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Law news — September 18, 2026

Publications tagged with Law published on September 18, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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  1. PoliticsLawPatents

    Drunk Shakespeare Theater Producer Sues Amazon Over Trademark Use in 'Off Campus'

    Brass Jar, the company behind the Drunk Shakespeare-branded theatrical shows, has sued Amazon for allegedly using its trademarks without permission in an episode of Prime Video's YA ice hockey romantic-drama 'Off Campus'. The lawsuit claims that the show's fourth episode features an extended sequence set at a fictional college Drunk Shakespeare production, with multiple lines of dialogue referencing 'Drunk Shakespeare', without Brass Jar's authorization or consent. No monetary damages were specified, but Brass Jar is seeking attorneys' fees, treble damages, and/or statutory damages of up to $2 million per counterfeit mark.
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  2. ScienceBillLawExecutivePublic Health

    Gavin Newsom to Take Further Action on AI Safety Before Leaving Office

    California Governor Gavin Newsom plans to take additional steps to ensure the safety of artificial intelligence before leaving office. He has been at the forefront of implementing safeguards and increasing transparency in AI. Newsom's actions come amidst growing concerns about the potential risks of AI to humanity. He has previously signed a law establishing independent oversight of AI companies and safety checks. Now, he is considering a special legislative session and an 'AI kill switch'.
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  3. PoliticsBillLawMiddle EastNorth America

    China Pressures Iran to Rein In Houthis Amid Yemen Conflict

    Oil prices fell on Thursday following reports that China has urged Iran to help control the Houthi rebels in Yemen, after an appeal from Saudi Arabia. The Houthis' recent advances have disrupted Middle East supply routes, causing concern about global oil supplies. China, a major oil importer, has warned against escalating regional tensions. Meanwhile, the UN Secretary-General has called for de-escalation and diplomacy in the region.
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  4. WorldBillLawCivil RightsMiddle East

    Ukraine Condemns Russian 'Elections' on Occupied Territories

    The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs have condemned Russia's plans to hold 'elections' to the State Duma on temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. They stressed that these actions violate international law and the sovereignty of Ukraine, and that the results are legally void. Ukraine calls on international partners to condemn these actions, refrain from sending observers, strengthen sanctions, and support efforts to hold Russia accountable.
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