Zambian police arrested 11 individuals, including six opposition figures, during a raid over alleged armed insurrection as vote counting experienced a temporary suspension amid electoral disputes.
International observers in Zambia expressed concern over reports of intimidation and violence after vote counting for the presidential election was temporarily suspended.
Stephen Wheeler, a CFPB data scientist and union leader, was suspended and placed under investigation, drawing accusations of bullying and retaliation from labor representatives amid ongoing attempts by the Trump administration to dismantle the consumer agency.
The mother of an alleged Alan Jones victim testified in court that she apologised to her son for not protecting him after he disclosed historic abuse, while the trial saw clashes over alleged witness intimidation.
Assault and intimidation charges against Ahmed al-Ahmed, who disarmed a gunman during the Bondi beach terror attack, have been withdrawn by prosecutors at Bankstown local court.
Australian prosecutors dropped assault and intimidation charges against Ahmed al-Ahmed, who was hailed a national hero for disarming a gunman during the Bondi Beach shooting, after he agreed to an apprehended domestic violence order.
Abishek Porel, 23, Bengal and Delhi Capitals wicketkeeper-batter, arrested in connection with a rape case filed by a medical student alleging physical relationship under promise of marriage, criminal intimidation, and recording intimate moments.
Hiroshima Mayor Kazumi Matsui criticized Russia at the 81st atomic bombing memorial ceremony while again omitting any mention of the United States as the perpetrator of the 1945 attack.
Indian wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia announced they will appeal the acquittal of former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh and assistant secretary Vinod Tomar in a 2023 sexual harassment case, after a Delhi court found insufficient evidence.
UN rights experts urged Canada to protect Sikh activist Moninder Singh, a Canadian national, from credible threats, after he received four duty‑to‑warn notices since 2022. The UN experts also called for accelerated investigations and accountability for perpetrators.
Five UN human rights experts urged Canada to protect Sikh activist Moninder Singh following multiple 'duty to warn' notices regarding credible threats to his life, highlighting concerns of foreign intimidation.
A UK government-backed investigation reveals hundreds of journalists are self-censoring due to safety concerns, especially when covering rightwing protests, the Trump administration, and trans issues, with female journalists facing severe online harassment.
Over 70 mosque attacks occurred in the UK last year, with data showing a 19% rise in anti-Muslim hate crime in England and Wales. The British Muslim Trust criticizes the government's £40m security funding scheme for being difficult to access and slow, despite the increasing threat.
The Calcutta High Court has directed police to arrest Delhi Capitals cricketer Abishek Porel in a rape case and seize his electronic devices to prevent alleged circulation of sensitive material. An FIR was registered against Porel last month at Mogra Police Station, accusing him of physical relations on promise of marriage, recording intimate moments, and threatening the complainant.
Preet Singh resigned as mayor of Wyndham City after months of public and political pressure for providing a character reference for convicted child sex offender Kashyap Patel. Singh admitted poor judgment but accused Victorian MPs of hypocrisy, citing a colleague's similar actions.
Le ministre français des Affaires étrangères, Jean-Noël Barrot, a dénoncé l'intimidation et la détention de deux diplomates français à Téhéran par les services de sécurité iraniens, dont l'un a été molesté, qualifiant l'acte de "gravissime" et promettant des conséquences.
Hilary Armstrong contrasts Tony Blair's approach to party discipline during the Iraq War with Keir Starmer's strict methods. Andy Burnham promises a more open culture, but current and former whips debate the necessity of discipline.
La contrôleuse générale des lieux de privation de liberté a jugé alarmantes les conditions de détention dans le quartier de lutte contre la criminalité organisée de la prison d'Alençon-Condé-sur-Sarthe. Une visite surprise a révélé des violations graves des droits fondamentaux.
This report details team power rankings following recent football matches, highlighting France's grit, Spain's defensive strength, Argentina's comeback, and England's resilience. It also covers Morocco's efficiency, Norway's star performances, Belgium's team effort, and Switzerland's tactical approach.
Le parquet a requis des peines allant de 18 mois avec sursis à 30 ans de prison contre 19 accusés dans l'affaire Athanor, une loge maçonnique soupçonnée d'avoir organisé des crimes violents entre 2016 et 2020.
TMC MP Mahua Moitra was targeted with eggs and allegedly held hostage for four hours by BJP supporters at a party office in Nadia, West Bengal. Moitra accused police of inaction, while authorities stated they urged her to leave. Similar protests occurred against MP Dola Sen.
Thousands participated in anti-migrant protests across South Africa on Tuesday, demanding the expulsion of undocumented foreigners. The demonstrations, largely peaceful, were monitored by a significant police presence. President Cyril Ramaphosa met with protest leaders to urge peaceful conduct.
Victoria's massive 'Big Build' infrastructure projects are reportedly rife with organised crime, intimidation, extortion, fraud, and bribery. The Victorian premier attributes cost escalations to inflation, not corruption, while critics demand a royal commission due to the limited powers of the state's anti-corruption body, Ibac, and the systemic nature of the alleged misconduct.
Bengal and Delhi Capitals wicketkeeper-batter Abhishek Porel faces a police complaint from a woman accusing him of rape, assault, and criminal intimidation. The woman alleges a three-year relationship, sexual relations under the promise of marriage, and subsequent refusal to marry. Porel denies the allegations, calling them baseless and timed with his recent success.
