Africa
Ethiopia’s Tigray crisis: Accept our rule or no ceasefire, rebels say
Authorities in Addis Ababa earlier declared a unilateral ceasefire as the rebels retook much of the region and government officials fled
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US
Cannabis lawyers say Georgia Supreme court ruling creates ‘chilling effect’
With cannabis still illegal at the federal level, the court held that legal work related to the state’s burgeoning low-THC oil industry amounts to “counseling and assisting clients in the commission of criminal acts.”
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US
Trump company’s CFO surrenders ahead of expected criminal tax charges
The Trump Organization could face fines and other penalties if convicted.
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Courts
Suhum Presec student jailed for threatening to kill teacher
The convict pleaded guilty to a charge of threatening to kill his teacher and was convicted to two years imprisonment
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Crime
4 Arrested Over James Town Bullion Van Attack
The suspects, according to report, were fished from their hideouts at Kyebi by the Police at a mining site upon information gathered by the CID Headquarters in Accra
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Africa
Egypt and Suez ship owners agree on compensation
The ship blocked one of the world’s busiest trade routes, forcing companies to reroute ships and causing long tailbacks of hundreds of vessels
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General
Ghana needs a specialized court to deal with fake products, says Prof Dodoo
The Ghana Standard Authority is optimistic such a specialized court could help in reducing the menace of fake products on the market
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Africa
Black Met police chief wins her job back after tribunal says sacking was unfair
Supt Robyn Williams was dismissed in March 2020 after being convicted for possessing a child abuse video that she was sent unsolicited via WhatsApp and never viewed.
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US
Biden signs bill into law making Juneteenth a national holiday
June 19, now Juneteenth National Independence Day, is a US federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States
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Others
Double murder suspect accused of killing his girlfriend and daughter acts as his own lawyer
Oneal could get the death penalty if convicted.
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Africa
Mozambique prison prostitution exposé prompts inquiry
Mozambique’s Justice Minister is to investigate reports that staff at a women’s prison have been forcing inmates into prostitution.
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Asia
Deposed Myanmar Leader Aung San Suu Kyi on Trial for Corruption
The 75-year-old Suu Kyi is facing charges of illegally possessing unlicensed walkie-talkies and violating COVID-19 restrictions
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US
Mall owner Washington Prime files for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
The company said it has secured $100 million of so-called debtor-in-possession financing to aid operations during bankruptcy proceedings
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General
The Law on the deportation of criminals is clear-Asonaba Dappah
Miss Dappah appeared before the Appointment Committee of Parliament on Friday, June 11, 2021, to be vetted for her new role
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Others
Copa America can go ahead in Brazil, court rules
Judges held an emergency session on Thursday to consider requests to halt the competition because of the coronavirus pandemic
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Europe
French Court jails man who slapped President Macron for four months
Tarel attacked Macron when the French president was shaking hands with members of the public during a walkabout in France’s Drome region
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US
Trump Urges Countries To Ban Twitter And Facebook – Says ‘Perhaps’ He Should Have Done It
Trump issued a statement congratulating Nigeria for blocking Twitter on Friday
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Africa
Twitter ban in Nigeria: Can you be arrested for tweeting?
Chris Ewokor in Abuja has compiled this report for the BBC
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Courts
Court dismisses sacked FDA Lawyer’s injunction, gives “Okay” for airing “The Returned Bribe” documentary
Justice William Boampong has ruled that JoyNews can broadcast “The Returned Bribe” documentary
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General
Defence Minister promises stiffer legal actions against Galamsey Operators
Ghana’s Defence Minister, Dominic Nitiwul has warned that the government would continue to punish all persons involved in illegal mining operations in the country.
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