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Justice

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New York Post

Bronx judge rules mother not guilty by reason of mental illness in children's deaths

Dimone Fleming, a Bronx mother, was found not guilty by reason of mental illness for the deaths of her two children in 2022. Psychiatric evaluations indicated she was experiencing severe psychosis at the time. Fleming will remain in custody for further evaluation, with a court date set for September 18.

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Al Jazeera English

Ecuador sentences former president Lenin Moreno to five years in prison for bribery

Former Ecuadorian President Lenin Moreno has been sentenced to five years in prison for bribery related to the Coca Codo Sinclair hydroelectric plant. The court found him guilty of accepting bribes totaling approximately $76.1 million from the Chinese firm Sinohydro, and he is permanently barred from holding public office. Moreno and several family members were convicted in connection with the case.

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New York Post

Jerry Sandusky maintains innocence as accuser plans to recant testimony

Jerry Sandusky, convicted of child sexual abuse, has reiterated his innocence amid reports that one of his accusers plans to recant his testimony. Sandusky claims that financial incentives and prosecutor pressure led to false allegations against him. He is scheduled for a court hearing on September 8 regarding the recantation.

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abcnews.com

Milo Yiannopoulos Detained by ICE for Overstaying Visa

Milo Yiannopoulos was detained by ICE at New Orleans International Airport for allegedly overstaying his visa. He received a final order of removal on July 22 after missing an immigration hearing and will remain in custody pending removal.

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New York Post

Oura Ring Data May Assist in Investigation of Utah National Guardsman's Death

Investigators are examining data from Oura Rings worn by Jennifer Gledhill and her husband, Matthew Johnson, in connection with Johnson's suspected murder. The data may help locate his body, which Gledhill allegedly concealed after the incident. Gledhill and her parents have been arrested in relation to the case.

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BBC — World

Former Landlady Discusses Connections to 9/11 Hijackers and Alleged Saudi Spy

Holly Ratchford, a former property manager in San Diego, has spoken publicly about her connections to Omar al-Bayoumi, a Saudi man alleged to have facilitated the 9/11 attacks by supporting the hijackers. Ratchford describes her interactions with Bayoumi and the two hijackers, Nawaf al-Hazmi and Khalid al-Mihdhar, highlighting the impact of these events on her life. The ongoing lawsuit against Saudi Arabia by families of 9/11 victims continues to seek answers regarding these connections.

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Al Jazeera English

US Judge Denies Trump's Request to Move Hush-Money Case to Federal Court

A US judge has denied President Donald Trump's request to move his hush-money case from state to federal court, marking the third rejection of his petition. Judge Alvin Hellerstein ruled that Trump's arguments regarding presidential immunity were not sufficient. Trump was convicted in 2024 for falsifying business records related to payments made to silence allegations of an affair with adult film star Stormy Daniels.

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New York Post

California Woman Granted Parole After Serving 20 Years for Murder of Stepfather

Brae Hansen has been granted parole after serving 20 years for the 2007 murder of her stepfather, Timothy MacNeil. Hansen and her brother plotted the murder, which they attempted to disguise as a home invasion. Her release follows changes in California law regarding parole for youth offenders, despite opposition from the local district attorney.

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Al Jazeera English

Cambodia's Claim of Ending Scam Compounds Faces Skepticism

Cambodia claims to have eradicated scam compounds linked to cybercrime, but this assertion is met with skepticism from Amnesty International and experts. They highlight that while the government reports significant law enforcement actions, decentralized operations may still persist.

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Washington Examiner

Border wall construction pause in Big Bend National Park extended to September 15

The Trump administration has extended the pause on border wall construction in Big Bend National Park, Texas, until September 15. This decision follows a federal court hearing regarding the government's authority to proceed with the project, which has faced legal challenges from local activists and residents concerned about environmental impacts.

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Hacker News — Front Page

Concerns Rise Among Tabletop RPG Designers Over New EU Packaging Regulations

Tabletop RPG designers are raising concerns about the new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) in the EU, which took effect on August 12. The regulation introduces complex compliance requirements, including the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), leading some small publishers to temporarily halt shipping to EU countries. Industry leaders express uncertainty about the impact on their businesses and the feasibility of navigating the new regulations.

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Fox News — Latest

Bryan Kohberger Requests Judge's Removal and Change of Venue in Post-Conviction Proceedings

Bryan Kohberger, convicted of murdering four University of Idaho students, has filed motions to disqualify the judge overseeing his case and to change the venue for his post-conviction proceedings. Kohberger claims he was led to a false confession and is seeking to withdraw his guilty plea, despite the potential for the death penalty.

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cbsnews.com

FBI Adjusts Hiring Standards Regarding Past Criminal Behavior

The FBI has revised its hiring standards, allowing applicants with certain past criminal behaviors, including hiring sex workers and stealing from employers, to be considered under specific conditions. This change comes amid a decrease in personnel and has raised concerns about the integrity of the bureau's hiring practices.

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Washington Examiner

U.S. Appeals Court Denies Peter Navarro's Request for Rehearing in Contempt Case

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit has denied Peter Navarro's request for a rehearing in his contempt of Congress case, allowing him to appeal to the Supreme Court. Navarro's legal team argues that the interpretation of 'willfully' in the contempt statute should require proof of unlawful intent, a point they plan to contest at the Supreme Court level.

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Ars Technica

Cities End Contracts with Flock Safety at Increased Rate in August

An advocacy group reports that American localities are increasingly terminating contracts with Flock Safety, with 90 cities and counties ending their relationships in August 2026 alone. Concerns over surveillance practices, data sharing, and costs are driving this trend.

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Washington Examiner

Kentucky woman indicted for vandalizing World War II Memorial

A Kentucky woman, Melissa Farris, has been indicted by a federal grand jury for vandalizing the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. She faces charges of destruction of a veterans' memorial and destruction of federal property, each carrying a potential penalty of up to 10 years in prison. Farris allegedly livestreamed the act and caused over $1,000 in damage.

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