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In a significant development, a Los Angeles prosecutor announced plans to ask a judge for the parole of Erik and Lyle Menendez, who have spent almost 35 years behind bars following their parents' murder. This request is gathering momentum due to recently uncovered evidence suggesting they suffered years of sexual abuse at the hands of their father. Now in their mid-50s, the Menendez brothers gained nationwide attention during two sensational trials in the 1990s. The media spotlight was largely fueled by their affluent…

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) reported that a recent airstrike in southern Lebanon, which claimed the lives of three journalists, is currently under examination. The military asserts that its operation aimed at eradicating Hezbollah combatants. "In the early hours, based on intelligence, our forces targeted a Hezbollah military installation in the Hasbaya region," the IDF shared in a communiqué to AFP. "The operation took place while the militants were present inside the facility," the statement elaborated. "Only…

This evening, in a Spanish courtroom, Gerard Hutch, infamously dubbed 'the Monk,' found himself embroiled in serious legal troubles connected to suspected money laundering activities. At a bustling judicial facility in Lanzarote, the 61-year-old Hutch was one of nine individuals summoned before a judge by Spanish law enforcement officials. Among this group, two individuals have been denied bail and will remain behind bars, while the remaining seven have been granted provisional release under stringent conditions.…

Kamala Harris, a contender for the Democratic presidential nomination, is gearing up to make waves in Georgia today, where she’ll be part of a high-profile rally that includes iconic musician Bruce Springsteen, noted entertainer Tyler Perry, and former President Barack Obama. This event marks yet another strategic move by the Harris camp to harness the star power of celebrities to energize voters as the election draws near, intensifying the race against her Republican opponent, Donald Trump. Harris’s campaign took off like…

This Saturday, Georgians will participate in a pivotal election that pits a coalition of pro-Western opposition parties against the ruling party, which has been accused of eroding democratic principles and leaning towards Russia. Brussels has underscored the importance of the October 26th election, emphasizing it as a critical moment for Georgia's emerging democracy and its enduring ambition to join the European Union. Current opinion surveys suggest that opposition parties might secure sufficient votes to form a coalition…

According to statements from Russia’s Defence Ministry, Russian troops have taken control of the villages Serebrianka and Mykolaivka located in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk area. Meanwhile, military blogs have been buzzing with reports of Russian progress near critical frontline towns. While Ukraine’s military has not confirmed the fall of these villages, they did indicate that both locations are currently embroiled in fierce clashes. Both pro-Ukrainian and pro-Russian bloggers highlighted a vigorous Russian offensive…

A sea of supporters turned out in Georgia, a pivotal state in the election, for a spirited rally featuring Democratic hopeful Kamala Harris. She was flanked by luminaries like Bruce Springsteen, actor Samuel L. Jackson, filmmaker Tyler Perry, and former President Barack Obama. Before Harris took to the stage, the ever-charismatic Spike Lee urged the crowd at James R. Hallford Stadium to remain vigilant and not to be "bamboozled" into voting for the Republican candidate, Donald Trump. “Donald Trump is on a path to become an…

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has emphasized the urgent need for a "just peace" in Ukraine during a crucial meeting of BRICS leaders led by Russian President Vladimir Putin. This dialogue unfolded on the concluding day of the BRICS summit, taking place in the city of Kazan, Russia. This forum serves as a platform for Russia, aiming to rally emerging economies to present a cohesive stance against Western powers. "We require peace in Ukraine," Guterres expressed to the assembled BRICS leaders around the…

Former nurse Lucy Letby, now a convicted murderer, has faced a setback in her attempt to overturn her conviction for the attempted murder of a baby girl. In a recent session at the British Court of Appeal, her legal team sought permission to challenge the verdict from a retrial held in July, where she was found guilty of attempting to take the life of an infant known only as Child K. Letby's attorneys argued that the charge of attempted murder should have been halted, describing it as an "abuse of process." They claimed…

During a gathering of international donors focused on Lebanon held in Paris, Tánaiste Micheál Martin emphasized that Israel must be made to answer for any violations of international law. In a commitment to support the ongoing refugee crisis, Martin announced an additional €5 million pledge. "I seized the moment to address the ongoing situation," he remarked, highlighting what he termed "systematic and incessant violations of international humanitarian law" carried out by Israel, Hezbollah, and Hamas throughout these…