accountability
Bangladesh Court Sentences Former PM Sheikh Hasina to Death: Chief Adviser Yunus Affirms "No One Above the Law"
Nov 18, 2025 12:45 am CST
Bangladesh's Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has endorsed the special tribunal's death sentence verdict against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her aide for crimes against humanity during the 2023 student protests. Yunus emphasized that this ruling upholds the principle that no one is above the law, while calling for calm as Bangladesh works to rebuild its democratic institutions after the protests that ended Hasina's 16-year rule.
Virginia Giuffre's Family Celebrates as Her "Extraordinary Courage" Strips Prince Andrew of Royal Titles
Oct 31, 2025 09:17 am CST
The family of Virginia Giuffre has commended King Charles' decision to remove Prince Andrew's royal titles following sexual assault allegations. In a statement to the BBC, they praised Virginia's persistent fight for accountability, describing how "an ordinary American girl" used "truth and extraordinary courage" to hold a British royal accountable for alleged childhood sexual assault.
India's Stampede Crisis: From Karur to Bengaluru - A Call for Systemic Crowd Safety Reform
Oct 16, 2025 02:14 pm CST
This comprehensive analysis examines India's recurring stampede tragedies, from Karur to Bengaluru, identifying systemic failures in infrastructure, administration, and safety culture. The article proposes three crucial reforms: implementing a National Crowd Safety Act, adopting scientific crowd management technologies, and cultivating a public safety culture to prevent future disasters and protect lives during mass gatherings across India.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin Promises Full Investigation Into Deadly Karur Stampede at Vijay's Political Rally
Oct 04, 2025 04:44 pm CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has pledged a thorough investigation into the Karur stampede tragedy that claimed 41 lives during actor-politician Vijay's TVK party rally. A court-ordered Special Investigation Team will ensure accountability while the state develops comprehensive safety protocols for public gatherings. The Madras High Court has temporarily banned political rallies on highways until proper safety guidelines are implemented.
Who is Arun Subramanian? The Indian-American Judge Who Sentenced Sean 'Diddy' Combs to Prison
Oct 04, 2025 03:22 pm CST
Explore Judge Arun Subramanian's impressive journey from Indian immigrant parents to becoming the first South Asian judge on the US District Court for the Southern District of New York, and his pivotal role in sentencing music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs to prison for serious charges related to exploitation and violence against women.
Tamil Nadu Opposition Leader Accuses DMK Government of Evading Responsibility for Deadly Karur Stampede
Sep 30, 2025 11:48 pm CST
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami has accused the Tamil Nadu government of failing to protect citizens during the Karur stampede that killed 41 people. He questioned the government's decision to hold a press briefing while a Commission of Inquiry is already investigating the incident, suggesting this unusual approach indicates an attempt to shift blame and evade responsibility for the tragedy that occurred during actor-politician Vijay's political rally.
"Who Has Control?" Experts Question Albania's AI-Generated Minister
Sep 22, 2025 09:33 pm CST
Last week, Albania announced that an AI-generated minister would take charge of a new public tenders portfolio.
Poll Panel On Cleanup Mode, 808 Inactive Political Parties Delisted
Sep 19, 2025 10:18 pm CST
The Election Commission of India has stepped up its efforts to remove inactive political parties from its records. The Commission has delisted 808 Registered Unrecognised Political Parties that have not contested elections in 6 years.
US Man Collapses In Restaurant, Dies After Staff Dump Him Outside Thinking He's Homeless
Sep 18, 2025 11:39 pm CST
Houston police await autopsy results to determine the exact cause of death.
Prince Harry Has 'Clear Conscience' Over Explosive Memoir 'Spare'
Sep 15, 2025 04:54 pm CST
With its unstinting depiction of the royals and at times uncomfortably detailed account of his life as a prince, "Spare" flew off the shelves after its release in January 2023.