Man convicted of murdering TikToker dies in prison
A man in his 50s who was sentenced to 40 years in prison for killing a female TikToker in her 20s has died while in custody, legal sources said Wednesday.
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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Wednesday expressed "full support" for his predecessor José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero after a court placed his Socialist ally under investigation for alleged influence peddling.
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Japanese national probed over alleged illegal filming at Seoul hotel pool
A Japanese national is under police investigation in Seoul after allegedly filming a female guest without permission at a hotel swimming pool, according to a report from the Dong-A Ilbo on Wednesday.
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Paul Soriano attends Cannes premiere of Hollywood noir film ‘Diamond’
MANILA, Philippines — Filmmaker Paul Soriano walked the red carpet at the 79th Cannes Film Festival on Tuesday for the world premiere of “Diamond,” the Andy Garcia-led crime drama he co-produced alongside a powerhouse Hollywood cast.
· Iza Iglesias
Rugby Australia’s plan for star players was no secret to Rebels, court hears
The directors of failed Super Rugby club the Melbourne Rebels knew Rugby Australia planned to reshape the competition by concentrating top players into just three teams, leaving the Victorian franchise out in the cold, a court has heard.
· Sarah Danckert
BREAKING: SC denies dela Rosa plea for TRO vs ICC arrest warrant
THE Supreme Court has denied the request for a temporary restraining order filed by Senator Ronald dela Rosa. This is in connection with the arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court or ICC. However, the high tribunal stressed that this is not a final ruling on the main legal questions in the case. I…
· The Manila Times
Teen accused of Avalon Airport hijack allegedly politically motivated, court told
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· Tara Cosoleto
San Diego shooting inspired by Australia’s worst mass murderer
Wed 20 May 2026 at 5:31pm
· Michael Workman
Top court upholds prison terms for husband and son in ailing matriarch's murder
SEOUL, May 20 (Yonhap) -- The Supreme Court on Wednesday confirmed prison terms for a man in his 80s and his 50-something son over the high-profile murder of the family's long-ailing matriarch.
· Yoo Cheong-mo
Former Wallabies star faces court over threats to kill
A former Wallabies star has faced court over allegations he repeatedly threatened to kill a man over a supposed land deal in Samoa.
· Cloe Read
Haymanut Kasau's family says they receive updates on investigation from media instead of police
The family of Haymanut Kasau, an Ethiopian girl who has been missing since February 25, 2024, heard updates on her disappearance case from the media instead of the police, the family said on Monday.
· TZVI JASPER
Tair Rada's mother accuses police of 'dragging their feet' on reopening murder case - report
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· TZVI JASPER
Lawyers say teen accused of trying to hijack plane was mentally impaired
Wed 20 May 2026 at 5:13pm
· Kristian Silva
Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday
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· The Local
Benjamin Thomas Simpkins refused bail over alleged hit-and-run incident
Wed 20 May 2026 at 4:49pm
· David Weber
Latest outbreak of Ebola in central Africa prompts global health emergency
An outbreak of a rare, lethal strain of Ebola virus has killed 131 people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda, as the World Health Organization (WHO) declares a global health emergency.
· ASHER SMITH
South Korea’s Lee criticizes Israel detentions, says actions ‘way out of line’
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Wednesday said Israel had arrested South Korean nationals in international waters, calling the action “way out of line”.
· REUTERS, MICHAEL STARR
Thailand tightens visa rules for tourists, citing crime by foreigners
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· Angelica Silva
‘Mr Ho’ pleads guilty to stabbing ‘Mrs Ho’ as prison sentence looms
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· Lo Hoi-ying
‘Mr Ho’ pleads guilty to stabbing ‘Mrs Ho’ as prison sentence looms
Judge denies bail to Ho Huen, 79, saying custodial sentence unavoidable after internet personality stabbed wife while separate assault case ongoing
· Lo Hoi-ying
Man killed mother with tool while under 'supernatural' attack, court hears
Wed 20 May 2026 at 4:27pm
· Eva Blandis
U.S. indicts four Chinese container manufacturers alleging pandemic-era price-fixing cartel
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· Anniek Bao, Monica Pitrelli
No TRO: Supreme Court denies Bato’s request for interim relief vs ICC warrant
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· Jairo Bolledo
Dozens could face criminal charges over London’s 2017 Grenfell Tower inferno
Police seek prosecutions nearly a decade after Britain’s worst modern residential blaze killed 72
· Associated Press
Dozens could face criminal charges over London’s 2017 Grenfell Tower inferno
Police seek prosecutions nearly a decade after Britain’s worst modern residential blaze killed 72
· Associated Press
Alleged would-be teen hijacker researched airports for months, court told
In the days before an armed teenager boarded and allegedly attempted to hijack a commercial airplane, he used the internet to search airports and the shooting down of planes.
· Erin Pearson
Three stabbed as hundreds take over Rhode Island beaches
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· Nicholas McEntyre
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· Richard Smith
Judge orders mental health evaluation for woman accused of attempting to murder Rihanna
LOS ANGELES — A judge on Tuesday paused the prosecution of a woman charged with the attempted murder of Rihanna and more than a dozen other felonies and sent the case to a mental health court that will determine whether she is competent to stand trial.
· Associated Press
Former Nationals candidate charged over death of Katanning teacher
A former Nationals candidate has been accused of the hit-and-run death of a high school teacher in the rural West Australian town of Katanning.
· Rebecca Peppiatt
Astonishing early Iran war goal: Hand power back to the man who called for Israel to be ‘wiped off the map’
Washington: Days after Israeli strikes killed Iran’s supreme leader and other top officials in the opening salvos of the war, President Donald Trump mused publicly that it would be best if “someone from within” Iran took over the country.
· Mark Mazzetti, Julian E. Barnes, Farnaz Fassihi, Ronen Bergman
Astonishing early Iran war goal: Hand power back to the man who wanted Israel to be ‘wiped off the map’
Washington: Days after Israeli strikes killed Iran’s supreme leader and other top officials in the opening salvos of the war, President Donald Trump mused publicly that it would be best if “someone from within” Iran took over the country.
· Mark Mazzetti, Julian E. Barnes, Farnaz Fassihi, Ronen Bergman
Abusive nursery worker's deportation 'horrendous'
The parents of babies abused by a nursery worker in west London say the decision to deport her after serving less than 15% of her prison sentence is "horrendous".
· Matt Hutchinson
Gyeongbokgung nights come alive with royal court music and dance
The National Gugak Center will present "Seeds of Sound" at Gyeongbokgung, Seoul, as part of the palace's nighttime program.
· Hwang Dong-hee
Pensioner offered cash for amputation weeks before death, court told
Wed 20 May 2026 at 3:06pm
· Christopher Testa
Teenaged trio arrested over Melbourne nightclub arsons
Wed 20 May 2026 at 3:01pm
British couple on hunger strike in Iranian jail, family say
The family of a British couple held in Iran after being accused of spying say the pair have gone on hunger strike to press for their release.
· Caroline Hawley
Boss of Sarah Ferguson-linked firm used royal links to threaten worker with jail
Sarah Ferguson's close friend and business partner, Manuel Fernandez, used his Palace links to threaten a worker with jail, according to a recording obtained by the BBC.
· Ben King
Pakistani man who killed TikTok star Sana Yousaf for rejecting him sentenced to death | South China Morning Post
The 22-year-old man shot 17-year-old influencer Sana Yousaf at her home in Islamabad after she repeatedly rejected his advances.
Former AOA member Kwon Min-a says court ruling brings closure in sexual assault case
Rape charge recognized after 18 years, but statute of limitations prevents legal punishment, she said
· Tammy Park
Chavit denies Bato used yacht to flee
MANILA, Philippines — Former Ilocos Sur governor Luis "Chavit" Singson has denied allegations that Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa used his yacht to flee following the shooting incident at the Senate on May 13.
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Chavit Singson denies fugitive senator used yacht to flee
MANILA, Philippines — Former Ilocos Sur governor Luis "Chavit" Singson has denied allegations that Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa used his yacht to flee following the shooting incident at the Senate on May 13.
· Javier Joe Ismael
NT Police officer acquitted of coercing ex-partner over T-shirt assault
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· Roxanne Fitzgerald
Latham avoids airing dirty laundry in court as ex's abuse claim dropped
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· Tom Wark
‘No attack on Senate’: Remulla casts doubt on Aplasca over May 13 gunfire
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· Bea Cupin
Two Romanian nationals arrested over massive card skimming operation across Brisbane
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San Diego wife’s disappearance tied to deadly herb and reports of witchcraft
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· Daniel Farr
Mosque shooting victims hailed as heroes and mourned by community
Wed 20 May 2026 at 1:31pm