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Fugitive Thabo Bester escaped with inside help – correctional services: The department will immediately take over the management of Mangaung Prison from ...
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GROUNDUP: Govt ‘embarrassed’ by Thabo Bester escape as control of Mangaung prison taken from G4S clutches
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Tampering with CCTV, security breaches: Thabo Bester was helped to escape, says Correctional Services commissioner Makgothi Thobakgale
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Fugitive Thabo Bester escaped with inside help – correctional services: The department will immediately take over the management of Mangaung Prison from ...
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GROUNDUP: Govt ‘embarrassed’ by Thabo Bester escape as control of Mangaung prison taken from G4S clutches
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Tampering with CCTV, security breaches: Thabo Bester was helped to escape, says Correctional Services commissioner Makgothi Thobakgale
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Probe into Thabo Bester escape from prison was delayed by DNA, postmortem reports: DCS
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Disgraced prison warder ‘close’ to Thabo Bester purchased flashy car a month before the ‘great escape’
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Temporary manager appointed at Mangaung prison after Thabo Bester escape: Acting national commissioner for correctional services Makgothi Samuel Thobakgale has ...
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G4S and correctional services must account for Thabo Bester’s escape: DA: "It is imperative the public is afforded the truth and full details behind how an ...
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'Facebook rapist' faked own death in cell fire in escape from South African prison, police say
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Facebook rapist: MPs haul correctional services before Parliament over Thabo Bester escape drama
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Bongani Baloyi set to announce his next political move: Just weeks after his dramatic exit from ActionSA, former Midvaal mayor Bongani Baloyi is on Thursday ...
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Thabo Bester escape: Correctional Services will not renew prison contract with G4S
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South Africa: Company G4S Booted From Control of Mangaung Prison After Thabo Bester Escape
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‘Facebook Rapist’ convict faked his death and escaped prison, police say: Thabo Bester was believed dead after charred remains were found in his cell in 2022 ...
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G4S now says it raised concerns about fire in Thabo Bester’s cell with police, two days after he ‘escaped’ from Bloem prison
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CORRECTIONAL FAILURES OP-ED: ANC leadership’s ‘outrage’ over Thabo Bester escape seems a tad manufactured
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South Africa: 10 Cases of Cholera Confirmed in Gauteng - South African News Briefs - March 30, 2023
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South Africa: Prison Security Company Insists 'Facebook Rapist' Thabo Bester Died in Fire
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Pope Francis breaks with tradition in annual ritual by washing the feet of women only
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Quick Glance: Pope Washes Feet of 12 Women at Rome Prison
- Pope Francis washed and kissed the feet of 12 female inmates at a Rome prison during a Holy Thursday ritual to emphasize his calling of service and humility.
- He revolutionized the foot-washing ritual for the Vatican by insisting, since his first Holy Thursday as pope in 2013, on having women and people of other faiths among the 12 participants.
- Francis appeared in good shape at the prison, even after presiding over a long Mass earlier in the day in St. Peter’s Basilica. He was also energized by his visit to the Rebibbia prison, where he was given a basket of vegetables grown in the prison garden as well as two liturgical stoles.
- Despite the conclusion of Holy Thursday events, Francis has a lot to do in the upcoming days that will test his stamina, including the nighttime Way of the Cross procession at the Colosseum on Friday.
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years in prison: FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for a cryptocurrency fraud ...
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Quick Glance: Sam Bankman-Fried's Verdict: 25-Year Prison Term - BBC News
- Sam Bankman-Fried received a 25-year prison sentence. Key details from the court hearing in New York were summarized, focusing on his defense lawyer's arguments and the judge's ruling.
- The judge criticized SBF's lack of remorse, noting that he had never expressed a word of regret for committing terrible crimes. Customers who lost money in the collapse reported experiencing nightmares.
- SBF admitted to making a series of poor decisions but claimed that customers could be reimbursed. The judge pointed out that the assertion that customers would be fully repaid through the bankruptcy process was misleading.
- The court hearing also included testimonies from customers who lost significant amounts of money, insights into SBF's background, and the reasons behind the collapse of his company FTX.
Luis Rubiales: Prosecutors seek 2.5-year jail term over World Cup kiss: Spain's ex-football boss could go to prison because of a non-consensual kiss at the ...
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Man who helped drag police officer into mob gets over 5 years in prison for Capitol riot attacks
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Russia extends arrest of US reporter Evan Gershkovich. He has already spent nearly a year in jail
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Quick Glance: Russian Court Extends WSJ Reporter Evan Gershkovich's Detention
- A Russian court extended Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich's pre-trial detention until at least June 30.
- He has been accused of "acting on the instructions of the American side" and collecting state secrets about the military.
- The Wall Street Journal Editor-in-Chief Emma Tucker believes their reporter will be eventually freed but highlights the complexity of the situation.
- Gershkovich is one of several high-profile U.S. citizens or dual nationals currently detained in Russia.
Peter Navarro: ex-Trump adviser to begin prison sentence: Peter Navarro will become the first Trump White House official jailed for contempt to Congress.
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Quick Glance: Peter Navarro Reports to Prison for Defiance of Congress
- Former White House adviser Peter Navarro reported to prison on Tuesday for a contempt of Congress conviction, making him the first senior Trump administration official to be imprisoned for a crime related to the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack.
- Navarro was sentenced to four months in prison for refusing to comply with a subpoena for documents and testimony from the House committee investigating the riot by supporters of then-President Donald Trump.
- Prior to his incarceration at the federal prison in Miami, Navarro defiantly addressed reporters, labeling his conviction as the “partisan weaponization of the judicial system.
- After casting his vote in Florida on Tuesday, Trump was questioned about Navarro.
Supreme Court says Texas can arrest and jail migrants: The decision paves the way for Texas to implement SB4, which critics have called unconstitutional.
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Quick Glance: Legal Battle Over Texas Immigration Law Intensifies Again
- A federal appeals court issued a ruling late on Tuesday that once more halts Texas from apprehending migrants suspected of unlawfully entering the United States, shortly after the Supreme Court implemented the stringent new immigration law.
- Earlier in the day, a split decision by the Supreme Court granted Texas permission to enforce a statute granting law enforcement extensive authority to detain migrants believed to have illegally crossed the border while the legal conflict regarding the provision unfolds.
- Opponents view the legislation as the most extreme effort by a state to regulate immigration since the passage of an Arizona law over a decade ago, parts of which were invalidated by the Supreme Court.
- The dispute over the immigration statute in Texas is among several legal clashes between Texan officials and the Biden administration concerning the extent to which the state can monitor the Texas-Mexico border and deter unauthorized border crossings.
Pregnant Chick-fil-A manager killed in crash with prison transport van before baby shower
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India throws another opposition leader in jail as elections loom: Arvind Kejriwal, Delhi’s chief minister, is hauled off 29 days before voting starts
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Evan Gershkovich: Waiting for her brother, Putin's 'bargaining chip' in Russian jail
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Bassirou Diomaye Faye: From prison to Senegal’s presidential spotlight: From a Dakar prison to the presidency, Senegal's anti-establishment Bassirou Diomaye Faye ...
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Supreme Court says Texas can arrest and jail migrants: The decision paves the way for Texas to implement SB4, which critics have called unconstitutional.
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Skylar Meade: Idaho white supremacist and accomplice captured after prison break: The pair are suspected to have been involved in two homicides while on the run ...
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Quick Glance: Inmate and Accomplice on the Loose after Daring Hospital Attack
- An inmate escaped from an Idaho hospital Wednesday with an accomplice who shot at the correction officers transporting him, hitting two of them, in a 'daring' attack, according to authorities.
- Both suspects are still at large following the early morning 'ambush,' as reported by the Idaho Department of Correction.
- One correction officer is in critical but stable condition, and the second officer sustained serious injuries that are not life-threatening, according to officials.
- The Ada County Sheriff's Office is conducting the investigation into the shooting of the officer, as stated by Boise police.
Trump to attend wake for slain NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller: Trump, who frequently bemoans crime in big cities. said Guy Rivera, one of the two ex-cons charged ...
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Quick Glance: Barstool Sports Founder Dave Portnoy Raises $1.5M for Slain Cop Jonathan Diller's Family
- Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports, announced raising $1.5 million for the family of slain NYPD officer Jonathan Diller after vowing to match contributions.
- Portnoy expressed condolences for the fallen officer, highlighting the importance of supporting law enforcement. He appealed for donations and committed to donating all proceeds.
- The fallen officer Diller was shot by a suspect when a routine traffic stop in Queens escalated. Portnoy emphasized the tragedy and praised the community's support for the deceased officer's family.
- The Silver Shield Foundation offers assistance for Diller's 1-year-old son to fund his future education. Portnoy pledged to double all proceeds to support the family, stressing the need for a united response to such tragedies.
Sam Bankman-Fried should spend between 40 and 50 years in prison after being convicted for stealing $8 billion from customers of his now-bankrupt FTX ...
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Quick Glance: Prosecutors Call for 40 to 50 Years in Prison for Sam Bankman-Fried
- Federal prosecutors are recommending a prison sentence of 40 to 50 years for FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried for orchestrating one of the largest financial frauds in history.
- Convicted on fraud and conspiracy charges, Bankman-Fried stole at least $10 billion to fund his lavish lifestyle, make risky investments, and dispense charitable donations, defrauding investors and customers in the process.
- Prosecutors accuse Bankman-Fried of unmatched greed and hubris, disregarding ethical boundaries and causing financial devastation to many individuals through his relentless pursuit of wealth and power.
- Despite defense requests for leniency and a probation officer's recommendation of 100 years in prison, prosecutors insist that Bankman-Fried should face a significant sentence for his role in perpetrating one of the largest financial frauds in recent history.
Navarro's bid to stave off jail sentence denied at Supreme Court: His sentence is set to begin Tuesday.
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Ohio man gets 2.5 years in prison for death threats made in 2022 to Arizona’s top election official
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Carlee Russell: Alabama woman avoids jail after faking her own kidnapping: Carlee Russell had phoned 911 about finding a toddler on a highway and then ...
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Quick Glance: Carlee Russell Fined $17,000 for Staging Kidnapping
- New York Attorney General Letitia James has placed a "blanket lien" on Donald Trump's expansive estate north of New York City.
- Preparations for seizing his property began after Trump and some of his top executives lost a three-month trial for bank fraud.
- The AG has effectively placed a lien on all properties owned by Trump, his sons, and some of their companies.
- The Seven Springs property was a focal point in the bank fraud case against Trump, who tried to develop it for years but ultimately donated a significant portion for conservation.
Federal officials say 20 have been charged for threatening election workers: An outsize number of the prosecutions have involved Arizona, a swing state that ...
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Quick Glance: Federal Charges for Threatening Election Workers
- The Justice Department reported that approximately 20 individuals have been charged for threatening election officials during the 2020 and 2022 elections, with over half a dozen receiving sentences ranging from one to 3 ½ years.
- Investigators must assess reported threats to determine if they escalate from free speech to actual violent or death threats, considering the reason behind the threat and its impact on the recipient.
- Threats commonly arise during election periods, often fueled by denial of election results, leading to severe consequences for election workers, their families, and colleagues.
- Judge Steven P. Logan emphasized that violent threats pose a significant risk to American institutions and employees, constituting a direct assault on the rule of law.
Woman who lied to police that her mobile phone was snatched gets 5 days’ jail: Lee Yi-Ching's lies caused the police to conduct a manhunt that lasted nearly two ...
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Man sentenced to 11 months in prison for voicemail threats to Nancy Pelosi, Alejandro Mayorkas: DOJ
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A Chinese pastor is released after 7 years in prison, only to find himself unable to get an ID
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Kimmel fires back at Trump criticism from Oscars stage: ‘Isn’t it past your jail time?’
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Quick Glance: Success at the Oscars 2024
- The 96th Academy Awards were commemorated with host Jimmy Kimmel.
- The dominance of Oppenheimer with 13 nominations stood out.
- Exciting competitions in diverse categories with possible historical victories.
- Past acting winners introduced nominees, along with thrilling musical performances.
Peter Navarro ordered to prison on March 19: The former Trump aide is urging an appeals court to step in and block the sentence while he appeals.
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Quick Glance: Mark Robinson Running for GOP Governor in North Carolina
- After Republican losses in the 2018 elections, Mark Robinson accused the Affordable Care Act of attempting to 'enslave' people.
- Robinson, a fiery conservative who spreads conspiracies, is the Republican nominee for governor in North Carolina.
- The race between Robinson and Democratic nominee Josh Stein will be this cycle’s most closely watched gubernatorial campaign.
- Robinson advocates for full repeal of the Affordable Care Act without replacement, sparking political tensions.
No more prison for fare dodging: There will no longer be a prison sentence for repeated fare evasion in Cologne. The federal government is also planning ...
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US Vice President Kamala Harris said 'nobody should have to go to jail for smoking weed,' as she met to discuss the topic with rapper Fat Joe and others ...
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A U.K. court delays extradition of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to the U.S.: He spent seven years in the Ecuadorian Embassy and five years in prison ...
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Quick Glance: Julian Assange: UK Court Delays US Extradition
- A British court ruled that Julian Assange cannot be extradited to the United States unless U.S. authorities guarantee he won't face the death penalty.
- Assange will remain in London's Belmarsh Prison as the legal battle continues.
- Judges emphasized the need for Assange to receive the same protections as a U.S. citizen and to be spared from the death penalty.
- The U.S. Justice Department declined to comment, while Assange's supporters argue for his rights as a journalist under the First Amendment.
Former Norwich City director's comments about black footballers branded 'absolute disgrace'
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San Quentin begins prison reform - but not for those on death row: The prison is being remade into a rehabilitation centre that will not include people sentenced ...
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Tomato Puree Rated Poorly: Woman in Nigeria Faces Jail Over Online Review: A Nigerian woman doesn't like a can of pureed tomatoes and she vents her anger at the ...
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Russian student jailed for pro-Ukraine wi-fi name: Russia's ruthless crackdown on dissent has seen thousands of ordinary Russians jailed or fined.
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Quick Glance: Russian Student Jailed for Pro-Ukraine Wi-Fi Name
- A Russian student was sentenced to 10 days in prison in Moscow for using a pro-Kyiv slogan as his Wi-Fi network name.
- He was found guilty by a Moscow court of displaying 'symbols of extremist organisations' and received the sentence on Thursday (Mar 7).
- Supporters of Ukraine use 'Slava Ukraini' as a rallying cry and it is regularly chanted in protests against Russia's invasion launched on February 24, 2022.
- The student joins the long list of Russian citizens facing punishment for expressing dissent against the war.
School shooter's parents could face years in prison after groundbreaking Michigan trials
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Quick Glance: James Crumbley Found Guilty of Involuntary Manslaughter
- James Crumbley, father of a Michigan school shooter, was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter on Thursday.
- He was accused of failing to secure a gun at home and doing nothing to address acute signs of his mental turmoil.
- The jury verdict means that James Crumbley has joined Jennifer Crumbley as a cause of the killing of four students at Oxford High School in 2021, even without pulling the trigger.
- Defense attorney Mariell Lehman stated that James Crumbley is deeply affected by the events at the school. He could potentially face a sentence of up to 10 years in prison.
Pro-Trump lawyer surrenders in Michigan after DC arrest and Dominion leaks: Pro-Trump lawyer Stefanie Lambert surrendered Thursday to Michigan authorities in ...
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Former correctional officer at women's prison in California sentenced for sexually abusing inmates
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Mississippi ex-police officer pleads guilty after making man lick urine off jail floor
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Quick Glance: Mississippi ex-police officer admits guilt in forcing man to lick urine from jail floor
- A former Mississippi police officer pleaded guilty to a federal misdemeanor charge after allegedly forcing a man he arrested to lick urine off the floor of a jail cell.
- Michael Christian Green, 26, lost his job as a Pearl Police Department patrol officer in late December, four days after security cameras captured the violent incident in Pearl, a suburb of Jackson.
- Green, sporting a large cross tattoo on one arm and the word 'Blessed' on the other, calmly stood before a federal magistrate judge and did not dispute any accusations read by a federal prosecutor.
- The city of Pearl revealed that they became aware of the 'disturbing event' over Christmas weekend and initiated an investigation using an independent attorney. Mayor Windham mentioned that Green resigned on December 27.
Jeff Bezos’ Ex-Wife MacKenzie Scott Gives Millions to LGBT, Migrant Rights Groups
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DCS confirms probe into Nandipha Magudumana’s assault claims: The Department of Correctional Services confirmed that a probe is under way after Dr Nandipha ...
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Israel Arrests West Bank Reporter Rula Hassanein; 13th Palestinian Dies in Israeli Prison Since Oct. 7
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Quick Glance: Escalation in Israeli Prisons
- A journalist named Rula Hassanein was arrested by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank while her home was raided overnight. Despite still breastfeeding her 9-month-old baby, she had to leave it behind.
- Additionally, a 26-year-old Palestinian Bedouin passed away over the weekend in an Israeli prison. Reports indicate widespread abuse and medical neglect in Israeli detention facilities. This recent tragedy marks at least the 13th death due to mistreatment in an Israeli prison since October 7.
Trump promises to 'free' Jan. 6 rioters on first day back in White House if reelected
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Quick Glance: Trump Insistent on Capitol Visit, Driver Testifies
- The driver of former President Trump’s car on Jan. 6 disputed claims of Trump trying to take control of the car, while affirming Trump's insistence on joining his supporters at the Capitol.
- The driver confirmed details about Trump's insistence to go to the Capitol and his lack of concern about the crowd.
- Emphasis was placed on Trump persistently demanding to go to the Capitol even after returning to the White House, supported by Engel and Ornato.
- Additional details in the transcript reveal Trump's frustration with Pence and his focus on crowd size during his speech.
Dubai Police arrest 202 beggars; most are visit visa holders - News | Khaleej Times
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Ohio mom who left toddler alone 10 days when she went on vacation pleads guilty to aggravated murder
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Greifswald corona expert: I was treated with hostility: The coronavirus pandemic has made scientists the target of hostility. Lars Kaderali from Greifswald said ...
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HMP Lewes: Ambulance crews rushed to East Sussex prison after 'medical incident'
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First Muslim American nominated to federal appeals court faces roadblocks in Senate
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11-year-old fatally stabbed while trying to protect pregnant mother from attacker, officials say
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Neymar's father says his family won't bail Alves out of Spanish prison after rape conviction
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Appeals Court Denies Peter Navarro’s Motion to Remain Out of Prison: The order on Thursday left Mr. Navarro on track to begin a four-month sentence next week for ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/14/us/politics/peter-navarro-appeal-prison.html
Quick Glance: Court denies Peter Navarro’s request for prison stay
- A federal appeals court ruled on Thursday that former Trump adviser Peter Navarro cannot remain out of prison during his appeal against his conviction for refusing to comply with a congressional subpoena related to the Capitol attack on January 6, 2021.
- The District of Columbia Circuit Court of Appeals essentially upheld the judge's decision that Navarro's appeal does not pose a 'significant legal question' justifying his release.
- Following his conviction last year on two contempt of Congress charges, 74-year-old Navarro was sentenced to four months in prison and is set to report to a Miami prison on Tuesday. This would mark him as the first prominent Trump adviser to serve jail time for endeavors to challenge the 2020 election.
- Navarro stated to reporters after his conviction that he anticipates his case to reach the Supreme Court to address concerns about executive privilege for high-ranking White House officials.
Paedophile with terminal cancer dies in prison: Ian Wilkinson repeatedly abused a teenage boy in the 1980s
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Former soccer star Robinho turns himself in to start serving 9-year prison sentence for rape
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Quick Glance: Robinho Arrested in Brazil for Rape Conviction
- Former footballer Robinho was arrested in Brazil after his last-minute attempt to delay his nine-year rape sentence was rejected.
- Robinho was found guilty by an Italian court for participating in a gang rape and exhausted all appeals.
- Italy requested Robinho to serve his sentence in Brazil since the country does not extradite its nationals.
- Criticism arose in the football world over the silence on cases of violence against women, especially with Robinho and Dani Alves' convictions.
General Hospital Preview: Jason Comes Between Sonny and Carly: In the latest General Hospital preview, friends and families are at odds over Jason's guilt ...
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Two bar workers arrested in Russia’s first LGBTQ ‘extremism’ case: The suspects will remain in custody until May 18 and face as long as 10 years in prison if ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/21/two-bar-workers-arrested-in-russias-first-lgbtq-extremism-criminal-case
'A heartrending case': 12 years' jail for woman who cheated boss into giving her S$3.7 million
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/heartrending-case-12-years-jail-woman-who-cheated-boss-giving-her-s37-million-4191356
A Chinese pastor is released after 7 years in prison, only to find himself unable to get an ID
abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/chinese-pastor-released-after-7-years-prison-find-108424901
Dani Alves: Soccer star leaves prison after paying $1 million bond for provisional release after sexual assault conviction
cnn.com/2024/03/25/sport/dani-alves-bond-provisional-release-spt-intl/
Philadelphia Man Is Cleared in Shooting After About a Dozen Years in Prison: Charles Rice had been sentenced to prison for 30 to 60 years for attempted murder ...
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Son speaks after notorious ex-con dies: The son of former prisoner Russell Manser has broken his silence after his father’s sudden death.
news.com.au/national/nsw-act/bank-robber-and-tiktok-star-russell-manser-dies/news-story/a40334cca6a5a7117c385bfc0553e507
'Worst landlord' in New York City gets jail time for ignoring repairs, is attacked at Rikers Island
nbcnewyork.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/worst-nyc-landlord-attacked-rikers/5252525
‘A momentous day’: All 6 rogue Mississippi cops got long prison sentences in ‘Goon Squad’ torture of 2 Black men
cnn.com/2024/03/21/us/mississippi-officers-sentencing-goon-squad-thursday/
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Trans-identifying male in women's prison found having sex with female inmate: report
nypost.com/2024/03/23/us-news/trans-identifying-male-in-womens-prison-reportedly-discovered-having-sex-with-female-inmate/
Tunisia sentences four to death for murder of politician Chokri Belaid: After a decade-long wait, six people are found guilty of the murder of politician Chokri ...
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68673546
Life in prison for five men who raped, killed woman in Crown Mines: Five men who raped and killed Sinoxolo Noah in Johannesburg in 2022 have been sentenced to ...
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-03-27-life-in-prison-for-five-men-who-raped-killed-woman-in-crown-mines/
Man who made bomb threat against Arizona election official gets 3.5 years in prison
cnn.com/2024/03/13/politics/arizona-election-threat/
Pakistan: Ex-PM Imran Khan barred from having visitors for 2 weeks - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/world/asia/pakistan-ex-pm-imran-khan-barred-from-having-visitors-for-2-weeks
Man jailed for inciting violence against PM Lee on Facebook post about Shinzo Abe's shooting
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/man-incite-violence-pm-lee-facebook-post-shinzo-abe-shooting-4207751
Mississippi 'Goon Squad' torture defendants get prison terms totaling 100-plus years
reuters.com/legal/mississippi-goon-squad-torture-defendants-get-prison-terms-totaling-100-plus-2024-03-21/
U.S. raises treatment of imprisoned Palestinian leader Barghouti with Israel: Relatives of Marwan Barghouti, the most prominent Palestinian political figure ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/03/27/palestinian-leader-barghouti-israel-mistreatment/
Virtual reality offers a chilling 3D look inside Venezuela's spiraling prison: A former Venezuelan political prisoner got the idea to create a virtual reality ...
npr.org/2024/03/23/1239248108/virtual-reality-venezuela-prison-tour
U.S. man gets life in prison for attack on women at German castle: The man who raped and killed one American tourist and pushed another down a steep slope ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/03/11/germany-castle-killer-neuschwanstein-convicted/
Quick Glance: US man receives life sentence for Neuschwanstein attack in Germany
- An American man was sentenced to life in prison on Monday for committing rape, murder, and attempted murder in an attack on two tourists near Neuschwanstein castle in the German state of Bavaria.
- Presiding judge Christoph Schwiebacher deemed the offense particularly serious, indicating that the man is unlikely to be eligible for parole after 15 years, as is the norm in Germany.
- The man confessed to the crimes at the beginning of the trial.
- Neuschwanstein Castle is one of Germany's most visited sites, attracting approximately 1.5 million tourists annually.
Pro-Trump lawyer released from DC jail after pledging to surrender in Michigan election-tampering case
cnn.com/2024/03/19/politics/stefanie-lambert-released/
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Quick Glance: Stefanie Lambert's Arrest Following Dominion Document Leak Hearing
- An attorney was arrested in Washington, D.C., after a hearing regarding potential sanctions for disclosing confidential emails from Dominion Voting Systems.
- The attorney obtained the Dominion emails by representing a prominent funder of election conspiracy theorists being sued by Dominion for defamation.
- Dominion requested the attorney's removal from the case citing new threats triggered by her disclosure, emphasizing the disregard for court orders and employee safety.
- Judge Upadhyaya scheduled a further hearing to assess the appropriateness of sanctions against the attorney or her removal from the case, within the context of defamation lawsuits filed by Dominion against election deniers.
Delta pilot found drunk before transatlantic flight sentenced to 10 months prison
cnn.com/2024/03/20/travel/delta-pilot-sentenced-intl-scli-gbr/
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Quick Glance: Delta Pilot Sentenced to 10 Months in Jail
- Delta pilot Lawrence B. Russell Jr., 63, was sentenced for showing up with a blood alcohol level more than two times the aviation limit and a half-empty bottle of Jägermeister in his luggage, according to authorities.
- The pilot was caught almost two-and-a-half times over the aviation alcohol limit while preparing to fly from Edinburgh to New York and received a 10-month jail term.
- After the pilot's admission, he was sentenced to pay a fine and lost his job, but plans to apply for a new medical certificate after completing his sentence to work as a pilot again.
- Mr. Russell was charged with driving under the influence, but he cooperated and expressed fear during the incident.
An Ohio toddler died after her mom left her home alone while she took a 10-day vacation. A judge called it the ‘ultimate act of betrayal’
cnn.com/2024/03/20/us/ohio-mom-toddler-death-sentencing-cec/
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Ten Days in Moscow Jail: Student Jailed for Pro-Ukrainian Name for Wifi Network: Anyone in Russia who publicly criticizes the war of aggression in Ukraine must ...
n-tv.de/politik/Student-wegen-pro-ukrainischem-Namen-fuer-Wifi-Netzwerk-inhaftiert-article24794420.html
Munz: Remarkable action: prisoners at the front - Close Russian prisons: Russia is sending convicted criminals to the front in the war in Ukraine ...
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/politik/Haeftlinge-an-der-Front-Russische-Gefaengnisse-schliessen-article24822846.html
Trial over secret documents: Former Trump confidant breaks his silence: Trump faces prison time in his documents affair. His former confidant is now going public ...
fr.de/politik/zeuge-geheimdokumente-trump-weisses-haus-wahl-praesident-2024-gericht-prozess-strafverfahren-zr-92886488.html
Flames drop Topi Ronni after 1-year prison sentence for rape - ESPN: Topi Ronni, the 59th overall pick in the 2022 NHL draft, had his contract with the Flames ...
espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/39718090/flames-drop-topi-ronni-1-year-prison-sentence-rape
Project Birdseye - Official First Look Trailer - IGN: Project Birdseye is the next project from The Callisto Protocol developer Striking Distance ...
ign.com/videos/project-birdseye-official-first-look-trailer
The U.S. prison population is rapidly graying. Prisons aren't built for what's coming
npr.org/2024/03/11/1234655082/prison-elderly-aging-geriatric-population-care
FBI again searches California federal women's prison plagued by sexual abuse: Federal investigators are again searching a troubled women’s prison in California ...
apnews.com/article/federal-prisons-dublin-sexual-abuse-fbi-d59870c859d58e1ab2b158392adaee57
Ghislaine Maxwell seeks to overturn sex trafficking conviction: A lawyer for Ghislaine Maxwell will on Tuesday ask a U.S. appeals court to overturn the British ...
reuters.com/legal/ghislaine-maxwell-seeks-overturn-sex-trafficking-conviction-2024-03-12/
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