Severe overcrowding and a lack of exits contributed to a stampede at a religious festival in northern India, authorities said Wednesday, leaving at least 121 people dead as the faithful surged toward the preacher to touch him and chaos ensued. … [Read more...] about Severe overcrowding, lack of exits and mud contributed to a deadly stampede in India
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U.N. weather agency says Tropical Cyclone Freddy that hit eastern Africa last year was longest ever
The U.N. weather agency said Tuesday that Tropical Cyclone Freddy, a deadly Indian Ocean storm that lashed eastern Africa last year, was confirmed to be the longest-lasting cyclone ever recorded at 36 days. … [Read more...] about U.N. weather agency says Tropical Cyclone Freddy that hit eastern Africa last year was longest ever
Aaliyah Edwards impresses in her return, but the Mystics can’t top the Aces
The rookie was back after missing three games with a back injury, but the Mystics couldn’t dethrone the two-time defending champs as they fell, 88-77. … [Read more...] about Aaliyah Edwards impresses in her return, but the Mystics can’t top the Aces
What to Watch: The Supreme Court’s decision on Trump immunity is expected Monday
The Supreme Court's final day of the term will be Monday, when it issues a critical decision on whether former President Donald Trump has immunity from prosecution for his actions related to the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. … [Read more...] about What to Watch: The Supreme Court’s decision on Trump immunity is expected Monday
Supreme Court’s Jan. 6 ruling could upend special counsel Jack Smith’s election case against Trump
Former President Donald Trump wasn't part of last week's Supreme Court ruling on criminal charges for Jan. 6 Capitol rioters, but legal experts say the decision could still help him unravel one of the federal prosecutions he's facing. … [Read more...] about Supreme Court’s Jan. 6 ruling could upend special counsel Jack Smith’s election case against Trump