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Judge Denies Defense Request to Disqualify Norfolk DA and Imposes No Sanctions in Karen Read Murder Case

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In Dedham, Massachusetts, Judge Beverly J. Cannone has denied a defense request to disqualify or impose sanctions on Norfolk District Attorney Michael Morrissey regarding his extrajudicial comments and other decisions made in the controversial Karen Read murder case. The judge determined that no egregious misconduct had occurred that could substantially prejudice the defendant’s right to a fair trial, leading to her denial of the motion. Responding to the ruling, Read’s defense attorneys refrained from commenting. This recent decision follows another denial by Judge Cannone on Tuesday, concerning the defense’s request to dismiss the case. The … Read more

Myanmar’s Junta Imposes Mandatory Military Service Amid Rebel Conflicts

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Yangon, Myanmar’s military junta has announced compulsory military service for young men and women in response to armed rebel forces seeking greater autonomy across the country. State media reports that all men aged 18-35 and women aged 18-27 will now have to serve for up to two years. Specialists like doctors up to the age of 45 must serve for three years. The service can be extended to a total of five years in the ongoing state of emergency. The announcement came as the junta struggles to suppress armed opposition to its rule. Since October, … Read more

Controversial Utah Law Imposes Strict Bathroom Regulations Based on Assigned Sex at Birth

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Salt Lake City, Utah – A new law in Utah has stirred controversy as it requires individuals to use public school and government building restrooms based on the sex assigned to them at birth. This legislation only permits exceptions for those who can prove they have undergone gender-affirming surgery and have legally changed their gender on their birth certificates. Trespassing, loitering, or lewdness charges could be imposed on those who violate this law. While ten other states already have similar restrictions on restroom usage, bills proposing similar laws are being considered in states like West … Read more

Former President Trump’s Closing Argument in Jeopardy as Judge Imposes Unyielding Limitations

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New York, NY – Former President Donald Trump’s plan to present part of his closing argument in his fraud trial is uncertain after he failed to meet a deadline to agree to limitations set by Judge Arthur Engoron. The judge had instructed Trump to adhere to a limited gag order and refrain from defaming the New York attorney general and her staff, to which Trump’s attorney strongly objected. The email exchange between Engoron and Trump’s defense counsel was made public on Wednesday, revealing Engoron’s refusal to negotiate further on the limitations he had imposed. Faced … Read more