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Love, lies and murder: How a prison romance turned deadly

May 15, 2026 World Justice News 0

A whirlwind romance that began with a light-hearted social media exchange and promises of a fresh start ended in violence, betrayal and murder. Paris Wilson and Danny Cahalane’s relationship began while he was serving a […]

Somali-born refugee charged in Canada ‘terror’ attack

October 3, 2017 World Justice News 0

A Somali-born refugee has been charged with five counts of attempted murder in connection with a weekend attack in Edmonton, Alberta. Abdulahi Hasan Sharif, 30, also faces dangerous driving and weapons possession charges. Five people, […]

Canada: Five injured in Edmonton ‘terror’ incidents

October 1, 2017 World Justice News 0

Canadian police have confirmed they are investigating possible acts of terrorism after multiple incidents in Edmonton, Alberta, on Saturday night. They said a police officer controlling traffic at a Canadian Football League game was struck […]

Outrage after rapist jailed with victim

June 7, 2017 World Justice News 0

Canadian officials have expressed outrage over the case of a homeless woman who was jailed after being raped and kept in prison with her attacker. The indigenous woman, who is not being named, was brutally […]

Edmonton woman sentenced to life after stabbing husband 40 times

October 14, 2016 goattank 0

An Edmonton woman who stabbed her estranged husband to death after tying him to a bed under the guise of sexual activity and then tried to mislead police was sentenced to life in prison Thursday. Amanda […]

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Zambian opposition leader detained by police over treason allegations

August 30, 2026 0

Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile, who had gone into hiding after disputing the recent presidential election result, has been detained over allegations of treason. The official results from the 13 August poll showed that incumbent […]

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European rights court orders Turkey to free imprisoned businessman

August 26, 2026 0

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has ordered Turkey to immediately release Osman Kavala, an activist and philanthropist who has been detained in prison for almost a decade. Kavala was sentenced to life behind […]

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France’s top court blocks social media ban for under-15s

August 16, 2026 0

France’s top court has struck down a ban on social media for under-15s, saying it infringed upon freedom of expression. The legislation was backed by French lawmakers in July, making it the first European country […]