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PeopleInside Case of Woman Who Killed Stepdad After Finding Nude Photos of Herself: 'Violating, Gut-Wrenching Feeling'
Jade Janks was convicted of the 2020 murder of Thomas Merriman
- The Daily Beast
Trump’s Ex-Con Lawyer Green With Envy Over Hush Money Ruling
President-elect Donald Trump’s former lawyer was so taken aback by the “unconditional discharge” ruling in his former boss’ hush money trial that he turned to ChatGPT for legal help. Speaking with MSNBC’s All In With Chris Hayes on Friday night, Michael Cohen told the show’s host that he’d been unable to recall anyone else in history who’d ever been found so guilty, and yet faced so few consequences for their actions. Last year, Trump was convicted on 34 charges related to his efforts to cover u
- People
Bald Puppy Found Covered with Writing at Homeless Encampment Starts 'Journey to Recovery' with New Family
Hungry Tailz Rescue, a nonprofit animal rescue organization in Stockton, Calif., brought Naya to the vet and connected her with a foster family
- Hello!
Ben Affleck embraces teen daughter as ex-wife Jennifer Garner grieves amid LA wildfires
Ben Affleck has been joined by his daughter Violet as the actor continues to keep a close eye on his Brentwood home as the LA fires continue to blaze.
- CBC
Violent offender arrested after violating conditions of probation order
A man with a history of violence who was recently released from jail has been taken back into police custody after failing to comply with a probation order. Marcel Hank Charlette, 52, was released Tuesday from Headingley Correctional Centre after serving a sentence for breaching multiple conditions of a prior release, police said in a previous news release.Charlette is considered a high risk to reoffend in a sexual or violent manner against all people and has a manslaughter conviction in the dea
- BuzzFeed
Former Inmates Are Sharing Things About Prison That Most People Don’t Know, And I’m Shocked I Didn’t Know Any Of This
"Don't ask, don't tell. The guy running around talking about how he's in for 'a body' is a liar. He's definitely a deflecting sex offender."
- BBC
A murder that shook British India and toppled a king
A businessman was shot dead in India 100 years ago. Then, a sensational tale unfolded.
- People
Housekeeper Facing Charges for Allegedly Assaulting 83-Year-Old Employer Who Denied Her a $500 Christmas Bonus
Heather Nelson, 29, faces charges of robbery, forgery and aggravated battery following the Christmas Eve incident in Florida
- People
1-Year-Old Baby and 10-Year-Old Boy Among 3 People Killed in Home Massacre: 'A Horrible Tragedy'
The victims were found "stabbed to death" by police at a residence in Louisiana on Jan. 9
- Reuters
How one California man tried saving his block from wildfire
Despite it all, Tristin Perez never left his Altadena home during the deadly Eaton fire. A police officer told him and his neighbors to evacuate early on Wednesday morning as the fire raced down the hillside above them. Instead, Perez insisted on trying to save his property and his neighbors’ homes along El Molino Avenue.
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Illegal tunnel at US-Mexico border dismantled by authorities
STORY: :: Mexican and U.S. authorities discovered a man-madesmuggling tunnel connecting Ciudad Juarez to El Paso, Texas:: January 10, 2025:: Ciudad Juarez, Mexico:: The tunnel was found after authorities removeda metal plate covering its entry pointMexican and U.S. authorities collaborated in the operation. John Morales, the FBI officer in charge of the operation, highlighted the importance of binational cooperation in tackling smuggling.The tunnel's discovery underscores ongoing efforts to combat illegal activities that threaten border security, and comes just days before the inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, who prioritized policies against immigration during his electoral campaign.
- CNN
A father at the bedside of his son, a surfer and a woman who stayed behind with her beloved pets are among wildfire victims
An amputee and his son with cerebral palsy were among the 24 deaths in the fires raging around Los Angeles. The father was found at his son’s bedside.
- CNN
White Christian nationalists are poised to remake America in their image during Trump’s second term, author says
Donald Trump’s second term will empower the White Christian nationalist movement, says scholar Kristin Kobes Du Mez, author of “Jesus and John Wayne.” “It will transform our government,” she says. “They have seen their movement go mainstream, and now they have incredible access to power.”
- Global News
Ontario mother pleads for return of child, allegedly taken to India by estranged husband
The mother of a young child Toronto police believe was abducted and taken to India by his father is pleading for the return of her son, who left on what was supposed to be a two-week vacation last summer. Sean O'Shea reports.
- People
Boyfriend of Woman Found Inside Refrigerator in New Jersey Forest Charged After Fleeing to Mexico: Reports
A 45-year-old man has reportedly been charged with desecrating human remains and hindering apprehension
- BBC
Millions start bathing in holy rivers at India's biggest Hindu festival
The Hindu festival of Kumbh Mela, described as humanity's biggest gathering, begins in India's Prayagraj.
- The Canadian Press
Fired US Center for SafeSport investigator arrested again, this time charged with rape
DENVER (AP) — An ex-cop fired from his job as an investigator at the U.S. Center for SafeSport for allegedly stealing money seized at a drug bust has been arrested again, this time charged with rape and sex trafficking.
- People
In-N-Out Customers Cheer for Firefighters Who Stopped by for Free Meals amid L.A. Fires: ‘Thank You for the Hard Work’
The burger chain has provided complimentary meals for fire crews throughout the devastating blazes this week
- USA TODAY
An avid surfer. A father and son. Families mourn Los Angeles wildfire victims
A man still holding a garden hose. A grandmother in her family home. Officials have not identified the dead by name, but details began to trickle out.
- ABC News
Man charged in 'unprovoked' fatal stabbing of 14-year-old in NYC
A man has been charged in the fatal stabbing of a 14-year-old in the Bronx that police described as a "random and unprovoked attack." The teen, Caleb Rijos, was walking to school Friday when 29-year-old Waldo Mejia allegedly attacked him, stabbing him in the heart and lungs, the NYPD said. Police announced Saturday that they had arrested and charged Mejia with murder, manslaughter and criminal possession of a weapon.