death penalty
How Charlie Kirk's Assassination Transformed Elon Musk's Public Life and Security Concerns
Dec 11, 2025 01:34 pm CST
Elon Musk reveals how the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has forced him to limit public appearances due to serious security concerns. The Tesla CEO describes life as being in "hardcore mode" where one mistake could be fatal, while authorities pursue first-degree murder charges against the 22-year-old alleged shooter.
Florida Executes Mark Allen Geralds for 1989 Home Invasion Murder, Setting New State Execution Record
Dec 10, 2025 10:14 am CST
Florida has executed Mark Allen Geralds, 58, for the 1989 murder of Tressa Pettibone during a home invasion, marking the state's 18th execution this year and setting a new annual record. Geralds, who was convicted in 1990, died by lethal injection at Florida State Prison after declining further appeals. Evidence included blood-stained jewelry he pawned on the day of the murder and matching plastic ties used to bind the victim.
Trump Threatens Death Penalty for Democrats Urging Military to Refuse Illegal Orders
Nov 21, 2025 01:25 am CST
US President Donald Trump suggested capital punishment for Democratic lawmakers with military backgrounds who encouraged personnel to refuse illegal orders, escalating political tensions by labeling them traitors guilty of sedition. The controversy highlights growing concerns about military deployment both domestically and internationally under Trump's administration.
Shashi Tharoor Condemns Death Penalty for Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina in Absentia Trial
Nov 18, 2025 11:59 am CST
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has expressed concern over the death sentence given to former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, calling it "very troubling." Hasina was sentenced in absentia by Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal for alleged crimes against humanity during student protests last year. Currently residing in Delhi after fleeing Bangladesh in August 2024, Hasina has denied the charges as politically motivated and called for her case to be brought before the International Criminal Court.
Sheikh Hasina's Death Sentence: Former Bangladesh PM Aide Claims "Staged Drama" in Muhammad Yunus-Led Government Tribunal
Nov 18, 2025 11:51 am CST
The Awami League condemns the death sentence against former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina as a "staged drama" in a "kangaroo court." Her close aide Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury claims the verdict was pre-written, denying Hasina proper legal representation, and warns that Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus's interim government is pushing Bangladesh toward civil war while maintaining alleged ties with terrorist organizations.
Death Sentences of World Leaders: Sheikh Hasina and Other Global Figures Who Faced Capital Punishment
Nov 17, 2025 05:50 pm CST
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been sentenced to death for crimes against humanity, joining a historical list of global leaders who received capital punishment. This comprehensive overview examines prominent political figures from Romania, Iraq, Pakistan, and other nations who faced similar fates for offenses ranging from war crimes to human rights violations, offering context to modern political accountability.
Bangladesh Court Sentences Former PM Sheikh Hasina to Death for Crimes Against Humanity
Nov 17, 2025 05:48 pm CST
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been sentenced to death by the International Crimes Tribunal for crimes against humanity during anti-government protests. The 78-year-old leader, who fled to India in August 2024, was found guilty on three counts including incitement and ordering killings that resulted in approximately 1,400 deaths according to UN reports.
Luigi Mangione's Thailand Incident and UnitedHealthcare CEO Shooting Case: What We Know
Oct 22, 2025 03:03 pm CST
The case of Luigi Mangione, charged with killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, reveals a complex background including an alleged attack by transgender women in Thailand months before the shooting and documented criticisms of the US healthcare system. Facing federal charges with prosecutors seeking the death penalty, Mangione's next court appearance is scheduled for December 5.
British Grandmother to Return Home After Decade on Indonesia's Death Row for Drug Trafficking
Oct 21, 2025 07:54 pm CST
Indonesia has agreed to repatriate Lindsay Sandiford, a British grandmother who has spent over a decade on death row for cocaine trafficking. The seriously ill prisoner, now in her late 60s, will return to the UK following an agreement signed between Indonesian and British officials. This repatriation continues Indonesia's recent trend of releasing high-profile foreign drug offenders despite maintaining some of the world's toughest narcotics laws.
Bangladesh Seeks Death Penalty for Sheikh Hasina Over Mass Protest Deaths: International Crimes Tribunal Case Explained
Oct 16, 2025 10:04 pm CST
Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal prosecutor has demanded the death penalty for exiled former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, charging her as the mastermind behind crimes against humanity during the 2024 mass protests that claimed hundreds of lives and led to her ousting. The case proceeds amid rising political tensions as Bangladesh prepares for elections under interim leader Muhammad Yunus.