A Florida physician, Stephen Andrew Leedy, is federally charged with child sexual exploitation, including encouraging minors to self-harm. This behavior allegedly led to the death of a 13-year-old girl. Leedy could face life imprisonment if convicted. His wife, Lynda Leedy, continues her leadership role in Pinellas County’s Juvenile Welfare Board.
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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa vowed continued support for the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) after 14 South African soldiers were killed in ongoing conflict with Rwanda-backed M23 fighters. Despite calls for withdrawal from political groups like the Economic Freedom Fighters, Ramaphosa emphasized South Africa's commitment to peace efforts and called for a ceasefire. The Southern African development community (SADC) mission, with South Africa leading, will continue until peace is... Expand
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