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Dr. Conrad Murray Convicted and Sentenced, But Not Chastened; and The Proof Is In The Audio and The Video (w/Update)

• November 30, 2011 • Comments Off

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Those New Breast Cancer Guidelines: Keep Doing What YOU Are Doing Right

• November 18, 2009 • Comments Off

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DeSantis Takes On the Education Establishment, and Builds His Brand February 1, 2023
A proposal by Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida to overhaul higher education would mandate courses in Western civilization, eliminate diversity programs and reduce the protections of tenure.
As Officers Beat Tyre Nichols, a Crime-Prevention Camera Watched Over Them February 1, 2023
A SkyCop camera in Memphis provided overhead footage that was instrumental in shaping the public’s understanding of what unfolded.
Memphis to Gather in Grief at Tyre Nichols’s Funeral February 1, 2023
His death after he was beaten by the police inspired anger and sorrow across the country. His family remembers him as a “beautiful soul.”
A Small Boat, a Vast Sea and a Desperate Escape From Russia January 29, 2023
In September, two men set out from Russia, hoping a boat could carry them to asylum on U.S. soil. Their quest for freedom did not go as planned.
Policing the Wrong Way February 1, 2023
Memphis’s Scorpion is the latest special police unit to come under scrutiny.
Bias Played Part in F.B.I.’s Jan. 6 Failure, Documents Suggest February 1, 2023
The F.B.I. appeared to be blinded by a lack of imagination, a narrow focus on “lone wolf” offenders and a misguided belief that the threat from the far left was as great as that from the far right, new congressional documents show.
Biden and McCarthy Are Set to Discuss Debt Limit as Both Sides Trade Barbs February 1, 2023
The hours leading up to the meeting have highlighted the differences between the White House and the Republicans who now control the House.
Trump’s Campaign Fund-Raising in First Weeks of 2024 Race Is Relatively Weak February 1, 2023
After announcing presidential runs, Mitt Romney, Hillary Clinton and Jeb Bush all raised more per day in their out-of-the-gates fund-raising periods.

The Guardian, UK

‘Suspicious death’ of Rwandan journalist prompts calls for investigation January 31, 2023
Two weeks on from the death of government critic John Williams Ntwali, police have failed to answer questions over the alleged road accident in which they say he was killedCalls are growing for an investigation into the apparent accidental death two weeks ago of a prominent Rwandan journalist and government critic.John Williams Ntwali, a regular critic of th […]
Violence in Nigeria risks derailing forthcoming presidential elections January 31, 2023
At least 50 attacks against staff and facilities of the electoral commission have been recorded between 2019 election and end of 2022Routine violence in south-east Nigeria including attacks on the offices of the electoral commission threatens to derail next month’s presidential elections, experts have said.At least 50 attacks by armed groups against staff an […]
Eight people shot dead at birthday party in South Africa January 30, 2023
Sunday’s attack in Eastern Cape province highlights country’s problems with violent crimeEight people were killed and three others wounded when gunmen opened fire at a birthday party in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province, local officials said. Continue reading...
Pope and Justin Welby to visit South Sudan amid tensions over LGBTQ+ rights January 29, 2023
Head of Anglican church in South Sudan said archbishop of Canterbury was ‘failing to defend biblical truth’Pope Francis and the archbishop of Canterbury will begin a historic joint visit to South Sudan on Friday against the backdrop of potential tensions over LGBTQ+ rights.The leaders of the global Roman Catholic and Anglican churches, whose numbers are grow […]
Weather tracker: Cheneso restrengthens to bring flooding to Madagascar January 27, 2023
Tropical storm upgraded to cyclone status, hitting Indian Ocean island with 75mph winds and intense rainfallMadagascar continued to be hit by intense rainfall this week, resulting in serious flooding and several landslides. Severe Tropical Storm Cheneso made landfall in the north-east last week, and had weakened as it pushed south-west across the island. But […]
US military raid kills key Islamic State regional leader in Somalia, officials say January 26, 2023
Bilal al-Sudani, ‘responsible for fostering the growing presence of IS in Africa’, was killed in strike approved by Joe BidenA US military raid in Somalia ordered by President Joe Biden this week killed a key regional leader of the Islamic State group, Bilal al-Sudani, according to US officials.Sudani was killed on Wednesday during a gunfight after US troops […]
Key suspects in killing of Haiti president Jovenel Moïse ‘sent to US for trial’ February 1, 2023
Investigations in Haiti have reached a virtual standstill after threats and intimidation against judgesFour key suspects in the killing of the Haitian president Jovenel Moïse were transferred to the US for prosecution, according to officials, as the case stagnates in Haiti amid death threats against local judges.The suspects in custody include James Solages, […]
Canada: PM’s residence is falling to bits – but who’s willing to pay for repairs? January 31, 2023
The once grand 24 Sussex Drive in Ottawa, with leaky roof and mould after decades of negligence, is in dire need of an upgradeOnce home to Canada’s powerful lumber barons, 24 Sussex Drive, tucked away in a forested enclave of the capital, is one of the country’s most symbolically important homes.But decades of negligence have left the official residence of t […]

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Missing radioactive capsule found in Australia February 1, 2023
Emergency services "literally found the needle in the haystack", authorities have said.
Myanmar coup anniversary: 'Silent strike' marks two years of military rule February 1, 2023
Protesters urge the public to stay at home as the military is hit by new Western sanctions.
Pope Francis in DR Congo: A million gather for Kinshasa mass February 1, 2023
This is said to be the second largest mass Pope Francis has held, after one in the Philippines in 2014.
Oscars 2023: Actress Andrea Riseborough keeps nomination despite 'concerns' January 31, 2023
The campaign for the British actress sparked a Hollywood debate after her surprise nomination.
Russia in Africa: How disinformation operations target the continent February 1, 2023
The man behind a new pro-Kremlin social media network tells the BBC he wants Africa to embrace Russia.
Sex and no sleep may be killing endangered quolls February 1, 2023
New research has found that lack of rest could explain why males of the species mate themselves to death.
Tyre Nichols family demand justice on eve of funeral February 1, 2023
US Vice-President Kamala Harris will be among crowds of mourners who are expected to attend the ceremony.
Dances With Wolves actor Nathan Chasing Horse arrested in sex abuse case February 1, 2023
Nathan Lee Chasing His Horse is alleged to have committed offenses against six indigenous girls.