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Pistorius appeal delayed as prosecutors say athlete’s term was ‘shockingly low’
A South African judge today delayed a ruling on whether to allow the prosecution to appeal Oscar Pistorius’s five-year prison sentence for killing...
Sexual threats, CIA torture methods detailed in Senate report due today
The anticipated Senate Intelligence Committee report due today includes graphic new details about the intelligence agency’s use of sleep deprivation,...
U.S. prepares for CIA torture report release backlash
The White House and U.S. embassies around the world are preparing for a report from the Senate Intelligence Committee that will be the first public accounting...
Brisbane battered by ‘supercell’ storm bringing 140kph winds
Australia’s third largest city has been hit by one of its worst storms in decades, injuring dozens and damaging homes and power lines.
Pistorius may have bent the rules during first birthday behind bars
Oscar Pistorius, serving a five-year prison sentence for killing his girlfriend, received a long visit from his brother and sister for his 28th birthday...
Five dead and hundreds stranded in ferocious U.S. snowstorm
At least five people have died after New York state was struck by a massive early season snowstorm described as one of the worst in living memory.
'We crossed the line,' U.S. admits to UN anti-torture group
The United States insisted Wednesday that it did not condone torture under any circumstances, but acknowledged to a UN anti-torture watchdog it had “crossed...
Regulators fine global banks $3.4 billion in foreign currency probe
U.S., British and Swiss regulators have collectively fined five global banks more than $3 billion for attempted manipulation of foreign exchange markets.
Polar bears, migratory birds, and fish get new UN protection
Polar bears, whales, sharks and gazelles were among 31 new species granted new protection status by the UN conservation body.
Prosecutors to appeal Oscar Pistorius verdict and sentence
South Africa’s state prosecutors say they will appeal against the conviction and sentence handed to double amputee athlete Oscar Pistorius.
Oscar Pistorius begins five-year sentence; will the Olympian compete again?
Oscar Pistorius will not compete in the Paralympics for five years, according to officials, barring the “blade-runner” from Rio Olympics in...
Oscar Pistorius begins five-year jail term - but he may be out in 10 months
Oscar Pistorius has been taken away in a police van with barred windows to start serving a five-year prison sentence for killing girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.
Sobbing Pistorius deserves 10 years in jail, insists prosecution
Oscar Pistorius solemnly hugged his lawyer Barry Roux today and then sat down alone in court as the defence and prosecutions teams finished their closing...
Hitman’s ‘obscenities’ drive tearful Pistorius’ sister from court
Oscar Pistorius’ sister left his sentencing hearing in tears on Thursday after a self-confessed hitman was accused of mouthing obscenities at her.
Pistorius court reduced to tears as Steenkamp’s cousin speaks of death
A courtroom has been reduced to tears after Reeva Steenkamp’s cousin described the moment she learned the model had been shot dead by Oscar Pistorius.
Steenkamp family rejected ‘blood money’ from Pistorius, court hears
Oscar Pistorius offered the family of Reeva Steenkamp $33,500 as compensation for the death of his former girlfriend, a court has heard.
Pistorius’ punishment suggestion to ‘clean a museum’ prompts anger
A South African prison official on Monday recommended Oscar Pistorius clean a museum as punishment for shooting dead his girlfriend, sparking prosecution...
Pistorius ‘should only get community service for killing Reeva’ court hears
Oscar Pistorius is a “broken man” after killing his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp and “flashbacks of the shooting will be mental images...
'Broken man' Pistorius awaits to hear his fate in Pretoria court
Oscar Pistorius has been left a “broken man” by his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp’s death and “flashbacks of the shooting will be...
World-famous Waldorf Astoria New York sold to Chinese
The storied hotel is being sold to Chinese insurance company Anbang Insurance Group Co., but Hilton International will continue to manage the property...
GM’s 71st recall of the year affects half a million vehicles
General Motors Co said on Friday it was recalling 524,384 cars and sport utility vehicles globally in two actions and would stop sales of two new truck...
From bald to worse: Phil Spector mug shots show toll of age, prison
Two newly released photos of Phil Spector show the toll of age and prison on the once flamboyant music legend.
Auf Wiedersehen to plastic at Berlin’s no-packaging store
Clutching their preserve jars, Tupperware boxes and cloth shopping bags, Berliners can now buy their groceries package-free in a “pre-cycling”...
Guilty: Pistorius faces jail as he’s convicted of culpable homicide
Oscar Pistorius is facing jail after being convicted of manslaughter for shooting dead his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.
Four reasons why Oscar Pistorius wasn’t found guilty of murder
In a surprise decision for many, Judge Thokozile Masipa ruled Thursday that she will not find Oscar Pistorius guilty of murdering Reeva Steenkamp, premeditated...
Not guilty of murder: Oscar Pistorius cleared of most serious charges
Oscar Pistorius has been cleared of murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp - but he could still face a lengthy jail term if found guilty of her manslaughter.
Movie numerology: Mathematical minds multiply at Toronto film fest
At this year’s Toronto International Film Festival, two of the most lauded and talked-about films are portraits of elite mathematical minds.
'Provocative' act: Canadian warship 'buzzed' by Russian military jet
Russia has dismissed Canada’s complaint that three Russian military aircraft acted “provocatively” by flying near a Canadian navy frigate...
After causing a stink, hot sauce plant offers tours
A Southern California hot sauce plant that came under fire for its spicy odours is throwing open its doors to the public, offering a whiff of excitement...
British university seeks ‘chocolate doctor’ to study sweet treat
Is there a doctor of chocolate in the house? Cambridge University in England is seeking a doctoral student to pursue what sounds like the sweetest job...
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