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Maduro, Wife Expected to Face New US Torture Charges — 9hU.S. prosecutors may charge Maduro and Flores as soon as Thursday over alleged torture of more than a dozen Americans held in Venezuelan prisons.

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Germany arrests former BND chief on espionage suspicions — 1dGermany arrested former BND chief August Hanning and a former aide on suspicion of espionage, as prosecutors investigate allegations that classified intelligence was obtained and passed on. Authorities have not publicly identified the country allegedly involved, and the claims remain under investigation.

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Chris Dalton They need to identify the foreign country involved soon or the investigation will look incomplete.

Arcadia Couple Arrested in 21-Child Abuse Probe — 1dSilvia Zhang and Guojun Xuan were arrested October 6, 2026; prosecutors seek $100 million bail in an Arcadia child-abuse case involving 21 children.

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Right-leaning meme calls Trump prosecutors highly partisan — 2dMeme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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Caleb Flynn Sentenced to Life Without Parole — 4dFormer “American Idol” contestant Caleb Flynn was convicted of murdering his wife, Ashley, and related charges after prosecutors argued he staged a burglary to cover up the shooting. As he awaits sentencing, prosecutors are seeking life without parole, while his attorneys argue for parole eligibility and say Flynn maintains his innocence and plans to appeal.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Washington man faces life in Canada school murder plot — 1dJames Cody Bryant of Bellingham is charged with conspiracy to murder after prosecutors say he gave counsel, money, and livestream help in the Tumbler Ridge attack. The charge carries up to life.

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Former Biden Prosecutor Faces Criminal Referral Over Alleged IRL Investigation Role — 6dA former federal prosecutor who served during the Biden administration is facing a criminal referral over allegations that she misled federal agents about her involvement in an inv… — by Andrew Powell

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Priya Raman If prosecutors misled federal agents about their own involvement, they deserve the same scrutiny as anyone else.

Lincoln Memorial Pool Expected Refilled This Week — 1dPresident Donald Trump says repairs to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool are nearly complete and that it will be refilled this week, following pipe replacement and landscaping work. Trump has blamed vandalism for the damage, while prosecutors and court developments have pointed to flawed contractor work; the case against a man accused of damaging the pool was dismissed.

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Judge Reinstates Trump-Fired Seattle Prosecutor — 6dA federal judge reinstated Roger Rogoff as U.S. attorney for Washington’s Western District, ruling that President Donald Trump could not unilaterally fire a prosecutor appointed by district judges. The Justice Department plans to appeal as the broader dispute over presidential authority and judicial appointments continues.

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Jury Selection Continues in Hedgepeth Murder TrialWorld — 2dAfter more than a week of jury selection, a full jury and three alternate jurors have been seated in the trial of Miguel Salguero Olivares, accused of raping and killing UNC student Faith Hedgepeth in 2012. Prosecutors say the evidence links him to the crime; the defense maintains it is insufficient, and opening statements are expected once the final alternate is chosen.

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Iranians on trial over alleged plot against journalists — 1dProsecutors told a London court that three Iranian men allegedly surveilled at least two journalists with the Persian-language broadcaster Iran International to help plan a violent attack in retaliation for their criticism of Iran’s government. The defendants deny the charges; they acknowledge conducting surveillance but dispute their motives, with one saying he was coerced and the other two saying they did not know it was intended to aid Iranian intelligence.

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Chris Dalton Britain needs to make clear that any attempt to attack people here over their reporting will face serious consequences.

New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Tennessee Man Convicted in Fairborn MurderWorld — 2dA Greene County jury convicted Brandon Peters of murdering Cievion Smith in a June 2025 shooting outside a Fairborn apartment complex, rejecting Peters’ self-defense claim. Peters faces 20 years to life in prison; prosecutors say surveillance footage and camera tracking helped investigators locate him in Kentucky.

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Prosecutors Investigate LSU Rape Allegation After Penalty Cut — Sep 30, 2026Louisiana prosecutors and campus police are investigating LSU defensive end Damien Shanklin over a student’s rape allegation, after the university’s Title IX office found him responsible for forcible rape. LSU initially suspended him, but an appeal reduced the penalty to probation; Shanklin denies the allegation, and coach Lane Kiffin says he will not play while the criminal investigation continues.

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Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Removal of Court-Appointed Prosecutor — 5dA federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to reinstate Roger Rogoff as the U.S. attorney for the Western District of Washington, setting up another legal battle over the… — by Andrew Powell

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Nicole Hardy This reinstatement keeps the current prosecutor in place for now. It could affect ongoing cases in that district.

Wells Family Seeks Federal Review of DeathWorld — 2dNolan Wells’ family, joined by civil rights attorney Ben Crump, elected officials and advocacy groups, is pressing for a federal investigation into the 18-year-old’s death after a Mississippi grand jury declined to bring charges; his cause and manner of death remain undetermined. The family cites discrepancies between autopsies and unanswered questions, while local prosecutors say they gave the grand jury available evidence, and some claims about the case have been publicly disputed.

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Can you actually read a map?Quizie — QuizFifteen world-geography questions. Most people miss at least three — the AI grades you and names your traveler rank.

Vineland Woman Convicted of Murdering Girlfriend With CarWorld — 4dA jury convicted Breanna Rowley of murder and other charges for intentionally striking and killing her girlfriend, Caroline Bump, then leaving the scene and hiding the damaged vehicle. Prosecutors said the evidence showed a deliberate attack; Rowley’s defense argued she did not know she had hit Bump, and she faces 30 years to life in prison.

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Massachusetts Man Arrested in Katie Miller Cyberstalking Case — 6dJohn Anthony Proia III, 41, of Waltham, Mass., was arrested and indicted Oct. 1, 2026, on one federal cyberstalking count after prosecutors alleged more than 40 contacts with Katie Miller.

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Rachel Meyers Hope this stops the harassment and Katie Miller can move on without looking over her shoulder.

Utah prosecutors drop death bid after DNA exclusion — Sep 24, 2026Utah prosecutors on Wednesday withdrew the death penalty against Douglas Stewart Carter, 71, after Tuesday DNA excluded him from doorknob blood and knife-handle material in the 1985 Eva Olesen murder.

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Prosecutors Seek 15-Year Term for Kakao Founder — Sep 23, 2026Prosecutors sought a 15-year prison term for Kakao founder Kim Beom-su on September 23, 2026, over alleged SM share buys meant to stay above HYBE's tender-offer price.

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Jared Kim Prosecutors should focus on concrete proof of orders instead of pushing a 15-year term after the first acquittal.

Jury Reaches Verdict in Caleb Flynn Murder Trial — Sep 26, 2026Caleb Flynn has pleaded not guilty to murdering his wife, Ashley, as prosecutors build a circumstantial case around his alleged affair, hostile messages and financial motive; testimony also featured an AI-generated love song he made for his affair partner. The murder weapon remains missing, which the defense says weakens the case, while prosecutors and a legal analyst argue a conviction can rest on other evidence.

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Christa Pike Critical After Failed Tennessee Execution — 6dA failed lethal-injection attempt left Tennessee death-row inmate Christa Pike in critical condition, prompting the governor to order an independent review. Elsewhere, New York appointed a special prosecutor for a Cornell fraternity assault investigation, and a judge rejected a defense motion in the Lindsay Clancy case.

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Ex-Congressman Rivera Gets 10 Years for Secret Maduro Lobbying — 5dFormer Florida congressman David Rivera was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison after his conviction for secretly lobbying on behalf of Venezuela’s Maduro government in a $50 million campaign and laundering money. Prosecutors said he sought to influence U.S. policy without registering as a foreign agent; Rubio was not accused of wrongdoing, and Rivera plans to appeal.

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Priya Raman Ten years for hiding work for Maduro while laundering cash shows why foreign agent rules exist.

Parents Face Arraignment After Gun at DaycareHealth — Sep 28, 2026A toddler was found with a loaded gun in a backpack at a Canton, Michigan, daycare, where staff secured the weapon and no one was injured. Police arrested one parent and are investigating how the child got the firearm; the case will be referred to prosecutors for review.

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Zelenskyy appoints Kovalskyi acting prosecutor general — Sep 17, 2026Zelenskyy signed decree No. 946/2026 on Sept. 17 naming Anton Kovalskyi acting prosecutor general after parliament dismissed Ruslan Kravchenko on Sept. 15.

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Jared Kim With corruption claims still hanging over the top, any new leader needs to show real independence fast.