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In Case You’ve Been Wondering About the Antoinette Davis Trial for the Murder of Shaniya Davis…

• July 8, 2013 • 1 Comment

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Shaniya Davis: McNeill Says He’s Innocent and Refuses a Plea Deal as Nine Out of the Twelve Are Chosen for the Jury, But There’s a Problem

• April 11, 2013 • Comments Off

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No Trial Date Set for Mario McNeill or for Shaniya’s Mother, Antoinette Davis

• July 29, 2012 • 5 Comments

Posted in African American History, Black People, Class, Crime, Cultural History, Drug Culture/Industry, Journalism and Ethics, Murder/Manslaughter, Pedophilia/Child Kidnapping, People of Color, Rape/Sex Crimes, Sexuality, The Mainstream Media (MSM), Women
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Bradley Lockhart on Nancy Grace: Why Did He Need a Lawyer By His Side The Whole Time?

• December 5, 2009 • 29 Comments

Posted in Black People, Class, Crime, Daily AM/PM Talk Shows, Health, History, HIV Positive, Mental Health/Psychology, Murder/Manslaughter, Nancy Grace, Pedophilia/Child Kidnapping, People of Color, Race, Rape/Sex Crimes, Sexuality, Television, The Mainstream Media (MSM), Women
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Weinstein and His Accusers Reach Tentative $25 Million Deal December 11, 2019
A proposed settlement would end nearly every lawsuit filed by the Hollywood producer’s alleged victims, without his having to admit wrongdoing or pay anything to the women.
U.S. Troops Could Soon Be Able to Sue Over Medical Blunders December 11, 2019
A must-pass spending bill in Congress would loosen the Feres doctrine, a bar to suing the government for injuries sustained on active duty. It is named for a heroic World War II paratrooper.
Bipartisan Bill Targets Online Spread of Child Sex Abuse Material December 11, 2019
The legislation, responding to an investigation in The New York Times, would make tech companies more responsible for retaining data about abuse.
After Pensacola Shooting, Pentagon Restricts Training for Saudi Military Students December 11, 2019
More than 800 students from Saudi Arabia have been limited to classroom training in the wake of a shooting at a Pensacola Navy base that left three people dead.
Judge Issues Nationwide Injunction Blocking Border Wall Funding December 11, 2019
A federal court ruled that President Trump’s proclamation of a national emergency did not justify tapping into Pentagon construction funds.
Britt McHenry Sues Fox News, Saying Tyrus Sexually Harassed Her December 11, 2019
The Fox Nation host accused her former co-host Tyrus, whose real name is George Murdoch, of sexual harassment and said that Fox News failed to respond appropriately to her claims.
Someone Is Putting Cowboy Hats on Pigeons in Las Vegas December 10, 2019
No one knows why. A rodeo was in town but denied any connection. The Las Vegas police said it “does not appear to be a police matter at this time.”
‘They’ Is the Word of the Year, Merriam-Webster Says, Noting Its Singular Rise December 10, 2019
A surge in searches for the definition of an old-school pronoun signals a new, nonbinary meaning.

The Guardian, UK

Trump impeachment: House prepares for crucial vote amid whistleblower row – live December 12, 2019
Fury erupts over Republican naming the alleged whistleblower who triggered the congressional investigation into Trump and UkraineHelp us cover the critical issues of 2020. Consider making a contribution 4.08pm GMT The Democratic national committee has announced the timetable for the next four presidential primary debates. They occur in each of the first four […]
EU leaders meet to try to agree on carbon neutrality by 2050 December 12, 2019
Greenpeace activists unfurl climate emergency banner on Brussels venue before eventEuropean leaders meeting at a summit in Brussels will make a new attempt to set the European Union on course for carbon neutrality by 2050, in a test of the bloc’s credibility on the climate emergency.Hours before EU leaders were due to arrive on Thursday, Greenpeace activists […]
New Zealand volcano: police plan body retrieval on Friday despite eruption risk December 12, 2019
Deputy commissioner says police have been facing increasing pressure from victims’ families to recover bodies from White IslandThe New Zealand military will deploy to White Island at first light in an attempt to bring eight bodies home to their desperate families – despite a serious risk of the volcano erupting again.Eight specialist military personnel will […]
Police and protesters clash as Algeria holds disputed election December 12, 2019
Unrest in Algiers and other cities as low turnout expected amid widespread disaffectionPolice and demonstrators have clashed in Algeria as tens of thousands of people took to the streets in the north African country during a tense presidential election.The poll is a crucial trial of strength between the ruling party and powerful military, who hope it will en […]
Aung San Suu Kyi criticised in court over 'silence' on Myanmar rape claims December 12, 2019
Leader’s silence ‘says far more than your words’, lawyer says during genocide hearingAung San Suu Kyi has been told her silence over allegations of sexual violence and rape carried out against Rohingya people in Myanmar “says far more than your words”, on the third day of the international court of justice’s hearing into accusations of genocide.Prof Philippe […]
Court tells Facebook to reactivate Italian neo-fascist party's account December 12, 2019
Company ordered to pay CasaPound €800 for each day the account has been closedA civil court in Rome has ruled that Facebook must immediately reactivate the account of the Italian neo-fascist party CasaPound and pay the group €800 (£675) for each day the account has been closed, according to local media.Facebook shut the party’s account, which had 240,000 fol […]
Indian police fire teargas at citizenship bill protesters December 12, 2019
Paramilitary forces deployed at demonstrations in north-east over bill excluding MuslimsIndian police have fired blanks on protesters as thousands ignored a curfew in the north-east of the country in fresh demonstrations against contentious new citizenship legislation.Officials said on Thursday about 20 to 30 people have been hurt in the protests in recent d […]
UK no longer makes running on world stage, says ex-No 10 adviser December 12, 2019
John Casson blames absence of strategic thinking about UK role in worldBritain has not made the running on any foreign policy issue since at least 2013 and suffers from a fundamental absence of strategic thinking about its role in the world, the most senior foreign policy adviser to David Cameron has said.John Casson – who worked in No 10 from 2010 to 2014 b […]

The BBC

White Island volcano: NZ police to recover bodies despite danger December 12, 2019
Police are planning a "high-speed recovery" operation to White Island on Friday.
The view of the volcano from above December 12, 2019
The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil flies close to White Island, while it continues to spew toxic gas.
Pakistan protest: Patients die as lawyers ransack Lahore hospital December 12, 2019
Three patients died when lawyers attacked a cardiac hospital in Lahore in a dispute with doctors.
Brazilian man arrested for impersonating mum in driving test December 12, 2019
Heitor Schiave wore a floral blouse, make up and a wig after his mother failed her test three times.
Being a fashion designer in Malawi December 12, 2019
Fashion designer Lily Alfonso talks about her struggles as an entrepreneur in Malawi.
EU leaders to consider climate neutrality pledge December 12, 2019
The new head of the European Commission wants big change, but the decision will lie with EU leaders.
Man killed by Lexus car being remotely started December 12, 2019
Michael Kosanovich was standing between two cars when one was accidentally started with a remote.
Greta Thunberg changes Twitter bio after Trump dig December 12, 2019
He said the teenage activist - who won Time Person of the Year - had an "anger management problem".