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If Mario McNeill Pleads Guilty, There’s No Trial, No Witnesses, and No Public Airing of the Circumstances Surrounding Shaniya’s Murder

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Shaniya Davis: McNeill Admits He Took The Little Girl From The Trailer Park on The First Day of Trial, and Other News

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Michael Steinhardt, Billionaire, Surrenders $70 Million in Stolen Relics December 7, 2021
The hedge fund pioneer is barred for life from buying more antiquities. He turned over 180 stolen objects that had decorated his homes and office.
Justice Department Closes Emmett Till Investigation Without Charges December 7, 2021
The department said it could not corroborate a book’s claim that a central witness had recanted her statements about Emmett, a Black teenager killed by two white men in 1955.
Dramatic Day Reveals Details About the Parents of a School Shooting Suspect December 6, 2021
After a manhunt and an arraignment, scrutiny of James and Jennifer Crumbley has intensified.
He Never Touched the Murder Weapon. Alabama Sentenced Him to Die. December 5, 2021
Nathaniel Woods was unarmed when three Birmingham police officers were fatally shot by someone else in 2004. But Woods, a Black man, was convicted of capital murder for his role in the deaths of the three white officers.
Justice Department Closes Emmett Till Investigation Without Charges December 7, 2021
The department said it could not corroborate a book’s claim that a central witness had recanted her statements about Emmett, a Black teenager killed by two white men in 1955.
Flooding in Washington Brings Death and Devastation to Dairies December 7, 2021
Near-record flooding in Washington State drowned cattle, demolished homes and damaged equipment. Broken supply chains are making it even harder to recover.
Oxford School Officials Announce Investigation Into Shooting December 6, 2021
For the first time, the school district has given its version of events. In a letter to parents and staff members, it also said it will seek an outside party to conduct an investigation.
He Never Touched the Murder Weapon. Alabama Sentenced Him to Die. December 5, 2021
Nathaniel Woods was unarmed when three Birmingham police officers were fatally shot by someone else in 2004. But Woods, a Black man, was convicted of capital murder for his role in the deaths of the three white officers.

The Guardian, UK

WHO Europe: jab young children to cut Covid risk at Christmas December 7, 2021
Mass vaccination drive could cut risk of Covid surge in older relatives over holiday season, WHO saysCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coveragEuropean governments should consider mass vaccination programmes for primary school children given the risk of grandparents being infected with Covid over the holiday season, the World Health Organiza […]
Prepare a swift response to Russia invading Ukraine, Latvia tells west December 7, 2021
Nato not sending a clear signal would mean ‘glue that keeps us together’ has failed, says foreign ministerA swift reprisal package against Russia – including US troops and Patriot missiles stationed in the Baltics, the cutting off of Russia from the Swift banking payments system and reinstated sanctions on the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline – must be prepared no […]
Whistleblower condemns Foreign Office over Kabul evacuation December 7, 2021
Ex-diplomat claims string of failings within department led to ‘people being left to die at the hands of the Taliban’Whistleblower’s main accusationsFresh questions about Dominic Raab’s roleHow Afghan reporter was left to the Taliban Tens of thousands of Afghans were unable to access UK help following the fall of Kabul because of turmoil and confusion in the […]
Dozens killed in fire at overcrowded Burundi prison December 7, 2021
Inmate says police refused to open doors amid blaze that left 38 dead and 69 seriously hurtA massive fire ripped through an overcrowded prison in Burundi before dawn on Tuesday, killing dozens of inmates and seriously injuring many more, the country’s vice-president said.Many inmates were still sleeping at the time of the blaze that destroyed several parts o […]
‘Disastrous’ plastic use in farming threatens food safety – UN December 7, 2021
Food and Agriculture Organization says most plastics are burned, buried or lost after useThe “disastrous” way in which plastic is used in farming across the world is threatening food safety and potentially human health, according to a report from the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization.It says soils contain more microplastic pollution than the oceans and […]
Global inequality ‘as marked as it was at peak of western imperialism’ December 7, 2021
Super-rich have grabbed an increasing share of the world’s income, economists’ study findsGlobal inequality is as marked as it was in the early 20th century pinnacle of western imperialism after the capture by the super-rich of an increasing share of the world’s income, a new report has shown.A study by a group of economists including Thomas Piketty and Emma […]
Storm Barra leaves thousands without power in Ireland December 7, 2021
At least 30,000 homes and firms affected, as Met Office warns storm could pose danger to life as it approaches UKMore than 30,000 homes and businesses in Ireland have been left without power as Storm Barra made landfall, with winds predicted to reach 80mph as it crosses east throughout the day.Heavy rain and sleet was expected on Tuesday as Barra continued i […]
China attacks US diplomatic boycott of Winter Games as ‘travesty’ of Olympic spirit December 7, 2021
Beijing dismisses no-show and says American officials had not been invited in the first place, as other countries consider their positionsChina has reacted angrily to the US government’s diplomatic boycott of next year’s Winter Olympics, as more countries said they would consider joining the protest over Beijing’s human rights record and New Zealand announce […]

The BBC

2022 Beijing Winter Olympics: China criticises US diplomatic boycott December 7, 2021
China angrily denounces a US plan not to send diplomats to the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing.
Afghanistan: Foreign Office chaotic during Kabul evacuation - whistleblower December 7, 2021
Thousands of pleas for help went unread and the foreign secretary lacked urgency, an ex-official says.
Rohingya sue Facebook for $150bn over Myanmar hate speech December 7, 2021
The social media giant is accused of fuelling violence against the persecuted minority in Myanmar.
Western leaders urge Russia to lower Ukraine tensions December 7, 2021
The US and its European allies urge Russia to de-escalate, amid fears it could invade Ukraine.
Michael Steinhardt: US billionaire hands over antiquities worth $70m December 7, 2021
Michael Steinhardt is banned for life from buying such treasures following an investigation.
Burundi prison fire kills at least 38 in Gitega December 7, 2021
Vice-President Prosper Bazombanza says at least 38 people died and scores more were injured.
Grammy Awards: Drake withdraws nominations December 7, 2021
The decision has reportedly been made at the request of Drake and his management.
Indonesia volcano: Toll rises after Mount Semeru buries villages December 7, 2021
Mount Semeru has continued to be active since the major eruption on the island of Java on Sunday.