Defamation
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Binance Sues Wall Street Journal for Defamation Over Reporting
Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has officially filed a defamation lawsuit against Dow Jones and Company over a February 23, 2026 article.
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Terry Xu Absent as Ministers Seek Damages in Defamation Case
Terry Xu, chief editor of The Online Citizen, was absent from a High Court hearing on Feb 26 where ministers sought damages in defamation suits.
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Daniel Andrews Mounts Forceful Defence in ‘Bike Boy’ Defamation Case
Former Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews and his wife, Catherine, have lodged a robust defence in a Federal Court defamation case, claiming the action is politically motivated.
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Sinn Féin Leader’s Husband Settles Defamation Suit Against Shane Ross
Martin Lanigan, husband of Sinn Féin president Mary Lou McDonald, settled a high-profile defamation case against former minister Shane Ross and his publisher after a High Court apology.
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Matt Kalil Sues Ex-Wife Haley Over ‘Invasive’ Divorce Revelations
Former NFL star Matt Kalil has filed a lawsuit against his ex-wife, social media influencer Haley Kalil, alleging defamation and invasion of privacy after she publicly discussed intimate details surrounding their 2022 divorce on a Twitch livestream. Kalil claims her…
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Brigitte Macron Cyberbullying Verdict: French Court Convicts 10, US Lawsuit Against Candace Owens Looms
A Paris court has found ten individuals guilty of cyber-bullying Brigitte Macron, France’s First Lady, for spreading false claims about her gender and sexuality. The landmark ruling includes suspended prison sentences and social media suspensions, setting the stage for a…
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Peter Nygard Loses Defamation Case Amid Prison Sentence: Key Facts, Legal Fallout, and Ongoing Appeal
Ex-fashion mogul Peter Nygard lost a high-profile defamation case to investor Louis Bacon, as the Manhattan court ruled Nygard had no evidence for his damaging claims. The ruling comes while Nygard is serving an 11-year sentence for sexual assault in…
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Linda Reynolds: Defamation Victory Leads to Bankruptcy Proceedings for Brittany Higgins
Former Liberal senator Linda Reynolds secured a high-profile defamation win against ex-staffer Brittany Higgins, resulting in bankruptcy proceedings that have far-reaching legal and reputational consequences.
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Trump’s $1 Billion Threat: BBC Faces Lawsuit and Leadership Shake-Up Over Edited Speech
Donald Trump has threatened a $1 billion lawsuit against the BBC over a Panorama documentary edit, prompting apologies and the resignation of top BBC executives. The controversy has ignited debates on impartiality, editorial standards, and the future of public broadcasting.
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Supreme Court Rejects Alex Jones Appeal: Sandy Hook Families Near $1.4B Judgment
The Supreme Court’s refusal to hear Alex Jones’ appeal brings Sandy Hook families closer to collecting $1.4 billion in damages, marking a pivotal moment in the long-running legal battle over Jones’ conspiracy claims.
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Sameer Wankhede’s Legal Fight: Bollywood, Netflix, and Reputation at Stake
IRS officer Sameer Wankhede, famed for high-profile drug investigations, has sued Netflix and Red Chillies Entertainment over his portrayal in Aryan Khan’s debut series, igniting fresh debate about law enforcement, media, and public perception.
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Judge Steven Merryday Dismisses Trump’s $15B Defamation Suit Against NYT
Federal Judge Steven Merryday has thrown out Donald Trump’s $15 billion defamation suit against The New York Times and Penguin Random House, sharply criticizing the complaint’s approach and giving Trump’s lawyers 28 days to refile.
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Trump’s $15 Billion Defamation Battle: New York Times Faces Historic Lawsuit
Donald Trump has launched a record-breaking $15 billion lawsuit against The New York Times and Penguin Random House, accusing them of a coordinated campaign to harm his reputation and influence the 2024 election. The legal fight spotlights deep tensions between…
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Appeals Court Upholds $83.3M Judgment for E. Jean Carroll Against Trump
A U.S. appeals court has upheld an $83.3 million defamation judgment against President $1 Trump for statements made about E. Jean Carroll, a former magazine columnist.