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Reports of people trapped underground at notorious Syrian prison
It is thought thousands of people could still be trapped in hidden parts of the notorious Saydnaya prison.BBC News - 4d -
'Pain was sickening' - Ex-players on heading fears
Former Premier League players Steve Howey and Gary Pallister tell the BBC of their health fears after years of heading footballs.BBC News - 4d -
California man charged with breaking out of federal prison 8 years ago
A 55-year-old fugitive who had been on the run for eight years after escaping from a federal prison in California has been caught and indicted, the U.S. attorney’s office said last week.NBC News - 4d -
Former Devils Forward Placed On Waivers
This former Devils forward has been placed on waivers.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
As Syrian Rebels Take Charge, Freeing Prisoners of Assad Is a Priority
Many people want to determine the fates of loved ones who disappeared into a notorious military prison that was a symbol of human rights abuses under President Bashar al-Assad.The New York Times - 4d -
Former Canadiens Received A Hero's Welcome
Last night, there was a very special spectator for the Montreal Canadiens' game against the Washington Capitals and he received a much-deserved hero's welcome.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Scott Frost returns to UCF: Former Knights coach heading back to team he led to 13-0 record in 2017
Frost had a 19-7 record while leading the Knights from 2016-17CBS Sports - 5d -
Ghana heads to the polls amid deepening economic crisis
Once one of Africa’s economic powerhouses, Ghana has struggled with a cost-of-living crisis and high inflation. Millions of Ghanaians have headed to the polls in a presidential election after a ...The Guardian - 6d -
Australia close in on Test victory after Head hundred
Australia's bowlers back up a majestic century from Travis Head on his home ground to put themselves in a strong position to win the second Test against India.BBC News - 6d -
'Hometown hero' Head reaches century
Watch the moment "hometown hero" Travis Head reaches his eighth Test century for Australia in the second Test against India in Adelaide.BBC News - 6d -
Inside a High-Stakes U.S.-China Prisoner Swap
A Stanford student and a Uyghur activist are among those who waged a long battle to get attention from Washington for family members jailed in China.The Wall Street Journal - 6d -
Manslaughter charge dismissed in Daniel Penny trial, jury to consider homicide charge
The jury was 'unable to come to a unanimous vote' on Daniel Penny's manslaughter charge over the subway chokehold death of Jordan Neely.ABC News - 6d -
A House Where Every Republican Will Be in Charge
And you thought this congressional term was a little nuts?The New York Times - 6d -
Catholic nun arrested for bringing mafia messages to prisoners
An Italian nun was arrested Thursday as part of a long investigation that led to the arrests of 25 suspects and the seizure of over 1,800,000 euros.CBS News - 6d -
Former national security officials urge caution on Gabbard
A group of nearly 100 former national security officials urged the Senate to “carefully scrutinize” former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (Hawaii), President-elect Trump’s nominee to serve as director of ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
The Witcher's Gwent Card Game Is Heading To The Real World
The world of The Witcher is full of monsters, madmen, and mages, but when Geralt isn't on the trail of any of those, the man knows how to wind down with a game of Gwent. The two-player card game ...GameSpot - Dec. 6 -
Blackpool assistant Agnew charged with misconduct
Blackpool assistant manager Steve Agnew is charged with misconduct by The FA after being red-carded in his side's win at Shrewsbury Town.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6 -
Moment former Syrian president's statue toppled in Hama
Rebels say they have taken full control of a second major city, after the military withdrew its troops.BBC News - Dec. 6 -
Trump picks former senator Perdue for ambassador to China
President-elect says candidate’s international business career will help build relations with BeijingFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
US shuts down prisons amid scrutiny over sexual abuse and crisis of suicides
Bureau of Prisons closes California facility and suspends operations at six others as rights activists call for clemency. The US Bureau of Prisons (BoP) announced on Thursday it was permanently ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
Former US officials alarmed over Tulsi Gabbard’s alleged ‘sympathy for dictators’
Officials blast Trump’s national intelligence director pick for lack of experience and embracing conspiracy theories. Conspiracy theories and cosying up to dictators: why intelligence experts are ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
Universal Plug-and-Charge for EV Charging Stations Is Set to Launch in 2025
Next year, you won’t need to download yet another app to use an EV charger from an unfamiliar brand. Most of the major EV makers and charging networks are on board.Wired - Dec. 5 -
Fresno State hires USC assistant and former NDSU head coach Matt Entz
Entz led NDSU to two FCS titles in five seasons.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Former Red Wings Forward Continues Big Decline
This former Detroit Red Wings forward has declined since he left the franchise.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Legendary Medellin cartel drug lord released from US prison after serving 25 years
One of Colombia’s legendary drug lords and a key operator of the Medellin cocaine cartel has been released from a federal prison in the U.S. and is expected to be deported back homeABC News - Dec. 4 -
Trump names Billy Long as IRS head
President-elect Donald Trump said he would nominate Rep. Billy Long (R-Miss.) to serve as the Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in a Wednesday post on Truth Social. “I am pleased ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Iranian Nobel Laureate Released From Prison for 21 Days on Medical Grounds
The temporary suspension of Narges Mohammadi’s sentence comes amid an intensified crackdown on women’s freedoms in Iran.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 4 -
What Two Decades in Prison Have Taught Me About Regret
I am surrounded by men who live with regret. And that regret is an incarceration every bit as real as the towering walls around us.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Mexico's Senate votes to charge cruise ship passengers $42 per head for port calls
Mexico's Senate has voted to charge cruise ship passengers $42 per head for port calls, drawing sharp criticism from the tourism industryABC News - Dec. 4 -
Iran Releases Narges Mohammadi, Nobel Laureate, From Prison for 21 Days
The activist, whose health has deteriorated, had bone surgery last month. She was just 19 when Iran’s morality police detained her.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
UN human rights expert raises concerns about US charges against climate protesters
Mary Lawlor criticizes US’s failure to respond to concerns after Alex Connon and John Mark Rozendaal charges. A leading UN human rights expert has expressed dismay after the US government failed to ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Letby interviewed in prison over more baby deaths
The serial killer nurse has been interviewed over more deaths and collapses at two hospitals.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
NGOs demand investigation into the prison death of a Cuban protester
Non-governmental organizations monitoring Cuban prisons are demanding an investigation into the death of a man imprisoned since 2021 after being arrested for participating in historic protests ...ABC News - Dec. 3 -
B.C. Lions name former quarterback Buck Pierce as head coach
VANCOUVER — The B.C. Lions have named Buck Pierce as their new head coach.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
NGOs demand investigation into the prison death of a Cuban protester
HAVANA (AP) — Non-governmental organizations monitoring Cuban prisons demanded an investigation Tuesday into the death of a man imprisoned since 2021 after being arrested for participating in ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
Pro skateboarder charged with drunk driving
Kader Sylla, a 22-year-old professional skateboarder who has competed in the X Games was charged with drunkenly driving his Porsche the wrong way in Manhattan.ABC News - Dec. 3 -
49ers RBs McCaffrey, Mason both headed to IR
49ers running backs Christian McCaffrey and Jordan Mason are both headed to injured reserve.ESPN - Dec. 3 -
FAU makes Kittley youngest head coach in FBS
Florida Atlantic has hired Texas Tech offensive coordinator Zach Kittley, 33, as its next head coach, the school announced Monday.ESPN - Dec. 3 -
New Yorkers braced for congestion charge
The city’s drivers are facing the spectre of paying to use the roads of lower ManhattanFinancial Times - Dec. 2
