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The alarming detention of the Turkish president’s rival
Move against Istanbul mayor brings fears of authoritarian slide by ErdoğanFinancial Times - 2d -
Erdogan condemns Turkey protests as dozens arrested
Police arrested Istanbul's mayor, a key opposition figure, on Wednesday, sparking protests.BBC News - 1h -
Police investigate MP Rupert Lowe over alleged threats
The Great Yarmouth MP is accused of making "verbal threats" against Reform UK's chairman.BBC News - Mar. 11 -
US colleges warned of ‘enforcement actions’ over antisemitism allegations
Warning comes after cancellation of $400m in funding to Columbia and detention of student activist Mahmoud Khalil. The US education department’s civil rights office issued warnings on Monday to ...The Guardian - Mar. 11 -
2 more Louisiana fraternity members arrested in alleged hazing death
Baton Rouge police on Tuesday announced the arrests of 25-year-old Kyle Thurman and 28-year-old Isaiah Smith. They were both charged with criminal hazing.CBS News - Mar. 11 -
2 more suspects arrested after student dies in alleged hazing incident
Two men were arrested this week on charges of criminal hazing, a felony, the Baton Rouge Police Department said Tuesday.ABC News - Mar. 11 -
How AppLovin’s Meteoric Rise Led to an Allegation of Ad Fraud
It was the fastest-growing tech stock in 2024. Then came two reports—and the market started loving it less.Inc. - Mar. 11 -
Attorney of man charged in alleged college hazing incident discusses case
Three people are facing felony criminal hazing charges in the death of 20-year-old Caleb Wilson, who was a sophomore at Southern University in Baton Rouge. An attorney for one of the men charged ...CBS News - Mar. 13 -
Los Angeles hardcore band Zulu parts with singer after abuse allegations
"Other members of Zulu have separated ourselves from Anaiah and will no longer be working with or performing with him in any capacity," the band wrote in response.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 13 -
8 alleged "GoodFellas" gang members, associates charged with violent crimes
The Department of Justice referred to the "GoodFellas" as a "violent gang" that recruits from the Atlanta area.CBS News - Mar. 14 -
Mace sued for defamation over allegations in stunning floor speech
A man Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) accused of being part of a group of “predators” in a stunning House floor speech is suing her for defamation. The complaint, filed Friday in federal court, sets up a ...The Hill - Mar. 14 -
Albanian opposition protests TikTok ban alleging censorship ahead of election
Albania’s opposition has protested the left-wing government’s decision to shut down TikTok, calling the move censorship ahead of May 11 parliamentary electionsABC News - 6d -
Due process concerns for immigrants deported for alleged gang membership
More than 130 Venezuelan migrants were expelled from the U.S. under the 227-year-old "Alien Enemies Act." A federal judge tried to block it, but the White House says the planes carrying them had ...CBS News - 3d -
Former Texas pastor surrenders to authorities for alleged child sex crimes
A former pastor of a Texas megachurch has surrendered to authorities in Oklahoma after being charged with five counts of lewd or indecent acts with a child. NBC News' Antonia Hylton has the details ...NBC News - 3d -
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Psychologists in touch with Antarctic base after assault allegation, South Africa confirms
Ministers also investigating sexual harassment claim at country’s isolated Sanae IV research station. Psychologists are in “constant” contact with a South African science team isolated for months ...The Guardian - 2d -
Google finds 10,000 fake listings on Google Maps, sues alleged scammers
A small business owner flagged a possible impersonator on Google Maps. Google's investigation found it was just the tip of the iceberg.CBS News - 2d -
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Hazing allegations shuttered Lisbon football. The school says it's ready to play again.
Mar. 20—A Maine Principals' Association committee on Thursday will review, and likely rule on, Lisbon High School's appeal to have its varsity football team reinstated without penalty this fall. ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Prosecutor probing alleged cartel killing site vows "truth will come out"
Charred bones and hundreds of articles of clothing and other personal effects were found at a location dubbed by local media as the "ranch of horror."CBS News - 1d -
West Papuan Indigenous people call for KitKat boycott over alleged ecocide
Thousands of acres of rainforest is being cleared to produce palm oil, used in popular Nestlé and Mondelēz brands. West Papua’s Indigenous people have called for a boycott of KitKat, Smarties and ...The Guardian - 1d -
'Incredibly troublesome': Judge grills DOJ over alleged gang member deportations
Lawyers with the DOJ returned to court Friday afternoon to defend the deportation of more than two hundred Venezuelan migrants under the Alien Enemies Act.ABC News - 1h -
Jury orders ex-NFL player Le'Veon Bell to pay $25 million in damages in sexual abuse case
Bell denied these allegations through his attorneyCBS Sports - 6d -
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15 people detained over deadly nightclub fire in North Macedonia
Authorities say an initial investigation into the Club Pulse fire that killed dozens of young revelers in North Macedonia suggests "bribery and corruption" could be behind the tragedy.CBS News - 4d -
West Virginia’s governor is latest politician to look deeply unserious after NCAA postseason snub
West Virginia governor Patrick Morrisey wants to root out corruption at the NCAA. But mostly he wants his constituents to cheer him on.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Caruso comes out against Bass recall effort in Los Angeles
Los Angeles businessman and former mayoral candidate Rick Caruso came out against the recall effort against his former opponent Mayor Karen Bass (D) on Tuesday, saying the city needs “unity” ...The Hill - 3d -
Fellow Democrats tear into Eric Adams on Capitol Hill
The New York mayor faced attacks from the left and center — and praise from Republicans.Politico - Mar. 5 -
Andy Burnham pushes for £200mn in government funding for Old Trafford regeneration
Mayor makes case for state support for development plans around Manchester United’s new stadiumFinancial Times - Mar. 13 -
Council honors Kent Tuscarawas women's volleyball team for winning national championship
In his proclamation, Mayor Joel Day said the team had "set a new standard for excellence."Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Erdoğan’s main rival risks ban from Turkish vote after degree annulled
Popular Istanbul mayor faces potential disqualification from elections amid crackdown on oppositionFinancial Times - 3d -
Sadiq Khan says residents must not ‘dictate’ Oxford Street decision
London mayor willing to take the ‘flak’ from locals who want to block pedestrianisationFinancial Times - 2d -
Turkish police detain Erdoğan’s main political rival
Lira and stocks fall as Istanbul’s mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, a key challenger to president, heldFinancial Times - 2d -
Hold My Snacks: Pirate’s Booty Founder Attempts a Seaside Coup
A snack food magnate declared himself mayor of the Village of Sea Cliff, on Long Island. The voters said otherwise.The New York Times - 2d -
Erdoğan’s move against main rival plunges Turkey into crisis
Politicians and investors say arrest of Istanbul mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu marks dangerous turning point in authoritarian slideFinancial Times - 1d -
Boston’s White Stadium, Future Home of NWSL Team, at Center of Legal Fight
The efforts to bring professional woman’s soccer to Boston is pitting Mayor Michelle Wu against the Krafts of New England Patriots fame.The New York Times - 1d -
Turkey detains 37 in escalating crackdown on opposition to Erdoğan
Hundreds more sought by authorities as they move to stifle dissent over arrest of popular Istanbul mayorFinancial Times - 1d -
Purdue star Trey Kaufman-Renn alleges racist comments made by Illinois fans toward 13-year-old brother
Purdue is reportedly planning to file a report to the Big Ten over the incidentCBS Sports - Mar. 8 -
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 -
Ex-Facebook employee alleges sexual harassment and human rights failures in new memoir
The book by Sarah Wynn-Williams, a former New Zealand diplomat, addresses Facebook’s impact on democracy during a crucial period in its history.NBC News - Mar. 10
