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‘Who could have done this?’ Mystery over Briton found dead in a suitcase in Athens
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Greek police throw entire homicide division at trying to explain fate of 38-year-old Elisabeth-Jane RossTwo worlds separated by sheets of corrugated iron: one,…
Justice department admits reflecting pool damage not caused by vandals as it moves to drop charges against Olympian – as it happened
The Guardian – World
· Europe
This blog is now closed. You can read our latest story hereWhen asked by a reporter at Camp David about negotiations with Iran, Trump said the US would be “hit…
Trump officials drop Reflecting Pool charges against ex-US Olympian David Hearn
South China Morning Post – World
· China
The US Justice Department moved Friday to dismiss a criminal case charging a former Olympian with deliberately damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
G…
Zubair Baloch, brother of jailed gangster Uzair Baloch, was critically wounded in a drive-by shooting. Two masked assailants on a motorcycle opened fire, strik…
Illinois officer who killed Sonya Massey denied medical release from prison
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Sean Grayson, diagnosed with colon cancer, was sentenced to 20 years for killing Massey in Springfield in 2024A former Illinois sheriff’s deputy won’t get an e…
Nolan Wells case takes shocking turn as California man arrested after death
Times of India – World
· India
It has been close to a month since Nolan Wells died tragically. While authorities investigate his case, a man has now been arrested for a different reason.
Chhattisgarh worker shot dead, another wounded in first J&K terror attack on migrants in 21 months
Times of India – World
· India
Terrorists shot dead a 24-year-old labourer from Chhattisgarh in Kulgam. Another worker from the same state was critically wounded in the attack. Security forc…
Sri Lanka’s ex-police chief sentenced to death over 2019 Easter bombings
South China Morning Post – World
· China
A Sri Lanka court sentenced former police chief Pujith Jayasundara to death on Friday for failing to prevent the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings, which killed 279 …
Man Accused of Spying for Iran at British Air Base in Cyprus
The New York Times – World
· US
Rashad Sultanov, a dual British and Azerbaijani citizen, was arrested after accusations he surveilled the military installation, a hub for Mideast operations, …
Indonesia: Pilot faces death penalty after drugs found in suitcase
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
· Europe
A Malaysian Airlines pilot tested positive for cocaine and meth after flying a passenger jet into Jakarta, with Indonesian authorities finding over 70,000 ecst…
Brother of Pakistani gangster Uzair Baloch critically injured in shooting in Karachi
Indian Express – World
· India
- Zubair Baloch, brother of gangster Uzair Baloch, was critically injured in a shooting in Karachi's Lyari, with two bystanders also wounded. Shooters fled aft…
'No reason to invoke criminal justice': CJP on protesters' derogatory remarks
Times of India – World
· India
A party spokesperson stated that individuals can pursue defamation cases for offensive language. He argued that criminal proceedings against protesters for ob…
Malaysian police probe vote-buying claims ahead of Negeri Sembilan state poll
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Malaysian police are investigating three reports of alleged vote-buying ahead of Saturday’s Negeri Sembilan state election.
Negeri Sembilan police chief Deputy…
Lindsay Clancy’s husband told police children were dead, court hears
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Officers in murder trial testify of arriving at Massachusetts home after anguished 911 call from Patrick ClancyThe two police officers focused first on Lindsay…
US dad who gave gun to high school shooter gets 15 years in prison
South China Morning Post – World
· China
A man who gave his son the gun he used to kill two students and two teachers at Apalachee High School in Georgia was sentenced Thursday to 15 years in prison.
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Father of teen school shooter sentenced to 15 years in prison
BBC News – World
· Europe
"It is clear you failed as a parent," the judge told Colin Gray, who was found guilty earlier this year on charges stemming from the deadly 2024 school attack.
Raid on a Pakistani police post leaves 11 officers and 15 attackers dead
The Hindu – World
· India
No group immediately claimed responsibility for the assault. Suspicion is likely to fall on the Pakistani Taliban, known as Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan, or TTP.
Berlin Pride attack: Are German juvenile courts too lenient?
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
· Europe
The terror attack on Berlin Pride has put the work of juvenile courts into the spotlight. Many argue the 21-year-old perpetrator should have been in prison at …
Human trafficking in Mexico: the dark side of tourism
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
· Europe
By May, a record-breaking 20 million tourists had visited Mexico so far in 2026. But with increased tourism comes a heightened risk of human trafficking and se…
How crypto miners are stealing power in Southeast Asia
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
· Europe
Across Southeast Asia, illegal cryptocurrency miners are stealing vast amounts of electricity, straining national grids and exposing links to organized crime.
ICAC charges 3 former HSBC managers over accepting bribes to fast-track accounts
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Hong Kong’s anti-corruption watchdog has charged three former HSBC relationship managers with allegedly accepting bribes to help customers jump the queue when …
U.S. uses dormant court to seek deportation of Afghan woman accused of aiding terror plot
The Hindu – World
· India
The Alien Terrorist Removal Court is scheduled to hold a hearing in Washington, DC, for the government's petition to deport Nazira Haji Zada who was arrested e…
Man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie convicted of terror offences
Indian Express – World
· India
- Hadi Matar convicted of terrorism and Hezbollah support in New York federal court, serving 25-year prison sentence for Rushdie attack.
- Rushdie stabbed 15…
UK government reviews why police ceding criminal cases to US military
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Exclusive: ministers and police chiefs examining how cases involving US military personnel on UK soil are handled after Guardian revelationsThe UK government a…
'Demanded multiple relationships': IPS trainee charged with rape of colleague
Times of India – World
· India
A trainee IPS officer now faces rape and attempt-to-murder charges. These new charges were added after the initial complaint of sexual assault. The officer w…
‘She killed the kids!’ Police call from Lindsay Clancy’s husband brings tears to courtroom
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Lindsay Clancy sobbed in court on Wednesday as jurors listened to the anguished emergency call her then-husband made after returning from an errand to find she…
Hadi Matar convicted in US terrorism trial over Salman Rushdie stabbing
South China Morning Post – World
· China
The man who stabbed and partially blinded author Salman Rushdie at a speaking engagement in 2022 was found guilty on Wednesday of federal terrorism charges for…
Body found in suitcase in Athens is that of 38-year-old British woman
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Greek authorities identify remains as those of Elizabeth Jane Ross after discovery in a derelict building 11 days ago A body found in a suitcase in an abandone…
Norwegian teenager guilty of travelling to UK to carry out contract killing
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Johannes Kongsnes Natland was recruited to murder unknown person by international crime gang linked to IranA Norwegian teenager has been found guilty of travel…
Triple killer who dismembered bodies of two friends given whole-life jail sentence
The Guardian – World
· Europe
James Desborough, who also strangled cellmate to death for snoring while awaiting trial, hid body fragments in Cornwall woodsA triple killer who murdered and d…
Four women accuse Jared Leto of criminal sexual conduct when they were teenagers
The Guardian – World
· Europe
BBC documentary reports incidents alleged to have taken place when actor and musician was in 30s and 40sThe actor and singer Jared Leto has been accused in a B…
Tony Romo's OWI arrest sparks fresh debate over his CBS future
Times of India – World
· India
Tony Romo was arrested on 23rd July by the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office on charges of OWI, sparking chaos among many. With the new bodycam footage, there …
Norwegian teen found guilty in UK murder plot tied to Iran-linked group
South China Morning Post – World
· China
A Norwegian teenager was convicted on Wednesday of conspiracy to commit murder in Britain after being recruited by a Swedish organised crime group that pros…
5 Indians held in Thailand for kidnapping Indian tourists; cops allege Pakistani link
Indian Express – World
· India
- Five Indian nationals arrested in Thailand for kidnapping, torturing three Indians, and demanding ₹40 lakh ransom each, linked to a Pakistani mastermind in D…
Indian national Amritpal Singh added to FBI’s 'Most Wanted' list in drug trafficking case
Times of India – World
· India
- TOI World Desk's team of seasoned journalists and writers cover global events with diverse perspectives.
- Committed to accuracy, depth, and timely deliver…
ICE’s New Detention Center Contracts Declare State Laws ‘Shall Not Apply’
Wired
· Global
One day after a federal judge ordered an ICE detention center opened to state health inspectors, the agency posted new contract terms that would void state ove…
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‘Who could have done this?’ Mystery over Briton found dead in a suitcase in Athens
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Greek police deployed entire homicide division to investigate the mysterious death of British tourist Elisabeth-Jane Ross, found in a derelict area of Athens.
- No injuries or DNA evidence linked to a suspect; police suspect she may have died nearby and was hidden, with no clear motive.
- Her phone sent messages after her death, possibly to delay her missing report, raising questions about her killer’s connection.
- Investigators await toxicology results and CCTV analysis to determine cause of death amid ongoing frustration and public outpouring.
Justice department admits reflecting pool damage not caused by vandals as it moves to drop charges against Olympian – as it happened
Source: The Guardian – World
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- U.S. attorney’s office dismissed charges against David Hearn, citing contractor errors, not vandalism, in Lincoln Memorial pool damage.
- Treasury intervened in yen market via Fed’s euro sales to stabilize Japanese currency amid depreciation.
- Kamala Harris stated no decision on 2028 presidential run; Colorado River crisis plan released with state water cuts.
- Treasury Secretary Bessent’s to-do list exposed plans to buy $5–10bn in yen during a Cabinet meeting.
Trump administration drops Reflecting Pool vandalism charge and admits 'botched' repairs
Source: BBC News – World
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- US prosecutors dropped charges against David Hearn, blaming contractor errors, not vandalism, for Reflecting Pool damage.
- Trump initially claimed vandals caused damage but later admitted contractor issues, though he still insists "major damage" was vandalism.
- Hearn’s lawyers accused the administration of abuse of power, demanding an apology after the case dismissal.
- The pool’s renovation, overseen by Trump’s chosen contractor, faced flaws like peeling paint and algae, sparking public and legal scrutiny.
How police in US are using the power of podcasts to crack unsolved murders
Source: BBC News – World
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- Police departments use podcasts to solve cold cases, e.g., California’s Chadwick case, Illinois’ Karen Schepers, and Colorado’s Chelsea Yasser murder.
- Podcasts employ engaging storytelling, similar to *Serial*, to attract wider audiences and gather tips on unresolved crimes.
- Controversies arise over using "murderer" without "alleged," raising legal and ethical concerns about police involvement in adjudication.
- Podcasts have spurred tips and expedited investigations, though not always directly leading to arrests, as seen in Chadwick’s capture.
Trump officials drop Reflecting Pool charges against ex-US Olympian David Hearn
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Justice Department dismissed criminal case against David Hearn, citing "flawed installation" and rushed project completion as causes of Lincoln Memorial Pool damage.
- New evidence suggests damage stemmed from contractor errors, not vandalism, weakening the case against Hearn.
- Hearn’s lawyers criticized the government’s "ready, fire, aim" approach, demanding an apology for wrongful charges.
- Dismissal highlights disputes over accountability, with prosecutors acknowledging insufficient proof of intentional harm.
‘Dhurandhar’ gangster’s brother shot in Karachi
Source: Times of India – World
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- Raj Shekhar Jha is a journalist at the Times of India.
- Over a decade of experience in national security, terrorism, crime, and prisons reporting.
- Specializes in covering sensitive topics like terrorism and national security.
- Focuses on crime and prison-related issues.
Illinois officer who killed Sonya Massey denied medical release from prison
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Sean Grayson, convicted of second-degree murder in Sonya Massey’s killing, had his early release request denied due to advanced colon cancer.
- Illinois’ prisoner review board unanimously rejected his medical release, citing justice and accountability concerns.
- The case sparked protests over systemic racism, with prosecutors and Massey’s family opposing his release.
- Governor Pritzker emphasized the tragedy, calling Massey’s death a “profound loss” and demanding justice for Black victims.
Children face higher threat of US deportation as legal support deal expires
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Expiring contract risks leaving 24,000 unaccompanied children without legal representation, increasing deportation risks.
- Trump administration’s silence on contract expiration and withheld payments strain nonprofits, risking program collapse.
- Legal protections, like the Trafficking Victims Protection Act, require representation for children in deportation cases.
- Advocates demand transparency on compliance with laws, as HHS avoids clarifying future policies for vulnerable minors.
Nolan Wells case takes shocking turn as California man arrested after death
Source: Times of India – World
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- Nolan Wells, a wide receiver for Southwest Mississippi Community College, died tragically, sparking widespread mourning.
- Communities across the region are grieving the loss of a beloved college athlete.
- NFL News reported on his passing, underscoring the profound impact of his untimely death.
- His death has prompted conversations about mental health and safety in collegiate athletics.
Chhattisgarh worker shot dead, another wounded in first J&K terror attack on migrants in 21 months
Source: Times of India – World
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- Terrorists killed a 24-year-old Chhattisgarh laborer in Srinagar.
- Another Chhattisgarh worker was critically injured at the same site.
- Attack occurred at a brick kiln in south Ka.
- Victims targeted in alleged terrorist incident.
Sri Lanka’s ex-police chief sentenced to death over 2019 Easter bombings
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Sri Lanka court sentenced former police chief Pujith Jayasundara to death for failing to prevent 2019 Easter bombings that killed 279, including 45 foreigners.
- Jayasundara can appeal; Sri Lanka hasn’t executed a death sentence since 1976, with 800+ on death row, typically commuted to life.
- State appealed 2022 acquittal of Jayasundara and Hemasiri Fernando, leading to this special fast-track court ruling.
- Death penalty remains on unofficial moratorium, though legal challenges continue amid ongoing cases.
Man Accused of Spying for Iran at British Air Base in Cyprus
Source: The New York Times – World
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- British authorities arrested Rashad Sultanov, a dual citizen, for spying for Iran by surveilling a Cyprus air base used for Middle East operations.
- The arrest under the National Security Act highlights Britain’s use of new laws to counter foreign threats targeting its military installations.
- Revolutionary Guards targeted British bases like Fairford and Diego Garcia with drones and missiles, escalating tensions in the region.
- UK accused Iran’s Revolutionary Guards of orchestrating anti-Semitic attacks in Europe, seeking to label the group as a terrorist organization.
Indonesia: Pilot faces death penalty after drugs found in suitcase
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
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- Malaysian pilot tested positive for cocaine, meth, and MDMA after carrying 70,000 ecstasy pills and 4g of meth to Indonesia.
- Faces death penalty in Indonesia, though executions are paused, with foreign traffickers still awaiting trial.
- Accused of smuggling for an international syndicate, with prior drug trafficking convictions.
- Malaysia Airlines investigates, stating it will cooperate with authorities on the case.
Brother of Pakistani gangster Uzair Baloch critically injured in shooting in Karachi
Source: Indian Express – World
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- Zubair Baloch, brother of gangster Uzair Baloch, was critically injured in a shooting in Karachi's Lyari, with two bystanders also wounded. Shooters fled after a shopkeeper returned fire.
- Police investigate gang rivalry and personal enmity, amid fears of renewed gang violence after rumors of fugitive gangsters returning from Dubai/Iran.
- 2012 police operation in Lyari killed 20, displaced 150 families; Uzair Baloch faced legal battles, including an espionage conviction in 2020.
- Zubair joined a political party recently, raising flags in Lyari, while his brother’s criminal past ties to 2012 clashes with law enforcement.
'No reason to invoke criminal justice': CJP on protesters' derogatory remarks
Source: Times of India – World
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- CJP protesters allegedly used derogatory remarks during Jantar Mantar agitation.
- Party spokesperson Saurav Das reacted to the allegations.
- The agitation occurred at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi.
- The remarks were alleged to be derogatory, prompting the party’s response.
Malaysian police probe vote-buying claims ahead of Negeri Sembilan state poll
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Three election bribery reports lodged in Seremban, Port Dickson, and Bukit Pelanduk under Section 11 of the Election Offences Act 1954.
- 69-year-old man allegedly given RM300 cash to vote for a candidate, photographed with ID card.
- 40-year-old man saw video of people receiving cash envelopes at a Bukit Pelanduk event.
- 72-year-old man reported WhatsApp video of Labu seat candidate distributing cash.
Lindsay Clancy’s husband told police children were dead, court hears
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Officers arrived at Clancy’s home after a 911 call, finding her husband screaming about dead children; the infant had a faint pulse, others were unresponsive.
- Trial centers on Clancy’s mental state: defense claims postpartum psychosis, prosecutors argue intentional crime; she faces life imprisonment or psychiatric commitment.
- Patrick Clancy testified about his wife’s deteriorating mental health, including suicidal thoughts and failed treatments, leading to the killings 19 days post-discharge.
- Medical providers face lawsuits for alleged misdiagnosis; Clancy’s lawyers cite bipolar disorder and antidepressant side effects worsening her condition.
US dad who gave gun to high school shooter gets 15 years in prison
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Colt Gray, son of Colin Gray, received a life sentence for killing 4 at Apalachee High School in 2024.
- Colin Gray was sentenced to 15 years for providing the gun used in the shooting.
- Defense sought 10 years prison + probation; DA requested 80 years.
- Judge called Colin’s crimes “negligence tied to his son’s tragedy,” balancing emotion with legal duty.
Father of teen school shooter sentenced to 15 years in prison
Source: BBC News – World
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- Colin Gray, father of 16-year-old school shooter Colt Gray, sentenced to 15 years for murder/manslaughter after providing the rifle used in the attack.
- Judge criticized Gray for failing to monitor son’s online activity, secure firearms, and address mental health warnings.
- Prosecutors argued Gray ignored clear signs of his son’s violent intentions, while defense shifted blame to Colt.
- This marks the third U.S. case where parents faced criminal charges for their child’s mass school shooting, following similar 2024 cases.
Raid on a Pakistani police post leaves 11 officers and 15 attackers dead
Source: The Hindu – World
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- **Militant attack in Pakistan**: 11 killed, 15 militants killed in gunfight; senior officer Diyar Khan among casualties.
- **Suspected group**: TTP linked to attack, accused of escalating violence against security forces.
- **Attack details**: Reinforcements ambushed, armored vehicle damaged; militants used heavy weapons.
- **Regional context**: TTP’s alliance with Afghan Taliban raises tensions over sanctuary accusations.
Berlin Pride attack: Are German juvenile courts too lenient?
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
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- A 21-year-old Islamist, released weeks after a suspended prison sentence, killed one and injured 31 during Berlin Pride.
- He had been convicted of violent extremism, deported from Lebanon, and released under probation before the attack.
- Juvenile courts in Germany face criticism for leniency, balancing rehabilitation with public safety concerns over radicalization risks.
- Calls for reform clash with experts' warnings that harsher penalties may worsen radicalization, while intelligence gaps highlighted systemic flaws.
Human trafficking in Mexico: the dark side of tourism
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
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- Mexico's 2026 tourism boom (20M tourists) raises risks of human trafficking and sexual exploitation, especially for women and children.
- Mixi Cruz's story highlights family-driven trafficking, with 70% of survivors being female minors, underscoring systemic manipulation and underreporting.
- Trafficking incidents surged 45% in 2025, linked to cartels like CJNG and Sinaloa, with UNODC urging cross-border cooperation.
- Anti-trafficking efforts face skepticism, as pimps exploit language barriers and tourists, with 98% of cases remaining unreported.
How crypto miners are stealing power in Southeast Asia
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
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- **Illegal crypto mining** in Southeast Asia links to electricity theft, organized crime, and grid strain, with Malaysia’s raid seizing €14,500 in losses and €21,500 in monthly revenue.
- **Widespread theft** saw 14,000 premises and €1.1 billion losses in Malaysia, with cases rising from 610 in 2018 to 2,397 in 2024, threatening economic stability.
- **Governments** face enforcement challenges due to rapid equipment movement and limited resources, prompting calls for smart meters, licensing, and cross-agency collaboration.
- **Legal mining** struggles in Laos, where surplus energy projects failed to generate jobs or economic benefits, leading to plans to cut electricity supplies to miners.
World Cup: What has FIFA charged Argentina with, what could punishment be?
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Argentina’s FA, players, and fans face charges for a post-match brawl, discriminatory chants, and a political banner linked to the Falkland Islands dispute.
- Players Leandro Paredes, Nahuel Molina, and assistant coach Roberto Ayala face assault and unsporting behavior charges, risking suspensions.
- FIFA may impose fines, warnings, or attendance restrictions, citing past suspensions like England’s European ban in the 1980s.
- Discriminatory fan behavior and racism allegations have drawn global criticism, including calls to avoid supporting Argentina.
Bullet-riddled bodies of six abducted labourers found in Pakistan's Balochistan
Source: The Hindu – World
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- Six laborers, abducted from Balochistan, found dead with gunshot wounds near Turbat; one was shot during abduction.
- Unidentified armed men blocked a road, took seven workers, with no group claiming responsibility.
- Abductions and killings of workers are common in Balochistan, with recent unresolved cases.
- Bodies of four Punjab and two Khyber Pakhtunkhawa laborers discovered; two missing workers remain unaccounted for.
ICAC charges 3 former HSBC managers over accepting bribes to fast-track accounts
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- **HSBC managers charged with bribery** to expedite bank account openings by bypassing queues, facing six charges.
- **Chan Fu-kwan** accepted HK$1,000–HK$1,200 per customer and HK$300–HK$500 per referral to others.
- **Total bribes** amounted to HK$35,000, enabling clients to skip branch queues entirely.
- **Charges formalized** on Wednesday after ICAC investigation linked all three to the scheme.
Attack on northwest Pakistan police post kills 11 officers
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Ambush killed 11 police, injured 28; 15 attackers died in hours-long gunfight using explosive drones near Afghan border.
- Attackers burned three police cars, took one vehicle; Deputy Superintendent Diyar Khan among fatalities.
- TTP claimed previous suicide bombing; no group claimed latest attack amid rising border violence.
- Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions escalate as both accuse each other of harboring militants, risking renewed conflict.
Man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie convicted of ‘terrorism’ charges
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Hadi Matar, serving 25 years for attacking Salman Rushdie, found guilty of federal terrorism charges, risking life imprisonment.
- Attack in 2022 left Rushdie partially blind; charges include supporting Hezbollah, a designated terrorist group.
- Prosecutors linked Matar to Iran’s 1989 fatwa against Rushdie via online discussions about the decree.
- Rushdie testified about the attack, denied knowing Matar’s motive, and authored a memoir on the incident; Iran denies involvement.
U.S. uses dormant court to seek deportation of Afghan woman accused of aiding terror plot
Source: The Hindu – World
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- **Alien Terrorist Removal Court activated**: First case involves Nazira Haji Zada, an Afghan woman accused of supporting ISIS plot, with a hearing on July 30, 2026, in Washington, DC.
- **Family ties to 2024 attack**: Her son and son-in-law were convicted in the 2024 Election Day plot, with the son-in-law ordering weapons and planning attacks.
- **Court’s purpose**: Established in 1996 but dormant until now, it targets "alien terrorists" for deportation, with proceedings held at the Federal Courthouse.
- **Attorney General’s stance**: Todd Blanche emphasized removing terrorists from the U.S., citing Nazira’s role in aiding an ISIS-inspired attack plan.
Man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie convicted of terror offences
Source: Indian Express – World
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- Hadi Matar convicted of terrorism and Hezbollah support in New York federal court, serving 25-year prison sentence for Rushdie attack.
- Rushdie stabbed 15 times, including eye and chest, with attacker’s knife near his brain; he described the injury as a "lake of blood" during trial.
- Prosecutors claim Matar acted on Iran’s 1989 fatwa against Rushdie, plotting attack for two years as per religious edict.
- Defense argues attack wasn’t terrorism, questioning Rushdie’s 1988 novel’s role in provoking backlash, which Iran banned and linked to Khomeini’s fatwa.
UK government reviews why police ceding criminal cases to US military
Source: The Guardian – World
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- UK government and police review how US military personnel accused of crimes in the UK avoid British courts, ceding jurisdiction to US military courts.
- US military courts use a narrower rape definition, leading to lesser charges and reduced victim protections compared to UK law.
- Cases like Wulfson’s highlight systemic issues, prompting ministers to push for reforms and US accountability.
- Police forces in Suffolk and Cambridgeshire conduct internal reviews amid concerns over improper jurisdiction transfers.
'Demanded multiple relationships': IPS trainee charged with rape of colleague
Source: Times of India – World
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- Trainee IPS officer faces sexual assault allegations against a fellow probationer at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy.
- Case is under investigation, with legal proceedings pending against the accused officer.
- Incident highlights misconduct within police training institutions.
- Victim and accused are both probationers at the national academy.
‘She killed the kids!’ Police call from Lindsay Clancy’s husband brings tears to courtroom
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Lindsay Clancy faces murder charges for allegedly strangling her three children, with the trial focusing on her postpartum mental state.
- Her husband’s emergency call details her injuries and the children’s discovery in the basement, sparking confusion.
- Jurors heard Patrick Clancy’s distraught account of finding his wife and children after she jumped from a second-floor window.
- Defense argues postpartum psychosis, linked to childbirth stress, sleep deprivation, and hormonal changes, may have impaired her judgment.
Salman Rushdie attacker convicted of terror offences
Source: BBC News – World
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- Hadi Matar convicted of providing material support to Hezbollah, adding to his 25-year prison sentence for attempting to kill Salman Rushdie.
- Prosecutors linked his actions to a 1989 Iranian fatwa and a 2006 Hezbollah leader's call to enforce the fatwa against Rushdie.
- Salman Rushdie testified about the attack, detailing severe injuries and crediting a firefighter’s aid during the stabbing.
- Matar faces life imprisonment in federal court, while Rushdie’s controversial novel sparked global backlash and a nine-year hiding period.
Hadi Matar convicted in US terrorism trial over Salman Rushdie stabbing
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Hadi Matar faces life sentence for federal terrorism charges, adding to his 25-year state prison term for the Rushdie attack.
- Jury convicted him in 2 hours on charges of supporting Hezbollah and terrorism transcending borders.
- Salman Rushdie testified, while defense didn’t call witnesses, focusing on his role in the attack.
- Attack linked to death threats over Rushdie’s 1988 novel *The Satanic Verses*, which sparked ongoing threats.
Body found in suitcase in Athens is that of 38-year-old British woman
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Greek authorities identified the body as 38-year-old British woman Elizabeth Jane Ross, born in Scotland in 1988, found in Athens after 11 days.
- Her suitcase was discovered by a homeless man in Kypseli on 18 July; phone remained active until her identification.
- Police linked her to Cyprus, used Interpol and DNA evidence, and treated the death as a criminal act with no signs of struggle.
- British Foreign Office offered consular support; Greece noted rare incidents of tourist deaths in the region.
Norwegian teenager guilty of travelling to UK to carry out contract killing
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Norwegian teen Johannes Kongsnes Natland, 19, convicted of conspiring to murder an unknown person for €25k after being arrested in the UK with weapons.
- Recruited by Swedish Foxtrot Network (linked to Iran), he planned to kill in exchange for drugs, later claiming he feared the plot.
- Police uncovered evidence he knew his role in the plot, including texts and a stolen gun found in his hotel room.
- Foxtrot remains dominant in Sweden despite arrests, with fugitive leaders like Rawa Majid still at large.
Triple killer who dismembered bodies of two friends given whole-life jail sentence
Source: The Guardian – World
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- James Desborough, 40, received a whole-life sentence for murdering three men, deemed "worthless" by the judge, including two friends and a cellmate.
- Devon & Cornwall Police investigate four homeless shelter deaths linked to Desborough, though no confirmed killings yet.
- A 175-day search found 1,900 burned bone fragments and remains amid extreme conditions, involving 700+ officers.
- Victims had meaningful lives; Desborough’s defense highlighted his past potential, but motives remain unclear, including his admiration for Dexter’s dismemberment scenes.
Four women accuse Jared Leto of criminal sexual conduct when they were teenagers
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Jared Leto denies sexual misconduct allegations from four women, claiming the accusations are false.
- BBC documentary details incidents (2002–2016) involving underage victims, corroborated by friends, family, and evidence.
- Band members allege Leto invited teenage girls to his dressing room, causing staff discomfort.
- Additional accusations from other women and helpline support for survivors are highlighted.
Tony Romo's OWI arrest sparks fresh debate over his CBS future
Source: Times of India – World
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- Tony Romo, former NFL QB and CBS analyst, arrested in Milwaukee County on alleged failure to appear.
- Charges pending; details of alleged offense not fully disclosed in the article.
- Arrest occurred after a sheriff’s office involvement; no specific crime mentioned.
- Romo’s current role as a sports commentator adds context to the incident.
Norwegian teen found guilty in UK murder plot tied to Iran-linked group
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Norwegian teen Johannes Natland convicted of conspiracy to murder in UK after being recruited by Iranian-linked Swedish crime group Foxtrot Network.
- Prosecutors allege Foxtrot Network, sanctioned by UK and US, was used by Iran to recruit Natland for criminal activities.
- Natland admitted to possessing firearms but denied murder intent, leading to a retrial after initial verdict deadlock.
- Retrial at London’s Old Bailey found him guilty of conspiracy to murder, overturning the earlier deadlocked jury decision.
5 Indians held in Thailand for kidnapping Indian tourists; cops allege Pakistani link
Source: Indian Express – World
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- Five Indian nationals arrested in Thailand for kidnapping, torturing three Indians, and demanding ₹40 lakh ransom each, linked to a Pakistani mastermind in Dubai.
- Suspects acted on instructions via chat app, planning to receive cryptocurrency ransoms and promised valuables for their role.
- Victims lured to Pattaya with holiday offers, then held captive, tortured, and subjected to staged videos to pressure families for ransom.
- Police rescued victims using intelligence and CCTV, recovering evidence like tape, a wooden weapon, and red spray paint used in staged photos.
Married couple deported by ICE killed in Guatemala
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Married couple deported by ICE found dead in Guatemala, bodies tied and shot.
- 14-month-old daughter found alive beside them, raising concerns about their safety.
- Al Jazeera English reports the incident, highlighting the tragedy and potential human rights issues.
- Incident underscores risks faced by deported individuals and potential human rights violations.
Indian national Amritpal Singh added to FBI’s 'Most Wanted' list in drug trafficking case
Source: Times of India – World
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ICE’s New Detention Center Contracts Declare State Laws ‘Shall Not Apply’
Source: Wired
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- ICE draft contracts declare state laws "shall not apply" to detention centers, aiming to bypass oversight.
- Federal judge ruled such contract terms cannot override state law, but ICE proceeds with new terms.
- Contracts align with existing facilities, potentially restarting inspections in multiple states.
- New detention standards and facility transfers to DHS under stricter federal rules.
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