Variety is launching its first True Crime Summit during the SXSW festival, with Investigation Discovery as the main sponsor. The event will bring together leading voices from film, TV and podcasting to discuss why audiences worldwide keep turning to stories of mystery, justice and deception. The
A crime‑scene tech named Chelsea Gipson stepped back onto the witness stand to share details about evidence gathered at Kouri Richins’ house. The judge had a scheduling clash, so the day’s session was paused for an hour, then extended. Afterward, jurors were excused and Gipson was told she would spe
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
In Livermore, a 46‑year‑old man has been charged after taking a hidden photo of an 11‑year‑old girl’s skirt while she was shopping with her mom. This act followed a prior arrest where the same man was caught photographing a woman’s skirt at his workplace. The incidents, both in different stores, led
AI‑focused coins surged late on Wednesday after Nvidia posted a record quarterly haul and saw its data‑center sales hit new highs. The top performer was NEAR, the token that fuels the AI‑ready blockchain NEAR Protocol, which leapt more than 16 %. FET, a collaborative AI token, climbed 8. 20 %,
A recent survey revealed that many Americans agree with former President Donald Trump’s call to remove undocumented immigrants, yet they sharply reject the aggressive tactics used by enforcement agencies. The poll found that 61 % of respondents endorse deportation, a figure that climbs to 92 % among
Navan, a platform that helps companies handle business travel and spending, has added a fresh tool to its event‑planning section. The update brings in BoomPop’s AI skills, letting users pick venues and manage details without juggling spreadsheets. The move aims to cut the time people spend on mee
In New Mexico, lawmakers have a short 30‑day window to act on bills. A proposal from Sen. Antonio “Moe” Maestas, which would shift control of student‑athlete eligibility from the New Mexico Activities Association (NMAA) to the state’s Department of Public Education, was not heard this session. Maest
The Senate’s Health Committee held a hearing to review a nomination for the country’s top medical officer. The candidate, a licensed doctor who also runs a popular wellness blog, is closely linked to a high‑profile activist group. She said her goal was to help people who want clear answers about hea
Snowfall in the Northeast this year is breaking records, with some resorts receiving more than 30 inches of powder in just ten days. The cold snap has turned roads into pristine white blankets, and the lake that had been thawed since 2019 is finally frozen. While people love the sight of fresh snow
