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After spending two decades in prison for the alleged murder of her four children, Kathleen Folbigg, once dubbed “Australia’s worst mother,” has had her convictions formally quashed by the New South Wales (NSW) Court of Criminal Appeal. This follows a landmark Special Commission of Inquiry that found reasonable doubt over her guilt and her subsequent…
Four cabinet ministers resigned on Thursday in the wake of a fundraising scandal engulfing the ruling party’s largest faction. The scandal, involving allegations of kickbacks totaling 500 million yen ($3.4 million), has shaken the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and further eroded Kishida’s already dwindling public support. The ministers stepping down include Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu…
Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a comprehensive year-end news conference, reaffirmed Moscow’s resolute pursuit of goals in Ukraine, stating emphatically that peace would remain elusive until objectives of “de-Nazification, de-militarization, and a neutral status” are achieved. “There will be peace when we will achieve our goals,” Putin said The address, notable for its rare insights…
Vote means investigation is likely to extend well into 2024 when Biden will be running for reelection, probably against Donald Trump
The United States finds itself entangled in a pressing dilemma over providing crucial aid to Ukraine, with the nation’s fight against Russia’s invasion hanging in the balance. President Joe Biden, joined by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, delivered a resolute promise of support but simultaneously announced a significant delay in Congress over a proposed $200 million…
Thai activist-turned-lawmaker Rukchanok Srinork has been sentenced to six years in prison for alleged insults against the monarchy on social media. The ruling comes amid growing concerns over the enforcement of Thailand’s strict lese-majeste laws. Rukchanok, 29, a parliamentarian with the progressive Move Forward Party, faced charges related to two social media posts made in…
The United Nations General Assembly has overwhelmingly voted in favor of a non-binding resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in the war-torn Gaza Strip. The resolution received support from 153 member states, with 23 abstaining and 10, including the United States and Israel, voting against it. This resolution follows the recent veto by the United…
Delegates at the United Nations COP28 climate talks in Dubai have achieved a groundbreaking deal, marking a historic moment as nations commit to transitioning away from fossil fuels to combat the adverse effects of climate change. The agreement, adopted on Wednesday, signifies a pivotal shift in how the world is powered, although concerns linger regarding…
In a candid address to donors, US President Joe Biden expressed concern over Israel’s “indiscriminate bombing” in its conflict with Hamas, warning that such actions risked losing international support. Biden emphasized the importance of balancing Israel’s security needs with the safety of innocent Palestinians, highlighting a shift in global sentiment. The president urged Israeli Prime…
The Turkish Football Organization (TFF) has suspended all associations on a “evening of disgrace” for the country’s football after Ankaragucu’s leader Faruk Koca hit the ref right upside the head toward the finish of their Super Lig home match against Rizespor. Koca entered the field and hit ref Halil Umut Meler when the last whistle…
