Tag: charges
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Husband of Gisèle Pelicot Sentenced to 20 Years in Mass Rape Trial Convicting 51 Men
In a landmark ruling, the husband of Gisèle Pelicot has been sentenced to 20 years in prison in connection with a mass rape trial that found 51 men guilty. The case, which has captivated public attention, centers on harrowing events that have sparked widespread discussion about justice and accountability. The British Broadcasting Corporation is a…
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South African Prosecutors Drop Charges Against Ramaphosa in ‘Farmgate’ Scandal
South African prosecutors have made the decision not to charge President Cyril Ramaphosa in connection with the ‘Farmgate’ scandal. This controversy centered around the theft of a significant amount of foreign currency from the President’s farm. The case has attracted widespread attention, prompting investigations into the circumstances surrounding the theft and the legality of the…
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Grenfell Tower Inquiry Condemns Failures at Every Level, Calls Deaths “Avoidable”
A newly released report on the Grenfell Tower fire, which resulted in 72 deaths and numerous injuries, has concluded that the tragedy was the consequence of widespread failures by governments, companies, and authorities over many years. Described as a result of incompetence, dishonesty, and greed, the report emphasizes that all of the deaths were avoidable.…
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Andrew Tate Questioned by Romanian Police on New Allegations Including Sex with Minor and Money Laundering
Andrew Tate, a well-known social media personality, was taken in by Romanian police for questioning following a raid on his home in Bucharest, amid new allegations including sex with a minor and money laundering. Tate, who has previously been charged with rape and human trafficking, denies all allegations. The police operation involved searching three additional…
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US Supreme Court Rules Trump Has Limited Immunity for Official Presidential Acts, Impacting Pending Trials
The US Supreme Court has ruled that former President Donald Trump has some immunity from prosecution for actions taken within the scope of his official duties while in office. This landmark decision, which delineates between official and non-official acts, may complicate and potentially delay the ongoing criminal cases against him, including those related to his…
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Andrew Tate Awaits Extradition to UK on Allegations of Rape and Human Trafficking
The Romanian court has ruled that social media influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan can be extradited to the UK where they face allegations of rape and human trafficking. The Tates, who deny the charges, have been allowed to return home while awaiting trial. British police are conducting serious investigations into the allegations, and…
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Trump and Biden Lead Super Tuesday, Setting Stage for 2024 Election Rematch
The recent Super Tuesday primaries have paved the way for a likely repeat of the 2020 US presidential election, with both Donald Trump and Joe Biden dominating their respective party contests. Trump, despite facing criminal indictments, has emerged as an almost unstoppable force within the Republican Party, while Nikki Haley’s surprise victory in Vermont was…
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Alec Baldwin Charged with Involuntary Manslaughter in Fatal Film Set Shooting Incident
Alec Baldwin has been charged with involuntary manslaughter following the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of the film “Rust.” Despite Baldwin maintaining he did not pull the trigger, a new forensic report led to a grand jury concluding he should face trial. The film’s armorer, Hannah Gutierrez Reed, is facing the…