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Judge in strip search class action awards woman $93,000 after she was illegally searched by NSW police
Police admitted to unlawfully strip-searching Raya Meredith in 2018 at Splendour in the Grass and withdrew all witnesses before court hearingA woman who was illegally strip-searched by NSW police has been awarded $93,000 in a landmark class action that alleged the vast majority of strip searches conducted between 2018 and 2022 at music festivals were unlawful. Justice Dina Yehia handed down her findings in the NSW supreme court on Tuesday in a class action brought by Slater and Gordon Lawyers and the Redfern Legal Centre against the state of NSW over allegedly unlawful strip-searches conducted by police at music festivals, including strip-searches of children.
IND vs PAK, Asia Cup 2025 Final: India Wins Amid On-Field Drama
Whatever be the rights and wrongs of the Indian cricket establishment cold-shouldering Pakistan, there is no denying the fact that India recording seven straight wins, including three against Pakistan, has brought both relief and joy to cricket fans across the country.
Shiv Sena MP Ravindra Waikar Directs Upgrades At Mumbai’s HBT Trauma And Cooper Hospitals, Urges Early Opening Of Siddharth And Oshiwara Hospitals
During a review meeting held at Cooper Hospital, Waikar instructed that a cath lab be set up at the Trauma Hospital. Additional Municipal Commissioner Dr. Vipin Sharma, present at the meeting, briefed the MP on patient care and daily hospital operations.
At White House, Netanyahu apologizes to Qatar over Doha strike…
At White House, Netanyahu apologizes to Qatar over Doha strike.(Third column, 3rd story, link) Related stories: Mystery fleet of US Air Force tankers crossing Atlantic stirs echoes of Iran strike. Ahead of secret military meeting.
Officials place Des Moines schools leader on leave after his arrest by immigration agents
DES MOINES, Iowa — Officials put the leader of Iowa’s largest school district on administrative leave Saturday, a day after federal immigration agents arrested him because they said he was
Lawyer for suspect in Charlie Kirk killing wants more time to review evidence
A lawyer for a 22-year-old man charged with killing Charlie Kirk asked a judge for more time to review the large amount of evidence in the case before deciding if the defence will seek a preliminary hearing. A preliminary hearing would determine if there is enough evidence against Tyler Robinson to go forward with a trial.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath Interacts With Youth At 17th Tribal Youth Exchange Program In Lucknow
Welcoming the visiting youth, the Chief Minister congratulated the youth of Uttar Pradesh and urged them to dedicate themselves to the cause of national unity and integrity. He also extended greetings on the occasion of Sharadiya Navratri and Vijayadashami.
Lemkin relatives move to block US institute from using his name
The dispute comes after the institute’s repeated accusations against Israel, which began soon after the Oct. 7 massacre.
Gaza peace plan speculation rises as Netanyahu meets Trump at White House
Gaza peace speculation rises as Israeli PM Netanyahu prepares for a White House meeting with US President Trump. Reports suggest the US may announce a deal to halt fighting and free hostages, with Arab partners supporting the plan. Israel is still undecided, while Hamas claims it has not been presented with the proposal.
South Korea-US trade deal: Seoul says can’t ‘pay $350 bn in cash’; seeks alternative solution
South Korea has rejected President Trump’s assertion that it will provide $350 billion in upfront cash for a tariff reduction deal, clarifying the funds were pledged as loans and guarantees. Seoul’s officials warned that such a massive cash outflow would trigger a financial crisis, despite its reserves.