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Two Iowans accused of lacing lasagna with drugs to cause woman’s miscarriage
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Matthew Uthoff and his wife, Amber Dena Snow, allegedly gave oxycodone-laced pasta dish to unknowing victimTwo people in Iowa were accused of giving a pregnant…
Met police investigate stabbing death near Westminster Abbey
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Murder investigation launched after man, 26, killed in central London on Friday nightThe Metropolitan police have launched a murder investigation after a man w…
At least 22 people die after six days adrift in boat en route to Europe from Libya
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Survivors tell coastguard smugglers ordered victims to be thrown overboard after running out of food and water22 people hoping to reach Europe from north Afric…
Hong Kong police searching for driver on the run after hitting railing and bus
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Hong Kong police are searching for a driver who fled the scene after crashing a car into a barricade and hitting a bus on Saturday.
The force said it received …
Meerut man siphons off Rs 44L pension over 7 years by showing dead mom ‘alive’
Times of India – World
· India
- Krishna Chaudhary is a mass communication graduate and Senior Correspondent covering Western Uttar Pradesh's sugar belt.
- Focuses on crime, politics, and …
5 Bihar govt teachers found drunk while escorting students on Nepal tour
Times of India – World
· India
In a disturbing incident at the India-Nepal border in Supaul district, five government school teachers were detained after being suspected of intoxication whil…
Gurgaon shocker: Speeding Thar mows down grandfather, 2 children out on late-night walk
Times of India – World
· India
A speeding Mahindra Thar tragically killed three members of a family, including a 70-year-old man and his two young grandsons, in Gurgaon's Khor village. The v…
Chinese man rescued from ‘zip tie escape challenge’ after delivery man alerts police
South China Morning Post – World
· China
A Chinese man who became trapped while taking part in a viral “zip tie escape challenge” at home called for help and was rescued by a passing delivery man.
The…
Connecticut officer fired after shooting man in mental health crisis as others tried to de-escalate
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Mayor of Hartford has fired a white police officer who fatally shot a Black man in a mental health crisis nine timesSign up for the Breaking News US email to g…
Breonna Taylor shooting: charges dismissed against ex-police officers for falsifying warrant
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Joshua Jaynes and Kyle Meany were accused of lying on document used to enter Taylor’s house on night of shootingA federal judge has dismissed charges against t…
Maharashtra woman, ex-lover poison cop dad’s milkshake, arrested 3 years later
Times of India – World
· India
A Chandrapur head constable's death, initially ruled an accident, has been reclassified as premeditated murder. Investigators arrested his daughter, a police t…
Social media influencer Clavicular arrested in Florida on battery charges
The Guardian – World
· Europe
‘Looksmaxxer’ influencer and his girlfriend are suspected of involvement in attack on 19-year-old woman, officials saySign up for the Breaking News US email to…
Ex-Red Army Faction member Klette faces new charges
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
· Europe
Prosecutors have filed a raft of new charges against former Red Army Faction member Daniela Klette. The latest allegations relate to a string of serious attack…
US law enforcement foils plot to assassinate Palestinian American activist
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Man was arrested in connection with plan to assassinate Nerdeen Kiswani, following sting by undercover NYPD officerSign up for the Breaking News US email to ge…
Bodycam shows Sherrone Moore crying during arrest after Michigan firing, allegations
Times of India – World
· India
Sherrone Moore was seen crying in newly released body cam footage from his December arrest in Michigan. The former coach spoke about losing his job and struggl…
Man who allegedly planted bomb at US airbase at large after fleeing to China
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Alen Zheng, a US citizen, allegedly planted device that went undiscovered for a week at MacDill air force base in FloridaA man who allegedly planted a bomb tha…
ICE doubled its use of ankle monitors for legal immigrants in the past year: ‘A very harmful phenomenon’
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Agency uses devices, which are uncomfortable and interfere with employment, to push people to self-deport, advocates saySign up for the Breaking News US email …
Cheshire constabulary rejects criticism by David Davis over Letby investigation
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Force issues strongly worded rebuttal after Tory former cabinet minister alleges ‘egregious failures’ in call for reviewThe police force that conducted the inv…
10 defendants remanded in custody in JPEX cryptocurrency fraud case
South China Morning Post – World
· China
A Hong Kong court has remanded in custody another 10 people in connection with the HK$1.6 billion (US$205.8 million) in JPEX cryptocurrency scandal, bringing t…
Alleged Long Island serial killer intends to change plea to guilty, sources say
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Rex Heuermann, 62, who is accused of murdering seven women over 17 years, is due to appear in court next monthThe man accused in Long Island’s infamous Gilgo B…
U.K. Police to Reinvestigate Sex Crime Allegations Against Andrew Tate
The New York Times – World
· US
A police force in England said it would look again at allegations against the influencer from 11 years ago. Mr. Tate was not charged in the case and denies any…
Stabbed thrice, 54-year-old Punjab woman fights off intruder posing as delivery agent
Times of India – World
· India
Sushma Sharma, a 54-year-old resident of Mohali, showcased unparalleled bravery when an armed intruder masquerading as a delivery man invaded her home. Despite…
Eight people have been injured in a crash involving three vehicles in Hong Kong, according to police.
The force was alerted to the traffic accident at around 1…
Indore techie killing: Chilling CCTV video shows sequence of events as teen mowed down woman
Times of India – World
· India
A dispute over an Airbnb rental in Indore tragically turned deadly when an 18-year-old allegedly rammed a car into residents, killing a software engineer and i…
Over 8,000 litres of illicit fuel worth HK$250,000 seized, driver arrested in Hong Kong
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Hong Kong authorities have arrested a man and seized more than 8,000 litres (2,100 gallons) of illegal fuel worth HK$250,000 (US$32,000), the latest in a strin…
‘Residents cut power to penthouse’: Moments before Indore teen rammed car into crowd
Times of India – World
· India
An 18-year-old boy rammed his car into residents in Indore after a dispute over an Airbnb-rented penthouse escalated. The incident tragically killed a woman so…
MP horror: Man kills wife during car journey, dumps body while baby sleeps in rear seat
Times of India – World
· India
A 25-year-old woman was found strangled in the Pench river, with police revealing her husband killed her during a car journey. The couple's two-year-old child …
A British police force said on Thursday it would reopen a probe into rape and sexual assault allegations made by women against self-proclaimed misogynist influ…
Swastika found scratched into window of Jewish bagel shop in Sydney
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Police investigate damage at Lox in a Box, Paddington, latest in string of alleged antisemitic incidents in wake of Hamas attack of 7 October 2023 and Israel’s…
Murder caught on camera in Karnataka: Man slits wife’s throat, drives SUV over her body
Times of India – World
· India
A horrifying incident unfolded near Balurgi village where a man allegedly murdered his wife, Saheli, by slitting her throat and then running over her body with…
Siblings who fled to China charged over bomb planted outside US Air Force base
South China Morning Post – World
· China
A man who fled to China and his sister have been charged after an explosive device was left outside a gate at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa this month. Their…
David Davis says Cheshire police made ‘egregious’ failures in Lucy Letby investigation
The Guardian – World
· Europe
Conservative former cabinet minister says nurse convicted of murdering seven babies has suffered a miscarriage of justiceThe police force that conducted the in…
Police charge another 10 people over HK$1.6 billion JPEX cryptocurrency scandal
South China Morning Post – World
· China
Hong Kong police have charged another 10 people in connection with the HK$1.6 billion (US$205.8 million) JPEX cryptocurrency scandal – the city’s largest alleg…
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Two Iowans accused of lacing lasagna with drugs to cause woman’s miscarriage
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Matthew Uthoff and Amber Snow accused of giving pregnant woman oxycodone-laced lasagna to induce miscarriage, facing charges of drug delivery and unlawful pregnancy termination.
- Arrests occurred in January 2025; Uthoff arrested on Thursday, Snow on March 10, following phone conversations and court records.
- Lasagna tested positive for oxycodone; victim unaware of plan, with minor child present and objecting to the scheme.
- Both held in Winneshiek County Jail; Snow on $100k bond, Uthoff on $38k cash or surety bond; sheriff’s office declined comment.
Met police investigate stabbing death near Westminster Abbey
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Metropolitan Police launched murder investigation after 26-year-old man stabbed to death in central London on Friday night.
- Officers responded to Abbey Orchard Street, Westminster, near Parliament Square, at 10:17pm, where the man was found dead.
- Victim’s next of kin notified; no arrests made. Police urged public to report any info about the incident.
- Det Supt Dean Lanfear emphasized patrols for reassurance and requested public assistance in providing information.
Looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular arrested on battery charge in Florida
Source: BBC News – World
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- Clavicular (Braden Eric Peters) arrested in Florida on battery charges for instigating a fight and sharing the incident online.
- Accused of conspiring to commit battery, with a warrant issued for him and Violet Marie Lentz, who remains at large.
- Florida authorities investigate a video showing Peters and others shooting an alligator in the Everglades.
- Peters released on $1,000 bond after being charged with misdemeanor battery and criminal conspiracy.
At least 22 people die after six days adrift in boat en route to Europe from Libya
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Two Sudanese men face court in Crete over alleged smuggling operation where 22 migrants were systematically thrown overboard after six days adrift in a boat from Libya.
- Survivors claim smugglers ordered victims to be thrown into the sea due to severe weather, lack of food/water, and lost navigation, leading to 22 deaths.
- Mediterranean migrant deaths surged in 2026, with 559 fatalities in January–February, double 2025’s 287, as EU tightens migration policies.
- EU proposes “return hubs” to send migrants to non-EU countries, criticized by rights groups as inhumane, amid rising Mediterranean crossings.
Hong Kong police searching for driver on the run after hitting railing and bus
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Black car crashed into barricade and bus in Tuen Mun after cutting across lanes, driver fled scene.
- Dashcam shows vehicle lost control, thrusting it onto road and striking the bus.
- Police received report at 9:20am; no injuries reported, bus passenger count unclear.
- Pedestrian near scene was startled by the crash impact.
Tiger Woods released on bail hours after arrest on suspicion of DUI
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Tiger Woods arrested for suspected DUI after rollover crash in Florida, no major injuries reported.
- Refused urine test; breathalyzer showed no alcohol, but impairment suspected from medication.
- Second DUI arrest; prior crashes include 2021 LA incident with severe injuries.
- Health issues, including back surgeries and Achilles injury, hindered his return to competitive golf.
Meerut man siphons off Rs 44L pension over 7 years by showing dead mom ‘alive’
Source: Times of India – World
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- Krishna Chaudhary is a mass communication graduate and Senior Correspondent covering Western Uttar Pradesh's sugar belt.
- Focuses on crime, politics, and impactful human-interest stories.
- Based in the sugar belt region, reporting on local issues.
- Combines journalism with storytelling to highlight significant societal topics.
Nepal's ex-PM arrested over fatal protest crackdown
Source: BBC News – World
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- **Former PM KP Sharma Oli arrested and hospitalized after alleged involvement in deadly crackdown on protests, which killed over 70, including protesters shot by police.**
- **Ex-home minister Ramesh Lekhak arrested; panel recommends prosecution for criminal negligence, though Oli denies findings as "character assassination."**
- **New PM Balen Shah sworn in after election triggered by crisis; RSP secures first single-party majority in Nepal’s history.**
- **Gen-Z protests in September sparked by social media shutdown and economic grievances led to violence, with families demanding accountability.**
5 Bihar govt teachers found drunk while escorting students on Nepal tour
Source: Times of India – World
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- Five govt school teachers arrested at India-Nepal border in Supaul for being drunk while escorting students.
- Authorities allege they violated duty by intoxicating during student escort.
- Incident occurred at border crossing, raising concerns about safety.
- Details under investigation; no official comment yet.
Gurgaon shocker: Speeding Thar mows down grandfather, 2 children out on late-night walk
Source: Times of India – World
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- Nikhil Sharma is a Principal Correspondent at The Times of India.
- Focuses on crime stories in Gurgaon, Faridabad, and Nuh.
- Has expertise in legal, political, and civic reporting.
- Committed to breaking impactful news stories.
Chinese man rescued from ‘zip tie escape challenge’ after delivery man alerts police
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- A Chinese man trapped in a viral zip tie escape challenge required firefighters to untie him after being stuck in restraints.
- A delivery man heard his cries, called police, leading to the rescue.
- He was bound with zip ties from neck to ankles, wrapped in a quilt, and tied with a fishing net.
- Firefighters used the incident to raise awareness about the dangers of such stunts.
Connecticut officer fired after shooting man in mental health crisis as others tried to de-escalate
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Hartford mayor fired white officer Joseph Magnano for fatally shooting Black man Steven Jones during a mental health crisis, citing failure to de-escalate.
- Body cam footage shows three officers attempted to calm Jones for minutes, but Magnano shot him nine times after arriving 12 minutes post-911 call.
- State inspector general investigates potential criminal charges; police union defends Magnano’s use of force as lawful.
- Jones’ sister called 911 for help, and video shows officers urged him to drop a knife, with a woman screaming “Don’t shoot him!” before the shooting.
Breonna Taylor shooting: charges dismissed against ex-police officers for falsifying warrant
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Federal judge dismissed charges against officers Joshua Jaynes and Kyle Meany for falsifying Breonna Taylor’s warrant.
- Prosecutors sought dismissal “in the interest of justice,” noting prior removal of felony charges.
- Warrant falsely claimed Taylor received drug-related packages; Jaynes didn’t confirm postal info.
- Officers fired for misconduct; Jaynes faced conspiracy charges, Meany lied to investigators.
Man arrested over plot to firebomb pro-Palestinian activist's NY home
Source: BBC News – World
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- 26-year-old man arrested for planning violent attack on New York pro-Palestinian activist, found with Molotov cocktails.
- Plot involved undercover agent, surveillance, and plans to target activist’s home via Molotovs.
- Activist, co-founder of pro-Palestinian group, faces harassment claims from far-right groups.
- Alleged JDL ties and flight risk cited as reasons for denying bail; FBI designates group as extremist.
Maharashtra woman, ex-lover poison cop dad’s milkshake, arrested 3 years later
Source: Times of India – World
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- Chandrapur investigators reopened a case three years after a head constable's death was initially ruled an accident.
- The death was first treated as an accident, but the case was reopened for further inquiry.
- The investigation in Chandrapur is examining the circumstances surrounding the head constable's sudden death.
- The case's reopening follows a three-year delay, prompting renewed scrutiny of the incident.
US Palestinian activist says FBI foiled assassination plot against her
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- US law enforcement arrested Andrew Heifler, 26, for plotting to attack Palestinian activist Nerdeen Kiswani with Molotov cocktails in NYC.
- FBI foiled the plot through an undercover operation, linking Heifler to a far-right extremist group with a history of violence.
- Kiswani highlighted ongoing harassment of Palestinian activists, citing political tensions and hate rhetoric from pro-Israel groups.
- Law enforcement faced criticism for past undercover tactics, with concerns over entrapment and targeting Muslim communities.
Off-duty London police officer filmed ‘intimidating’ Al Jazeera journalists
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Off-duty London police officer filmed intimidating Al Jazeera journalists during a confrontation at a suspected arson site in north London.
- Metropolitan Police confirmed the incident, raising concerns about press freedom and potential misconduct by off-duty officers.
- The footage highlights tensions between law enforcement and media coverage of ongoing investigations.
- Al Jazeera journalists were reporting on the suspected arson attack when the confrontation occurred.
Social media influencer Clavicular arrested in Florida on battery charges
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Influencer Clavicular arrested in Florida on battery charges linked to alleged attack on 19-year-old woman with girlfriend.
- Authorities suspect he posted violent footage online, leading to his arrest and girlfriend’s misdemeanor charge.
- Wildlife officials investigate video showing him firing a gun at an alligator in Florida.
- Peters, linked to Andrew Tate and Nick Fuentes, faces backlash over provocative online content.
Ex-Red Army Faction member Klette faces new charges
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World
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- Prosecutors charge Daniela Klette with 1990s attacks, including failed bombings and embassy shootings, with a Frankfurt trial pending.
- Accused of involvement in 1993 prison bombing causing €73M damage and multiple explosive attacks between 1990–1993.
- Klette allegedly lived under a false identity in Berlin, arrested in 2024 after decades in hiding, with weapons found in her home.
- Faces trial over 1999–2016 robberies to fund underground life, with accomplices still at large.
US law enforcement foils plot to assassinate Palestinian American activist
Source: The Guardian – World
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- NYPD arrested 26-year-old Alexander Heifler for plotting to assassinate Palestinian-American activist Nerdeen Kiswani via a months-long sting operation.
- Heifler, linked to an offshoot of the Jewish Defense League, planned to flee to Israel and was found making Molotov cocktails at his residence.
- Kiswani faces threats from pro-Israel groups like Betar, which she sued for harassment, amid tensions over her pro-Palestine activism and rhetoric.
- Officials condemned the plot as political violence, vowing to oppose extremism, while supporters rallied behind Kiswani’s advocacy against Israel’s policies.
Bodycam shows Sherrone Moore crying during arrest after Michigan firing, allegations
Source: Times of India – World
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- Sehjal Gupta is a sports journalist specializing in NFL and international sports, with over a decade of experience since 2025.
- Her Master’s in Management enhances her analytical depth in sports reporting.
- Passion for Hollywood and pop culture shapes her storytelling, blending creativity with sports journalism.
- She brings energetic, culturally resonant narratives to both sports and entertainment writing.
Man who allegedly planted bomb at US airbase at large after fleeing to China
Source: The Guardian – World
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- US citizen Alen Zheng allegedly planted a bomb at MacDill Air Force Base, undetected for a week, before calling 911 on 10 March.
- His sister was arrested in the US after fleeing to China, while Alen remains at large, charged with bomb-related offenses.
- FBI investigates; no extradition treaty exists between the US and China, though cooperation on specific cases is possible.
- Investigators found explosive residue in a sold car linked to the bomb, tracked via the 911 call and dealership records.
ICE doubled its use of ankle monitors for legal immigrants in the past year: ‘A very harmful phenomenon’
Source: The Guardian – World
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- ICE uses ankle monitors to enforce compliance, causing job loss and hardship for immigrants, as seen in a single mother’s case.
- ATD program saw a 70% surge in ankle monitor use post-2025 ICE memo, with regional disparities, notably in DC.
- A 2021 study found ankle monitors reduce compliance, raising doubts about their effectiveness and purpose.
- Legal experts criticize ICE’s lack of transparency, linking ankle monitors to forced detention and systemic harm.
Cheshire constabulary rejects criticism by David Davis over Letby investigation
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Cheshire police strongly reject David Davis’s claims of "egregious failures" in the Lucy Letby case, calling critics "misinformation spreaders" and defending their investigation.
- Letby, convicted of murdering seven babies, faces ongoing calls for review as experts argue natural causes or poor care caused deaths, not deliberate harm.
- Police warn against baseless claims undermining judicial process, stressing public confidence in the justice system and victim-focused outcomes.
- Davis demands access to police documents, while CPS dismissed charges in some cases due to insufficient evidence, citing lack of evidential support.
Twelve killed in twin Bangladesh jailbreaks
Source: The Hindu – World
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- **Bangladesh jailbreaks** killed 12 inmates and freed hundreds during post-Hasina ouster chaos, worsening lawlessness.
- **Two high-security prisons** saw violent escapes, with guards shot and inmates using tools to breach gates.
- **Police strike** and nationwide unrest since Hasina’s resignation disrupted order, with over 800 prisoners fleeing in July.
- **Protests and clashes** led to over 450 deaths, fueling instability as interim authorities struggle to regain control.
10 defendants remanded in custody in JPEX cryptocurrency fraud case
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Hong Kong magistrate rejects bail for 10 defendants in a HK$1.6 billion scam case, involving 2,700 victims.
- 23 money laundering charges filed against four men and six women, aged 26–47, at Eastern Court.
- Seven defendants face District Court transfer; remanded in custody until June 18 hearing.
- Accused of laundering HK$4M–HK$14M from 16 accounts (2020–2024), with two men charged separately.
Alleged Long Island serial killer intends to change plea to guilty, sources say
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Rex Heuermann, accused of seven murders over 17 years, plans to plead guilty in court on 8 April, changing his previous not-guilty stance.
- DNA, cellphone data, and evidence from his home link him to victims, including seven women in sex work, found at Gilgo Beach and other sites.
- Investigators connected him to the 2010 cold case via DNA from a pizza crust, internet searches, and a "blueprint" of killings found on his computer.
- His guilty plea faces judicial approval, with prior motions to exclude evidence rejected, and families notified of the plea decision.
U.K. Police to Reinvestigate Sex Crime Allegations Against Andrew Tate
Source: The New York Times – World
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- Hertfordshire Police reopens 11-year-old sex crime case against Andrew Tate, who denies wrongdoing and was previously uncharged.
- Police watchdog investigates misconduct claims over alleged failures in the original 2015 investigation.
- Three women accused Tate of sexual assault/rape in 2015; prosecutors twice rejected charges due to legal standards.
- Women publicly detailed accusations in 2024 civil suit, prompting renewed scrutiny of the case.
Stabbed thrice, 54-year-old Punjab woman fights off intruder posing as delivery agent
Source: Times of India – World
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- 54-year-old woman in Mohali, Punjab, defended her home against an armed intruder.
- Intruder allegedly entered her home under false pretense of delivering a parcel.
- She fought off the attacker, using a weapon to protect herself.
- Police are investigating the incident following the confrontation.
Lee Geun-an, Infamous ‘Torture Master’ Under South Korean Dictator, Dies at 88
Source: The New York Times – World
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- Former South Korean police inspector Lee Geun-an, known as "the torture master," died at 88; his violent interrogation methods during the military dictatorship left lasting trauma.
- He used extreme tactics like water torture, electric shocks, and bone dislocation, earning infamy as a symbol of authoritarian rule under Chun Doo-hwan.
- Victims called him "bandalgom" (black bear), recalling his physical brutality and fabricated espionage charges against dissidents.
- His identity was revealed in the 1980s, highlighting the dark legacy of state repression during South Korea’s military era.
8 injured in 3-vehicle crash in Hong Kong
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Collision occurred on Siu Lek Yuen Road in Sha Tin, involving a KMB bus, minibus, and car around 12:30 PM.
- 81-year-old minibus driver and six passengers (ages 14–78) sustained minor injuries, hospitalized at Prince of Wales Hospital.
- Police stated the minibus collided with the car and bus while attempting to change lanes at a traffic light.
- KMB confirmed its bus had no injuries, while the minibus and car were involved in the crash.
Indore techie killing: Chilling CCTV video shows sequence of events as teen mowed down woman
Source: Times of India – World
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- TOI City Desk is a dedicated team reporting on urban life, governance, culture, and local issues across Indian cities.
- They provide real-time updates on city developments, ensuring readers stay connected to urban happenings.
- The team works tirelessly day and night to deliver timely, comprehensive city news.
- TOI City Desk is a trusted source for local stories shaping urban landscapes and reader perspectives.
Over 8,000 litres of illicit fuel worth HK$250,000 seized, driver arrested in Hong Kong
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Hong Kong authorities arrested a man, seizing 8,000L illegal fuel worth HK$250k amid oil price surge from US-Israel war against Iran.
- Joint operation with Fire Services and Customs seized 4,000L diesel and 4,100L petrol from trucks.
- Fire Services and Customs will apply to court for fuel confiscation order.
- Brent crude at US$107.32; Hong Kong petrol/diesel prices range from HK$31.79–33.17.
‘Residents cut power to penthouse’: Moments before Indore teen rammed car into crowd
Source: Times of India – World
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- 18-year-old boy crashes car into Indore residents, killing a woman software engineer and injuring several.
- Incident occurred in a township area, causing multiple casualties.
- Victim was a software engineer, identified among the injured.
- Details on the crash's cause remain unclear, pending investigation.
MP horror: Man kills wife during car journey, dumps body while baby sleeps in rear seat
Source: Times of India – World
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- 25-year-old woman found dead in Pench river, Chhindwara.
- Strangled by husband during a car journey.
- Body dumped in river to conceal crime.
- Husband accused of murder.
UK police to reopen Andrew Tate rape probe
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Hertfordshire Constabulary revives a 2014–2015 rape and sexual assault investigation against Andrew Tate, closing the 2019 case without charges.
- Women allege Tate committed crimes, urging the force to reopen the probe after four years of prior investigation.
- Tate faces Romanian charges of child trafficking, sexual misconduct, and money laundering.
- Crown Prosecution Service declined to charge Tate following the 2019 police inquiry.
Argentina declares Jalisco New Generation Cartel a ‘terrorist’ group
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Argentina labels Mexico’s CJNG cartel as a "terrorist organization," joining the U.S. and Canada, marking the first Latin American country to do so.
- Trump’s policies drive Western Hemisphere security shifts, expanding "terrorist" labels to justify military strikes against cartels.
- Milei mirrors Trump’s hardline stance, including withdrawing from WHO and seeking U.S. economic support tied to Argentina’s elections.
- CJNG, linked to global drug networks and founded by El Mencho, faces designation alongside groups like Hamas, per Milei’s office.
Police fire water cannons at Chile student protest
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Police used water cannons against Chilean students protesting education policies under President Kast.
- Students opposed plans to limit free university access and tighten student loan controls.
- Protests occurred in central Santiago amid tensions over education reforms.
- The crackdown highlights clashes between authorities and youth over policy changes.
Swastika found scratched into window of Jewish bagel shop in Sydney
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Police investigate swastika etched on Sydney Jewish shop window, linked to antisemitic incidents post-October 7 Hamas attack.
- Lox in a Box, a Jewish business, faces vandalism ahead of its Paddington opening, amid rising anti-Jewish tensions.
- Recent attacks include burned cars, vandalized homes, and closure of Avner’s bakery due to safety fears.
- Business owner highlights community solidarity and resilience against antisemitism, urging collective action.
Murder caught on camera in Karnataka: Man slits wife’s throat, drives SUV over her body
Source: Times of India – World
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- A man slit his wife's throat in a shocking incident near Balurgi village, Afazalpur taluk, Kalaburagi district.
- The attack occurred on Thursday, sparking immediate public concern.
- The location is in Karnataka's Kalaburagi district.
- Authorities are investigating the motive behind the violent act.
Siblings who fled to China charged over bomb planted outside US Air Force base
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Alen Zheng remains at large; Ann Mary Zheng arrested after returning to the US, their mother detained for deportation due to visa overstay.
- Both charged with federal offenses: Alen faces 40 years for explosive device, Ann faces 30 years for witness tampering and accessory charges.
- Mother detained for deportation, overstayed visa, per federal prosecutors.
- Explosive device left outside MacDill Air Force Base; sister returned from China with brother post-threat, US Attorney warns against threats.
David Davis says Cheshire police made ‘egregious’ failures in Lucy Letby investigation
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Former cabinet minister claims Lucy Letby’s conviction for murdering seven babies is a miscarriage of justice due to Cheshire police’s investigative failures.
- Two ex-detectors reviewed the case, concluding it’s a serious miscarriage after finding flaws in the evidence and police conduct.
- Medical experts argue babies’ deaths stemmed from natural causes and poor care, not deliberate harm, with Letby’s lawyer seeking a court review.
- Davis links case to past errors, like Sally Clark’s wrongful conviction, while government defends the trial process as lawful and thorough.
Police charge another 10 people over HK$1.6 billion JPEX cryptocurrency scandal
Source: South China Morning Post – World
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- Four men and six women charged with money laundering and conspiracy, appearing in Eastern Court on Friday.
- Earlier charges included 16 people, including influencer Joseph Lam Chok, for fraud and money laundering.
- Abnormal transactions totaling HK$132 million linked to cases with disproportionate financial profiles.
- Prosecution to transfer 10 individuals' cases to District Court for further proceedings.
London police officer filmed in crowd intimidating Al Jazeera journalists
Source: Al Jazeera – News
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- Met Police reviews footage of off-duty officer's altercation with Al Jazeera journalists in North London. Case referred to Professional Standards for assessment.
- Incident occurred near arson site where four ambulances were set on fire. Two men arrested; footage shows locals, including Jewish residents, intimidating journalists.
- Police stress press freedom, note journalists left due to intimidation. Reviewing footage to assess potential offenses.
- Incident drew online condemnation for press freedom. Police urge officers to monitor for similar altercations.
Volunteer Met officer ‘sought to intimidate Al Jazeera journalists’
Source: The Guardian – World
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- Scotland Yard investigates off-duty officer’s alleged intimidation of Al Jazeera journalists during clash with residents over arson attack in Golders Green.
- Met emphasizes freedom of press, notes journalists left due to prolonged harassment, and reviews footage for potential offenses.
- Incident occurred amid tensions in Jewish-majority area, with residents accusing journalists of “terrorist propaganda” and calling them “sympathisers.”
- Two suspects arrested in arson case released on bail; searches conducted in Kilburn, King’s Cross, and north-west London.
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