Biden to sign executive order moving prosecution of military sexual assault outside chain of command
President Joe Biden will sign an executive order Friday amending the Uniform Code of Military Justice by transferring key decision-making authorities outside the military chain of command in cases of sexual assault, domestic violence, child abuse, murder and other serious crimes.
2023-07-28 17:15
Singapore executes woman on drugs charge for the first time in 20 years
Sir Richard Branson and activists have argued that capital punishment is not a deterrent against crime.
2023-07-28 11:47
Are scorching temperatures taking a toll on your life?
People across the United States are facing scorching temperatures during the planet's hottest July on record so far.
2023-07-28 06:16
Silo blast in southern Brazil kills at least eight, one missing
By Leonardo Benassatto and Ana Mano SAO PAULO (Reuters) -At least eight people have died, one was missing and nearly
2023-07-28 03:46
5 Palm Beach County school employees arrested for alleged failure to report student's sexual assault
Five Florida school system employees were arrested and charged with failure to report suspected child abuse after being made aware of the alleged sexual assault of a 15-year-old student in 2021, according to criminal complaints in the case.
2023-07-28 02:56
Sweden's Quran burnings put freedom of expression law to test
The security service says Sweden's image has been harmed abroad and security at home has worsened.
2023-07-27 22:27
Xi Protege’s Sudden Removal Adds to Rough Start for Third Term
The sudden ouster of Xi Jinping’s handpicked foreign minister is the latest example of how the Chinese president’s
2023-07-27 14:47
Niger Soldiers Claim Military Coup After President Is Detained
Soldiers in Niger claimed to have seized control of the West African nation after President Mohamed Bazoum was
2023-07-27 14:28
Singapore to execute first woman on drugs charge for the first time in 20 years
Sir Richard Branson and activists have called on authorities to spare Saridewi Djamani.
2023-07-27 13:58
Ukrainian host family in Somerset forge 'life-long friendship'
A couple share their hosting experience as part of an appeal for new host families to come forward.
2023-07-27 13:56
Justice Department seeks preliminary injunction in case against Texas over floating barriers in Rio Grande
The Justice Department is seeking a preliminary injunction in its case against Texas over its use of floating barriers in the Rio Grande, according to a Wednesday court filing, in an attempt to put the case on a fast track.
2023-07-27 06:46
US lawmaker Greg Casar ends thirst strike after nine hours
Greg Casar calls off his protest over a law to end some protections for outdoor workers in Texas.
2023-07-27 05:50