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SA Police Resume Search for Missing Boy Gus Lamont After Heavy Rains
South Australian police have returned to Yunta to search a family property for evidence related to four-year-old Gus Lamont's disappearance in September 2025, utilizing recent heavy rains to aid the investigation.
Minneapolis Mayor Frey Draws Criticism for George Floyd Memorial Day Post
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey faced backlash for honoring George Floyd on Memorial Day, with critics arguing the timing disrespected fallen military veterans and overlooked the riots following Floyd's death.
Taiwan tracks Chinese combat patrol with 21 aircraft, deploys jets and ships
Taiwan's defense ministry detected 21 Chinese aircraft and warships conducting a joint combat readiness patrol around the island, marking the second such operation in a week amid escalating tensions.
Britain's protected birds of prey still illegally killed despite decades of legal protection
The RSPB reports 921 confirmed illegal attacks on protected birds of prey between 2015-2024, mostly on game shooting estates. The charity calls for licensing of gamebird shooting to strengthen enforcement.
White House shooting raises security concerns ahead of 250th birthday celebrations
A shooter was killed after opening fire on a Secret Service checkpoint near the White House, raising security concerns ahead of America's 250th birthday celebrations this summer.
Itaú agrees to reimburse customers for 14 years of unauthorized insurance charges
Itaú Unibanco reached an agreement with Brazil's public prosecutor and consumer defense institute to refund customers charged for unauthorized insurance on credit card statements spanning 14 years (2011-2025).
Police arrest suspect in killing of merchant 'El Mono' Estrada in Valledupar
Colombian police arrested 20-year-old Brayan Vásquez as the suspected killer of merchant Deivi Estrada Daza, shot during a robbery attempt in Valledupar on April 8. The arrest followed over a month of investigation and intelligence work.
Digimais fraud allegations could cost FGC R$12 billion, Central Bank notifies federal police
Brazil's Central Bank notified federal police of suspected fraud at Digimais bank, controlled by Bishop Edir Macedo, potentially costing the deposit guarantee fund (FGC) up to R$12 billion through alleged balance sheet manipulation and circular asset sales.
Paris schools rocked by abuse scandal as trials begin for accused animateurs
A school assistant faces trial in Paris for sexual mistreatment of children, part of a year-long scandal involving nearly 100 schools and 15,000 poorly-trained staff members across the capital.
Wander Franco avoids prison after Dominican court grants pardon despite guilty verdict
Former MLB All-Star Wander Franco was found guilty of sexually abusing a minor but received a judicial pardon from a Dominican Republic court, avoiding prison time. The judge ruled Franco was also a victim of extortion by the minor's mother, who received a 10-year sentence.
Franco ruled criminally responsible for minor abuse but avoids jail time
A Dominican judge ruled Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco criminally responsible for sexually abusing a minor but granted him judicial pardon, citing he was a victim of extortion by the child's mother.
Polícia Civil prende homem por maus-tratos a animais em Carandaí
Civil Police in Minas Gerais arrested a man for animal abuse after finding three neglected dogs during a weapons search warrant execution in Carandaí on May 22.
Senior lawyers urge Starmer to intervene in 'rigged' Indian prosecution of British activist
Four senior UK lawyers, including former attorney general Dominic Grieve, have urged PM Starmer to request India drop charges against British activist Jagtar Singh Johal, citing breach of double jeopardy protections after his acquittal.
Swedish court seeks 10-year sentence for man accused of forcing wife into prostitution
Swedish prosecutors are seeking a 10-year prison sentence for a man accused of forcing his wife into sexual exploitation with approximately 120 men for financial gain.
Woman dies after shooting outside Sheffield bar; three arrested
A 30-year-old woman died after being shot outside a Sheffield bar early Monday. Three people are in custody as police investigate the incident.
Swedish court hears case of man accused of forcing wife into sex trafficking
Swedish prosecutor seeks 10-year prison sentence for 62-year-old man accused of systematically exploiting his wife sexually, forcing her into paid relations with approximately 120 men for profit.
Jairinho seeks trial delay in Henry Borel case citing lawyer's heart attack
Ex-councilman Jairinho requested another postponement of his trial for the 2021 death of 4-year-old Henry Borel, citing his defense attorney's heart attack. The prosecution opposes further delays.
Swedish court hears case of man accused of forcing wife into sex work with 120 clients
A Swedish court heard charges against a 62-year-old man accused of forcing his wife into prostitution with approximately 120 men, with prosecutors seeking 10 years imprisonment for aggravated pimping and eight counts of rape.
Jairinho fires legal team, rehires son as lawyer as Henry Borel trial begins
Ex-councilman Jairinho and Monique Medeiros began trial for the death of 4-year-old Henry Borel. After his lawyer suffered a heart attack, Jairinho dismissed his defense team then rehired them, adding his own son as counsel.
Defense lawyer Aury Lopes Jr. takes on Deolane Bezerra case amid PCC allegations
Criminal defense attorney Aury Lopes Jr. represents influencer Deolane Bezerra in a high-profile case involving alleged organized crime connections and money laundering investigations.
Spanish police seize jewelry, watches and computers from Zapatero's office in Plus Ultra probe
Spanish police conducted a search of former PM Zapatero's office as part of the Plus Ultra investigation, seizing jewelry, watches, computers, and documents related to Venezuela.
Defensoria denuncia prisão ilegal de mulher que visitava filho em presídio
A Defensoria Pública afirma que a prisão de Paula Santanna de Oliveira, 50 anos, ao visitar filho em presídio é ilegal, pois sua pena foi extinta em 2020 e mandado deveria ter sido cancelado.
Henry Borel's father demands 'exemplary conviction' as retrial begins
Five years after 4-year-old Henry Borel's death, his father demands exemplary conviction as a new trial begins against the boy's stepfather. The case involves allegations of brutal abuse and potential evidence of additional crimes.