Brian Steven Smith was sentenced to 226 years in prison for murdering two Alaska Native women, Kathleen Henry and Veronica Abouchuk, and recording the torture of one. Smith, who showed no emotion during the trial, received additional years for charges including sexual assault and tampering with evidence.
Shytoshi Kusama, the masked figurehead of Shiba Inu cryptocurrency, made a mysterious public appearance in Mumbai with an unidentified companion. The visit, part of his global tour, has sparked curiosity and speculation among the SHIB community.
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, aboard the ISS, expressed confidence in their safe return despite technical issues with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft during a live broadcast. They highlighted their rigorous training and optimism about the spacecraft's performance.
A 26-year-old man was detained by police for the crossbow attack that killed the wife and two daughters of BBC commentator John Hunt in Bushey. The suspect, Kyle Clifford, had a recent breakup with one of the victims and is now receiving medical treatment for injuries.
Former Love Island star Magdalena Sadlo, 29, faces jail after being caught smuggling cocaine as part of a £53 million drug ring. Her arrest is part of one of the UK's largest-ever drug busts, dismantling a highly organized operation.
Parkland shooter Nikolas Cruz has agreed to donate his brain to science as part of a unique settlement with victim Anthony Borges, who hopes the study might prevent future massacres. The agreement also grants Borges rights to Cruz's name for media use and includes a $430,000 pay
A Bronx man was arrested after Zameen Williams, 31, was found murdered and wrapped in a sleeping bag in Manhattan. The NYPD continues to investigate, with the community demanding justice.
Florida rapper Julio Foolio was fatally shot on his 26th birthday in a Tampa North parking lot, sparking controversy amid allegations against fellow rapper Yungeen Ace. A video has emerged where a masked man claims Ace paid $10,000 for Foolio's killing, deepening tensions in their longstanding feud, while Foolio's funeral saw emotional tributes and accusations, underscoring the violent realities in the rap community.
An autopsy has confirmed that adult film star Jesse Jane and her boyfriend, Brett Hasenmueller, died from an accidental overdose of cocaine and fentanyl. Their bodies were discovered in their Moore, Oklahoma home after a welfare check in January
Catherine Kassenoff, a former special counsel to New York Governor Kathy Hochul, died by assisted suicide in May 2023, allegedly to torment her ex-husband and children. Before her death, she posted documents online that unleashed TikTok trolls against her family, intensifying the emotional turmoil.
Kenza Layli, an AI model from Morocco, has been crowned the world's first Miss AI, winning over 1,500 competitors. She aims to use her platform to empower women, protect the environment, and promote positive AI awareness.
A clinical trial in South Africa and Uganda has shown that a twice-yearly injection of the new PrEP drug lenacapavir provides total protection against HIV in young women. The study's success offers hope for a more practical and effective HIV prevention method.
The Sarco, a euthanasia device developed by Exit Switzerland, allows users to die painlessly by pressing a button to fill the pod with nitrogen. The device, created by Dr. Philip Nitschke, is set to launch soon but faces criticism for potentially glamorizing suicide.
Daniel Paduchowski, who reported his wife missing less than a week ago, has admitted to killing her and pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and other charges. The swift resolution involved significant community engagement and effective collaboration by local and federal authorities.
The "Strong Is Beautiful" lingerie campaign by Bluebella, featuring female Olympic rugby stars, faced backlash for being perceived as sexist and regressive. Critics argue it prioritizes selling lingerie over promoting sports for girls, sparking controversy online.
Hollywood actor Dwayne Adway and his ex-wife are challenging the ruling of their daughter Daelena Mackay's death as a suicide, demanding a full LAPD investigation due to suspicious circumstances and injuries. The family is seeking clarity and justice as Daelena's body remains in a morgue.
Actor Mike Heslin, known for his roles in Lioness and The Holiday Proposal Plan, has died at 30 following a sudden cardiac event. His husband, Nicolas James Wilson, shared the news, highlighting Heslin's selfless nature and plans for organ donation.
Lauren Johansen, a nursing student, was found dead in Riverside, California, five days after her father's plea to keep her ex-boyfriend incarcerated was ignored. Authorities believe her ex-boyfriend is responsible for her tragic death.
Former police watchdog head Michael Lockwood, 65, is on trial for allegedly raping and indecently assaulting two 14-year-old girls while working as a lifeguard nearly 40 years ago. Lockwood denies all charges, and the trial continues.
Mark Zuckerberg celebrated America's 248th Independence Day by posting an Instagram video of himself surfing, waving an American flag, and enjoying a beer. The video, set to Bruce Springsteen's "Born in the USA," also highlighted his recovery from an ACL tear.