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Oregon man charged with nurse’s murder after wedding
A man from Oregon, accused of killing a nurse who was reported missing shortly after her wedding, made his first court appearance on Monday. The Beaverton Police Department arrested 27-year-old Jonathan Bryce Schubert. Authorities indicated that Schubert was a neighbour to 32-year-old Melissa Jubane, whose body was discovered days after she was reported missing when she did not show up…
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Meredith Gaudreau announces third pregnancy at memorial service
Meredith Gaudreau, widow of Columbus Blue Jackets star Johnny Gaudreau, revealed her pregnancy with their third child during Monday’s memorial service for her husband and his brother, Matthew Gaudreau. “John and I enjoyed the best six months as a family of four. These will forever be the most cherished months of my life,” Meredith said. “There’s one particular week I…
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Fake doctor uses YouTube for surgery; teen dies in Bihar
Police are actively searching for an individual who allegedly posed as a doctor and used a YouTube video to perform surgery on a teenager, resulting in the youth’s death. Krishna Kumar, known as Golu, was taken by his family to a private clinic in Sarah, Bihar, India, after he experienced severe stomach pain and vomiting. Although the vomiting subsided shortly…
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Family turmoil revealed before Apalachee High School shooting
Colt Gray’s grandfather, Charlie Polhamus, revealed the troubled family dynamics preceding the Apalachee High School shooting. Polhamus, an 81-year-old former world champion pole vaulter, claims Colt’s father, Colin Gray, 54, significantly contributed to the teenager’s violent behaviour. According to Polhamus, Colin frequently engaged in physical confrontations with Colt and displayed narcissistic tendencies. Polhamus alleges that Colin’s detrimental influence and lack…
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DOJ charges Californians for leading white supremacist race war
The Justice Department charged two individuals from California on Monday, accusing them of leading a white supremacist group aiming to ignite a race war in the United States. Dallas Humber and Matthew Allison allegedly led a group called “Terrorgram,” which formed on an encrypted social media platform. The charges include solicitation of killing a federal official, doxing federal officials, and…
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Peter Nygard sentenced to over a decade for sexual assaults
Peter Nygard, the former fashion executive, received over a decade-long prison sentence for multiple sexual assaults. The 83-year-old was found guilty last November of sexually assaulting five women in his Toronto office. Peter Nygard, who holds Finnish-Canadian nationality, used his influence and wealth to commit these crimes in a private suite on the top floor of his building. Despite the…
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Kentucky schools close as manhunt for shooting suspect continues
Classes across central Kentucky were cancelled on Monday, with residents advised to stay vigilant as the search for a shooting suspect entered its third day. Joseph Couch, 32, has evaded capture since Saturday afternoon. Authorities say he fired an AR-15 from a cliff ledge along I-75, about nine miles north of London, Kentucky, hitting 12 cars and injuring five people.…
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Nevada inmate death ruled homicide by coroner
A Nevada coroner’s office determined that the death of an inmate, who was pepper-sprayed, shackled, and restrained face-down, was caused by prison guards. An autopsy confirmed that 39-year-old Patrick Odale died at the Southern Desert Correctional Center on 28 December 2023, ruling it a homicide. After a nearly nine-month investigation, the Clark County coroner’s office concluded that Odale died from…
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Four killed in Apalachee High School shooting
The shooting at Apalachee High School lasted roughly a minute, starting in a hallway and ending in a classroom, according to Barrow County Sheriff Jud Smith. Colt Gray, a 14-year-old, allegedly shot 13 people during this brief period. Four victims, including two teachers and two students, lost their lives. Sheriff Smith attributed the prevention of further casualties to the swift…
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Former New York state aide accused of espionage for China
Linda Sun’s trip to Beijing in winter 2018 was arranged by a US-based Chinese businessman, who also booked her a presidential suite once used by Michelle Obama, according to federal prosecutors. In 2019, during another visit to Beijing, Sun discussed attending a military parade with the same businessman and later joined a reception for China’s 70th anniversary. In 2020, the…
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British tourist mistaken for smuggler holiday nightmare in Tunisia
A British tourist’s holiday turned into a nightmare after being mistaken for a convicted cigarette smuggler with a similar name. James Colley and his wife, Louise, planned a package holiday to Tunisia to celebrate retirement. However, their peaceful retreat quickly soured when armed police questioned James upon arrival at Enfidha-Hammamet International Airport and escorted him to a court in Tunis.…
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Teen girl claims ignorance after Nazi salute in Plymouth riot
A 16-year-old girl, caught on video giving a Nazi salute and drinking vodka during riots in Plymouth, claims ignorance of the symbol’s meaning. The teenager, who remains unnamed due to her age, participated in violent acts after joining an anti-immigration protest on August 5. The unrest led to assaults on police officers and the temporary closure of businesses. Video evidence…
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Witness recounts Boulder store shooting trial
A retired emergency room doctor testified on Thursday about the composed look on the face of a shooter who was targeting shoppers at a grocery store in Boulder, Colorado, over three years ago when 10 people were killed. This testimony followed the prosecutor’s description of the victims’ final moments during the opening statements in Ahmad Al Aliwi Alissa’s delayed trial.…
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French woman testifies against husband in decade-long rape trial
A French woman is currently facing her husband in court, who stands accused of drugging her into unconsciousness for nearly ten years and allowing numerous men to rape her in their home. The 72-year-old victim, Gisele Pelicot, waived her right to anonymity. She appeared in an open court on Monday with her three children to witness her 71-year-old husband, Dominique…
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Former Taipei mayor Ko Wen-je detained in corruption probe
A former Taiwanese presidential candidate and ex-mayor of Taipei, Ko Wen-je, has been detained as part of a wide-ranging corruption probe. On Thursday night, authorities took Ko back into custody, reversing an earlier decision that allowed him to go home. He is now held incommunicado, with no contact allowed outside the detention facility. The investigation centres on allegations of illegal…
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Chinese consul general rotation, not expulsion, clarifies US State Department
Following New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s remarks that the Chinese consul general in New York was removed after her former aide was charged with being an agent for China, the US State Department clarified there was no expulsion action. State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller stated on Wednesday that the diplomat completed their regular rotation and left at the end of…
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Boy charged with murder of Bhim Kohli in Leicester
A 14-year-old boy faces charges for the murder of 80-year-old Bhim Kohli. For legal reasons, the boy’s identity is withheld. He is scheduled to appear at Leicester Youth Court on Thursday morning. Mr Kohli was assaulted while walking his dog in Franklin Park, on the city’s outskirts, on Sunday evening. He sustained severe injuries just moments away from his home…
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Four killed in Georgia high school shooting, student in custody
Authorities have identified the four victims killed during a shooting at a Georgia high school on Wednesday morning when a student opened fire. Georgia Bureau of Investigation Director Chris Hosey confirmed that two 14-year-old students and two teachers were killed in the incident. The students killed at Apalachee High School were Mason Schermerhorn and Christian Angulo, both 14. The teachers…
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Teen charged with murder of 80-year-old in park attack
A 14-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of Bhim Kohli, an 80-year-old grandfather who was attacked while walking his dog in a park. Kohli passed away on Monday after what police described as a “serious assault.” Initially, five children were arrested, but four were subsequently released without further action. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) announced that the remaining…
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14-year-old charged for deadly Apalachee High School shooting
A 14-year-old suspect in the deadly shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, will be booked Wednesday night, according to Georgia Bureau of Investigation Director Chris Hosey. Colt Gray faces murder charges for the deaths of two teachers and two students at the high school, authorities confirmed. The victims have been identified as 14-year-olds Mason Schermerhorn and Christian Angulo,…
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80-year-old dog walker dies after attack by children
Bhim Kohli, an 80-year-old dog walker, died after an alleged assault by a group of children in a Leicestershire park. Authorities have identified the suspects as five children—three aged 12 and two aged 14. Four were released without further action, while one 14-year-old remains in custody. Mr Kohli was attacked near an entrance to Franklin Park on Bramble Way in…
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Chicago man charged for killing four on train
A man from Chicago faces murder charges for the fatal shootings of four sleeping passengers on a Chicago Transit Authority train, authorities reported. Rhanni S. Davis, 30, was charged on Tuesday with four counts of first-degree murder, according to the Forest Park Police Department. Davis is scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday afternoon, stated Cook County State’s Attorney Kim…
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Man faces trial for drugging and orchestrating wife’s rape by 72 men
A 71-year-old man, Dominique Pélicot, faces trial for allegedly drugging his wife, Gisele Pélicot, and orchestrating her rape by strangers. Authorities claim he laced her food with Lorazepam to sedate her and then invited online acquaintances to assault her, providing them with a list of rules to avoid detection. Police identified 72 men, aged between 26 and 74, responsible for…
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Adult film star reveals toll of filming 300 scenes in six months
An adult film star has disclosed the toll that filming 300 scenes in half a year took on her body. Hayley Davies discussed her transition from New Zealand to the US on Holly Randall’s Unfiltered podcast. She adopted a rigorous work schedule, resulting in a significant number of scenes filmed. Davies revealed she filmed roughly 300 scenes in six months,…
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Missiles strike Ukraine military academy, over 50 dead
Two ballistic missiles struck a military academy and a nearby hospital in Ukraine on Tuesday, resulting in over 50 deaths and more than 200 injuries, as reported by Ukrainian officials. The missiles hit the main building of the Poltava Military Institute of Communication, causing floors to collapse. Smoke and news of the catastrophic strike quickly spread through the central-eastern town.…
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Four fatally shot on Chicago transit train, suspect in custody
Four individuals were fatally shot while appearing to sleep on a Chicago transit train on Monday morning, according to police. Forest Park Deputy Chief Chris Chin stated that all victims were passengers on the train en route to Forest Park. The victims might have been homeless, though their social status remains uncertain, and footage shows them asleep on the train.…
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Teenager dies after three-car crash on A1(M) in West Yorkshire
The family of a 16-year-old girl who died in a three-car collision has paid tribute to their ‘beautiful’ daughter. Sarah Cain succumbed to her injuries two days after the accident, which occurred on the A1(M) in West Yorkshire last week. Police have arrested a man in connection with the crash, while two other individuals remain hospitalised. In a statement released…
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West LA police warn of organised burglary ring targeting affluent homes
Police in West Los Angeles are advising residents to remain alert as detectives pursue a suspected organised burglary ring. This group employs Wi-Fi jammers and other advanced methods to steal high-value items from homes in affluent neighbourhoods. The Los Angeles Police Department issued a community alert to areas such as Bel Air, Holmby Hills, and Pacific Palisades. This follows a…
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French trial begins for 51 men accused of raping woman
Yesterday, as British tourists admired the sacred sites of Avignon, an elderly woman endured a harrowing experience in a stifling French trial beside the historic courtroom ramparts. For four agonising years, since the police raided her home, Gisele Pelicot has grappled with a horrifying reality. Her husband, Dominique, had been drugging her with sleeping pills and inviting strangers to allegedly…
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Six injured in multiple East Cleveland shootings
Early Monday in East Cleveland, Ohio, six individuals sustained injuries in at least three separate shootings near a high school class reunion, according to local police. Gunfire began shortly after 1 a.m. close to where Shaw High School alumni were celebrating their annual reunion, as stated by city officials and witnesses. East Cleveland Acting Police Chief Kenneth D. Lundy reported…