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Two men convicted in Iranian plot to kill U.S.-based critic
Two men have been convicted of murder-for-hire as part of an Iranian government plot to silence a critic in the United States, federal prosecutors said Friday.NBC News - 5d -
Two men convicted of murder-for-hire plot against Iranian American journalist in New York
Masih Alinejad had incurred the wrath of Tehran by campaigning for Iranian women to reject strict dress codes. Two men have been found guilty of plotting to assassinate the Iranian American ...The Guardian - Mar. 20 -
Jury to hear from Iranian dissident who was allegedly target of murder-for-hire plot
Journalist and Iranian dissident Masih Alinejad will testify in Manhattan Tuesday in the trial of two men implicated in a murder-for-hire plot against her. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman ...CBS News - Mar. 18 -
2 convicted in plot to kill Iranian journalist Masih Alinejad
A jury has found two men guilty of trying to kill Iranian dissident Masih Alinejad, who works as a journalist and lives in New York City.CBS News - Mar. 20 -
A garden of sunflowers … and an AK-47: Iranian murder plot comes to Brooklyn
The trial of two Russian mobsters for a murder-for-hire scheme targeting the women’s rights activist Masih Alinejad revealed incongruous, and chilling, details. Masih Alinejad had just finished ...The Guardian - 5d -
How the Iranian regime targeted a dissident with help from the Russian mob
Masih Alinejad, a prominent critic of the regime, is a leader of the movement to free Iranian women from the compulsory hijab and has drawn the ire of Iran's Supreme Leader.CBS News - 2d -
Iranian singer who urged women to go without hijab is lashed over alcohol conviction
Iranian officials have flogged a popular singer who posted a song online urging women to remove their mandatory headscarves over a conviction for possessing and consuming alcoholABC News - Mar. 7 -
How an iPad dug up from the Thames solved museum thieves' murder plot
Police were able to use the iPad as key evidence in a trial of three men who plotted to murder a cage fighter.BBC News - 2d -
Iranian leader rejects Trump’s push for nuclear talks
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei rejected President Trump’s push for nuclear deal talks between the two nations, arguing the initiative is only a gateway for Washington to impose new ...The Hill - Mar. 8 -
How a Russian Mobster Stalked an Iranian Dissident in Brooklyn
Khalid Mehdiyev was sent to America to establish a beachhead for his gang. The organization then gave him a mission: Kill Masih Alinejad.The New York Times - Mar. 14 -
Monday Briefing: U.S. Deports Hundreds in Face of a Court Order
Plus, shadows light up Iranian history.The New York Times - Mar. 16 -
Sydney caravan a ‘fake terrorism plot’ and antisemitic attacks a scheme to divert police resources, authorities allege
‘The caravan plot was an elaborate scheme contrived by organised criminals domestically and from offshore,’ AFP deputy commissioner Krissy Barrett says. Get our breaking news email , free app ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
Trump's Jan. 6 pardon doesn't cover rioter's plot to kill FBI agents, judge rules
President Donald Trump’s sweeping pardon of participants in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot does not extend to the separate crimes of one rioter who plotted to murder the law enforcement agents who ...NBC News - Mar. 10 -
Trial Set for Men Accused of Targeting Iranian Dissident in New York
Prosecutors say the men helped direct a murder-for-hire scheme aimed at Masih Alinejad. The trial is expected to show Iran’s efforts to punish those who criticize it, no matter where they are.The New York Times - Mar. 10 -
Donald Trump imposes sanctions on Chinese companies over Iranian oil shipments
Measures from the US Treasury department are latest salvo in a ‘maximum pressure’ campaign on TehranFinancial Times - Mar. 20 -
Museum burglars guilty of cage fighter murder plot
Paul Allen was shot twice while standing in his kitchen in east London in an "assassination attempt".BBC News - 3d -
"Ghosts" star Rebecca Wisocky on her character's plot twist, show's success
Rebecca Wisocky, star of the hit CBS comedy "Ghosts," said she was surprised to hear her character would have Irish heritage despite predicting it.CBS News - Mar. 12 -
Euro giants plot summer move for “outstanding” Arsenal mainstay
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone wants to bring Thomas Partey back to the club.Atletico Madrid have been a force to reckon with all season but they suffered a massive blow as rivals Real ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
Eddie Howe is plotting a Newcastle dynasty and it starts with three major targets
The Englishman has made himself a hero on Tyneside but must act now to turn Newcastle into serial trophy contendersYahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Luton triple-murderer wanted to gain notoriety with school plot, court hears
Nicholas Prosper, 19, planned to kill 30 pupils and two teachers after shooting his mother, brother and sister dead. A 19-year-old man who shot dead his mother and two younger siblings had planned ...The Guardian - Mar. 18 -
Failed candidate found guilty in shooting plot against New Mexico Democrats
A failed Republican candidate was found guilty Wednesday of hiring people to shoot at the homes of local Democratic leaders after he lost an election for the New Mexico House of Representatives, ...NBC News - Mar. 20 -
PSG plotting ultimate payback on Real Madrid after Kylian Mbappe transfer
Kylian Mbappe’s transfer to Real Madrid worked out exactly per the dream scenario Florentino Perez had in mind.Exactly as planned by the club president, Mbappe held off contract renewal talks with ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20 -
Barcelona plot shock Lionel Messi return after Inter Miami hint
Barcelona are reportedly considering a sensational move to bring Lionel Messi back to the club but not until 2026.La Blaugrana have been regularly linked with putting together a plan to re-sign ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20 -
Republican Ex-Candidate Is Convicted in Shooting Plot Targeting New Mexico Democrats
Solomon Peña, who lost an election for a statehouse seat in 2022, was convicted on all 13 counts.The New York Times - Mar. 20 -
Austria says it has uncovered Russian plot linked to Wirecard’s Marsalek
Bulgarian national arrested in Vienna is under investigation for spying in operation with links to former Wirecard COOFinancial Times - 3d -
Exclusive: Man United plotting move for 24-year-old German midfielder
Sources from Caught Offside reveal that Manchester United are closely monitoring Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha.The young player, who has enjoyed a strong resurgence this season, has ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Brazil’s Bolsonaro to stand trial over alleged coup plot
Hard-right populist denies claims he sought to prevent leftwing rival Lula taking officeFinancial Times - 1d -
The Persians — Sanam Mahloudji’s moving, madcap saga of women in exile
A relentlessly entertaining exploration of Iranian-American immigrant life, longlisted for the Women’s Prize for FictionFinancial Times - Mar. 11 -
Iran using drones and apps to enforce women's dress code, UN says
Iranian officials are encouraging people to report women who refuse to obey the Islamic republic's dress code, according to a UN report.BBC News - Mar. 14 -
German Court Convicts Five Over Plot to Kidnap Health Official and Spread Chaos
The defendants, part of a group known as “United Patriots,” aimed to reinstate a 19th-century Constitution by giving power to an all-powerful Kaiser.The New York Times - Mar. 7 -
From a run-down British seaside resort, Russian spies launched honeytraps and espionage plots
The Haydee Guesthouse, with its worn-out carpets and tidy, blue-trimmed Victorian façade, is an unlikely headquarters for Russia-backed high-stakes espionage.NBC News - Mar. 8 -
A Sydney caravan laden with explosives was a ‘fake terrorism plot’. Here’s what we know
Police say they believed soon after the caravan’s discovery in January that it was a ‘con job’, alleging it was fabricated by criminals for personal benefit. Follow our Australia news live blog ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
The trauma plot: how did culture get addicted to tragic backstories? | Diana Reid
Again and again, audiences have been spoon-fed the same story: a character can only be explained by a past trauma, tantalisingly revealed in the last episode. Has the trope reached a tipping ...The Guardian - Mar. 11 -
Tottenham plot summer move for forward who missed 48 games last season
Tottenham Hotspur want to sign the Swedish youth international Roony Bardghji at the end of the season.Tottenham have made significant changes to their transfer policy in recent years. They have ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
Man convicted of plotting 9/11-style attack asks for new lawyers at sentencing
The judge had appointed standby counsel but Cholo Abdi Abdullah, who represented himself during his trial, said he did not want them to represent him at sentencing.ABC News - 3d -
Dave Hyde: Now what? Marlins plot future on dream of baseball salary cap
MIAMI — Thursday was supposed to be a party for the Miami Marlins, an Opening Day to put aside their troubled tomorrow, a sunny afternoon where right-hander Sandy Alcantara pitched for the first ...Yahoo Sports - 40m -
Dave Hyde: Now what? Marlins plot future on dream of baseball salary cap
MIAMI — Thursday was supposed to be a party for the Miami Marlins, an Opening Day to put aside their troubled tomorrow, a sunny afternoon where right-hander Sandy Alcantara pitched for the first ...Yahoo Sports - 40m -
Son of Brazil’s indicted ex-president Bolsonaro lobbies Trump camp
Eduardo Bolsonaro seeks support in Washington as his father faces charges of leading a coup plotFinancial Times - Mar. 9
