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March 22, 2024

Former executive receives death sentence after poisoning founder of popular Chinese gaming company

A former executive was sentenced to death for poisoning his company's founder in December 2020 following a dispute over business operations, officials say.

March 22, 2024

Graphic warning labels on cigarette packs don't breach First Amendment, US court rules

A federal appeals court has upheld the requirement for graphic images on cigarette packs and advertisements, ruling that it doesn't violate the First Amendment.

March 21, 2024

NY court to snoop on Trump Organization finances for 3 years, judge orders

Judge Arthur Engoron in New York issued an order on Thursday appointing a monitor to review and watch over Trump Organization finances for a span of no less than three years.

March 21, 2024

More than 300 French coaches, teachers accused of sexual abuse or cover-ups in 2023

France's Sports Minister said that over 300 French coaches, teachers and sports officials were implicated in cases of sexual abuse or covering up such misconduct in 2023.

March 21, 2024

Owner of Vermont firearms training center arrested following altercation, police say

Daniel Banyai, the owner of a firearms training center in Vermont, was arrested following a struggle with a town constable during a traffic stop, police say.

March 21, 2024

Deaf lawmaker welcomed to German parliament in historic first

Heike Heubach has become the first deaf lawmaker in the German parliament. She joined as a replacement for another member who took up a new role, officials say.

March 21, 2024

Trump's defamation suit against ABC News, George Stephanopoulos could be anything from 'slam dunk' to 'dud'

ABC News and George Stephanopoulos are being sued after the host said former President Trump was "found liable for rape," but whether he has a legitimate case is up for debate.

March 20, 2024

Nashville police changes physical fitness requirements, adds 'lactation rooms' to hire more women

The Metro Police Department replaced its physical ability test with a physical ability test to attract more women recruits.

March 20, 2024

Texas man receives more than 10 life sentences for torturing stepchildren, nephews

A North Texas man was convicted and given more than 10 life sentences for torturing several of his stepchildren and nephews who lived with him.

March 20, 2024

Why passing the bar exam will no longer be a requirement to become an attorney in Washington state

Prospective lawyers in Washington may soon be able to skip the bar exam, after the state Supreme Court approved alternative pathways in an effort to boost diversity.