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Rashid Khan hits out at Australia's decision to abandon Afghanistan series
The Guardian - 12 Jan 2023 19:03
Rashid threatens to withdraw services from Big Bash League Australia took stand because of Taliban's treatment of women Afghanistan's most popular and successful cricketing export, Rashid Khan, has threatened to withdraw...
School board orders dress code after trans teacher with giant fake breasts sparks protests
New York Post - 12 Jan 2023 16:22
A Canadian school board says it may change its dress code policy following an explosion of complaints received over a high school teacher with giant prosthetic breasts.
Fighters attack UFC head Dana White's lack of punishment for slapping wife
The Guardian - 12 Jan 2023 23:35
UFC's Dana White says he has 'no defense' for slapping wife Former UFC fighters make fun of White's lack of punishment UFC president Dana White took responsibility in a news conference on Wednesday for slapping his wife,...
Ten oligarchs who used 'golden visa' route to UK are on sanctions list
The Guardian - 12 Jan 2023 15:09
Suella Braverman issues ministerial statement after long-awaited review of tier 1 (investor) visa scheme Ten Russia-backed individuals who were put on the UK's sanctions list after the invasion of Ukraine had used a "gol...
Megalodon shark tooth discovered by 9-year-old girl in Maryland
New York Post - 12 Jan 2023 18:35
Molly Sampson, a 9-year-old fossil hunter, found the tooth of a Megalodon while combing a Calvert County beach in Maryland on the Chesapeake Bay.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan to say he can't ignore 'immense' Brexit damage
BBC - 12 Jan 2023 15:33
London mayor's call for closer ties with the EU puts him at odds with the Labour leader on Brexit.
Inside the rapid rise and fall of a 'Squid Game' crypto scam
The Guardian - 12 Jan 2023 11:45
Investors threw millions at a coin themed on the Netflix hit - that never appeared. Find out how in The Squid Scam. Plus: five of the best podcasts about celebrity scandals Don't get Hear Here delivered to your inbox? Si...
Indonesia's President says he regrets country's bloody past as victims demand justice
CNN - 12 Jan 2023 04:46
President Joko Widodo expressed deep regret on Wednesday over gross human rights violations during Indonesia's tumultuous post-colonial past, going back to the mass killing of communists and suspected sympathizers in the...
Video shows Kaylee Goncalves speaking with cops 3 months before Idaho murders
New York Post - 12 Jan 2023 14:28
Slain University of Idaho student Kaylee Goncalves is seen in newly released police video speaking to cops after neighbors complained about noise -- three months before her and her roommates' murders.
'Idiot with a gun' shoots two kids, 6 and 9, on DC bus going home from school
New York Post - 12 Jan 2023 03:01
"An idiot with a gun shot it indiscriminately and shot two children."
Idaho murders: All the 'amateur' mistakes which led cops to arrest Bryan Kohberger
New York Post - 12 Jan 2023 14:17
The alleged University of Idaho murderer was caught by a series of his own missteps showing he's "not the great mastermind he may have thought he was," according to one former FBI Agent.
Driver ejected from race car in scary Chili Bowl crash, officials say he's 'awake and alert'
New York Post - 12 Jan 2023 21:18
Ashton Torgerson was involved in the wreck, and fans watched his car flip several times. The 16-year-old was ejected from the car and was rushed to a hospital.
Russia Replaces Commander for Ukraine War, as Signs of Dissension Grow
The New York Times - 12 Jan 2023 02:26
Allies of President Vladimir V. Putin contradicted each other about battlefield progress, as a war command shake-up put another Kremlin loyalist in charge.
Two Illinois EMTs went to help a man in crisis. Now they're charged with murder.
Boston - 12 Jan 2023 15:42
They face 20 to 60 years in prison if convicted. The post Two Illinois EMTs went to help a man in crisis. Now they’re charged with murder. appeared first on Boston.com.
Special counsel subpoenas, grand jury appearances mount for Trump allies
ABC News - 12 Jan 2023 05:33
Within the last month, multiple associates of former President Trump received new wide-ranging subpoenas from Special Counsel Jack Smith, ABC News has learned.
Todd and Julie Chrisley denied bond pending bank-fraud-conviction appeal, must report to prison
NY Daily News - 12 Jan 2023 21:32
Wealth-flaunting reality television stars Todd and Julie Chrisley have been denied bond while their appeal on tax evasion and bank fraud works its way through the legal system.
Support for leaving EU has fallen significantly across bloc since Brexit
The Guardian - 12 Jan 2023 13:35
People less likely to vote leave in every EU member state for which data was available than in 2016-17, survey finds Support for leaving the EU has dropped significantly, and sometimes dramatically, in member states acro...
'I was alone. Abandoned. With only a hundred million in the bank' - Spare, digested by John Crace
The Guardian - 12 Jan 2023 08:00
Prince Harry's memoir is the UK's fastest-selling nonfiction book ever. Too busy to read it? All the love, rancour, drugs and petty fights are here The sentences were short. Crisp. Like his shirt.
Michigan's Muslim-majority city council approves animal sacrifice for religious purposes
New York Post - 12 Jan 2023 05:17
The Hamtramck City Council, whose members are all Muslims, approved the practice, 3-2, Tuesday.
U.S. Supreme Court allows New York's concealed carry law to remain in effect amid ongoing legal battles
NY Daily News - 12 Jan 2023 02:55
In a brief order, the justices shot down an emergency request from opponents who have filed challenges against the law, arguing it violates their constitutional right to bear arms.
Air Force cadet dies after suffering 'medical emergency' on the way to class
ABC News - 12 Jan 2023 02:40
A U.S. Air Force cadet died after experiencing a "medical emergency" on Monday, the Air Force Academy announced.
Striking New York City nurses reach deal with hospitals
ABC News - 12 Jan 2023 14:53
Two hospitals have reached a tentative agreement with thousands of nurses.