Domestic helper arrested after 6-month-old girl dies in Hong Kong
Baby was rushed to hospital after being found unconscious on a bed by her family
· Lam Ka-sing
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Newest first · UTC+11:00International Criminal Court set to issue judgment on Duterte drug war case
(UPDATE) THE Appeals Chamber of the International Criminal Court (ICC) announced Thursday that it will issue its judgment on April 22 on former president Rodrigo Duterte’s appeal challenging the court’s jurisdiction.
· Franco Jose C. Baroña
Bondi Beach terrorist who killed 15 is denied bid to protect family members’ identities
The Islamist charged with murdering 15 people in the Dec. 14 shooting spree at a Chanukah party at Sydney’s Bondi Beach has lost a bid to protect the identities of family members, local media reported on Wednesday.
· Jewish News Syndicate
US tourists in Hong Kong must reveal their device passwords — or be arrested
US citizens traveling to Hong Kong are being warned that refusal to hand over passwords or access to their personal devices is now a criminal offense.
· Brooke Steinberg
Trump to Bondi: You’re dismissed
WASHINGTON, D.C. — United States President Donald Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi on Thursday after months of strained relations and named his former personal lawyer to serve as acting chief of the Department of Justice.
· Agence France-Presse
Trump’s ‘just for fun’ strikes on Iran could be ‘war crime’ – experts
More than 100 US-based international law experts have warned that American strikes on Iran may amount to war crimes, citing violations of the UN Charter, attacks on civilian infrastructure, and alarming rhetoric from senior officials.
· RT
There maybe treachery even in the existence of prior altercation provided the latter already ceased
My brother had a verbal tussle with Dino regarding their common fence. My brother later asked for forgiveness, which Dino accepted, so he turned his back and went on his way. When he was about a meter away from Dino, the latter rushed toward him and hacked him from behind, resulting in his death. A corresponding cri…
· Persida V. Rueda-Acosta
Will a new attorney general help Trump prosecute his enemies?
Attorney General Pam Bondi, left, listens as President Donald Trump, right, speaks during a cabinet meeting at the White House, July 8, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)
· Eric Tucker
Thug accused of killing 7-month-old in NYC shooting is charged with her murder
The moped-riding goon who allegedly shot a 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn was hit with a murder charge in the girl’s tragic, stray-bullet death.
· Joe Marino, Matt Troutman
Why Nancy Guthrie’s case was doomed from the get-go: ‘Rushed to judgment’
Nancy Guthrie’s kidnapping case was bungled from the beginning by rookie Arizona cops who rushed to conclude that she had “wandered off,” according to a law enforcement source.
· Natalie O'Neill
Sri Lanka arrests 152 in alleged Chinese-run cyberscam
Among those arrested in a raid on a hotel rented by Chinese men in the coastal town of Chilaw were 133 Chinese people
· Agence France-Presse
Secret 23-man kill list Special Forces commandos allegedly had during UAE assassination plot
The US killing team that allegedly went after a Yemeni politician on behalf of the United Arab Emirates had a secret 23-man hit list, court documents claim.
· James Gant
Over 3,500 Lebanon targets struck and about 1,000 Hezbollah terrorists killed, IDF says
The Israel Defense Forces said Friday morning that it has struck more than 3,500 targets and killed about 1,000 Hezbollah terrorists in Lebanon since the Iranian-backed group entered the war in support of Tehran a month ago.
· Jewish News Syndicate
China says peace talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan are advancing
BEIJING — Peace talks between Afghanistan's Taliban government and Pakistan are advancing, China's government said Friday, two days after those countries resumed conversations following weeks of fighting that have killed hundreds.
· Associated Press
Why prediction markets are attracting the interest of Wall Street — and law enforcement scrutiny
Law enforcement’s scrutiny of the trading involving the prediction markets should come as no surprise, top financial cops say – as they are no longer just apps used by sports fans to wager on games, but high-profile venues used by sophisticated traders to gauge risks across global events, On The Money has learned.
· Charles Gasparino
Young SoCal couple just days away from giving birth tragically killed by suspected DUI driver fleeing cops
A young pregnant woman and her boyfriend were tragically killed by a suspected DUI driver who crashed into their car while fleeing police in Pomona.
· Ross O'Keefe
Russia’s daytime strikes on Ukraine kill five as Kyiv keeps Easter truce option open
KYIV — Russian strikes killed at least five people across Ukraine on Friday, including in a “massive” missile and drone attack near the capital, local authorities reported. Ukrainian officials claim the Kremlin is changing its tactics to increase civilian suffering, shifting to daytime barrages and preparing to targ…
· Associated Press
Read Josh Duggar’s wife Anna’s email to Joseph during brother-in-law’s jail stay
Anna Duggar is in her brother-in-law Joseph Duggar’s corner.
· Riley Cardoza
Madagascar: 13 charged in plot to kill interim leader Randrianirina
Madagascar has charged 13 suspects, including a general, over an alleged plot to assassinate interim leader Michael Randrianirina, as the country grapples with political unrest following last year’s protests.
· AfricaNews
A family holiday, a lewd photo and a defamation suit. Inside the Luke Sayers saga and the AFL’s day in court
In court documents, Cate Sayers claims the AFL took only two weeks to clear her husband of making the social media post and any wrongdoing
· Nino Bucci
US federal judges increasingly turn to AI – study
Over half of US federal judges (60%) are using at least one AI tool in their judicial work, a recent Northwestern University study suggests. The research is based on responses from 112 federal judges, drawn from a random sample of 502 federal bankruptcy, magistrate, district court, and appellate court officials.
· RT
Hong Kong customs seizes HK$3.4 million worth of suspected drugs, arrests 2 men
Suspected ketamine, cocaine and ‘Ice’ seized in two separate operations, department says
· Ng Kang-chung
Congo declares end of two-year mpox outbreak that killed over 2,000
The Democratic Republic of Congo has announced the end of a two-year mpox outbreak that infected thousands and claimed more than 2,200 lives, according to health officials.
· AfricaNews
Korea's Supreme Court Upholds Korea Zinc's Voting Restriction, Rebuffing Young Poong's Legal Challenge
Supreme Court dismisses Young Poong's final appeal, with all three court levels confirming the legality of Korea Zinc's voting rights restrictions
· PRNEWSWIRE
Islamist rebels kill at least 43 in overnight raid in DR Congo
At least 43 people have been killed in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo after militants linked to the Islamic State launched a deadly overnight raid, local officials said on Thursday. Fighters from the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), a Ugandan Islamist group aligned with Islamic State, attacked Bafwakoa village …
· AfricaNews
US mercenary 'paid millions to carry out killings for UAE'
A former US special forces commando made millions of dollars carrying out assassinations for the United Arab Emirates in Yemen, according to court documents.
· Middleeasteye
Horrifying video shows ‘Bob’s Burgers’ actor Eugene Mirman’s car engulfed in flames in crash that nearly killed him
Terrifying video shows the moment “Bob’s Burgers” actor Eugene Mirman’s car was entirely engulfed in flames just moments after he crashed into a toll plaza — and had to be pulled from the fiery wreck by the New Hampshire governor’s security detail.
· Emily Crane
Courts keep ruling against Trump. But they can’t save our democracy singlehandedly | Margaret Sullivan
Decisions on the White House ballroom, public media and journalists’ access to the Pentagon are heartening. But restoring our institutions is up to us
· Margaret Sullivan
US mercenary 'was paid millions to carry out killings for UAE in Yemen'
A former US special forces commando made millions of dollars carrying out assassinations for the United Arab Emirates in Yemen, according to court documents.
· Middleeasteye
Todd Blanche takes over justice department after Pam Bondi sacking – US politics live
Trump announced deputy attorney general, who was his former personal attorney, would act up until permanent replacement is confirmed
· Fran Lawther, Shrai Popat, Sam Levine, Davidsmith
What Todd Blanche was doing the moment President Trump gave him the promotion of a lifetime
WASHINGTON — Then-Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche was in the middle of recording a podcast episode with a conservative legal group when President Trump announced he had been elevated to the highest law enforcement post in the country.
· Josh Christenson
US judge rules against deporting man whose murder conviction was overturned after 44 years in prison
Decision came after hearing in which Subramanyam Vedam, 64, said he didn’t kill Thomas Kinser when he was 19
· Associated Press
Malaysia drops appeal on abducted activist’s case, family still seeks answers
Rights group Suhakam says the police Special Branch was involved in the disappearances of Raymond Koh and another activist, Amri Che Mat
· Ushar Daniele
Lebanese artist turns to French justice system after Israeli strike kills parents in Beirut | The National
Lebanese artist Ali Cherri has filed a complaint in France after the death of his parents in an Israeli strike against a residential building in Beirut in November 2024.
· Sunniva Rose
China says peace talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan are advancing
BEIJING (AP) — Peace talks between Afghanistan’s Taliban government and Pakistan are advancing, China’s government said Friday, two days after those countries resumed conversations following weeks of fighting that have killed hundreds.
(LEAD) Court rejects PPP lawmaker's injunction request against party decision in mayoral race
(ATTN: UPDATES with PPP's response in last 2 paras)
· Lee Minji
Court rejects PPP lawmaker's injunction request against party decision in mayoral race
A Seoul court on Friday dismissed an injunction request filed by Rep. Joo Ho-young against the main opposition People Power Party after he was excluded from the PPP's nomination for Daegu mayor in the June 3 local elections.
· Yonhap
How the Supreme Court’s trans therapy case guts the ‘expert’ class
Scientific freedom won big at the US Supreme Court this week.
· Betsy McCaughey
Court rejects PPP lawmaker's injunction request against party decision in mayoral race
SEOUL, April 3 (Yonhap) -- A Seoul court on Friday dismissed an injunction request filed by Rep. Joo Ho-young against the main opposition People Power Party (PPP) after he was excluded from the PPP's nomination for Daegu mayor in the June 3 local elections.
· Lee Minji
US rapper Pooh Shiesty charged over Dallas robbery case
Federal prosecutors in the United States have charged rapper Pooh Shiesty and eight others in connection with an alleged armed robbery and kidnapping incident in Dallas, Texas.
· AfricaNews
French-Palestinian MEP Rima Hassan to be tried for 'apology for terrorism'
French-Palestinian MEP Rima Hassan, who was held in police custody for several hours in France on Thursday, will be tried in July for "apology for terrorism" due to a post on social media, the Paris prosecutor's office announced.
· Middleeasteye
One killed and four injured after falling debris causes fires at Abu Dhabi gas plant | The National
Live updates: Follow the latest news on the Iran war
· The National
Trump told Pam Bondi ‘I think it’s time’ day before he fired her as attorney general: report
President Trump told Attorney General Pam Bondi her time in his administration was up while the two rode from the White House to the Supreme Court on Wednesday, according to a report.
· Nicholas McEntyre
Ex-Turnstile guitarist charged with attempted second-degree murder of frontman’s father
Brady Ebert, a former member of the Grammy-winning US hardcore band, allegedly hit the father of Brendan Yates with his car
· Laura Snapes
Flash floods in Afghanistan’s Herat destroy homes, crops
Fast-flowing floodwater surges through the Afghan village of Zawul in Herat province after days of heavy rain and storms. The extreme weather has killed dozens across Afghanistan and neighboring Pakistan. Villagers are appealing to the authorities to build dams for protection.
· The Manila Times
US senators rebuke Ticketmaster for raising fees after hidden charge crackdown: ‘bait and switch’
Richard Blumenthal says company acts like it has ‘get-out-of-jail-free card’ as records show it upping fees to cut losses
· Rosalind Adams
Queensland man jailed for 15 years after live-streaming child abuse
The man was arrested after a tip-off from the FBI. (Supplied)
Israel strikes over 3,500 Lebanon targets in a month, says military
Lebanon’s health ministry said on Thursday that 1,345 people have been killed and 4,040 wounded since the war began, including 125 children
· Agence France-Presse
Bangladesh mourns six citizens killed by Iranian strikes and calls for end to war | The National
Live updates: Follow the latest news on the Iran war
· Ramola Talwar Badam
Hong Kong customs seizes HK$280,000 worth of dried shark fins from Panama
Officers say goods declared as dried fish maw and weighed about 162kg
· Fiona Sun