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Donald Trump's open threats to commit war crimes in Iran have raised concerns about his impunity. The US Supreme Court's recent ruling in Trump v United States has given him reason to believe he can act with impunity within the US. However, there are international options for prosecution that lie beyond the court's lawless license.Trump's plan to bomb Iran and destroy civilian infrastructure, such as desalination plants, electrical-generating facilities, and bridges, would violate international humanitarian law's rule of proportionality. The destruction of civilian infrastructure would have a disproportionate impact on civilians, and therefore, it is not justified.The International Criminal Court (ICC) has charged Russian military commanders with war crimes for attacking electrical infrastructure in Ukraine. Similarly, Trump's actions could be prosecuted as war crimes. However, the ICC has no jurisdiction over crimes committed on Iranian territory since Iran is not a member of the ICC.There are alternative routes for prosecution. The Iranian government could join the ICC and grant it retroactive jurisdiction, similar to what Ukraine did to allow prosecution of Russian war crimes. Additionally, under the concept of universal jurisdiction, governments can use their national courts to prosecute certain crimes even if committed by non-nationals abroad.A group of countries, such as the European Union, NATO, or the G7, could establish an international tribunal to address crimes committed in Iran, including war crimes and aggression. This would allow Trump to be prosecuted as soon as the tribunal is established, without waiting for him to leave office.

Australian cricket legend David Warner has been charged with drink-driving after a roadside breath test on Easter Sunday. He was allegedly stopped at a roadside breath testing unit at Maroubra in Sydney’s east.Police allege Warner was driving a van that stopped and parked short of the testing site. Officers approached the vehicle and breath-tested Warner, who returned a positive result for alcohol, police said.He was arrested and taken to Maroubra police station for further testing, where he produced a blood alcohol reading of 0.104 – more than twice the legal limit.Warner, 39, has had a distinguished cricket career, recently captaining the Karachi Kings in the Pakistan Super League and previously playing for the Sydney Thunder in the Big Bash. He has also worked as a commentator for Fox Cricket.However, Warner has not been without controversy, having been suspended for a ball-tampering scandal and admitting to punching future England captain Joe Root at a nightclub in 2013.He will face Downing Centre local court in Sydney on the drink-driving charge on May 7.

Rohan Dennis took to Instagram on Monday night to condemn what he called a "false narrative" spun by the press following the death of his wife, fellow Olympian Melissa Hoskins, in a car accident near their Adelaide home. In his post, the former world‑time‑trial champion wrote that the media wanted to portray him as "the husband who abused his wife," a characterization he vehemently denies. In May 2025, Dennis received a 17‑month suspended sentence after pleading guilty to an aggravated act likely to cause harm. He was not held criminally responsible for Hoskins' death, but the court imposed a $100 fine, a two‑year good‑behaviour bond, and a five‑year licence suspension. Earlier this year, Dennis sparked further controversy by posting a photo of a black Porsche with the caption "What an absolute weapon," prompting South Australia’s victims’ rights commissioner, Sarah Quick, to label the post "deeply offensive." He later shared a picture of his two children, calling them "two absolute weapons," which intensified media scrutiny. Denning’s Instagram statements accuse journalists of harassing his family, claiming they asked him if he was a murderer and how he felt "knowing he killed his children’s mother." He asserted, "I have ALWAYS been against any sort of abuse against women, especially the one who gave birth to my children." During sentencing, Judge Ian Press emphasized that Dennis was not charged with causing Hoskins' death, noting that she "held on to the car as you accelerated" before falling. The judge’s remarks underscored the legal distinction between the aggravated act and the fatal outcome. Denis’s career highlights include two world titles in the road time trial, a silver medal in the team pursuit at the 2012 Olympics, and a bronze in the road time trial at the Tokyo Games. Hoskins herself was a two‑time Olympian, competing in the team pursuit in 2012 and 2016 and contributing to Australia’s 2015 world‑title squad. By calling the coverage "pathetic journalism" and urging media outlets to "back off and leave my family alone," Dennis seeks to shift public focus from the tragedy to what he perceives as sensationalist reporting.

Thousands of independent UK businesses are preparing for heating‑oil expenses to more than double after the Iran war sent Europe’s fuel markets to fresh record highs.Roughly 7% of all small and medium‑sized enterprises (SMEs) heat their premises with oil, and in many rural locations the figure climbs to about 17%, according to the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), which represents around 200,000 firms and sole traders.With many rural firms off the gas grid, they depend on heating oil—a kerosene derivative linked to jet‑fuel prices. Prices have surged dramatically: a supplier charged 54.9p per litre in January and demanded 129p per litre by late March, a rise of 116%. One hotel and restaurant owner in North Yorkshire, Anthony Jenkins, reported that his annual oil bill, normally around £3,000, is now unaffordable.Jenkins said he has cut fuel usage by half and is asking guests to lower radiator settings rather than open windows. He also hopes to shift to solar‑heated water as daylight hours increase.The FSB has urged the UK competition watchdog to extend its probe of the heating‑oil market to include SMEs, noting that the same shock has lifted North‑west European jet fuel to $1,900 per tonne and diesel to $1,600 per tonne, according to Argus.Trade bodies warn that the volatility creates a fertile environment for rogue energy brokers who may push small firms into unfavorable long‑term contracts. Tina McKenzie, policy chair of the FSB, stressed the need for stricter broker regulations, noting that many SMEs lack the bargaining power of larger corporations.Small businesses also miss out on the government’s household energy‑price cap and other consumer protections, despite their energy usage resembling that of households. McKenzie added that the market’s rapid evolution leaves many firms “nervous and vulnerable”.Proposals to tighten broker oversight, including tighter scrutiny by Ofgem, are pending new legislation. An Ofgem spokesperson said the regulator has reminded suppliers and brokers to “treat customers fairly, prioritize transparent pricing and good consumer outcomes”, acknowledging the “concerning volatility” caused by the Middle‑East conflict.

Two British nationals and a UK‑Pakistani dual national have been remanded in custody after being charged with arson for setting fire to four ambulances owned by the Jewish volunteer organisation Hatzola in Golders Green, north London.The March 23 attack destroyed the vehicles and shattered nearby windows, yet, according to the London Fire Brigade, no one was injured.Police identified the suspects as 20‑year‑old Hamza Iqbal and 19‑year‑old Rehan Khan; the third, a 17‑year‑old dual national, remains unnamed for legal reasons. All three were arrested in East London, charged with arson and “reckless endangerment,” and did not enter a plea during a 45‑minute hearing at Westminster Magistrates Court.Investigators also disclosed that a fourth person has been arrested in connection with the incident.Prime Minister Keir Starmer described the incident as a “deeply shocking antisemitic arson attack”. The Metropolitan Police are treating the case as a hate crime, with counter‑terrorism officers leading the probe, although it has not yet been classified as a terrorist offence.In response, police have pledged to increase security around Jewish community sites across London.The three defendants are scheduled to appear at London’s Central Criminal Court (the Old Bailey) on April 24.The Iran‑aligned extremist group Harakat Ashab al‑Yamin al‑Islamiya (HAYI) claimed responsibility, echoing previous attacks attributed to the group in Belgium and the Netherlands.

US senators have strongly rebuked Ticketmaster for increasing ticket fees following a regulatory crackdown on hidden charges. This move has been described as a 'bait and switch' tactic, leaving consumers with higher costs.The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) had mandated Ticketmaster to disclose all concert ticket fees upfront, known as all-in pricing, starting last May. In response, the company removed the order processing fee charged at the end of a transaction. However, documents obtained by the Guardian reveal that Ticketmaster simply raised other fees to offset the loss, potentially violating the FTC's ban on misleading fees.Senator Richard Blumenthal from Connecticut expressed his concerns, stating, 'Ticketmaster seems to believe it has a get-out-of-jail-free card to ignore antitrust and consumer protection laws. The FTC is going to have to choose whether to protect consumers and enforce the law, or cave to Ticketmaster lobbyists.'The FTC had sued Ticketmaster and its parent company, Live Nation Entertainment, last September for hiding mandatory fees until the end of the transaction. Ticketmaster claims it complies with the FTC's all-in pricing rules.In response to the criticism, Ticketmaster stated, 'Since May 2025, tickets on Ticketmaster.com have displayed the full price upfront in line with the FTC's all-in pricing rule. We also provide explanations of fees during the purchase process and maintain a dedicated page with additional information.'Senator Elizabeth Warren from Massachusetts also criticized Ticketmaster, saying, 'Too many giant monopolies think the law doesn’t apply to them, and it’s American families who are forced to pay the price.'An ongoing federal trial is examining whether Ticketmaster operates an illegal monopoly in the live music industry. The company denies these allegations.

Brady Ebert, the former guitarist of the Grammy-winning US hardcore band Turnstile, has been charged with attempted second-degree murder after allegedly hitting the father of the band's frontman, Brendan Yates, with his car.On March 29, police found William Yates outside his home with trauma to his lower extremities, with a broken bone protruding from his leg. According to reports, Ebert drove up to the house, honked and swore, then drove off, before returning. Yates's family members said that Ebert drove into him as he attempted to run away after Yates threw a rock at his car. Ebert allegedly returned an additional time to tell Yates that he 'deserved it'.Ebert, 33, was arrested and taken into custody on March 31. He is also charged with one count of first-degree assault and is being held without bond. In court, Ebert protested his innocence and insisted that surveillance footage of the incident would 'contradict' his accusers' statements.The band Turnstile stated that William Yates is recovering from surgery to treat 'severe physical trauma' to his legs and expressed their gratitude at his survival. Ebert was a founding member of Turnstile, formed in 2010, and a childhood friend of Brendan Yates. He left the band in 2022.In their statement, the band explained that they had cut ties with Ebert 'in response to a consistent pattern of harmful behaviour' affecting himself, the band, and the community.

Out of roughly 43 million Americans who collectively owe close to $1.7 trillion in student loans, only a limited number have seen their balances wiped clean. For those fortunate few, the impact has been profound, reshaping financial stability and opening new career possibilities.Laura Kluss, a 41‑year‑old clinical social worker from Sacramento, California, received forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program at the end of 2025. Her loan, which had ballooned into the six‑figure range, was reduced to zero, allowing her to consider a shift from government work to the private sector without the weight of debt.Earlier this week, the U.S. Department of Education began alerting approximately 164,000 additional federal borrowers that they may qualify for automatic loan discharge. The outreach focuses on individuals who attended any of more than 150 colleges alleged to have misled students about graduation rates, employment outcomes, or true program costs.For borrowers like Kimberly from Pennsylvania, the news feels like “hitting the lottery.” She explained that the forgiveness will enable her to settle other obligations, such as her mortgage and vehicle loan, and she warned that “college is a scam unless you become a doctor or a lawyer,” urging prospective students to consider trade schools instead.Ian Hobbs, a 43‑year‑old adjunct professor in Arizona, also saw his loans discharged, yet he stresses lingering repercussions. He noted that a high debt‑to‑income ratio has blocked mortgage approvals and job opportunities for over a decade, describing the experience as akin to “indentured slavery.”Jennifer Alfonso, a disabled stay‑at‑home wife from Florida, is awaiting a decision on a Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) discharge. She said that relief would prevent automatic deductions from her SSDI benefits, which currently leave her barely able to cover basic living costs.Alfonso also cautioned others to verify a school’s accreditation, recounting her own ordeal with an unaccredited institution that forced her to restart her nursing education after transferring credits.Brad Hufeld, a retiree in Delaware, Ohio, has carried a loan for 23 years after his college closed before he could graduate. He highlighted the personal toll, including the loss of his mother during that period, and urged borrowers to read the fine print before signing up for any program.A woman in her 60s working at a bottling plant in Kentucky, who filed for Chapter 13 bankruptcy two years ago, expressed hope that forgiveness could finally allow her to retire and keep her bills current.Finally, a 65‑year‑old semi‑retired truck driver in Texas, whose loan finances a truck‑driving certification rather than a degree, said that discharge would improve his credit score and provide much‑needed financial relief, adding a reminder to “do your homework before committing to any educational path.”p>

Tottenham's new head coach, Roberto De Zerbi, has issued an apology for his previous comments on Mason Greenwood, the Marseille forward who faced charges of attempted rape and assault in 2022. De Zerbi faced backlash from fan groups, including Proud Lilywhites, Women of the Lane, and Spurs Reach, due to his remarks about Greenwood. In his first interview with Tottenham's in-house media, De Zerbi stated, 'I have never wanted to downplay the issue of violence against women or violence against anyone more broadly.' He emphasized his commitment to standing up for vulnerable individuals and expressed regret for any offense caused by his previous statements. 'I am sorry if I offended anyone's feeling with this subject matter – I have a daughter and I'm very sensitive to these things, and I always have been.' Greenwood was charged in October 2022 but the charges were dropped in February 2023 due to a lack of witnesses and new evidence. He has since joined Marseille and denied the allegations. De Zerbi's appointment as Tottenham's head coach was met with criticism from the Tottenham Hotspur Supporters' Trust, who expressed 'serious and far-reaching concerns' over his comments on Greenwood.