Brad Sigmon, a 67-year-old inmate, is scheduled for execution by firing squad in South Carolina, marking the first such case in the US since 2010. Convicted for the 2001 murders of his ex-girlfriend’s parents, Sigmon chose this method due to concerns about the electric chair and lethal injection. His legal team seeks clemency, stressing his remorse and rehabilitation.
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Hamas returned the remains of four Israeli hostages, including members of the Bibas family, to Israeli authorities, amid a fragile ceasefire. The group indicated willingness to release all remaining hostages in a single swap to secure a permanent ceasefire with Israel.
Kimberly Diei, a pharmacy student at the University of Tennessee, won a $250,000 settlement after being punished for sexually suggestive social media posts. The federal court ruled that the university had violated her First Amendment rights, affirming her right to free expression.
Fuji TV executives resigned amid growing pressure over sexual assault allegations against host Masahiro Nakai. The scandal unfolded after reports revealed Nakai paid a settlement to a woman accusing him of non-consensual acts. Following advertiser withdrawals, show cancellations, and public criticism of Fuji TV’s handling, Nakai retired from entertainment, apologizing. Fuji TV pledged an external investigation and leadership changes.
Jessica Aber, former US attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, was found dead at home on Saturday morning. Alexandria police suspect natural causes, with no evidence of foul play. Aber, 43, was known for prosecutions related to the CIA and Russian fraud cases. Officials and friends expressed condolences, and the investigation continues pending the medical examiner's final ruling.
US President Donald Trump offers advice to Kamala Harris for a potential run for California governor, emphasizing the need for media engagement. Trump reflects on his own successful media strategy and critiques the Democratic Party's approach during the 2024 election. Harris remains quiet with speculation about her next political move.
Amidst internal unrest and international pressure, US President Trump suggests Iran might be more receptive to discussions, emphasising diplomacy while warning of severe consequences if talks fail. Negotiations are planned in Muscat, involving US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Iran faces challenges with its proxies and economic sanctions, yet continues uranium enrichment, raising nuclear concerns.
Kamala Harris has launched a new website for her detailing her accomplishments throughout her political career. "From her barrier-breaking time as District Attorney of San Francisco and Attorney General of California, to proudly serving as a United States Senator and the Vice President of the United States, Kamala Harris always fights for the people," the site said.
"Unfortunately, President Trump – I have great respect for him as a leader of a nation that we have great respect for, the American people who always support us – unfortunately lives in this disinformation space," Zelenskyy said. Trump reacted sharply to the public badmouthing and said Zelensky is a dictator without elections.
Transgender activists are pushing back against Archimedes Banya's new monthly 'Cultural & religious women’s night' for biologically female-only clients, citing exclusion. The spa, which also offers an 'Inclusive women’s night' open to all women, defends the policy as respecting cultural and religious traditions. Activists have vowed protests until the policy changes.