Crime & Justice
Testimony concludes in Lindsay Clancy's Massachusetts murder trial after 85 witnesses. Closing arguments begin Thursday as jury decides between first-degree murder, second-degree murder, manslaughter, or not guilty by reason of insanity.
Le Pen and Bardella unite as French court verdict looms over 2027 bid
Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella present unified front as French courts prepare to rule on Le Pen's appeal, with potential implications for 2027 presidential…
HighFederal Judge Halts Border Wall Construction in Big Bend, Texas
A federal judge has issued a temporary injunction blocking the Trump administration's border barrier construction in Big Bend, Texas, following legal challenge…
HighPhone messages link influencer Deolane to alleged PCC money-laundering scheme
Influencer and lawyer Deolane Bezerra was arrested in a police operation investigating money laundering linked to the PCC crime faction. Phone messages, bank r…
HighAlabama Seeks Supreme Court Approval for New Congressional Map
Alabama has appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court to allow implementation of a new congressional voting map that would eliminate a Democratic-held district, after…
HighFBI: Brown University shooter motivated by 'accumulation of grievances,' planned attack for years
FBI investigation into Brown University shooting concludes suspect acted alone, driven by lifetime accumulation of grievances with no terrorism ties. Attack wa…
HighDOJ sues Chinese firms over immersion heaters that catch fire within minutes
The Justice Department is suing two Chinese companies to force a recall of Lakkzoom-brand immersion water heaters that can catch fire within minutes. Over 98,0…
HighKentucky mom charged after 22-month-old found with tattoo in 'deplorable' home
A 27-year-old Kentucky woman was arrested for fourth-degree assault after authorities discovered her 22-month-old child with a tattoo during a home visit that…
HighPolice Release Bodycam Footage of Luigi Mangione's Arrest
Police bodycam footage from Luigi Mangione's arrest has been released publicly, providing documented evidence of the law enforcement interaction.
HighFour men die in police confrontation in Bom Jesus da Lapa
Four men suspected of drug trafficking were killed in a confrontation with military police in Bom Jesus da Lapa, Bahia. Officers recovered four firearms, over…
MediumFederal Judge Dismisses Charges Against Salvadoran Man, Citing Vindictive Prosecution
U.S. District Judge Waverly Crenshaw dismissed criminal charges against Salvadoran man Kilmar Abrego Garcia, accusing the Justice Department of conducting a vi…
HighSNP embezzlement: How Murrell stole £400k—but his motive remains a mystery
Peter Murrell, former SNP chief executive, embezzled over £400,000 using privileged access to party accounts through credit cards and false data entries. Court…
HighBaroness Casey Criticizes Lenient Rape Sentences in Newscast Interview
Baroness Casey argues a judge was wrong to spare two boys jail time after rape convictions, raising questions about judicial consistency in sexual violence cas…
HighGunman apprehended after holding students, teachers hostage at Thai school
An armed man held students and teachers hostage at a school in southern Thailand before being apprehended after a few hours. At least one student was injured i…
HighAttorney General to Review Rape Sentences for Three Teenage Boys
UK attorney general to review sentences of three teenage boys convicted of raping two girls, after public outcry over non-custodial youth rehabilitation orders…
HighWelsh teenager named after death; five arrested in murder probe
Tristan Shae Kerr, 17, was found dead in Abertridwr, Wales on Thursday. Police arrested three men on suspicion of murder and two women on suspicion of assistin…
HighTwo Men Stabbed at Busy Upper West Side Corner; Delivery Worker Among Victims
Two men were stabbed Tuesday night at Amsterdam Avenue and West 82nd Street on Manhattan's Upper West Side. Both victims were hospitalized in stable condition…
HighYouTube Motivational Speaker Arrested for Burglary Despite Preaching Honesty
A YouTube motivational speaker in Odisha who preached honesty was arrested for burglary after police recovered stolen gold, cash, and other items from a Khanda…
HighCalifornia suspect released three times before killing woman, dying in deputy shootout
Derek Spencer was arrested three times and released before allegedly killing a 76-year-old woman in California, prompting prosecutors to criticize bail reform…
HighAt least 12 shot at Toledo street festival; manhunt underway
At least 12 people ranging from age 14 to 61 were shot near a street festival in Toledo, Ohio. Police are actively searching for suspects in the ongoing invest…
HighTwo men arrested after fuel theft at Co Antrim home
Two men aged 35 and 36 were arrested following a fuel robbery at a property in Cloughmills, Co Antrim on Friday afternoon. Police are appealing for information…
HighSeoul's Michelin-starred Evett fined for serving unapproved ant desserts
A two-Michelin-star Seoul restaurant and its chief executive were fined for serving desserts topped with ants, an unapproved food ingredient under South Korean…
HighFBI captures $32M COVID fraud fugitive in Jamaica after monthslong manhunt
Elaine Angene Escoe, accused of orchestrating a $32 million COVID-19 relief fraud scheme, was arrested in Jamaica after living under a fake identity and fleein…
HighToronto man charged in synagogue break-in amid rising antisemitic incidents
A 35-year-old Toronto man was charged after breaking into a North York synagogue and stealing religious items in August. Police recovered all stolen items and…
HighMan charged for wearing shirt mocking Hillsborough victims at FA Cup final
A 33-year-old man was charged after wearing a shirt mocking Hillsborough disaster victims at the FA Cup final. He faces charges of displaying threatening or ab…
HighChristchurch man charged with breaching Russia sanctions over drone supply
A Christchurch man in his 60s has been charged under New Zealand's Russia Sanctions Act 2022 for allegedly supplying drones to a company destined for Russia, f…
HighTikTok Settles Alabama Teen Addiction Case for $100 Million
TikTok agreed to pay Alabama at least $100 million to settle a teen addiction lawsuit days before trial, marking the latest legal challenge against social medi…
HighThai teen kills grandparents, seven at school before suicide in nation's worst shooting since 2022
A 14-year-old in Thailand killed his grandparents with their gun, then carried it to school where he shot five more people and wounded 23 before taking his own…
HighBritish author's mother seeks justice as Dominican Republic retrial opens
A 93-year-old Cambridge mother seeks justice as her daughter Lindsay de Feliz's murder case goes to retrial in the Dominican Republic after previous acquittals…
HighAfghan man arrested in death of British woman found in suitcase in Athens
A 26-year-old Afghan man has been arrested in connection with the death of a 38-year-old Scottish woman whose body was discovered in a suitcase in Athens. The…
HighTrump sued in federal court over paid early access to Truth Social posts
Trump faces federal lawsuit from media organizations over a $100,000-monthly scheme offering early access to Truth Social announcements, with plaintiffs allegi…
HighThree killed in shooting at San Diego mosque; two suspects found dead
Three people, including a security guard, were killed in a shooting at San Diego's Islamic Center. Two young suspects were found dead in a nearby vehicle; auth…
HighPrince Harry loses Daily Mail privacy lawsuit in setback for legal strategy
Prince Harry lost a high-profile privacy lawsuit against Daily Mail publisher, with commentators suggesting the legal defeat could have significant financial a…
HighMan Remanded in Custody After Armed Cellphone Robbery and Police Resistance
A man was formally charged and remanded in preventive detention for armed robbery of a cellphone at gunpoint and resisting police during a search of his home i…
HighRyanair Flight Diverted After Drunk Passenger Attempts to Open Exit Mid-Air
A Ryanair flight from London to Alicante was diverted to Toulouse after a drunk British passenger attempted to open the aircraft exit mid-air, prompting emerge…
HighWidow acquitted of husband's death after jury rejects beating theory
Alison Davis was acquitted of murdering her husband Kevin after he died from head injuries at their Indiana home. The jury rejected prosecutors' theory of a be…
HighKnife Attack Triggers Night of Violence Across Belfast Streets
A knife attack in Belfast on Monday night left one victim severely injured and sparked widespread violent disorder across the city, with masked groups attackin…
HighNT police find body of missing five-year-old girl; suspect at large
NT police discovered the body of missing five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby near Alice Springs, with a 47-year-old suspect still at large. The discovery ends…
HighHigh Court Overturns ZimGold Judgment, Orders Fresh Trial on US$35,695 Dispute
Zimbabwe's High Court overturned a magistrates' court judgment awarding US$35,695 to a painting contractor against ZimGold Industries, citing serious procedura…
HighMorocco's Hakimi ordered to stand trial on rape charge
French prosecutors confirmed Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape allegations dating to 2023. The PSG defender has consistently denied the a…
HighThree dead in Idaho shopping center shooting; gunman neutralized by police
A gunman opened fire at a shopping center in Twin Falls, Idaho on Saturday, killing two civilians before being shot dead by police. At least two others were in…
HighByju Raveendran sentenced to 6 months jail by Singapore court for contempt
Byju Raveendran, founder of edtech company Byju's, received a 6-month jail sentence from a Singapore court for contempt, with orders to surrender and pay $70,5…
HighMurder accused claims he accidentally stepped on pensioner after slipping
A Romanian national accused of murdering an 86-year-old woman claims he accidentally stepped on her after slipping on a spilled drink during a home invasion ro…
HighSANDF recovers stolen military weapons in Pretoria operations
South African Defence Force and police recovered stolen military weapons including grenade launchers and assault rifles in two operations, arresting three fore…
HighSony's $7.85M PlayStation settlement advances; gamers await modest wallet credits
Sony's $7.85M settlement over PlayStation Store pricing practices nears final approval, with eligible US gamers set to receive $1-3 in wallet credits for digit…
HighNYC man charged with hate crimes after assaulting worshippers at Manhattan synagogue
A 46-year-old New York City man faces hate crime charges after allegedly assaulting two people during Shabbat services at Central Synagogue in Manhattan, with…
HighCésar herda fortuna após morte de Odete em Vale Tudo remake
In the Vale Tudo remake, César inherits 50% of the TCA Group after Odete's death and becomes a police suspect, contrasting with the original 1988 version where…
HighClancy trial holdout juror hires attorney after mistrial, faces scrutiny
A juror who held out in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial has hired a former Trump lawyer to defend himself against public scrutiny following the mistrial declar…
HighSingapore confirms six long weekends in 2026; Actor Ian Fang begins 40-month sentence
Singapore will have six long weekends in 2026 due to public holiday scheduling. Former Mediacorp actor Ian Fang began a 40-month jail sentence for sexual offen…
HighUK fast-tracks hate crime prosecutions amid antisemitic attack surge
England and Wales prosecutors are accelerating hate crime charges following a surge in antisemitic incidents, including stabbings and arson. The CPS director a…
HighCornell gang rape case reopened after civil suit exposes alleged drugging, assault by seven fraternity members
A civil lawsuit against Cornell University and seven fraternity members over an alleged October 2024 gang rape has prompted authorities to reopen a criminal in…
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