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Misconduct – Jury in Bruce Lehrmann trial thrown out

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The Bruce Lehrmann rape trial in Canberra has been ruled a mistrial after the jury was discharged.

It’s alleged a juror was found to have engaged in misconduct, accessing research paper on sexual assault they shouldn’t have.

Bruce Lehrmann is accused of raping Brittany Higgins in a ministerial office at Parliament House after a night out drinking with work colleagues in 2019.

He has pleaded not guilty to sexual intercourse without her consent.

The trial had been waiting for a verdict since late last week.

The court heard the prohibited research was uncovered when one of the court officers accidentally bumped one of the juror’s folders onto the floor.

When the officer picked up the clear plastic folder, he noticed part of a title of an academic research paper into sexual assault sticking out.

On Thursday, Chief Justice Lucy McCallum with “regret” ruled a mistrial.

“It has come to my attention that one of you.. has undertaken research in relation to issues in the case and that material has entered the jury room that ought not to have.”

“I have heard an explanation, and it may be that no harm has been done, but that is not a risk I can take,” she told the jury.

“During the course of the trial … I must have given the jury at least 17 warnings and prohibitions on undertaking any research of their own.

“This is an unexpected and unfortunate outcome in this trial,” she said.

Ms McCallum said given the circumstances, she had to discharge that juror and then the entire jury.

Ms Higgins and her partner David Sharaz were in the courtroom for the ruling.

Ahron Young is an award winning journalist who has covered major news events around the world. Ahron is the Managing Editor and Founder of TICKER NEWS.

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Trump delays Putin meeting until Ukraine peace progress

Trump postpones Putin meeting until progress on Ukraine peace is made following new sanctions on Russian oil companies

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Trump postpones Putin meeting until progress on Ukraine peace is made following new sanctions on Russian oil companies

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– Trump will not meet Putin until substantial progress in Ukraine conflict occurs.
– Extensive sanctions imposed on Russia’s oil companies follow the cancellation of a planned summit.
President Donald Trump announced he will not meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin until there is substantial progress on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
The decision follows the cancellation of a planned summit and the imposition of significant sanctions on Russia’s major oil companies.”I’m not going to be wasting my time,” Trump stated aboard Air Force One. He expressed disappointment despite previously having a strong relationship with Putin.

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The Trump administration imposed extensive sanctions on Russia’s largest oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil, marking a notable action since Trump took office. These sanctions target companies accounting for over 5% of global oil output.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent clarified that these measures were due to Russia’s inadequate commitment to peace in Ukraine.

China and India, which predominantly acquire Russian oil, have begun to reduce their imports following the sanctions. Significant Chinese oil companies, including Sinopec and PetroChina, are reportedly halting Russian oil purchases.

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The sanctions were enacted after a planned meeting in Budapest was canceled, as Russia refused to consider a ceasefire proposal that would involve withdrawing from contested regions.

Trump cited a lack of productive outcomes from discussions with Putin. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt mentioned insufficient interest from Russia in progressing towards peace.

Trump explained the difficulty of addressing the Ukraine conflict compared to other diplomatic achievements during his presidency, such as peace negotiations between Azerbaijan and Armenia.


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Markets brace for pivotal week following renewed US-China trade talks

Global markets brace for US-China trade talks, earnings, and inflation data impacting investor sentiment and central bank outlook.

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Global markets brace for US-China trade talks, earnings, and inflation data impacting investor sentiment and central bank outlook.


Global markets prepare for a critical week as US–China trade talks, major earnings, and inflation data could shift investor sentiment and central bank expectations.

Kyle Rodda from Capital.com breaks down the key risks and opportunities.

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Global markets steady ahead of CPI

Global equities stay strong near record highs as investors await US CPI data to assess central bank decisions.

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Global equities stay strong near record highs as investors await US CPI data to assess central bank decisions.


Global equities remain resilient, with Wall Street, Europe, and Asia near record highs as investors eye Friday’s US CPI data to gauge central bank moves.

Market watchers note cautious optimism amid ongoing volatility.

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