Rodiston Ltd v Canik - Loan Recovery

The England and Wales High Court (Commercial Court) issued judgment in favor of Rodiston Limited, a Seychelles-registered company, against defendants Murat Canik and Miral Turizm Insaat Petrol Sanayi Ve Ticaret Anonim Sirketi for recovery of principal sums and interest under three loan agreements dated June 2012, February 2013, and August 2013. The defendants failed to appear despite proper service via the Hague Convention. Case No: CL-2018-000766.

Finco International AG v Integra Petrochemicals Europe AG - Contract Dispute

The England and Wales High Court (Commercial Court) ruled on 27 March 2026 in a commercial contract dispute between Finco International AG and Integra Petrochemicals Europe AG regarding a 10kt methyl tertbutyl ether (MTBE) cargo contract. The court addressed delivery term modifications from DES ARA to CIF ARA, vessel nomination validity for M/T Aramon, and terminal access disputes. Case No: LM-2025-000007.

Hoarean v Read - Funeral Arrangements Dispute

The England and Wales High Court (Chancery Division) issued judgment in Hoarean v Read [2026] EWHC 763 (Ch), a dispute between divorced parents over funeral arrangements and disposition of ashes for their 18-year-old son Theo, who died on 31 August 2024. The mother Julie Hoarean appealed Chief Master Shuman's December 2024 order granting limited letters of administration to father Paul Read for funeral arrangements. The appeal was heard on 23 March 2026 before Mr Justice Rajah.

Bhattacharya v Armstrong - Bankruptcy Property Dispute

The England and Wales High Court (Chancery Division) issued a judgment in Bhattacharya v Armstrong confirming the Joint Trustees' entitlement to a freehold property at 100 Redcliffe Gardens, London SW10 9HH that was jointly owned by the Bankrupts prior to their bankruptcies. The court ordered the property to be sold with vacant possession and net proceeds paid to the Trustees for bankruptcy purposes. This decision follows an earlier judgment ([2025] EWHC 597) and a consequentials hearing in March 2025.

Hampshire County Council v A Mother & Ors - Child Care Fact-Finding

Mrs Justice Judd delivered a fact-finding judgment in care proceedings PO25C50093 at Portsmouth Combined Court on 30 March 2026. The court determined whether injuries sustained by a two-and-a-half-year-old child (Z) in March 2025, which proved fatal, were inflicted or accidental. The case involved Hampshire County Council as applicant against a mother and father with two children under care proceedings.

Ksy Juice Blends UK Ltd v Citrosuco GmbH - Contract Price Determination

UK Commercial Court handed down judgment in Ksy Juice Blends UK Ltd v Citrosuco GmbH regarding contract price determination for orange juice pulp wash (Wesos) supply. The court determined remaining issues following the Court of Appeal's reversal of an earlier finding on the 'agreement to agree' doctrine. The case originated from a 2018 supply contract between the parties for three-year period commencing January 2019.

Gordiy v Finadvant Ltd - Share Purchase Agreement Dispute

The England and Wales High Court (Chancery Division) dismissed Ms Gordiy's application to vary or set aside an order requiring her to pay £22,500 to Finadvant Ltd and £22,500 to PNL Fintech BV. The dispute arose from the failure of a Share Purchase Agreement for Rameeta Limited, an FCA-authorised payment institution, which lapsed on 18 February 2023 after Ms Gordiy failed to complete the sale of her shares.

Publication 1099 General Instructions for Information Returns

The IRS has converted the General Instructions for Certain Information Returns (Forms 1096, 1097, 1098, 1099, 3921, 3922, 5498, and W-2G) from standalone instructions to Publication 1099. This is a formatting reorganization that consolidates the instructions into a new publication format. The change affects employers, financial institutions, brokers, and other entities that file information returns for tax year 2026.

SSA Information Collection Request - mySocial Security Security Authentication PIN

The Social Security Administration published a notice requesting public comments on an information collection package for the mySocial Security Security Authentication PIN process (OMB No. 0960-0846, 20 CFR 401.45). The collection supports enhanced identity verification procedures for direct deposit changes. Comments are due April 30, 2026.

New Postal Products

The Postal Regulatory Commission issued a notice regarding Postal Service filing under Docket Nos. MC2026-175 and K2026-175 for a negotiated service agreement on the Competitive product list. The notice invites public comments on whether the filing is consistent with policies of title 39 and identifies 39 U.S.C. 3632, 3633, 3642 and 39 CFR parts 3035 and 3041 as applicable requirements.

Clarification of Off-the-Record Procedure Rules

The Postal Regulatory Commission issued a final rule amending 39 CFR Parts 3010 and 3012 to clarify permissible informal, off-the-record procedures at prehearing conferences. The rule specifies that prehearing conferences, technical conferences, settlement conferences, and alternative dispute resolution are not considered ex parte communications when proper notice and participation opportunities are provided. The rule takes effect April 30, 2026.

Competitive Postal Products Rate Filing

The Postal Regulatory Commission issued a notice on March 31, 2026 announcing the Postal Service's filing of time-limited rate adjustments for Competitive products. The rate changes are scheduled to take effect April 26, 2026 and revert to current levels on January 17, 2027. Public comments are due April 2, 2026 under Docket No. CP2026-4.

Information Collection Request Comment Notice

CMS published a Federal Register notice announcing a 60-day public comment period on a proposed information collection (CMS-10752) under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The collection relates to Medicare and Medicaid program information gathering. Comments must be received by June 1, 2026.

Digital Health Technologies in Clinical Investigations - Request for Comments

FDA's Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) and Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) have issued a Request for Information on the use of Digital Health Technologies (DHTs) in clinical investigations for drugs and biological products. The agency seeks stakeholder input on opportunities, challenges, and best practices before potential future regulatory activities. Comments are due June 1, 2026.

FDA Decision Denying Hearing Request on TRADIPITANT Approval Refusal

The FDA issued a decision denying Vanda Pharmaceuticals' request for a hearing regarding CDER's proposal to refuse approval of NDA 218489 for TRADIPITANT capsules (85 mg) for the treatment of gastroparesis symptoms. The decision upholds the complete response letter issued September 18, 2024, and the Notice of Opportunity for Hearing published January 16, 2025 (90 FR 4748).

Combined Notice of Filings

FERC published a Combined Notice of Filings listing new filings received between March 25-26, 2026. The notice covers accounting requests, exempt wholesale generator self-certifications, and electric rate filings including tariff amendments and compliance filings. Comment deadlines range from April 15-16, 2026 depending on the specific docket.

Combined Notice of Natural Gas Pipeline Rate and Accounting Filings

FERC published a combined notice of filings received for natural gas pipeline rate and accounting matters. The notice covers five dockets including rate filings by Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America LLC and Eastern Gas Transmission and Storage Inc., a tariff amendment by Equitrans L.P., and accounting requests by Garden Banks Gas Pipeline LLC. Comment deadlines range from April 2 to April 15, 2026.

FERC Environmental Assessment for Ruedi Hydroelectric Project Amendment

FERC has released an Environmental Assessment (EA) for City of Aspen's non-capacity license amendment application for the Ruedi Hydroelectric Project No. 3603 in Colorado. The proposed amendments include construction of a new powerhouse, penstock extensions, a 1.2-megawatt turbine/generator unit, tailrace, and bypass line. Staff concluded the amendments would not constitute a major federal action significantly affecting the human environment. Public comments are due April 27, 2026.

East Branch Hydroelectric Project Jurisdictional Inquiry

FERC issued a notice of pending jurisdictional inquiry regarding Vermont DEC's request for a determination on the unlicensed East Branch Hydroelectric Project located on the East Branch of the Missisquoi River in Orleans County, Vermont. The Commission is examining whether the project requires licensing under Section 23(b)(1) of the Federal Power Act based on Commerce Clause jurisdiction and post-1935 construction connected to the interstate transmission grid.

FERC-1005 Credit Sharing Extension Request

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission published a Notice requesting public comments on extending FERC-1005 (Credit Related Information Sharing Between RTOs/ISOs) for three years. The Commission proposes no changes to ongoing reporting requirements but is removing burden associated with a completed one-time information collection from the 2023 Final Rule (Docket No. RM22-13-000). Comments are due June 1, 2026.

Natural Gas and Price Index Reporting - Comment Request

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is soliciting public comments on the three-year extension of FERC-552 (Annual Report of Natural Gas Transactions) and FERC-549E (Price Index Data Providers and Developers). There is no change to the information collection requirements themselves. Comments are due April 30, 2026, under OMB Control Nos. 1902-0242 and 1902-0328.

IRO Reliability Standards Information Collection Extension Request

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is soliciting public comments on the extension of FERC-725Z (Mandatory Reliability Standards: IRO Reliability Standards). This information collection maintains existing reporting requirements with no changes. Comments are due April 30, 2026. The document references OMB Control No. 1902-0276 and Docket No. IC26-1-000.

Fiduciary Duties in Selecting Designated Investment Alternatives

The Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) published a proposed rule (RIN 1210-AC38) clarifying fiduciary prudence duties under ERISA for selecting designated investment alternatives in participant-directed individual account plans, including asset allocation funds containing alternative assets. The proposal implements Executive Order 14330 and provides a safe harbor for plan fiduciaries. The 62-day comment period closes June 1, 2026.

Modification of Class E Airspace at Denver International Airport

The FAA issued a final rule modifying Class E airspace at Denver International Airport, Colorado. The action modifies Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface, removes Class E airspace extending upward from 1,200 feet above the surface, and makes an administrative update to the airspace legal description. The rule supports safety and management of instrument flight rules operations.

Active-Duty Dental Program Claim Form Information Collection Renewal

The Department of Defense has submitted to OMB for clearance a proposal to renew the Active-Duty Dental Program (ADDP) Claim Form (OMB Control Number 0720-0053). The notice invites public comments on this information collection affecting Service Members who receive dental care in the private sector. The collection involves 75,000 respondents generating 300,000 annual responses with 75,000 total annual burden hours.

US Military Academy Candidate Admission Procedures Information Collection Request

The Department of the Army (DoD) published a 60-day notice under the Paperwork Reduction Act seeking public comments on the United States Military Academy's candidate admission procedures information collection (OMB Control No. 0702-0060). The notice invites comment on necessity, accuracy of burden estimates, and ways to minimize respondent burden. Comments must be received by June 1, 2026.

Army Claims Service Proposed Information Collection Comment Request

The U.S. Army Claims Service published a 60-day information collection notice under the Paperwork Reduction Act, seeking public comments on proposed collection of information for processing claims for personal property lost, damaged, or destroyed incident to government service. Comments are requested by June 1, 2026. The collection involves DD Forms 1842 and 1844 under OMB Control Number 0702-PROP.

Revised Non-Foreign Overseas Per Diem Rates

The Defense Human Resources Activity published Civilian Personnel Per Diem Bulletin Number 331 updating reimbursement rates for government travel to non-foreign areas outside the continental US, including Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and US possessions. The CY 2026 lodging rate review resulted in rate changes for multiple locations, with the updated rates taking effect April 1, 2026.

Freedom of Information/Privacy Act Request for Adjudication and Vetting Records Information Collection

The Department of Defense has submitted a 30-day information collection notice to OMB under the Paperwork Reduction Act for the Freedom of Information/Privacy Act Request for Adjudication and Vetting Records form (OMB Control No. 0704-0561). The collection, which is voluntary, applies to individuals requesting personnel vetting records from DCSA and involves approximately 1,005 respondents with 84 annual burden hours.

Shipbuilding Industrial Base Demographics Survey - Comment Request

The Department of the Navy published a 60-day notice under the Paperwork Reduction Act seeking public comments on a proposed Shipbuilding Industrial Base Demographics Survey (OMB Control No. 0703-0086). The survey will collect data on demographics, training requirements, and occupational experience of the shipbuilding defense industrial base to comply with Section 1026 of the FY2021 NDAA. Comments are due by June 1, 2026.

Passport Service Data Collection

The Department of the Army, Installation Management Command G1 Passport Services Division/DoD Passport and Visa, announces a proposed public information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The collection covers DD Form 1056 (Authorization to Apply for a No-Fee Passport and/or Request for Visa) used to process official passport and visa applications. Comments on this proposed collection are requested by June 1, 2026.

WIC Overseas Program Information Collection OMB Review Notice

The Department of Defense has submitted to OMB for 30-day review the WIC Overseas Program eligibility application information collection (OMB Control No. 0720-0030). The collection applies to 14,550 respondents applying for or recertifying WIC Overseas benefits, with an estimated annual burden of 7,275 hours. Comments on the proposed collection are due April 30, 2026.

Paperwork Reduction Act Information Collection for Pentagon Space Use Permits

The Department of Defense's Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) is seeking public comment on a proposed information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The collection covers DD Form 2798 (Application/Permit for Use of Space on the Pentagon Reservation), which requires individuals and organizations seeking to use Pentagon public space to submit permit applications. Comments are invited through June 1, 2026.

Foreign-Trade Zone Production Activity - Stadler US Inc. Passenger Rolling Stock

The Foreign-Trade Zones Board published a notice that Stadler US Inc. submitted a notification of proposed production activity for its Salt Lake City facility within Subzone 30G. The company proposes to manufacture passenger rolling stock including commuter rail trains, power modules, and undercarriages using various foreign-status materials and components. Public comments are invited on this proposed activity.

Codex Committee on Food Labelling - Public Meeting Notice

The U.S. Codex Office announced a public meeting on April 23, 2026 to receive comments on agenda items and draft U.S. positions for the 49th Session of the Codex Committee on Food Labelling (CCFL49). CCFL49 will be held May 11-15, 2026 in Ottawa, Canada. The meeting will be held via video teleconference from 1:00-3:00 p.m. ET.

USDA Professional Standards Trainings and Tracker Tool - Information Collection Extension

USDA Food and Nutrition Service published a notice inviting public comments on extending the Professional Standards Trainings and Tracker Tool (PSTTT) information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The PSTTT assists State agencies and school nutrition professionals in searching for trainings, recording, and tracking required training hours in nutrition, operations, administration, and communications to meet Healthy Hunger Free Kids Act (HHFKA) of 2010 Professional Standards requirements. Comments must be received by June 1, 2026.

Walnut Planet GmbH - Capital Investment Offer Without Required Prospectus

BaFin issued a consumer protection alert indicating that Walnut Planet GmbH, registered in Pfäffikon (Schwyz), Switzerland, is offering capital investments in walnut cultivation (combined lease and service agreements in Serbia) to the public in Germany without publishing the required prospectus under section 6 of the German Capital Investment Act (VermAnlG). The investment is offered via walnutplanet(.)com. Investors should verify prospectus approval status in BaFin's prospectus database before engaging with this or similar offerings.

BaFin fines TC Unterhaltungselektronik AG under WpHG for financial disclosure violation

BaFin imposed an administrative fine of €15,000 on TC Unterhaltungselektronik AG on 20 March 2026 for failing to publish the required announcement stating when and where its annual financial information for FY2024 would be publicly available. The company violated Section 40c of the German Securities Trading Act (WpHG), which mandates disclosure of financial report availability to ensure equal access for all stakeholders. The maximum statutory fine for this violation is €10 million or 5% of total revenue.

Proposed LIHEAP FY25 Funds Reallotment to States Territories Tribes

The ACF Office of Community Services announces a preliminary determination that $2,697,089 in FY25 LIHEAP funds and $484,019.07 in IIJA funds (total $3,181,108.07) are available for reallotment to states, territories, tribes, and tribal organizations that received FY26 direct awards. This notice opens a 30-day comment period ending April 30, 2026.

TANF Financial Report Form ACF-196T OMB Review

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) requests a 3-year extension of the TANF Financial Report Form ACF-196T for tribal agencies administering TANF programs. ACF proposes significant updates to streamline and improve instructions, reducing estimated review time by 33 percent (from 1.5 to 1 hour per response). Annual burden decreases from 306 to 200 hours. Public comments are due April 30, 2026.

FCC Affirms $60,000 Fine for PIRATE Act Violations

The FCC released an order affirming a $60,000 civil forfeiture penalty against Aaron Streeter for violations of the Preventing Illegal Radio Abuse Through Enforcement (PIRATE) Act. The enforcement action addresses unauthorized radio broadcasting operations conducted without FCC authorization. This is a final order resolving the enforcement matter.

Citrix NetScaler CVE-2026-3055 Critical Memory Overread Vulnerability

CISA added CVE-2026-3055 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. This critical memory overread vulnerability (CVSS 9.3) affects Citrix NetScaler ADC and Gateway when configured as SAML IDP. Affected versions include 14.1 before 66.59 and 13.1 before 62.23. CISA confirms active exploitation with automatable attack capability and total system impact potential.

ISDA Position Paper on EC Market Integration and Supervision Package Proposal

ISDA published a position paper on March 30, 2026, responding to the European Commission's Market Integration and Supervision Package (MISP) proposal. The paper outlines four key reform recommendations: sequencing of Level 1 and Level 2 legislation effective dates, enhancement of no-action relief processes, inclusion of a secondary competitiveness mandate for ESMA, and provisions addressing supervisory failures and service suspensions. The MISP falls under the EU Savings and Investment Union agenda and is currently subject to political negotiations.

Next Steps on a Much Improved Basel III Endgame

ISDA CEO Scott O'Malia published informal comments on the revised US Basel III endgame proposal, noting it represents a major improvement over the 2023 original. The commentary highlights positive changes including removal of the output floor for market risk under FRTB, adjustments to internal models testing, and recognition of cross-product netting in SA-CCR calculations. However, ISDA flags that the SA-CCR methodology remains overly conservative and calibration needs further refinement.

Building Cleaning Services Tender - 18 Sites

Crown Commercial Service published a tender opportunity for building cleaning services across 18 sites operated by Co-op Academies Trust in the North West of England. The contract spans three lots covering Manchester/Liverpool, Staffordshire, and West Yorkshire, with bids closing on 15 May 2026 and the contract commencing 1 September 2026.

Walking Trail Works at Drumaness Mills Football Club

Drumaness Mills Football Club, through the UK Contracts Finder portal, published an open tender notice for walking trail works. The contract has a duration of approximately one month (25 May 2026 to 24 June 2026) and is open to all interested suppliers via the MultiQuote portal. Bids close on 28 April 2026 at 12pm.

GLOPAC 28th Training Program for Overseas Banking Regulators

Japan's Financial Services Agency (JFSA) announced the completion of the 28th GLOPAC training program held January 27 to February 5, 2026, hosting 12 officials from overseas banking regulatory authorities. The program, conducted through the Global Financial Partnership Center, trained officials from emerging economies on Japan's approach to banking regulation and supervision.

Third Expert Panel Meeting on Corporate Governance Code Revision

Japan's Financial Services Agency announced the third meeting of the Expert Panel on the Revision of the Corporate Governance Code (2025-2026), scheduled for April 3, 2026, from 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm. The meeting will be held at Common Special Conference Room No.1, 13th floor, and streamed live on the FSA Official YouTube Channel. Minutes will be published after the meeting.

Revision of AML/CFT Guidelines for Financial Institutions

The Japan Financial Services Agency revised its Guidelines for Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism along with corresponding FAQs. The revisions aim to strengthen financial institutions' AML/CFT frameworks. Both the updated guidelines and FAQ document were published on March 31, 2026.

Trends in High-Speed Trading Report Update

The Japan Financial Services Agency published an updated version of its 'Trends in High-Speed Trading' report incorporating data as of December 2025. The report tracks registered high-speed trading operators under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act registration framework that was established by May 2017 amendments and enforced in April 2018.