# Court Case

All time

Law reform could expedite appeals over mental health detention

The length of time to appeal being institutionalised may be shortened if changes to the Mental Health Act are introduced. Campaigners say it is not enough to address the issue of “involuntary detention”.

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Aug 19th 2012, 8:45 AM

# backing

Bayern to give 'best support' to Franck Ribery in court case

Paris magistrates yesterday ruled that Ribery, along with Karim Benzema, will stand trial for alleged under-age solicitation.

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Aug 15th 2012, 11:41 AM

Evening Wrap

The 5 at 5 5 minutes, 5 stories, 5 o’clock…

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Jun 29th 2012, 4:53 PM

# so long spam

Twitter files lawsuit against spammers

The social networking company said it is suing five persistent spambots in an attempt to crack down on the high volume of spam encountered by users.

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Apr 7th 2012, 7:45 AM

# Nice Try

US lottery winner must pay cheated co-workers $10m

The man had claimed he won the money on a personal ticket – but a jury disagreed.

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Mar 14th 2012, 6:47 PM

# race row

Clubs call for 'celebration of football' as Terry and Ferdinand prepare to meet

The chairmen of Chelsea and QPR issued a joint statement today ahead of Saturday’s FA Cup fourth round tie between the clubs.

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Jan 25th 2012, 3:37 PM

# Egypt

Egypt bans 'virginity tests' by military rulers on women

The practice of the ‘tests’ had caused outrage among women and human rights groups.

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Dec 27th 2011, 5:54 PM

# Not Winning

Charlie Sheen's 'you're fired' court case to be heard in private

Sheen had requested a public hearing after he was axed from “Two and a Half Men” for “bizarre behaviour”. However the case will be heard away from prying ears and eyes.

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Jun 15th 2011, 8:36 PM

# Show Me The Money

Rooney court battle for £4.3m settlement continues

Another unwelcome distraction looms for the Manchester United striker as his former agent is given leave to pursue a £4.3m settlement.

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Feb 8th 2011, 6:16 PM