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French mother sentenced to life for daughter's starvation death

A French woman was sentenced on Friday to life in prison for starving to death her daughter, who died of a heart attack in 2020 at the age of 13 after years of abuse.

Indonesia landslide death toll rises to 25

The death toll from a landslide on Indonesia's main island of Java rose to 25 as rescuers found three more bodies on Friday, a search and rescue agency official said.

Life term sought for French mother in daughter's starvation death

A French mother accused of starving to death her daughter who died of a heart attack aged 13 should be given a life sentence, the prosecutor told her trial Friday.

Hong Kong revives border village in alternative tourism push

Tourists in Hong Kong are flocking to the 300-year-old village of Kuk Po, whose decaying mansions and reed fields offer a respite from the city's famously frenetic pace.

Deadly teen knife crisis UK's 'new normal'

Recruited at the age of eight by a drugs gang, Rhys was part of Britain's violent knife crime "crisis" until his best friend was fatally stabbed and died in his arms.

'Nerve-racking': Inside the aerial battle to tame Los Angeles fires

Helicopter pilot Tim Thomas has fought dozens of wildfires all over the world, but nothing prepared him for the scale and the challenge of the devastating blazes that ripped through Los Angeles.

Climate change cooks up Japanese 'cabbage shock'

Japan's much-loved "tonkatsu" pork cutlets come with a mound of freshly shredded cabbage, but a surge in the price of the humble vegetable has prompted chef Katsumi Shinagawa to skimp on servings.

Moderna Awarded Tender for the Supply of Its mRNA COVID-19 Vaccine in the European Union

The Agreement provides participating countries with the opportunity to diversify their mRNA COVID-19 vaccine supply and gain access to pre-filled syringe vaccine formats

The Now Corporation's (OTC:NWPN) Subsidiary, Green Rain Solar Inc., Targets Southwest Expansion with EV Charging and Community Solar Initiatives

PASADENA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 24, 2025 / The Now Corporation (OTC PINK:NWPN) is excited to announce that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Green Rain Solar Inc., is preparing to establish a significant presence in the Southwest, focusing on the New Mexico and Arizona markets. The company plans to collaborate with channel partners to drive the adoption of solar-powered electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, a pivotal step in its commitment to delivering innovative and sustainable energy solutions.

New to The Street Partners With Brio Financial Group to Bridge Financial Expertise and Premier Media Exposure for Growth Companies

By integrating financial expertise with premier media exposure, this partnership will offer businesses a comprehensive solution for achieving visibility and financial success. BrioFinancial brings years of experience advising emerging growth companies on capital procurement, IPO readiness, financial reporting and strategic planning, while New to The Street provides a multi-channel media platform, including national broadcasts on Fox Business and Bloomberg, a 2.1M+ subscriber YouTube channel, and iconic outdoor campaigns managed by AMI Media, including the NASDAQ Tower and Reuters billboards in Times Square.

Indonesia, France to sign deal to transfer Frenchman on death row

Indonesia and France will sign an agreement Friday for the transfer of a Frenchman who has languished on death row since 2007 for alleged drug offences, an Indonesian minister and sources close to the talks told AFP.

Federal judge blocks Trump bid to restrict birthright citizenship

A federal judge on Thursday put a temporary block on US President Donald Trump's attempt to restrict birthright citizenship.

'Evil' UK child stabbing spree killer jailed for life

A judge on Thursday jailed for life a British teenager who killed three young girls in a frenzied stabbing spree, as the families wept in court at the horrific details of the "extreme violence" they suffered.

Overnight firefight tames new California blaze

Firefighters who battled through the night to tame a new blaze that erupted near Los Angeles appeared to be making progress on Thursday, even as dangerous fire weather continued throughout Southern California.

Germany knife attack on children reignites pre-vote migrant debate

A deadly knife attack on a kindergarten group in Germany, where an Afghan man was arrested at the scene, reignited a bitter immigration debate Thursday, a month before elections.

'Shattered souls': tears as UK child killer sentenced to life

A judge on Thursday jailed for life a British teenager who killed three young girls in a frenzied stabbing spree, as the families wept in court at horrific details of the "extreme violence" he inflicted on them.

'Shattered souls': tears as horror of stabbing spree retold at UK court

The families of children killed and wounded by a teenager in a UK knife rampage wept in court Thursday as they relived the chilling details of a frenzied attack on a girls' dance class.

Hibatullah Akhundzada: Afghanistan's reclusive Taliban leader

Secluded in his stronghold in southern Afghanistan, reclusive Taliban Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada is the cornerstone of the movement that has ruled the country unchallenged since reclaiming power in 2021, strictly enforcing Islamic law.

Spain govt to cover full cost of repairing flood-damaged buildings

Spain's central government will cover the full cost of rebuilding schools, libraries and other municipal buildings damaged in last year's deadly floods, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said Thursday.

Tears, gasps as UK court hears horrific details of stabbing spree

The families of children killed and wounded by a teenager in a knife rampage that sparked the country's worst riots in years wept in court Thursday as prosecutors described the frenzied attack.

S.African anti-apartheid activists sue govt over lack of justice

Twenty-five families of victims and survivors of apartheid-era crimes are suing the South African government over a "gross failure" to investigate and prosecute perpetrators, said the rights group representing victims on Thursday.

Cocaine seizures in Rotterdam down sharply

Europe's largest port Rotterdam saw a significant decrease in cocaine smuggled through its gates last year, Dutch law authorities said Thursday, citing increased security measures and stronger international cooperation.

UK child killer ordered out of stabbing spree sentencing

A UK teenager who murdered three young girls in a stabbing spree last year that sparked the country's worst riots in over a decade was Thursday ordered out of court by a judge for disrupting the start of his sentencing.

Negligence played key role in Turkey ski resort deaths: expert

Negligence played a role in the deaths of 78 people who perished when a huge fire gutted a luxury ski resort hotel in northern Turkey this week, an expert has told AFP.

J-pop star Nakai to retire after sex misconduct allegations: media

One of Japan's biggest pop stars and best-known TV hosts, Masahiro Nakai, announced his retirement Thursday over sexual misconduct allegations, reports said, in the latest scandal to rock Japan's entertainment industry.

S. Korea investigators recommend Yoon be charged with insurrection, abuse of power

South Korean investigators recommended Thursday that impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol be charged with insurrection and abuse of power, as they handed over the results of their probe into his ill-fated declaration of martial law to prosecutors.

Axel Rudakubana: troubled teen whose knife rampage shocked Britain

Once an unassuming schoolboy who attended a UK drama club, teenager Axel Rudakubana retreated into his own world over the years, searching for increasingly violent images online.

UK teen faces sentencing over murders that sparked riots

A UK judge is due on Thursday to sentence a teenager who brutally murdered three young girls in a stabbing spree last year that sparked the country's worst riots in over a decade.

Mass evacuations after explosive new fire erupts near Los Angeles

A new wildfire erupted north of Los Angeles on Wednesday, exploding in size and forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate their homes, in a region already on edge after two deadly blazes.

The Now Corporation (OTC:NWPN) In Conjunction With Subsidiary Green Rain Solar Inc., Launch a Visionary Video Showcasing Solar Energy Solutions

PASADENA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 23, 2025 / The Now Corporation (OTC PINK:NWPN) and its subsidiary, Green Rain Solar Inc., are proud to unveil an inspiring video that highlights their mission to revolutionize urban solar energy solutions. The video, available on YouTube, provides an engaging glimpse into how Green Rain Solar Inc. is transforming rooftops into sustainable energy hubs that seamlessly integrate with the grid.

New explosive wildfire erupts near Los Angeles

A new wildfire erupted north of Los Angeles on Wednesday, exploding in size and sparking thousands of evacuation orders in a region already staggering from the effects of huge blazes.

Musk seeks Trump pardon for 'Bitcoin Jesus,' charged with fraud

Elon Musk said Tuesday he was exploring a presidential pardon for "Bitcoin Jesus," who was arrested last year on fraud and tax evasion charges, after applauding Donald Trump for exonerating the founder of a dark web drug marketplace.

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