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globalnews.ca | 20 min. ago NEW

Lost evidence in 1988 cold case leads to murder charge being withdrawn

The Crown Attorney's Office says police lost crucial evidence from the investigation into Byron Carr's 1988 death, meaning there is no longer a reasonable likelihood of conviction.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 50 min. ago NEW

Robot sexually assaults 16-year old girl in Germany; 2 teens under probe

A teenage girl was allegedly groped by a humanoid robot while she was with friends. The incident occurred outside a fast-food restaurant in Cologne shortly after midnight. Police are investigating two young men believed to have recorded and livestreamed the event on social media. The robot, resembling Marvel's Iron Man, was discovered in a Volkswagen by authorities.

Investigations are ongoing to determine the individuals responsible for controlling the robot.

thehill.com | 1 hrs. 23 min. ago

Five years later, the truth about Garland’s school board memo

A new Justice Department report reveals that the National School Boards Association coordinated with the Biden White House to prompt a federal investigation into parent protests five years ago.

bbc.co.uk | 2 hrs. 2 min. ago

Murder investigation after couple and two children die in fire

Philip and Kim English, and two of their children, died in the fire and two more children are critically injured.

kyivindependent.com | 2 hrs. 31 min. ago

Last Seen in Crimea: Kyiv Independent documentary investigates Russia's secret detention system for Ukrainian civilians

The Kyiv Independent's War Crimes Investigations Unit has released Last Seen in Crimea, a new documentary investigating a system of detention in Russian-occupied Crimea where Ukrainian civilians have been held without contact with the outside world, often without formal charges, and subjected to torture and other forms of abuse.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com | 3 hrs. 1 min. ago

Maine bridge partially collapses during concrete pour; crews begin dismantling damaged spans

Following a tragic collapse on August 13, demolition teams are onsite dismantling the damaged portions of the Llewellyn Estes Bridge, which was under construction over the Stillwater River in Old Town. Several workers sustained injuries during the incident and received urgent medical care. Authorities are launching a comprehensive investigation to uncover the precise reasons behind the failure while prioritizing safety in the preparation for future bridge construction.

pagesix.com | 3 hrs. 5 min. ago

‘Breaking Bad’ actor RJ Mitte’s cause of death confirmed

Mitte died in Texas, with a county official confirming that the investigation into his death remains ongoing.

bbc.co.uk | 3 hrs. 11 min. ago

Man killed in tiger attack identified as William Chapman

A health and safety investigation is under way at Yorkshire Wildlife Park following the incident.

iol.co.za | 4 hrs. 30 min. ago

#UniteBehind submits PRASA-Swifambo dossier to NPA amid investigation delays

Activist group #UniteBehind has called on NPA and the Hawks to stop dragging their feet and start investigations into PRASA locomotive corruption.

theage.com.au | 5 hrs. 6 min. ago

Former AFL prospect charged in alleged fake certificate scheme across major state projects

WorkSafe has launched an investigation into the deepening scandal as the opposition pledges to widen the royal commission to examine the prevalence of fraud.

today.com | 6 hrs. 12 min. ago

Man Dies After Falling Out of Six Flags Roller Coaster in Georgia

A man died after falling from the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia on Monday, officials said. Horrified witnesses say the man flew out of the ride and slammed into other passengers before landing underneath the coaster. Six Flags has temporarily closed nine similar attractions in its parks in the United States and Canada “out of an abundance of caution” and an investigation is underway.

NBC’s Ryan Chandler reports for TODAY.

mirror.co.uk | 6 hrs. 40 min. ago

Most shocking zoo encounters - maulings, escapes and miraculous tales of survival

As an investigation into a man's death at Yorkshire Wildlife Park continues, these are some of the most harrowing zoo incidents and remarkable survival stories

smh.com.au | 9 hrs. 18 min. ago

Charges laid over hundreds of ‘fake’ Big Build qualifications

WorkSafe has launched an investigation into the deepening scandal as the opposition pledges to widen the royal commission to examine the prevalence of fraud.

euronews.com | 9 hrs. 59 min. ago

Benjamin Netanyahu orders prosecution of 'NAZA' documentary interviewees

Netanyahu has called for a criminal investigation into soldiers and officers interviewed in award-winning documentary.

theguardian.com | 10 hrs. 53 min. ago

Latin American organised crime ‘may operate in 16 European countries’

Cocaine seizures in Europe are up more than fivefold in 10 years as a host of cartels take root. A four-month Guardian investigation reveals the true scale of a continent-wide shiftA four-month investigation by the Guardian has revealed that the surge in cocaine trafficking to Europe is directly linked to the expanding presence of Latin American criminal networks in Europe, where they have forged close ties with local mafia organisations.The investigation, utilising databases, police and intelligence agencies, along with interviews with judges, prosecutors and experts from eight countries, shows that cartels and factions from Colombia, Brazil, Ecuador, Venezuela, Mexico and the US are active in at least 12 European countries.

Between 2014 and 2024, there was a 471% rise in the quantity of cocaine seized and more local laboratories processing cocaine derivatives were dismantled. Continue reading...

thehindu.com | 11 hrs. 56 min. ago

13 held in Manipur for circulating explicit content on social media

Police said they launched an investigation, codenamed 'Operation Dignity ', and arrested 12 people and detained a juvenile

ft.com | 13 hrs. 52 min. ago

[$] Criminals could walk free without controls on AI use, police watchdog warns

Guidelines are vital to ensure overstretched forces in England and Wales can use the systems to speed up investigations

scmp.com | 14 hrs. 44 min. ago

Hong Kong police ramp up investigation into Anita Mui’s missing ashes with unit upgrade

Hong Kong police have stepped up their investigation into the disappearance of the ashes of late Cantopop diva Anita Mui Yim-fong by committing more resources and manpower to the case. Mui’s family had revealed over the weekend that the urn containing the singer’s remains was discovered to be missing from Po Lin Monastery on Lantau Island three months ago, complaining that police had made “no progress” in their investigation and that the incident had caused “immense distress”.

A police spokesman...

nypost.com | 15 hrs. 46 min. ago

llhan Omar’s shady family history gives Trump plenty of reasons to probe her past

The congresswoman alleges an effort to weaponize federal law enforcement and silence her. But her odd marital life and her family's questionable ties make an investigation well deserved.

smh.com.au | 16 hrs. 32 min. ago

‘Inhumane act’: Homicide investigation launched after beloved grandmother found dead in stock dip

Yvonne Whear, 73, who lived in the NSW Northern Rivers went missing in February.

dailymail.com | 17 hrs. 9 min. ago

Breaking Bad star RJ Mitte dead at 34: Actor known for Walter White Jr role and cerebral palsy advocacy dies by suicide

Mitte was found dead at 1.30pm Monday at what's believed to be his home in Brownsville, Texas. Local officials say an investigation is underway and an autopsy will be performed.

kyivindependent.com | 18 hrs. 38 min. ago

UK sanctions Dutch businessman exposed by Kyiv Independent for shipping EU machinery to Russian missile suppliers

The U.K. has sanctioned Alexander Tattersall, a Dutch national, and Redwing Metal, the Turkish company he co-owns, nearly four months after a Kyiv Independent investigation revealed the firm had funneled EU-made industrial machinery to Russian metallurgical plants that supply the country's missile and fighter jet manufacturers.Tattersall

abcnews.com | 19 hrs. 11 min. ago

1 dead, several injured in roller coaster incident at Six Flags park: Police

A Six Flags spokesperson said "we are cooperating fully with local authorities as they complete their investigation."

kyivindependent.com | 20 hrs. 22 min. ago

Ukrainska Pravda demands investigation into Austrian police conduct after journalists' detention

Tkach is known in Ukraine for his investigations of high-level corruption. He alleged that the arrest could have been retaliation from subjects of his investigations, who could have manipulated Austrian authorities by filing a fake report.

theguardian.com | 20 hrs. 39 min. ago

Bolivia investigates ex-president Evo Morales over alleged ties to 2009 killings

Leftist former leader accused of involvement in shooting of three Europeans in Santa Cruz and torture of two othersBolivia’s attorney general has announced an investigation into leftist former president Evo Morales, alleging his involvement in the murder and torture of European citizens in 2009.Seventeen years ago, police raided a hotel in the city of Santa Cruz, shooting dead Eduardo Rózsa Flores, a Bolivian-Croatian, Michael Dwyer, an Irishman, and Árpád Magyarosi, a Hungarian-Romanian.

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pagesix.com | 21 hrs. 15 min. ago

‘Breaking Bad’ star RJ Mitte made final public appearance days before death at 34

Mitte died in Texas Monday. The death investigation is ongoing.

npr.org | 21 hrs. 17 min. ago

Federal agents search Rep. Ilhan Omar's DC home, DOJ says it approved the warrant

The Justice Department says the search is part of an "ongoing federal investigation", while Omar calls it "an attempt to target political enemies"

thehindu.com | 22 hrs. 56 min. ago

Investigation reveals collection of ‘party fund’ during Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi’s tenure as School Education Minister, CCB tells Madras High Court

It makes the submission in a counter affidavit filed before Justice V. Lakshminarayanan in response to the former Minister’s plea to quash the FIR against him

nbcnews.com | 1 days ago

Federal agents search Rep. Ilhan Omar's home in ongoing criminal probe

Federal agents conducted a search at the home of of Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., as part as an ongoing criminal probe. NBC News' Ryan Reilly has the early details on the investigation and the unusual timing of the action this close to an election.

nypost.com | 1 days ago

FDA recalls baby sleep aid after investigation finds 3 toxic alcohol ingredients not listed on label

A popular baby sleep remedy could be hazardous to infants.

theguardian.com | 1 days ago

SAS personnel ‘refusing to answer’ questions about alleged extrajudicial killings in Afghanistan

Judge leading UK inquiry says most operators using privilege against self-incrimination to refuse to provide informationUK politics live – latest updatesMost SAS personnel approached by an inquiry into alleged extrajudicial killings in Afghanistan have refused to answer any questions, the judge leading the proceedings has said.Lord Justice Haddon-Cave is investigating allegations of more than 50 summary killings by UK special forces soldiers as well as claims of an alleged cover-up of illegal activity and inadequate investigations by the Royal Military Police.

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euronews.com | 1 days ago

Hundreds of French supermarkets hit by cyberattack on refrigeration systems

Several supermarkets were forced to discard fresh and frozen food, Intermarché said, and have yet to estimate the losses. The Paris prosecutor has opened an investigation.

theguardian.com | 1 days ago

Fugitive businessman taken into US custody in Venezuela bribery case

A businessman wanted in the US for allegedly bribing top Venezuelan officials has been taken into custodyA businessman wanted for years in the US for allegedly paying bribes to top Venezuelan officials in exchange for lucrative state contracts in Venezuela has been taken into custody.Alvaro Pulido was indicted in Miami federal court in 2019 and again in 2021 as part of an investigation into his longtime business partner, Alex Saab, a one-time ally of ousted Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro.

The US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the state department had been offering a reward of up to $10m for information leading to his arrest. Continue reading...

scmp.com | 1 days ago

Hong Kong domestic helper arrested for alleged murder of 93-year-old woman

Hong Kong police have arrested a domestic helper on suspicion of murdering a 93-year-old widowed cancer survivor she was caring for, with an investigation suggesting the elderly woman was assaulted repeatedly in the hours before her death. The woman, surnamed Kwan, was found unresponsive in her flat in Long Yiu House at Tak Long Estate in Kai Tak on Sunday morning, police said.

The 52-year-old helper, hired to provide round-the-clock care, sought help from building security staff at about...

abcnews.com | 1 days ago

Rep. Ilhan Omar’s residence searched as part of ongoing criminal investigation: DOJ

A Department of Justice spokesperson said the search was part of an ongoing criminal investigation.

thestar.com | 1 days ago

Federal agents searched Rep. Ilhan Omar's home as part of criminal investigation, AP sources say

Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., listens during a Congressional spotlight hearing on Capitol Hill, Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)

nypost.com | 1 days ago

Rep. Ilhan Omar’s DC home raided by DHS as part of probe into Dem’s immigration paperwork

The raid is part of an investigation into Rep. Ilhan Omar's immigration documents, which were filled out by her late father when she was a child.

koreatimes.co.kr | 1 days ago

[COVER STORY] President spars with liberal allies over investigation body chief nomination

It is normal for a president to clash with members of opposition parties, especially those with different political inclinations, over reform measures. President Lee Jae Myung, however, is having an unusual conflict — one against members of his own party and other liberal figures. The conflict is over the nomination of Kim Ji-yong, a former prosecutor, to be the inaugural chief of the Serious Crimes Investigation Agency (SCIA).

The new investigative body was established as part of prosecutorial reform, dividing the prosecutors’ office into SCIA in charge of probing serious crimes and the Public Prosecution Service (PPS) tasked with indicting suspects and prosecuting cases. The nomination on Sept. 8, however, turned the long-awaited prosecution reform into the focus of an increasingly bitter internal conflict, as hardliners from the ruling Democratic Party of Korea (DPK), the minor liberal Rebuilding Korea Party (RKP) and elsewhere in the liberal bloc argue that his record of defending prosecutorial powers makes him unfit to serve as its inaugural chief.

They also label Kim a loyalist

nytimes.com | 1 days ago

[$] Investigation Into FlyDubai Attacker Puts Spotlight on an Australian Mosque

Emirati investigators said the co-pilot accused of attacking a captain on a flight to Israel drifted toward extremism during his time as a student in Australia.

abcnews.com | 1 days ago

Lebanon’s PM vows investigation after explosives-laden truck seized at checkpoint

Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has vowed to pursue suspected Hezbollah members involved in transporting explosives to Beirut