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This Netflix Crime Miniseries Has a 99% on Rotten Tomatoes: Rotten Tomatoes critics gave the Netflix miniseries Alias Grace, based on a book by Margaret Atwood ...
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Authors are collaborating with AI—and each other: A new novel by Margaret Atwood and others points to an exciting trend
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Idaho Murder Suspect Bryan Kohberger Seen In Front Row At 'Handmaid's Tale' Author's Lecture On Misogyny In 2
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Book thief who stole more than 1,000 manuscripts ‘wanted to cherish them before anyone else’
theguardian.com/books/2023/mar/13/book-manuscripts-thief-margaret-atwood-sally-rooney-ian-mcewan
11 Books To Read If You Like “The Handmaid’s Tale”: From Margaret Atwood’s just-released sequel The Testaments to Kazuo Ishiguro’s Never Let Me Go.
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A Virginia school board recently demanded the removal of “The Handmaid’s Tale” from school-library shelves.
Filippo Bernardini: Italian admits stealing unpublished books: Margaret Atwood, Sally Rooney and Ethan Hawke were all targets of phishing scams.
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Con artist pleads guilty in phishing plot that duped authors: NEW YORK (AP) — A yearslong saga that ensnared the publishing world culminated in a New York ...
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Paid articlePaid How a manuscript thief conned the publishing world and set off an FBI manhunt: Like a Hollywood whodunit, FBI catch mystery man who conned publishers ...
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Man admits to stealing over 1,000 unpublished manuscripts. Ian McEwan, Sally Rooney among targets
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Can you outwit Margaret Atwood? The bumper books quiz of 2022: Which author was this year elected to the US Senate? In what horror story does a vampire appear as ...
theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2022/dec/24/can-you-outwit-margaret-atwood-the-bumper-books-quiz-of-2022
Bosnia Cracks Down on International Drug Cartel; Police Officials Among Suspects: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
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Quick Glance: Investigation into International Drug Cartel in Bosnia; Suspicions Against Police Officials
- The U.S. government identified Edin "Tito" Gačanin in March 2023 as a significant player in the global cocaine trade.
- Gačanin's connections extended to Raffaele Imperiale, who was arrested in 2021 - a well-known figure in the Camorra, one of Italy’s largest organized crime networks.
- The police operation on Monday targeted individuals suspected of involvement in organized crime, the illicit trafficking of substantial drug quantities, money laundering, and related offenses, in three cities.
- It is reported that the cartel recruited many individuals from Bosnia and Herzegovina and neighboring countries to establish businesses in the Netherlands, Slovenia, Spain, and Bosnia and Herzegovina, to launder the proceeds of its billion-dollar drug trafficking operations.
Alleged Italian Mobsters Grew Powerful in Toronto. Experts Say Canadian Law Can’t Stop Them. - OCCRP
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Quick Glance: Italian Mobsters Thrive in Toronto Despite Canadian Law
- Vincenzo Muià traveled to Toronto to meet with Angelo Figliomeni, accused by Canadian police of leading a powerful 'Ndrangheta faction.
- Challenges in Canadian law hinder prosecution of organized crime groups, experts highlight.
- Figliomeni, convicted of weapons charges in Italy, remains safe in Canada due to lack of extradition grounds for 'mafia association.'
- Figliomeni's 'Ndrangheta faction in Toronto influences events in Italy, an unprecedented situation according to Italian authorities.
Sydney church stabbing: Seven teenagers accused of violent extremist ideology arrested
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YOURSAY | Punishment should fit the crime no matter who commits it: ‘Real criminals have their sentences reduced while the poor go to jail.’
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New York hush money trial judge considers if Trump violated gag order: Former President Trump’s hush money trial continued Tuesday. On the witness stand ...
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Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
- Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.
- Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.
- Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.
- Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
Spain murder: Limited edition sneakers worn by suspect match footprints at crime scene
straitstimes.com/singapore/spain-murder-limited-edition-sneakers-worn-by-suspect-match-footprints-at-crime-scene
Israel’s Hunt for One Elusive Militant Brings Gaza Tactics to West Bank: Airstrikes, drones and ground troops targeting militants are turning the Palestinian ...
wsj.com/world/middle-east/israel-militant-hunt-west-bank-3280daf5
Over $15 million worth of vapes have been seized following an investigation that led them to a West Melbourne warehouse on 17 April.
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'FRAUD PURE & SIMPLE'
- DA blasts Trump in opening statement of hush money trial
- Defense: Influencing elex no crime, it's democracy www.nydailynews.com/2024/04/22/opening-statements-expected-at-trumps-nyc-hush-money-trial-live-updates/
Migrants shipped to Martha's Vineyard by Gov. Ron DeSantis given crime victim visas
nypost.com/2024/04/23/us-news/migrants-shipped-to-marthas-vineyard-by-gov-ron-desantis-given-crime-victim-visas/
Margaret Atwood and Lauren Groff on writing about women in moments of survival time.com/6968807/time100-summit-margaret-atwood-lauren-groff/
Luxon couldn’t point to any evidence that Three Strikes 2.0 will reduce crime. There’s a reason. There is none. #HeraldPremium
Columbia Cancels In-Person Classes Amid Pro-Palestinian Protests: Demonstrations have intensified in recent days. Separately, police arrested some students ...
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U.S., China to Cooperate in the Fight Against Dirty Money: The U.S. and Chinese governments have started working together to fight money laundering in their ...
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Quick Glance: U.S., China Collaborate Against Money Laundering
- The U.S. and Chinese governments are working together to combat money laundering in their financial systems.
- A new agreement allows officials from both countries to meet regularly and share information on enforcement actions.
- The goal is to close financial system loopholes by sharing best practices.
- The agreement was established during the visit of U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen to China.
Honor Killing Trial: “My Sister Is Trying to Be a Slut”: It's an unbelievable crime: first he killed his sister with five stab wounds, then he called the police ...
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Netflix True Crime Documentary Accused Of Using Photos Generated Or Manipulated By AI
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Quick Glance: Controversy Surrounding Netflix and AI Photos in True-Crime Documentary
- Allegations against Netflix for using AI-manipulated images in What Jennifer Did.
- Distinctive hands in What Jennifer Did on Netflix noted by fans.
- Image manipulation in photos of Jennifer Pan in the documentary, including missing fingers and unnaturally long thumbs.
- The use of AI-manipulated photos in a true crime documentary is contentious as stories should be portrayed truthfully, especially sensitive ones like Pan's.
Americans split on whether Trump will, should be convicted in hush money case: Poll
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‘You’re Never Too Busy For Your Banker’: How Italy’s ’Ndrangheta Mafia Allegedly Infiltrated Canadian Banks - OCCRP
occrp.org/en/investigations/youre-never-too-busy-for-your-banker-how-italys-ndrangheta-mafia-allegedly-infiltrated-canadian-banks
Quick Glance: How Italy’s 'Ndrangheta Mafia Allegedly Infiltrated Canadian Banks
- A Canadian faction of the 'Ndrangheta allegedly had close relationships with employees at two major Canadian banks to facilitate their financial activities.
- Angelo Figliomeni, the suspected mob boss, was at the center of the investigation, indicating that bankers were involved in the money laundering process of the group.
- The investigation revealed that the 'Ndrangheta organization generated income through illegal activities such as gambling and loan sharking, which were used for money laundering by bankers like Martino.
- Police seized assets worth millions of dollars and closed around 500 accounts at the implicated banks. Charges against Figliomeni and his co-defendants were dropped due to procedural errors.
Teenager is charged with terrorism offenses in stabbings of bishop and priest at Sydney church
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Quick Glance: Teenager Accused of Sydney Church Stabbing Displays Signs of Mental Illness, Court Reveals
- A teenage boy facing a potential life sentence for terrorism in the stabbing of a bishop has exhibited behaviors consistent with mental illness or intellectual disability, according to his lawyer.
- The 16-year-old is alleged to have traveled 90 minutes from his home to attack Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel during a livestreamed sermon at Christ the Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley, Sydney.
- Investigators from a joint counter-terrorism team, comprising state and federal police and Asio staff, interviewed the boy in his hospital bed before charging him with committing a terrorist act.
- A brief of evidence is set to be presented when the matter returns to court on June 14.
House Oversight and Accountability Committee Chair James Comer (R-Ky.) and Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) had a heated exchange over impeaching President Biden ... Show more
Murder victim's partner demands stop-and-search for anyone wearing balaclava: Kelvin Ward, 50, was stabbed to death by a gang covered by masks and armed with ...
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Suspects who allegedly sold Singpass details to scammers for S$10,000 among 78 under police probe
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/singpass-details-scammers-sell-s10000-police-probe-78-4277726
A man who served 17 years in jail for a crime he didn't commit dismisses apology from UK review body
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57 percent in new poll say charges in Trump hush money case ‘serious’: A majority of Americans say the charges against former President Trump in his New York ...
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4599602-57-percent-poll-hush-money-charges-serious/
Trump Leaves His Trial to Rail Against Crime and Jab at Prosecutor: After a day in court, Donald Trump visited a bodega in Harlem where a clerk stabbed a man in ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/16/us/politics/trump-harlem-bragg-crime.html
Review: Where are your children? Hulu's 'Under the Bridge' will make you wonder: Shocking and impossible to look away from, Hulu's true crime "Under the Bridge" ...
usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2024/04/17/under-the-bridge-review-hulu/73327393007/
Trump, campaigning after court, comments on jurors in historic trial and seeks to spotlight crime
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I was first to read The Handmaid’s Tale, that’s my claim to fame: Valerie Martin on friendship with Margaret Atwood
irishtimes.com/culture/books/2024/04/17/valerie-martin-on-friendship-with-margaret-atwood-i-was-first-to-read-the-handmaids-tale-thats-my-claim-to-fame/
Spanish PM suspends public duties after wife’s corruption investigation: Pedro Sánchez says he will announce decision on his political future next week
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Quick Glance: Spanish PM Contemplates Resignation Amid Wife's Corruption Probe
- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is considering stepping down after allegations of corruption involving his wife.
- Sánchez will announce a decision on his political future next week and has temporarily canceled public duties.
- The investigation against Sánchez's wife was initiated due to allegations of receiving favors from companies that secured government contracts.
11 Republican "fake electors" indicted for falsely declaring Trump won Arizona: Eighteen people including Donald Trump’s former chief of staff Mark Meadows and ...
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Quick Glance: 11 Republican 'Fake Electors' Charged in Arizona
- Eleven Republicans were charged in Arizona for falsely claiming that Donald Trump won the 2020 presidential election in Arizona against Joe Biden.
- They met in Phoenix to sign a certificate declaring Trump had won the state. The document was sent to Congress and the National Archives but ignored.
- The Arizona charges follow indictments against fake electors in Nevada, Michigan, and Georgia.
- The charges allege conspiracy, fraud, and forgery as they falsely declared Trump as the winner in Arizona despite Biden's victory by over 10,000 votes.
Spain's prime minister says he will consider resigning after wife is targeted by judicial probe
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Quick Glance: Spain's PM faces pressure over wife's corruption probe
- A Madrid court confirmed an investigation against Begoña Gómez for alleged influence peddling and corruption.
- Sánchez criticized the complaint as part of a harassment campaign against his wife.
- The probe relates to Gómez's ties to companies that received government funding.
- The opposition pushed for a statement from her regarding the investigation.
UN calls for investigation into mass graves uncovered at two Gaza hospitals: The United Nations is calling for “a clear, transparent and credible investigation” ...
apnews.com/article/un-israel-palestinians-hospital-graves-investigation-dbaf873d023a7ba66dda05fb49074434
Quick Glance: UN Calls for Investigation into Mass Graves at Two Gaza Hospitals
- The United Nations called for a thorough and transparent investigation into the mass graves at two major hospitals in Gaza that were searched by Israeli troops.
- It was emphasized that investigators must have access to the sites, and a greater number of journalists should be able to work safely in Gaza to report on the facts.
- Some of the bodies belonged to individuals killed during the hospital siege, while others were victims when Israeli forces raided the hospital.
- The discovery of the graves highlights the urgency of a ceasefire, the end of the conflict, improved access for humanitarian aid, the protection of hospitals, and the release of Israeli hostages.
Rush hour chaos in London as 5 military horses run amok after getting spooked during exercise
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Quick Glance: Uncontrolled Horses Cause Chaos in London
- Five military horses, including one covered in blood, escaped in London, injuring several people before being recaptured.
- During an exercise in central London, the horses spooked, causing injuries to soldiers and civilians.
- The horses weaved a destructive path through the city, colliding with vehicles and causing panic among bystanders.
- Multiple individuals were injured and taken to the hospital as police and fire crews worked to contain the situation.
Giuliani, Meadows indicted on Arizona ‘fake elector’ charges: An Arizona grand jury handed up felony charges against Rudy Giuliani, Mark Meadows and other ...
thehill.com/homenews/4619593-giuliani-meadows-indicted-on-arizona-fake-elector-charges/
Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Ben Kingsley set to star in ‘The Thursday Murder Club’
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Quick Glance: Star-Studded Film Adaptation of Richard Osman's The Thursday Murder Club
- A-listers Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, and Ben Kingsley are set to play the main roles in the film adaptation of Richard Osman's bestselling mystery book.
- The director Chris Columbus, known for films like Home Alone and Harry Potter, will be at the helm.
- Osman's casting announcement was confirmed by himself and the quiz show host on his podcast.
- The book sparked a bidding war before being sold in 2019, and the film rights were acquired by Amblin Partners after competing with 13 other studios.
A movie that depicts O.J. Simpson as innocent of murder will potentially release later this year.Owen Wilson was offered the role of attorney Douglas McCann ... Show more
Arizona Charges Giuliani and Other Trump Allies in Election Interference Case: Those charged included Mark Meadows, the former White House chief of staff ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/us/arizona-fake-electors-trump.html
A Minnesota state senator is charged with burglary, accused of breaking into her stepmother’s house to obtain her dad’s ashes
cnn.com/2024/04/24/us/minnesota-state-senator-charged-break-in/
Ysgol Dyffryn Aman: Arrest and three hurt amid reports of school stabbing - BBC News
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Quick Glance: Arrest and Three Injured in Wales School Attack
- Police urge removal of social media footage to prevent contempt of court and distressing those affected.
- A parent expresses concern over the injured and highlights the rarity of such incidents in Ammanford.
- Three injured and one arrested after an incident at Ysgol Dyffryn Aman in Ammanford, South-west Wales.
- Recap of the ongoing investigation at the school as parents anxiously wait for updates on their children's safety.
Middle East: Dieter Hallervorden fights for Gaza: «Atrocities usually have an antecedent. And no one is born a terrorist,” writes Dieter Hallervorden in a ...
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Nicola Coughlan says she was told that certain agencies & studios won’t want to work with her for her support of a permanent ceasefire to the genocide ... Show more
Spain approves plan to compensate victims of Catholic Church sex abuse. Church will be asked to pay
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Quick Glance: Spain advocates for compensation of abuse victims by Catholic Church
- In Spain, allegations of clerical abuse have only recently begun to attract attention, unlike in other countries.
- The government has initiated discussions with the Catholic Church to cover the costs of compensating abuse victims.
- A plan adopted by ministers incorporates recommendations from a report by independent experts.
- Spain's Catholic Church refuses to participate in a compensation fund solely for victims of ecclesiastical abuse.
New York hush money trial judge considers if Trump violated gag order: Former President Trump’s hush money trial continued Tuesday. On the witness stand ...
pbs.org/newshour/show/new-york-hush-money-trial-judge-considers-if-trump-violated-gag-order
Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
- Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.
- Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.
- Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.
- Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
Trump aides and 2020 'fake electors' charged with state crimes in Arizona: A state grand jury in Arizona on Wednesday indicted so-called "fake electors" who ...
nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/trumps-2020-fake-electors-charged-state-crimes-arizona-rcna149214
Quick Glance: Meadows, Giuliani, and Other Trump Allies Charged in Arizona 2020 Election Probe
- An Arizona grand jury indicted seven individuals associated with Donald Trump's 2020 campaign and 11 Arizona Republicans for attempting to subvert Joe Biden's victory in the state.
- The charges conclude a lengthy investigation by Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes, accusing Trump allies of obstructing Biden's election.
- The probe targeted both local conservatives and out-of-state middlemen from Trump's circle who were allegedly involved in the strategy.
- Pro-Trump electors who gathered on December 14, 2020, to sign documents were also included in the investigation, which is nearing completion.
Despite the espionage scandal: Krah remains the AfD's top candidate: The AfD politician Krah remains - despite an employee's alleged Chinese espionage - His ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/deutschland/afd-krah-spionage-mitarbeiter-kandidat-europa-wahl-100.html
Quick Glance: Investigation of Possible Payments from China and Russia to Maximilian Krah
- The General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden has officially initiated investigations against Maximilian Krah due to potential financial flows from Russian and Chinese sources.
- The AfD lead candidate for the European Parliament elections, Maximilian Krah, is the subject of two preliminary investigations at the General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden.
- Towards the end of last year, Krah was questioned by the FBI about possible payments from Kremlin-related sources, allegedly carrying a four-digit sum of money at that time.
- On Monday evening, German authorities arrested Jian G., a close associate of Krah, who is suspected of spying for the Chinese intelligence service in Germany.
BREAKING: Former Pres. Trump, Rudy Giuliani, and Mark Meadows are unindicted co-conspirators in the Michigan attorney general's case against the state's ... Show more abcnews.go.com/US/trump-giuliani-meadows-unindicted-conspirators-michigan-fake-elector/story
Rep. Summer Lee Wins Primary: “Opposing Genocide Is Good Politics and Good Policy”
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Quick Glance: Summer Lee Secures Key Victory in Pennsylvania Primary
- Pennsylvania congresswoman Summer Lee successfully navigated a primary challenge on Tuesday, securing progressives one of their most crucial wins of this election cycle while preparing for an influx of pro-Israel funding targeting candidates supportive of a ceasefire.
- During the primaries, Lee emerged victorious against local council member Bhavini Patel, who had raised concerns about the stance of the progressive “Squad” member on the Gaza ceasefire.
- The resonance of this argument was evident among many of Lee’s supporters and local Democratic figures. The Allegheny County Democratic party formally endorsed Lee in February, marking their support for her for the first time after having backed her opponent in the 2022 primaries.
- Despite the pro-Israel lobby staying out of the picture, a Super Pac intervened in Lee’s primary to bolster Patel’s campaign. The Moderate Pac, with a mission to back centrist Democrats and significant funding from Republican megadonor Jeffrey Yass, allocated over $600,000 to support Patel.
Israel fumes as UN secretary-general leaves Hamas off sexual violence blacklist: Foreign Ministry denounces UN chief as 'standing shoulder to shoulder with ...
timesofisrael.com/israel-fumes-as-un-secretay-general-leaves-hamas-off-sexual-violence-blacklist/
Israel gears up for Rafah civilian evacuation ahead of promised assault: Israel has procured tens of thousands of tents for Palestinian civilians it intends to ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/israeli-media-predict-offensive-gazas-rafah-soon-2024-04-24/
Quick Glance: Israeli Forces Ready to Conquer Rafah in Gaza, Awaiting Government Approval
- The Israel Defense Forces have completed all necessary preparations to capture the southernmost city of Rafah in the Gaza Strip and can initiate an operation once they receive government authorization, as stated by a senior Israeli defense official.
- This official informed Reuters that Israel is planning to take control of Rafah, considered the final Hamas stronghold in Gaza, evacuate Palestinian civilians from the area, and launch an assault against Hamas fighters.
- According to a spokesperson for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, Israel is progressing with a ground operation without specifying a timeline for the action.
- Various Israeli reports indicated that top Israeli security officials traveled to Egypt on Wednesday to coordinate the planned offensive in Rafah.
Mass graves in the Gaza Strip what we know: Palestinians report that hundreds of dead have been discovered in mass graves in the Gaza Strip. Who are the dead ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/ausland/massengraeber-gazastreifen-israel-100.html
Allegations against members of the state parliament: AfD politician Halemba is threatened with expulsion from the party
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/daniel-halemba-afd-plant-ausschlussverfahren-gegen-bayerischen-abgeordneten-a-c2d7bed8-da02-4c61-a4fa-ad4b7faf6d4d
“You support the genocide in Palestine!”
Mayor of New York City Eric Adams was confronted on a flight departing from Miami by a pro-Palestinian woman who was ... Show more
US government agrees to $138.7M settlement over FBI's botching of Larry Nassar assault allegations
apnews.com/article/larry-nassar-justice-department-settlement-3b760f3d317cbe18209aa02a611a298f
Quick Glance: US Government Agrees to $138.7M Settlement Over FBI's Mishandling of Larry Nassar Assault Allegations
- The U.S. Justice Department announced a $138.7 million settlement with over 100 individuals who accused the FBI of mishandling sexual assault allegations against Larry Nassar in 2015 and 2016.
- A total of $1 billion has now been allocated by various organizations to compensate numerous women who were victims of Nassar's assaults disguised as sports injury treatments.
- FBI Director Christopher Wray expressed regret for the agency's inaction despite being aware of allegations against Nassar for over a year, emphasizing the need for accountability and justice for the survivors.
- The settlements aim to provide critical support for the victims of Nassar's crimes to aid in their healing process, with the Justice Department agreeing to settle 139 claims in response to the agreement.
Hamas releases video of Israeli hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin: A video of Israeli American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin was released Wednesday by Hamas' military ...
nbcnews.com/news/world/hamas-releases-video-israeli-hostage-hersh-goldberg-polin-rcna149155
Andrew Kamanga: Zambia FA president charged with money laundering: Andrew Kamanga, the president of the Football Association of Zambia, is arrested and charged ...
bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cv29eqdlp2po
Dolphin dead after being repeatedly shot in Louisiana, $20,000 reward offered for info
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Quick Glance: Dead Dolphin Found with Bullets in Brain, Spinal Cord, Heart
- A dead dolphin with multiple bullets lodged in its body was discovered on a beach in Louisiana.
- NOAA is offering a $20,000 reward for information regarding the incident.
- Bottlenose dolphins are social animals living in tight-knit groups and are protected.
- Similar incidents involving other endangered species have also led to investigations and rewards.
Mood in the AfD: “The hut seems to be on fire”: Suspicion of espionage, bribes, corruption: the AfD is under considerable pressure. SPIEGEL editor Ann-Katrin ...
spiegel.de/politik/afd-unter-druck-haftbefehl-erlassen-gegen-krah-mitarbeiter-a-bce1b204-82dc-47df-a075-ffe21fbc8c7d
‘Son of Hamas’ Mosab Hassan Yousef: ‘If we finish Rafah, we finish Hamas’: Back in the public sphere after Oct. 7, the former terror scion turned undercover Shin ...
timesofisrael.com/son-of-hamas-mosab-hassan-yousef-if-we-finish-rafah-we-finish-hamas/
WATCH: Parents of Hersh Goldberg-Polin plead for hostage deal, urge him to ‘stay strong, survive’
timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/be-brave-lean-in-parents-of-hostage-seen-in-propaganda-video-plead-for-hostage-deal/
Belgian MEP Marc Botenga heavily scrutinised the EU for its continued support for Israel despite ongoing ‘genocide’ in Palestine’s Gaza ... Show more
Israel has procured tens of thousands of tents for Palestinian civilians it intends to evacuate from Rafah in the coming weeks ahead of a promised assault on ... Show more reut.rs/4deOiv9
Donald Trump Is Being Ritually Humiliated in Court: Eric Lach reports on the second week of courtroom proceedings in the People of the State of New York v ...
newyorker.com/news/our-local-correspondents/donald-trump-is-being-ritually-humiliated-in-court
Tennessee passes bill to let teachers carry guns in schools: The bill's passage in the Republican-led Legislature comes a year after a shooter opened fire and ...
nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/tennessee-passes-bill-let-teachers-carry-guns-schools-rcna149068
Premier League: Two players arrested over alleged rape: Two Premier League footballers are arrested in connection with an alleged rape.
bbc.com/sport/football/articles/c72prpwggqxo
‘You’re Never Too Busy For Your Banker’: How Italy’s ’Ndrangheta Mafia Allegedly Infiltrated Canadian Banks - OCCRP
occrp.org/en/investigations/youre-never-too-busy-for-your-banker-how-italys-ndrangheta-mafia-allegedly-infiltrated-canadian-banks
Quick Glance: How Italy’s 'Ndrangheta Mafia Allegedly Infiltrated Canadian Banks
- A Canadian faction of the 'Ndrangheta allegedly had close relationships with employees at two major Canadian banks to facilitate their financial activities.
- Angelo Figliomeni, the suspected mob boss, was at the center of the investigation, indicating that bankers were involved in the money laundering process of the group.
- The investigation revealed that the 'Ndrangheta organization generated income through illegal activities such as gambling and loan sharking, which were used for money laundering by bankers like Martino.
- Police seized assets worth millions of dollars and closed around 500 accounts at the implicated banks. Charges against Figliomeni and his co-defendants were dropped due to procedural errors.
Academic Freedom Is More Important Now Than Ever: We only have academic freedom because of guarantees established by generations of political struggle.
time.com/6969851/academic-freedom-is-more-important-than-ever-now/
UN officials call for probe into reports of mass graves at Gaza hospitals: Human rights chief says he is horrified by destruction at Nasser and al-Shifa medical ...
ft.com/content/ee1b7aa2-c9c7-419b-8190-83f524f461a1
Review of UNWRA finds Israel did not express concern about staff: An independent review of the neutrality of the U.N. agency helping Palestinian refugees has ...
apnews.com/article/israel-palestinians-unrwa-united-nations-28a63ddef23efdc4b050b0bcbdb587ff
Quick Glance: UNRWA Report Highlights Lack of Evidence for Israel's Employee Militancy Claims
- An independent review commissioned by the United Nations found that Israel has not provided evidence to support its accusation that a 'significant' number of employees of the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip are members of terrorist organizations.
- The review, led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna, revealed that UNRWA 'plays an indispensable and irreplaceable role in the region,' despite issues such as employees expressing political views and offices being used for 'political or military purposes'.
- The review listed recommendations to enhance UNRWA operations, including improved training, more rigorous employee screening, and a thorough review of all textbooks and supplements.
- Concerns were raised regarding the screening of UNRWA employees and the content of textbooks, while Israel has yet to provide evidence to support the claim that a significant number of UNRWA employees are members of terrorist organizations.
Somehow This $10,000 Flame-Thrower Robot Dog Is Completely Legal in 48 States: Meet Thermonator. It blasts fire up to 30 feet and has Bluetooth.
arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/04/you-can-now-buy-a-flame-throwing-robot-dog-for-under-10000/
Man and woman charged over £1000 dine and dash theft: Ann McDonagh, 39, and Bernard McDonagh, from Port Talbot in Wales, have been charged with five counts of ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/24/two-people-charged-dine-dash-spree-wales-20709589/
"This has all been a distraction because they don’t want us talking about the non-stop massacre of Gaza"
Jared Kannel ... Show more
Live updates: Israel-Hamas war, US funding for Israel, crisis in Gaza: The US Senate has passed a funding package that will provide $26.4 billion to aid Israel ...
edition.cnn.com/middleeast/live-news/israel-hamas-war-gaza-news-04-24-24/h_2c7443f33454ee517c50ebcfe7ab6c8f
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