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.
LSU Holds Ex-NFL Players Off Roster Amid SEC Legal Battle
LSU excluded former NFL players Dae'Quan Wright and Zxavian Harris from its season opener roster despite a Louisiana court ruling clearing their eligibility, a…
HighThree Dead, Including Gunman, in Targeted Shooting at Rhode Island Hockey Rink
Three people, including the suspect, were killed in a targeted shooting at a Rhode Island hockey rink Tuesday. Authorities believe the incident stemmed from a…
HighFour men charged with murder in Leicester stabbing death
Four men have been charged with murder following the stabbing death of 24-year-old Arad Niakan in Leicester on Wednesday. Additional charges include possession…
HighTurley: Comey indictment over shell art post threatens First Amendment protections
Law professor Jonathan Turley argues the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey over a shell art post showing '86 47' fails constitutional scrutiny unde…
HighSupreme Court Declines to Block $656M Judgment Against PLO and Palestinian Authority
The Supreme Court declined to halt a $656 million judgment against the PLO and Palestinian Authority, allowing the verdict to stand without further judicial in…
HighMuseveni sworn in for seventh term as Uganda's longest-serving ruler
Uganda's 81-year-old President Yoweri Museveni was sworn in for a record seventh term following disputed January elections, extending his 40-year rule amid hea…
HighBrazil's police report AI-generated deepfakes in nearly half of fraud cases
Brazilian Federal Police report that nearly 50% of fraud cases now involve AI-generated videos and audio deepfakes, marking a significant shift in criminal tac…
HighChina, Russia condemn U.S. indictment of Raúl Castro as political escalation
The US has indicted former Cuban leader Raúl Castro for murder, prompting China and Russia to condemn what they view as American threats against Cuba and polit…
MediumNorth Carolina officer suspended after viral video shows woman punched during arrest
A Shelby, North Carolina police officer has been placed on administrative suspension after a doorbell camera video went viral showing the officer punching a wo…
HighDeath in police custody sparks violent protests across Italy
A Moroccan man died while being restrained by Italian police in Bologna, triggering widespread protests and violent clashes that injured dozens. PM Meloni call…
HighAlan Jones trial: Broadcaster allegedly paid teen $110,000 over decade, court hears
Former radio broadcaster Alan Jones faces 22 indecent assault charges. On day two, a complainant testified about alleged payments totaling $110,000 over a deca…
HighPolícia identifica mulher que deixou recém-nascida em lixeira no DF
Brazilian police identified a 23-year-old woman who gave birth unexpectedly and abandoned her newborn in a trash bin in Brasília. She faces potential charges o…
HighTwo men guilty of being part of ‘violent mob’ at asylum hotel protest in Epping
Lee Gower, 43, and Phillip Curson, 53, joined originally peaceful demonstrations outside the Bell Hotel on July 17 last year.Two men have been convicted of ...
MediumEvergrande founder sentenced to life in prison as China's property crisis persists
China's Evergrande founder receives life sentence for fraud and bribery, with net worth zeroed. The conviction underscores ongoing turmoil in China's property…
HighBritish couple's Iran jail term extended in secret hearing, family says
A British man jailed in Iran on espying charges has had his 10-year sentence extended by two years for speaking to media, with his wife also detained. Both den…
HighMet Museum's Galliano Honor Sparks Backlash Over Designer's Hate Crime Conviction
The Metropolitan Museum's plan to honor fashion designer John Galliano has drawn criticism due to his 2011 hate crime conviction for antisemitic remarks, despi…
HighCaitlin Clark avoids serious injury after fall in Fever preseason game
Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark exited a preseason game after colliding with Dallas Wings defender Alanna Smith but avoided serious injury. Clark scored 21 po…
HighUK protests erupt over teen's death while handcuffed by police
Henry Nowak, a UK teen, died from stab wounds while handcuffed by police, sparking widespread protests and allegations of police misconduct. The case has drawn…
HighNJ Man Charged After Using Fire, Fireworks as Cover for $10K Walmart Jewelry Heist
A NJ man was arrested for allegedly using camping fuel and fireworks to spark a massive fire at a Maryland Walmart, creating a diversion to steal $10,000 in je…
HighHong Kong authorities raid bookstores, arrest five over 'seditious' titles
Hong Kong police raided bookstores and arrested five people over titles deemed seditious, with officials warning booksellers to ensure publications don't viola…
High9/11 Mastermind's Trial Delayed to June 2028 as Legal Disputes Persist
A U.S. military judge set June 2028 as the trial date for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and three co-defendants accused of planning the September 11 attacks, pushing…
HighThree killed, four wounded in Beverly Crest shooting; sixth mass shooting in California this month
Three people were killed and four wounded in a shooting in Beverly Crest, Los Angeles early Saturday morning, marking the sixth mass shooting in California thi…
HighTwo arrested after woman thrown from window in Valencia rental dispute
Police arrested two men in Valencia for attempted murder after throwing a 51-year-old woman from a second-floor window during a room rental viewing. Two additi…
HighSikh group demands public inquiry into Henry Nowak death and police response
The Sikh Federation is calling for a public inquiry into the death of Henry Nowak, citing police failures and misinformation about the murder weapon that has s…
HighSon of Zárate security official arrested after armed confrontation with police
The son of Zárate's security subsecretario was arrested following a shootout with naval and federal police. He had an active warrant and robbery history; the s…
HighAustria Opens Police Station in Hitler's Birth House, Sparking Debate on Nazi Legacy
Austria opened a police station in Adolf Hitler's birthplace in Braunau am Inn after a €20 million renovation, sparking debate about historical responsibility…
HighChinese tea chain ordered to pay Louis Vuitton $1.5M for logo infringement
A Chinese court ordered tea chain Molly Tea to pay Louis Vuitton $1.5 million for using a logo similar to the luxury brand's floral monogram, with the company…
HighSony faces Mexican antitrust complaint over disc-free PS5 strategy
Sony faces an antitrust complaint in Mexico for discontinuing physical media on PlayStation 5, with critics arguing the move restricts consumer choice and gami…
HighBodies of slain couple found after NSW police officer charged with murder
Australian police found bodies of missing couple Jesse Baird and Luke Davis, allegedly murdered by ex-boyfriend and senior police constable Beau Lamarre-Condon…
HighDalit man killed in suspected honour killing over interfaith marriage in Hyderabad
A 25-year-old Dalit man was stabbed to death in Hyderabad by his brother-in-law over opposition to his interfaith marriage. Police arrested the main accused an…
HighSydney daycare teacher charged with assaulting toddler on multiple occasions
A 26-year-old Sydney childcare educator has been charged with seven counts of common assault and one count of assault occasioning bodily harm against a two-yea…
HighSchool shooting in Philippines kills three, injures five; one suspect arrested
A shooting at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City, Philippines killed three people and injured five. One suspect was arrested while another remains…
HighHazteOír backs Begoña Gómez's bid to halt jury trial, citing judicial bias
Begoña Gómez, spouse of Spain's president, seeks to stop her jury trial, claiming Judge Peinado acts against her due to her marital status. Conservative group…
HighAustralia tightens migration laws on antisemitism; Bondi suspect charged with 59 offences
Australia's federal government plans to strengthen migration laws to exclude people with antisemitic views. This follows the Bondi Beach shooting suspect being…
HighAlex Jones Sandy Hook verdict reduced on appeal
A Texas appeals court has reduced Alex Jones's defamation verdict owed to Sandy Hook families, though the exact reduction amount was not specified in available…
HighChile's Security Minister Unveils Plan to Triple Carabineros Salaries Amid Crime Surge
Interior Minister Steinert unveiled a National Security Plan featuring salary increases for Carabineros trainees from 80,000 to 800,000 pesos and higher pay fo…
HighPrince Harry loses appeal bid in UK security funding case
UK High Court rejected Prince Harry's appeal against the Home Office's decision to deny public-funded security for him and his family during UK visits, followi…
HighMinneapolis shooting kills 2; suspect dead after police exchange
A shooting in downtown Minneapolis killed two people and resulted in the suspect's death during a police gunfire exchange. The incident began as a custody exch…
HighSydney gardener fined $187,500 for destroying 287 protected trees for mansion's water views
A Sydney gardener was fined $187,500 for orchestrating the unlawful removal of 287 native trees from protected bushland to improve a harbourside mansion's wate…
HighIceland's Crime Fiction Paradox: A Nation With Few Murders, Many Mysteries
Iceland has virtually no homicides yet crime fiction dominates its literary market, creating a unique challenge for writers to craft believable murder narrativ…
HighTeen gangster recaptured after police use girlfriend as bait
A 19-year-old gangster facing murder and drug charges was recaptured in Tamil Nadu after escaping police custody in handcuffs, with authorities using his girlf…
MediumSisters claim police negligence in 'Putney pusher' case after brother's death
Sisters of Nicholas Brandram, suspected in the Putney pusher case, claim he was innocent and that police negligence contributed to his death by suicide.
HighSpanish court suspends 15-month sentence for fan's racist abuse of Rashford
A 19-year-old Spanish fan received a 15-month suspended prison sentence, venue ban, and fines for racial abuse directed at Marcus Rashford, sparking debate ove…
HighLA shooting kills 3, injures 4 amid deadly US gun violence weekend
Three people were killed and four injured in a Los Angeles shooting early Saturday, part of a deadly weekend across California that included mass shootings in…
HighSchool shooting near Bangkok kills at least 2, injures 15; shooter dead
A student opened fire at Debsirin School in Thailand's Nonthaburi district, killing at least 2 and injuring 15 others before dying by self-inflicted wound. The…
HighMan charged with murder after stray bullet kills 12-year-old in Bronx bodega
A 45-year-old man was charged with murder after a 12-year-old boy was killed by stray gunfire during a street confrontation outside a Bronx bodega. Surveillanc…
HighMP demands clarity on podcaster arrests, questions sedition charges
Police arrested two podcasters for discussing secularism and liberalism, prompting a DAP MP to demand clarification and defend political discourse rights in Ma…
HighArmed suspect fires 50-60 rounds on Cambridge roadway, shot by trooper and civilian
A suspect fired 50-60 rounds on a Cambridge highway, injuring two drivers before being shot by a state trooper and armed civilian. His prior criminal history s…
HighArgentina's VP Seeks Extended Defense Time in Corruption Trial
Argentine Vice President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner requested a tribunal extension to expand her defense against corruption charges related to alleged irre…
HighSouth Africa arrests 120+ after gang-rape of eight women on film set
South African police arrested over 120 men, mostly illegal miners, following the gang-rape of eight women during a music video shoot near Johannesburg. None ha…
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