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Boy forced onto girls' basketball team sparks outrage

An Arizona high school faces backlash after compelling a 14-year-old boy to join the girls' basketball roster, igniting fierce debate about fairness in school sports and raising questions about institutional policy-making.

Arizona Moving Truck Crash Sparks Major Motorway Fire

Emergency services rushed to a devastating multi-vehicle pileup involving a moving truck on Interstate 10 in Arizona, leaving several cars destroyed by fire and multiple people hospitalised with injuries.

Toxic Toad Population Explodes in Arizona

Phoenix authorities warn residents about dangerous psychedelic secretions from multiplying Sonoran desert toads as monsoon season creates perfect breeding conditions.

Australian faces death penalty in Bali murder case

An Australian national has been charged with murder in Bali after his girlfriend's body was discovered stuffed inside a suitcase, potentially facing execution under Indonesia's strict laws.

Australians face death penalty in Bali murder case

Three Australian nationals could face firing squad execution in Bali after being charged with premeditated murder following a violent incident at a luxury villa. Indonesian prosecutors confirm capital punishment is being sought.

Florida executes Samuel Smithers for 1996 murder

The state of Florida has carried out the execution of Deacon Samuel Smithers for the brutal 1996 murder of escort Angela Crowley. Discover the chilling details of his final hours and the victim's family's long-awaited justice.

Florida and Texas lead US execution surge

American states accelerate death penalty executions with Florida and Texas at the forefront, while Donald Trump advocates for expanded capital punishment.

Maricopa County Deputy Fired Over Racist Texts

A deputy sheriff in Arizona's Maricopa County has been dismissed after an internal investigation uncovered racist text messages, reigniting concerns about discriminatory practices within the controversial law enforcement agency.

Supreme Court halts Texas execution in SBS case

The US Supreme Court has granted a last-minute stay of execution for Robert Roberson, a Texas man convicted of killing his daughter based on disputed Shaken Baby Syndrome evidence. The case highlights growing scientific debate about the controversial diag

Australian businessman faces execution in China

Exclusive: Former actor turned health executive Karm Gilespie awaits execution in China after being convicted for smuggling 15kg of methamphetamine. Discover the mysterious circumstances and diplomatic efforts to save him.

South Carolina Court Allows Lethal Injection Executions

In a groundbreaking decision, South Carolina's highest court has authorised the state to proceed with lethal injection executions, dismissing claims of 'torturous' suffering in a ruling that could restart the state's capital punishment programme.

Tunisia upholds death penalty for Facebook post

A Tunisian appeals court has upheld a death sentence against a man for a Facebook post, raising serious concerns about digital rights and freedom of expression in the North African nation.

China sentences 11 to death in Myanmar fraud case

A Chinese court has sentenced eleven individuals to death for operating massive online scam networks from Myanmar, targeting thousands of victims in sophisticated financial fraud operations worth millions.

Texas executes Geoffrey West for 1998 murder

Geoffrey West has been executed in Texas for the 1998 murder of Margaret Berry. His final appeal to the Supreme Court was denied, marking the state's third execution this year.

Prosecutors drop death penalty in mafia murder case

Prosecutors abruptly drop death penalty against alleged mafia associate Luigi Mangione in high-profile Tampa murder case, citing lack of evidence. Former AG Pam Bondi and NY Mayor Eric Adams involved.

US Supreme Court Abolishes Death Penalty in Landmark Ruling

In a landmark decision, the US Supreme Court has abolished the death penalty, a move championed by lawyers for death row inmate Luigi Mangione. The ruling, citing 'cruel and unusual punishment,' marks a seismic shift in American justice.

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