Law

Australia passes toughest hate crime laws in country's history, despite significant opposition

The Combating Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism (Criminal and Migration Laws) Act 2026 expands and strengthens Commonwealth criminal offences to address the spread of hatred and extremism.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attends a press conference following a shooting at Bondi Beach, at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, December 14, 2025.
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The new law that changes agreements in the real estate world

 Yonatan Urich, adviser to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seen before a press conference in Tel Aviv on October 3, 2022.

Israeli court lifts restrictions on former Netanyahu aides in Bild leak scandal

Justice Minister Yariv Levin (R) speaks with MK Simcha Rothman (L) at the Knesset, November 26, 2025; illustrative.

Knesset approves first reading of bill to make Police Investigation Department independent


Netanyahu’s lawyer requests court hearing on security arrangements during PM’s testimony

The Jerusalem Regional Court bench on Wednesday ordered court management and the Shin Bet to procure by December 2 a report on the expected security arrangements.

 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu walking outside his office at the Knesset, Israel's parliament in Jerusalem on November 11, 2024.

Bill to privatize Israel’s public broadcaster passes preliminary vote

Karhi: no need for publicly funded broadcasting. Lapid: attack on Israeli democracy

 MK Tally Gotliv court hearing on the case of the "Rosh Yehudi" association against the Tel Aviv Municipality which prevents against the holding of the traditional Yom Kippur prayer in the public space at Dizengoff Square, at the Supreme Court in Jerusalem. October 9, 2024.

October 7 victims decry Likud plot to block state probe with political inquiry

The new probe will begin within 30 days after the government announces the end of the Israel-Hamas War or after a year passed since the new legislation will reportedly be made.

 Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at the Knesset, November 18, 2024.

Netanyahu's Chief of Staff investigated for Oct 7 protocol tampering

Tzachi Braverman is being investigated for forgery and fraud offenses related to attempts to alter transcripts and protocols of cabinet discussions from the beginning of the war

 Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu (L) speaks with Cabinet secretary Tzachi Braverman during the weekly government conference at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem on June 17, 2018.

Meta will face antitrust trial over Instagram, WhatsApp acquisitions

The FTC sued Meta's Facebook in 2020, during the Trump administration, alleging that the company acted illegally to maintain its social network monopoly.

 Meta announces testing of facial recognition.

Israeli court rules child can remain in Israel after fleeing abusive father in US

An Israeli court has allowed an abused mother and her child to remain in the country, rejecting the father's claim of abduction under the Hague Convention.

 An illustrative photo of a young child holding someone's hand.

Australia proposes 'world-leading' ban on social media for children under 16

A number of countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, though Australia's policy is one of the most stringent.

 Social media and digital online concept, man using smart phone.

Knesset passes controversial law allowing expulsion of terrorists' family members

These findings suggest that terrorists knowing their families could face consequences may deter them from carrying out attacks.

Inside the Knesset building.

New York Mayor Adams faces criminal indictment, vows to fight charges

Mayor Eric Adams anticipates federal charges from a corruption probe, declares innocence, and vows to remain in office despite calls to resign.

 FILE PHOTO: New York City Mayor Eric Adams speaks during a news conference at 1 Police Plaza in New York City, US, April 3, 2024.

Top municipalities awarded for excellence in building law enforcement

The Land Enforcement Authority awarded seven local committees for excellence in enforcing building laws, based on criteria like indictments, court rulings, demolition orders, and violation surveys.

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