News roundup — March 17, 2014

By Mallory Hendry
Mar 17, 2014 / Share

Canada

New rules will make it easier to shut down 'problem' railroads, Reuters

Chief Justice Beverley McLachlin says 'reconciliation with First Nationas, not Charter' will define SCC in coming years, The National Post

B.C.'s proposed rules mean only two of 53 grocery stores in Vancouver will be able to sell liquor, Vancouver Sun


United States

U.S. panel says HTC, others did not violate FlashPoint patents, Reuters

Telecom company says justice department investigating 3G investment in Uzbekistan, Reuters


International

Japanese bank 'ensnared' in North American legal fallout over bitcoin losses, Reuters

India's supreme court rejects Nokia's appeal over asset transfer decision, Reuters