from opening a new preschool in Hägersten. The decision was based on the risk of over-establishment due to insufficient children. The ruling is seen as historic and potentially guiding.

Senate Democrats demand investigation into Trump's pardon of Binance founder

Seven Senate Democrats, led by Elizabeth Warren, have called for a federal probe into President Donald Trump's pardon of Binance founder Changpeng Zhao. The lawmakers question the pardon's legality amid concerns over potential financial ties between Zhao and Trump. They warn that the action could erode trust in law enforcement and encourage white-collar crimes.

Hisbah cancels Kano TikTokers' planned wedding

The Kano State Hisbah Board has halted the proposed wedding between social media creators Idris Mai Wushirya and Basira ‘Yar Guda, deeming it a pretentious arrangement to avoid legal repercussions. The board's decision follows an investigation into their relationship, originally referred by a court. The case may now return to court if reconciliation fails.

President of DF aquatic federation resigns after unpaid hotel bill

October 28, 2025 João Silva

Victor Gonçalves, president of the Distrito Federal Aquatic Sports Federation (FDA-DF), resigned on October 27, 2024, citing health reasons, after the entity was sued by a São Paulo hotel for a R$21,000 debt. The unpaid amount covers lodging and meals for 31 people at the Troféu Chico Piscina event in October. Parents of athletes reported payment irregularities and filed a police report.

Indian court treats XRP as property in WazirX dispute

A Madras High Court judge has ruled that cryptocurrency qualifies as property under Indian law, barring WazirX from reallocating a customer's XRP holdings. The decision came in a case involving customer Rhutikumari after a hack affected the exchange. This precedent may influence how crypto exchanges handle user assets during insolvency.

Simón Levy reports assassination attempt in Washington and denies Portugal detention

October 29, 2025 Juan Pérez

Businessman and former tourism undersecretary Simón Levy recounted an alleged assassination attempt on his life in Washington, D.C., from which he escaped unharmed in a bulletproof vehicle. Meanwhile, Mexico City's prosecutor's office confirmed his detention in Portugal due to two active arrest warrants. Levy rejected the official account and accused Morena-linked individuals of threats.