With the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge expecting a baby in July, British lawmakers are rushing to bring the laws governing royal succession into the 21st century.
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You May Now Call a Police Horse ‘Gay’ in the U.K.
A British law which had been used to prosecute a variety of poorly defined offenses will be amended, to the joy of British free speech advocates.
It’s a Dog’s Life: Court to Rule on Pet’s Sentimental Value
Can you put a price tag on man’s best friend?
Dog Gets Pro Bono Attorney in ‘Death Penalty’ Case
A pit bull in Georgia will receive pro bono legal representation to determine whether it should be euthanized after attacking a 5-year-old boy
Colorado Man Wins $7 Million in ‘Popcorn Lung’ Lawsuit
Popcorn enthusiast Wayne Watson is living proof that eating two bags of popcorn a day isn’t just bad for the heart. It’s murder on your lungs, too.
New George Zimmerman Evidence: 8 Things You Need to Know
Here are the major points from the latest trove of documents released by prosecutors in the trial of George Zimmerman for the shooting of Trayvon Martin.
This May Be the Best Internet Health Care Meme Yet
Hey, girl: Ryan Gosling’s got an opinion on the Supreme Court ruling he’d like to share with you.
Reading While Eating for June 25: Sweepstakes & Starry Night
Today’s links showcase a game of chance, a game-changing Supreme Court decision, and a game that is a work of art.
Should Undocumented Immigrants Be Allowed to Practice Law in the U.S.?
In an unprecedented case, the California Supreme Court is deciding whether Sergio Garcia, a 35-year-old undocumented Mexican immigrant, should be allowed to receive a law license in California.
Garcia, who has been waiting 18 …
Most-Sued Mascot Heads Back to Court
The Phillie Phanatic is hit with a lawsuit — again.
New York to Decriminalize Marijuana?
Governor Andrew Cuomo’s proposal could give a whole new meaning to the phrase ‘New York state of mind’.
Ontario Legalizes Brothels, Bodyguards to Protect Sex Workers
According to a ruling by Ontario’s highest court Monday, prostitutes may set up brothels and hire bodyguards, but solicitation on the street is still forbidden.