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US President Donald Trump says he’ll take “very strong action” if Iran executes protesters.It comes as relatives of 26-year-old Erfan Soltani, who was detained last week, told BBC Persian he is due to be executed on Wednesday.In an interview with the BBC’s US partner CBS, Trump said “we don’t want to see what’s happening in Iran happen.”Follow live coverage here. Source link
Listen to this articleEstimated 2 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.A construction crane fell onto a moving passenger train, causing a fiery derailment that killed at least 22 people Wednesday in northeastern Thailand. Another 64 people were injured and rescuers were still searching the wreckage and giving first aid.The derailment occurred on part of an ambitious planned high-speed rail project that will eventually connect China with much of Southeast Asia.The crane, which was being used to build an elevated…
Updated on Jan. 13 at 7:45 p.m. The Supreme Court on Tuesday seemed likely to uphold laws that prohibit transgender women and girls from competing on women’s and girls’ school sports teams. After nearly three-and-a-half hours of arguments in a pair of cases from Idaho and West Virginia, a majority of the justices appeared to agree with the states that the laws can remain in place, even if it was not clear how broadly their ruling might sweep. The court’s three Democratic appointees appeared to recognize that the challengers faced an uphill battle. They seemed to devote much of their…
The duo from Boyzlife (Boyzone and Westlife) are coming to DubaiIf you’re a millennial, you’ll not only remember Westlife and Boyzone, but your heart will beat a little bit faster when you think of them. Well they’re (kind of) back and Boyzlife are coming to perform in Dubai this weekend.Keith Duffy of Boyzone and Brian McFadden are heading to perform two intimate gigs in Adaline, DIFC. The first will be on Saturday January 17 and the second on Tuesday January 20 and the duo will take to the stage performing their iconic songs that fans have heard over the years.…
Craig Stingley had no legal training, no big-name lawyer or civil rights advocate by his side. Yet for 13 years, he refused to accept that the judicial system would hold no one responsible for the killing of his 16-year-old son, Corey. The quest for justice dominated his life. He gathered police reports, witness statements and other evidence in the Dec. 14, 2012, fatal incident inside a Milwaukee-area convenience store. The youth had tried to shoplift $12 worth of flavored malt beverages at the shop before abandoning the items and turning to leave. That’s when three men wrestled him to the…
ReutersArmed security forces were deployed at a pro-government rally in Tehran on MondayMore than 2,000 people have been killed during the violent crackdown by security forces on protests in Iran, a human rights group has said, as President Trump promised Iranians that help was “on its way”.The US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) reported that it had so far confirmed the killing of 1,850 protesters, 135 people affiliated with the government and nine uninvolved civilians as well as nine children over the last 17 days despite an internet blackout.An Iranian official also told Reuters that 2,000 people had been…
Listen to this articleEstimated 2 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday said the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement — the trade pact also known as CUSMA — is not relevant for the U.S., but Canada wants it, as he pushed for companies to bring manufacturing back to American soil.”There’s no real advantage to it — it’s irrelevant,” Trump said. “Canada would love it. Canada wants it. They need it.”The Detroit Three automakers are heavily reliant on supply…
Today, SCOTUSblog will be live as the Supreme Court hears arguments in two cases on transgender athletes. Tomorrow, we will be live for the court’s second opinion day of the 2025-26 term. The live blogging will begin at 9:30 a.m. EST on both days. SCOTUS Quick Hits On Monday, the court released an order list announcing denied petitions and other updates. Also on Monday, the justices heard argument in Chevron USA Inc. v. Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, on the circumstances in which a federal contractor can transfer a case from state to federal court. Justice Samuel Alito did not participate because…
Brunches in Dubai aren’t just meals, they’re iconic events, and these 11 prove exactly why the city is the global capital of weekend indulgenceBrunches in Dubai are a weekend ritual and nowhere does it quite like this city. Whether you’re looking for a high-energy party with DJs and dancing, a refined culinary journey with five-star flair, or a relaxed afternoon with scenic views and top-tier bites, Dubai’s brunch scene has something for every palate and mood. From beachfront fiestas and Peruvian powerhouses to jungle-themed escapes and sophisticated rooftop affairs, these 11 iconic brunches capture the very best of what Dubai…
Reporting Highlights Chokeholds: We found over 40 cases of agents using chokeholds and other moves that can block breathing. “I felt like I was going to pass out and die,” said a 16-year-old citizen. Former Police Are Appalled: We showed former police and immigration officials videos of incidents. They said agents are out of control. One said it’s “the kind of action which should get you fired.” Banned Tactics, No Punishment: There is a federal ban on chokeholds and similar tactics. But there is no sign of punishment for officers who’ve used them. These highlights were written by the reporters…