Smelt test: Trump order overrides California’s fish-protecting rules to maximize water supply

Trump investigates damage to California's mountain fire Panels, such as Branden Williams, Bill Essay, and Kevin Killy, will join Fox News @Night and evaluate the damage from the wildfire for President Donald Trump's visit to California. President Donald Trump has implemented in order to maximize water supply in the aftermath of the fatal mountain fire […]
New Zealand relaxes visa rules to lure digital nomads and influencers | New Zealand

New Zealand has alleviated visa rules to attract so -called “digital nomaders” to support tourism and economy. Visitors can work remotely for foreign employers while visiting New Zealand for up to 90 days. Visas can be extended to up to 9 months, but during this time visitors may need to pay taxes. Nicola Willis, the […]
Judge rules lawmakers can subpoena DA Fani Willis | FOX 5 News

A judge rules Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis can be subpoenaed by the state Senate. This comes as they continue to … source
Federal court rules warrantless ‘back door’ digital searches unconstitutional in victory for privacy rights

Privacy advocates worried about government overreach were awarded a victory in federal court when warrantless “backdoor” digital searches were ruled unconstitutional. The FISA Section 702 program allows federal authorities to search without warrant for digital information in databases collected in cases unrelated to the subject of the search. Both Democrats and Republicans approved this evidence-gathering […]
UK to soften tax rules for wealthy foreigners after millionaire exodus, Rachel Reeves says – CNBC

UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves speaks on CNBC's Squawk Box outside the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, January 22, 2025. Jerry Miller | CNBC Britain will ease some planned changes to controversial non-Dom tax rules, the Treasury has confirmed, following fears of an exodus of billionaires. Britain's 200-year-old non-dom system exempts people who live […]
DA Willis violated open records act, judge rules | FOX 5 News

Meanwhile, Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis suffered a defeat in a civil case over open records. A Fulton County … source
Court rules elephants cannot pursue their release from Colorado zoo because they are not human

The Colorado Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that five elephants at a Colorado zoo have no legal right to seek release because they are not human. The court said the ruling “does not erase our respect for these majestic animals.” “Rather, the legal question here ultimately boils down to whether elephants are human beings,” the court […]
Trump rules only the Stars and Stripes will be flown at State Department buildings around the world

WASHINGTON — President Trump's State Department said Tuesday it's time to be proud of the Stars and Stripes again. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday banned the display of any flag other than the Stars and Stripes on State Department facilities, from domestic buildings to foreign outposts, and banned gay pride and Black Lives […]
Trump issues orders aiming to drill in contentious Alaska areas, revisit Biden climate rules

President Trump issued two executive orders late Monday aimed at ramping up oil and gas drilling, including in disputed areas of Alaska. One of the orders calls for drilling to begin in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and National Petroleum Refuge. The other would begin a review of all policies that “burden the development of […]
Minnesota Supreme Court rules sides with Republicans against Gov. Tim Walz over special election

Minnesota Supreme Court a favorable judgment was given The percentage of Republicans who claimed Democratic Gov. Tim Walz unfairly called for a special election in a fight for control of the Legislature. The court ruled that Walz prematurely called a special election in House District 40B, canceling the election scheduled for Jan. 28. Republicans now […]