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Erin Patterson appeal: Mushroom killer must stay in jail forever for ‘truly dreadful’ crime, prosecutors say
An Australian court heard arguments that mushroom murderer Erin Patterson committed a “truly dreadful” crime and should never be released from prison, with prosecutors appealing her sentence as inadequate.
U.S. debt tops $40 trillion. And, new census report Trump is touting raises concerns
U.S. government debt exceeded $40 trillion, with the deficit projected to grow by over $2 trillion this year. Meanwhile, a Census Bureau report on noncitizen voting cited by President Trump faces scrutiny from data experts.
Syria detains policeman over death of White Helmets rescuer hit in custody
A Syrian police officer has been detained after an investigation found he struck a White Helmets volunteer with haemophilia who subsequently died from a brain haemorrhage.
Russian paramilitaries in Mali kill nine, including children: HRW
Human Rights Watch accuses Russian-controlled paramilitaries in Mali of killing nine civilians, including four children, in early July, alleging Malian military presence during the incident.
FBI raids ex-US Representative Swalwell’s home amid sexual misconduct probe
Federal agents raided the Washington home of former US Representative Eric Swalwell amid an investigation into alleged sexual misconduct, also seizing his electronic devices at San Francisco airport.
University suspends US academic leading Jason Arday plagiarism accusations
A Belgian university suspended an American academic who led plagiarism accusations against Jason Arday, the Black ex-Cambridge professor who died last week amid intense public scrutiny.
Thursday briefing: The million young people the UK is leaving behind
An estimated one million young people in the UK aged 16 to 24 are not in education, employment, or training. A high-profile review led by Alan Milburn is examining the causes of this growing phenomenon.
Without action wildfires in Europe will increase 39% even in best-case climate scenario, study finds
A study projects European wildfires will increase 39% by century’s end even under optimistic climate scenarios, though improved fire management could reduce increases by over 70%.
How India’s blocking of a film exposing real-life police abuses backfired
India blocked the film Satluj, a biopic about a human rights activist killed by police, but the ban triggered rare public defiance as Sikh communities organized widespread screenings across Punjab.
Prince Harry and Meghan are returning to the U.K. with their children
Prince Harry and Meghan plan to relocate to the United Kingdom this fall with their children, who will attend British schools, though the couple will not resume royal duties.
Bangladesh holds presidential election in first contested vote in 35 years
Bangladesh holds its first contested presidential election in 35 years Thursday, with ruling BNP candidate Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir facing opposition nominee Oli Ahmad despite the outcome appearing predetermined.
Over 200,000 people newly displaced in Sudan’s Kordofan as fighting rages
Over 200,000 people have been newly displaced in Sudan’s Kordofan region due to intensified fighting, the UN reported, as drone attacks target critical infrastructure in el-Obeid.
More than 1,000 birds found dead in three mass mortality events amid ‘significant’ H5 escalation in Australia
South Australian authorities discovered more than 1,000 dead greater crested terns across three offshore islands, marking the largest suspected H5 bird flu mass mortality event since the strain arrived on mainland Australia.
Israeli settler violence forces Palestinians from West Bank homes: HRW
Human Rights Watch reports that escalating Israeli settler attacks are forcing Palestinians from West Bank homes, with the group accusing Israeli authorities of enabling the violence through funding and impunity.
North Korea fires a suspected missile toward the sea, Japan says
North Korea launched a suspected ballistic missile toward the sea on Thursday, according to Japan, following a U.S. decision to reduce military exercises with South Korea.
US Department of Justice defends prosecution of Comey over seashell post
The DOJ is defending its prosecution of former FBI Director James Comey over an Instagram post featuring seashells arranged as “86 47,” which prosecutors claim was a coded threat against President Trump.
NATO ‘prepared’ to defend allies amid report of Iranian strike plans
NATO says it is prepared to defend against potential Iranian attacks on US military targets in Europe, as Bulgaria increases security at its air base hosting American personnel.
Kennedy Center board says it won’t try to immediately restore Trump’s name
The Kennedy Center’s board committed to not taking action to restore President Trump’s name before September 8 amid an ongoing legal dispute over the venue’s naming.
Canada boosts Lebanon aid to $50m and condemns Israeli ‘unlawful invasion’
Canada announced $50 million in additional humanitarian aid to Lebanon and condemned Israel’s military presence there, bringing total assistance this year to over $50 million.
Iran’s hardline parliament raises concerns with ‘foreign infiltration’ plan
Iran’s hardline parliament approved broad outlines of a plan targeting foreign “infiltration” in academia, media and culture, raising concerns about restricting personal freedoms and scientific cooperation.
Zambia opposition leader to challenge Hichilema election victory in court
Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile announced plans to challenge President Hakainde Hichilema’s election victory in court, citing documented irregularities and voting fraud allegations following the August 13 vote.
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In the past 60 years, every decade has been hotter than the last, and 2020 is on track to be among the hottest years yet. But the burden of extreme heat is not shared equally — it’s significantly worse for people at the bottom of the socioeconomic ladder. Extreme heat...
South Korea’s Comfort Women Suffer Embezzlement From Their Own Government
In May, former comfort woman turned activist Lee Yong-soo went public with accusations against Yoon Mee-hyang, the former head of The Korean Council for Justice and Remembrance, South Koreans, to the dismay of the South Koreans. The 92-year-old was a regular fixture...
Brexit Negotiations Are Poised to Become Chaotic
European policymakers rejected the latest Brexit plan from UK British Prime Minister Boris Johnson saying that the plan was unworkable. While the plan was not rejected outright, EU leaders said that in its current form it could not go forward. Basically, the plan in...
The Pitfalls of Pro Se (Self-Representation) When Facing Criminal Charges
Are you facing criminal charges and wondering if you should try to represent yourself? If so, you’re considering a risky move that will probably result in a conviction. Hiring a private attorney is your best chance for a reduced sentence or even getting your charges...