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Migrants ‘drugged and beaten’ at privately run Italian detention centres
Council of Europe urges action on ‘disturbing’ conditions including broad distribution of unprescribed tranquilisers at one siteFinancial Times - 8h -
Argentina’s president Javier Milei given Italian citizenship, sparking outrage
Some angry that politician with Italian roots easily obtained citizenship while on trip to meet PM Giorgia Meloni. Italy ’s government has granted citizenship to Argentina’s president, Javier ...The Guardian - 8h -
Europe's anti-torture watchdog slams Italy over migrant detention abuses
The Council of Europe anti-torture committee has criticized Italy’s treatment of migrants in local detention centersABC News - 8h -
Health Protections for Migrant Children in Custody Are Set to Expire
A 2022 legal settlement established requirements to protect the health of minors detained at segments of the southern border. It ends nine days after Donald Trump takes office.The New York Times - 14h -
Remembering David Bonderman, a Private Equity Pioneer
A former lawyer, he cofounded the giant investment firm TPG and became known for complex deals that remade corporate America. He died on Wednesday at 82.The New York Times - 1d -
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American who says he crossed into Syria on foot is free after 7 months in detention
An American who turned up in Syria says he was detained after crossing into the country on foot seven months ago on a Christian pilgrimageABC News - 1d -
American freed after 7 months detention in Syria
An American citizen detained in Syria was freed on Thursday after rebels overtook the city of Damascus, toppling the rule of President Bashar Assad and releasing thousands from imprisonment ...The Hill - 1d -
🎥 This Premier League Goal of the Month contest will never be beaten 💥
It takes something special to make it into the Premier League's Goal of the Month shortlist but December 2006 remains the benchmark for sheer quality.At the height of the 'Barclays man' era, the ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
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Germany's one million Syrians at centre of fierce debate over their future
Some politicians question the future of Syrian refugees, with migration the big issue in February elections.BBC News - 3d -
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Running Spies Is Not a Game for Amateurs
Will Trump be satisfied with servile leadership, or is he seeking to dismantle the system and make agencies responsive to his demands?The New York Times - 4d -
Welcome to Premier League’s new world order with Cucurella centre stage | Barney Ronay
While Cole Palmer brings brain, craft and invention, his Spanish teammate offers spirit and Main Character Energy. With 61 minutes gone at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, as Cole Palmer buried his ...The Guardian - 5d -
Drugs seized and arrests made in police crackdown
Police say they are determined to create a "hostile environment" for drug dealers in the county.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Philadelphians channel their inner Italian Stallion at Rocky and Adrian look-alike contest
Couples who look awkward on skates have gotten a chance to celebrate their cute clumsiness in a Rocky and Adrian look-alike contest at Philadelphia’s RockyFestABC News - 6d -
Will Trump seek detente with Venezuela in return for border security?
The Trump administration is considering a double-sided détente with Venezuela to increase energy imports and stem migratory flows to the Southern border, with the oil industry and financiers ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
Migrant crossings at points of entry reach new levels
More immigrants entered the U.S.through points of entry than in between them in November for the first time in historyThe Hill - Dec. 6 -
U.S. drug store closures create pharmacy deserts
The closures of both independent and big chain drug stores across the U.S. has become a trend that is having a serious impact on health care. Mark Strassmann examines what is behind the change and ...CBS News - Dec. 5 -
Italian police arrest nun over links to mafia
The sister, a volunteer in a prison, is accused of ferrying messages to convicted 'Ndrangheta members.BBC News - Dec. 5 -
Bahamas rejects Trump proposal to take in deported migrants
President-elect reportedly plans to send people to countries they have no ties to as part of his attack on immigration . How would Donald Trump carry out his mass deportation scheme? The ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
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Italian nun arrested over links to powerful mafia network
The nun is alleged to have been the conduit between the gang and its associates in prison. A nun was among 25 people arrested in Italy on suspicion of being part of a criminal gang with links to ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
Italian Sentenced in Killing of Ex-Girlfriend, Giulia Cecchettin
The killing ignited national outrage and provoked calls for stronger measures to protect women.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Trump taps billionaire private astronaut Jared Isaacman as next NASA chief
Jared Isaacman is an entrepreneur and veteran private astronaut with strong ties to Elon Musk and his rocket company SpaceX.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Billionaire who performed the first private spacewalk is Trump's pick to lead NASA
President-elect Donald Trump has tapped a tech billionaire who performed the first private spacewalk to lead NASAABC News - Dec. 4 -
Trump nominates Jared Isaacman, private astronaut and Shift4 CEO, for NASA chief
President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday nominated Jared Isaacman to be NASA Administrator.CNBC - Dec. 4 -
Investigation finds inconsistencies in number of migrant deaths in Arizona
A study examined discrepancies between the numbers of migrant deaths reported by county and federal agencies, neither of which reflect remains that haven't been recovered.NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Italian prosecutors issue arrest warrant for Signa’s René Benko
Nine people under house arrest or being sought for suspected malfeasance linked to property sectorFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Private payrolls grew by 146,000 in November, less than expected, ADP says
Companies added 146,000 jobs on the month, below the downwardly revised 184,000 in October and less than the Dow Jones estimate for 163,000.CNBC - Dec. 4 -
BlackRock Acquires HPS, a Major Lender of Private Credit
The world’s largest investor is buying HPS, a major provider of private credit, for $12 billion.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
AC Milan and Bologna reach Italian Cup quarterfinals with convincing wins
MILAN (AP) — AC Milan and Bologna advanced to the Italian Cup quarterfinals with convincing victories on Tuesday.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
How Private Funds Could Hurt Americans Under Trump
The fund managers who backed Donald Trump’s candidacy have welcomed his victory with calls for new directions in policy.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Two drug arrests after Belfast nightclub death
Chloe Ferris, who was in her 20s, died at Lux in the early hours of Sunday morning.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
SpaceX’s $350 billion private valuation signals an IPO is off the table for now
Elon Musk’s space business is part of a trend of companies staying private, as its private-market valuation jumps by more than $100 billion with a proposed sale of shares.MarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
BlackRock expanding in private credit, buys HPS Investment Partners for $12 billion
The deal, which is expected to close in mid-2025, comes during a boom for the private credit space.CNBC - Dec. 3 -
Trump threat and mounting dangers in Mexico drive migrant rush towards US
People waiting in Tapachula by Guatemala border fear Trump’s election could worsen crisis and spur northward flight. Outside the migration office, Tito subtly pointed out the watchful human ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Van Dijk 'the best ever'? Rank great Premier League centre-backs
Where does Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk rank amongst the best Premier League centre-backs ever?BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Migrants brought to UK from remote military island
Their journey to the UK marks the end of years of complex legal battles.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
FT readers: your favourite off-the-beaten-track eateries and bars in Venice
Top tips on authentic places to dine and drink in La SerenissimaFinancial Times - Dec. 3
