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Geopolitics

Indian-origin Google techie killed in Georgia shooting, husband charged with murder

Indian Express – World · India

- Indian-origin tech leader Sheetal Wrzesien, 57, was shot dead by her husband during a domestic dispute in Georgia; their son survived injuries. - Sheetal, …

Geopolitics

Hong Kong police arrest 9 in crackdown on dangerous driving

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong police have arrested nine suspects, including two who are on a wanted list, for serious driving offences during a week-long crackdown on speeding and…

Geopolitics

Bengaluru delivery agent arrested for sexually harassing woman inside her flat

Times of India – World · India

A delivery executive has been arrested in Bengaluru for alleged sexual harassment. The woman stated he entered her flat without permission after asking to use …

Geopolitics

2 killed, 5 wounded in shooting near Toronto street festival in Canada

Indian Express – World · India

- Two killed, several injured in Toronto festival shooting; police secured area, no suspect arrested. - Officials express horror, offer condolences to victim…

General

2 killed, 6 injured at Toronto festival after pair of gunmen shoot at one another

NBC News – World · US

Two people were killed and three others were wounded in a shooting Saturday at the Salsa on St. Clair festival in Toronto, police said.

Geopolitics

Daughter accused of mother's murder for property may have plotted father's death too

Times of India – World · India

Police allege a daughter conspired with relatives to kill her mother for property. The victim's brother now claims her father's death also warrants investigati…

Geopolitics

How Chinese-made PX-30 pistols reached shooters from Pakistan's black market under scanner

Times of India – World · India

Guns recovered from a Gurgaon encounter are believed to be Chinese Norinco semi-automatics. These sophisticated firearms are often smuggled into India through …

Geopolitics

7-year-old girl raped and killed at Ghaziabad mall site, minor among 2 detained

Times of India – World · India

A seven-year-old girl was found murdered in a Ghaziabad mall construction site. Her brothers saw two men offer her chips and a cold drink. Police detained tw…

Geopolitics

Karnataka driver kills mom, grandma and brother-in-law; ends life

Times of India – World · India

A 34-year-old cab driver allegedly killed his mother, grandmother, and brother-in-law. He then reportedly ended his own life at their Bengaluru residence. The …

Geopolitics

Man Arrested in Killing of U.K. Ex-Lawmaker Is Released

The New York Times – World · US

The police said the 26-year-old was no longer part of the investigation into the death of Ann Widdecombe and urged anyone with information about the crime to c…

Geopolitics

Sudan’s RSF committed ethnic cleansing, says Amnesty

South China Morning Post – World · China

The Sudanese paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) committed crimes against humanity and ethnic cleansing during their attack on El-Fasher city between 2024 …

Geopolitics

U.S. Justice ⁠Dept. directs prosecutors to prioritise 'birth tourism' probes following court ruling

The Hindu – World · India

The directive came hours after the Supreme Court 6-3 ruling which affirmed the longstanding right to citizenship for nearly all born in the ‌U.S.

Geopolitics

Hong Kong police arrest 69 over laundering HK$200m from cross-border fraud

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong police have arrested 69 people linked to a syndicate suspected of laundering about HK$200 million (US$25.5 million) from cross-border investment frau…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong police arrest boy, 14, after blade found on Citybus double-decker

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong police have arrested a 14-year-old boy in connection with a razor blade found between two seats on a Citybus double-decker earlier this week, the Sou…

Geopolitics

Stabbing in Jewish Area in North London Treated as a Terrorist Incident, Police Say

The New York Times – World · US

Two men who were stabbed in Golders Green on Wednesday were in stable condition, the police said. One man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

Geopolitics

U.S. Military Strikes Another Boat in Eastern Pacific, Killing 3

The New York Times – World · US

The United States has carried out dozens of boat strikes since September against people the Trump administration accuses of smuggling drugs.

Geopolitics

Bahrain Charges Intelligence Officer in the Death of a Detainee

The New York Times – World · US

The officer was charged with assault leading to death, in the case of a man who was accused by Bahraini authorities of espionage during a domestic crackdown ti…

Geopolitics

Live Updates: Lebanon-Israel Cease-Fire Goes Into Effect

The New York Times – World · US

It was unclear if the agreement between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Lebanese government was being honored. Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed militia,…

Geopolitics

Killer’s Parents Could Have Prevented Southport Attack in U.K., Report Says

The New York Times – World · US

An official inquiry said the perpetrator’s parents, as well as government agencies, had missed several chances to avert the deadly attack.

Geopolitics

Michigan Man Is Arrested in Disappearance of Wife in Bahamas

The New York Times – World · US

The Bahamian police said they had arrested Brian Hooker in connection with the disappearance of Lynette Hooker, who was said to have fallen off a dinghy while …

Geopolitics

A Mexican Cartel Leader and Ex-Partner to El Mencho Pleads Guilty in U.S.

The New York Times – World · US

Erick Valencia Salazar, a co-founder of one of Mexico’s deadliest gangs, faces 10 years to life in prison after making a plea deal in a Washington court.

Geopolitics

Wednesday briefing: ​Has the sacking of a shop worker highlighted our unease around how crime is tackled?

The Guardian – World · Europe

In today’s newsletter: A Waitrose worker’s dismissal ​after confronting a shoplifter has become a flashpoint in a wider debate over rising retail crimeGood mor…

Geopolitics

Gunman Killed in Shootout Near Israeli Consulate in Istanbul, Officials Say

The New York Times – World · US

Two other armed men and two police officers were wounded in the clash, the provincial governor said.

Tech & Startups

Convicted spyware maker Bryan Fleming avoids jail at sentencing

TechCrunch · US

The pcTattletale founder escapes a custodial sentence following the first successful prosecution of a spyware maker in the U.S. for over a decade.

Geopolitics

Nigerian army rescues 31 held after Easter church attack

BBC News – World · Europe

Five civilians were killed by the gunmen and their bodies were recovered at the scene, the army said.

Geopolitics

US Secret Service investigates reports of gunfire near White House

BBC News – World · Europe

Officials said "a heightened security posture is in place", but no injuries were reported and no suspects had been identified.

Geopolitics

9 cops get death penalty in Sathankulam custodial torture case

Times of India – World · India

Jeyaraj and Beniks were taken to the Sathankulam police in Tuticorin district late in the evening of June 19, 2020, on charges of having kept their shop open b…

Geopolitics

Warning issued after university student loses HK$190,000 in internship scam

South China Morning Post – World · China

English-speaking con artists have targeted university students seeking summer internships, using a bogus 40-minute orientation session to make their dubious jo…

Geopolitics

Singapore police say body found is missing man from boat collision

South China Morning Post – World · China

Singapore police have confirmed that a body recovered from the sea off the Indonesian island of Karimunin is that of a 37-year-old man who has been missing sin…

Geopolitics

Compensation for crime victims capped in 1996 not enough, say campaigners

The Guardian – World · Europe

Figures suggest if £500,000 limit set for Great Britain 30 years ago was adjusted for inflation the maximum would be more than £1mA 30-year freeze on compensat…

Geopolitics

Nigeria's army rescues 31 hostages after church attack

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The army ​said the attack had occurred ‌during Easter celebrations at a church in northwestern Kaduna state. Northwest Nigeria has struggled with violence for …

Geopolitics

Hubs to help young people away from crime and into work to open in England

The Guardian – World · Europe

Announcement of eight young futures hubs made as concerns grow over the number of knives on the streetsEight young futures youth hubs aimed at giving young peo…

Geopolitics

Toy car bomb plot: Pan-India terror sweep leads to arrest of duo in Mumbai

Times of India – World · India

Delhi Police's special cell has apprehended two suspects in Mumbai linked to an IS-inspired terror module planning attacks with remote-controlled toy car bombs…

Geopolitics

Driver faces impaired driving charges after Lao New Year incident

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A driver in Louisiana US, was charged with impaired driving after plowing into a crowd, injuring at least 15.

Geopolitics

UK police arrest seven protesters near RAF base used by US

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The activists were protesting the alleged use of the RAF base as a departure point for US aircraft.

Geopolitics

Seven arrested over alleged support for Palestine Action at RAF Lakenheath protest

The Guardian – World · Europe

Protesters held on Sunday after joining a Lakenheath Alliance for Peace encampment outside airbase in SuffolkSeven people have been arrested under suspicion of…

Geopolitics

12-year-old boy exposes mother, sister's plot to kill father in Uttarakhand

Times of India – World · India

A woman and her daughter have been arrested for allegedly murdering the husband and father in Haridwar. The 12-year-old son's testimony exposed the crime, reve…

Geopolitics

'Honour killing in Andhra Pradesh': Father confesses police helped track daughter

Times of India – World · India

A father confessed to police that officers helped him locate his daughter, who he allegedly murdered for marrying against his wishes. The victim was handed ove…

Geopolitics

Sisters of officer killed by Dezi Freeman plan to sue police for negligence, lawyer says

The Guardian – World · Europe

Dianne Thompson and Lois Kirk tell Victoria police in letter ‘we did not expect to feel invisible’ after Neal Thompson’s deathGet our breaking news email, free…

Geopolitics

Strangled, body burnt to erase identity: Tattoo clue exposes killers; wife among 3 arrested in UP

Times of India – World · India

Three individuals have been arrested in Agra for the alleged murder of Lokendra Singh, 39, who was strangled and then burned to conceal the crime. Police ident…

Geopolitics

Suspected ISIS operative arrested from Kushinagar in joint operation by UP ATS, Delhi Police

Times of India – World · India

A suspected ISIS operative, Rizwan, was arrested in Kushinagar by UP ATS and Delhi Police. Previously jailed for terror activities and radicalizing youth, he a…

Geopolitics

Bomb allegedly left at US base by Alen Zheng was built inside 2 Pepsi bottles

South China Morning Post – World · China

The bomb placed outside a US Air Force Base visitors centre in Florida last month was built inside two 2-litre cherry Pepsi bottles, according to federal prose…

Geopolitics

Man charged with impaired driving after after hitting Louisiana crowd celebrating Lao New Year

The Guardian – World · Europe

At least 15 people injured in incident with authorities saying some of the injuries believed to be seriousAt least 15 people were injured on Saturday after an …

Geopolitics

Man arrested attempting to board international flight at Melbourne airport charged with murdering woman

The Guardian – World · Europe

Murder charge laid after missing woman’s body discovered in Victorian town of Little River, near MelbourneGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news p…

Geopolitics

Man charged over fatal shooting of baby in pram in New York

BBC News – World · Europe

Two men have been arrested over the shooting of a seven-month-old baby in Williamsburg.

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