CRIME

Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Justice Delivers a Verdict: Brazil Confronts the Dark Links Between Politics and Crime

A five‑judge panel at Brazil’s highest court has, after a tense week of arguments, found five men guilty of killing former councilwoman Marielle Franco and her driver in 2018. The case, long a flashpoint for political debate, shows how powerful forces can intersect with organized crime. The defenda

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Former Senator Steps Down From Clean‑Energy Firm Over Past Email Ties

Bob Kerrey, who once led Nebraska as a U. S. senator and later served as its governor, has left the board of Monolith, a state‑based clean‑energy startup. The move follows the release of Department of Justice documents that show Kerrey met and emailed Jeffrey Epstein more than ten years ago. Kerr

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Feb 25 2026POLITICS

Retail Stores Must Report Theft, but No Fines Imposed

In Douglas County, a new rule was approved that tells most retail shops in the unincorporated areas to tell law‑enforcement when someone steals from them. The county changed the original plan, which had set fines up to $1, 000 for businesses that didn’t report a theft. Instead of penalties, the deci

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Feb 25 2026CRIME

Caleb Flynn Faces Murder Charge After Wife’s Tragic Death

A former contestant on a popular singing competition and ex‑pastor has been arrested in Ohio for the death of his wife. Caleb Flynn, 39, is accused of shooting Ashley Flynn, 37, and then disguising the scene to look like a burglary. The case is still in its early stages, but court filings show he fa

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Feb 25 2026CRIME

Lost Women of Alaska: Bringing Quiet Cases into the Light

The new season on Investigation Discovery focuses on two tragic murders in Alaska, highlighting the broader issue of missing Indigenous women. The series examines the 2018 killing of Veronica Abouchuk and the 2019 death of Kathleen Jo Henry, both victims of a suspected serial killer named Brian S

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Feb 25 2026POLITICS

Orangeburg Talks Safety After Campus Shooting

Orangeburg leaders held a “Safety First” chat to let residents voice worries about safety and ask questions. The meeting happened just weeks after a shooting at South Carolina State University that killed two people and hurt another. An 18‑year‑old was arrested for the crime. City officials

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Feb 24 2026CRIME

Chocolate Swipes: The Sweet Theft Crisis in UK Stores

In recent weeks, shoppers in the UK have noticed a new sight: Cadbury chocolate bars wrapped in clear plastic shields. Major supermarkets such as Sainsbury's, Tesco and the Co‑op are adopting these anti‑theft measures after a surge in chocolate pilfering. Police and retailers claim that the sugary t

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

Mandelson’s Fall From Diplomatic Heights

The scene in Washington D. C. a year ago showed Prime Minister Keir Starmer and former senior minister Peter Mandelson smiling as they welcomed him back to the UK’s diplomatic corps. That bright moment is now a distant memory. In London, police detained Mandelson at his home after accusations tha

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Feb 24 2026HEALTH

Living in a Loud Neighborhood Can Hurt Baby’s Sleep

Short, broken sleep can make pregnancy harder for African‑American moms who live in low‑income areas. Research shows that trouble sleeping during pregnancy can raise the chance of health problems for both mom and baby. People who live in neighborhoods with more crime, noise from traffic or few

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Feb 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Catch the New CIA Show Tonight for Free

The new crime drama “CIA” is hitting CBS this Monday at 10 p. m. ET, and viewers who don’t have cable can still watch it without paying. By signing up for a free trial on services such as Fubo or DIRECTV, you can stream the episode live and keep it on demand for a few days. Those who already h

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