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Published on 06:08 GMT

Conversations with an Executioner: a chilling classic reveals the mind of a Nazi mass murderer

In 1949, Kazimierz Moczarski, a leading member of the Polish resistance, was in his fourth year of incarceration when he was moved into a cell with two Nazis at Warsaw’s Mokotów prison. One of them was Jürgen Stroop – a war criminal and SS general who had …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Aug 16, 2026

Deportation of foreign nationals in Scotland's overcrowed prisons must be 'urgently explored' amid rise

The Tories called for more to be done to deport foreign criminals The number of foreign nationals in Scotland’s overcrowded prisons has risen by almost 100 in just a year, sparking calls for greater efforts to deport them. The Scottish Conservatives said …

Source: The Scotsman - Neutral
Published on 04:13 GMT

Historians, doctors and workers on five continents demand freedom for jailed Ukrainian socialist Bogdan Syrotiuk

Opposition to the imprisonment of Bogdan Syrotiuk continued to build over the weekend, six days after a Ukrainian court gave the 27-year-old socialist 15 years in prison for calling for the unity of Ukrainian and Russian workers against the war. The …

Source: World Socialist Web Site - Left-wing
Published on Aug 16, 2026

Syria arrests former police commander who fled from Austria accused of collaborating with the old regime

The Syrian security forces have arrested this Saturday in the city of Daraa, in the south of the country, a former police commander identified as Musab Abu Rakba, who is accused of having collaborated with the overthrown regime of Bashar al Assad. …

Source: Democrata - Neutral
Published on Aug 16, 2026

Poland’s Foreign Minister Says Russia Is Waging a War Without Tanks

Warsaw says Moscow is escalating pressure beyond the battlefield, while a recent espionage conviction adds a striking detail to the broader warning. This was stated by Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski in an interview with Kathimerini. The Kremlin …

Source: Mezha - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 16, 2026

On-the-Lam Polish Politician Surfaces in Renegade, Pro-Moscow Moldova Territory

A senior Polish politician on the run from corruption charges and potentially a quarter-century in prison is living in a breakaway, pro-Moscow region of Moldova outside the reach of Interpol and European justice, news agencies in Moldova and Ukraine …

Source: Kyiv Post - Neutral
Published on Aug 15, 2026

Former Assad officer returns to Syria after Austria sentence

QAMISHLI, Syria (North Press) – A former Syrian security officer convicted in Austria of abusing detainees during Bashar al-Assad’s rule has returned to Syria while appealing an eight-year prison sentence, Reuters reported on Friday. Lieutenant Colonel …

Source: North Press Agency - Center-left
Published on Aug 15, 2026

Syrian security forces arrest Assad regime officer convicted in Austria

DARAA, Syria (North Press) – Syrian security forces on Saturday announced the arrest of former al-Assad regime Lieutenant Colonel Musab Abu Rakba in Daraa Governorate, southern Syria. The Security Forces in Daraa said Abu Rakba had previously served as a …

Source: North Press Agency - Center-left
Published on Aug 15, 2026

Mysterious cult behind Hungarian murder: Man killed his ex-wife after bitter family dispute – tabloid

On the morning of 18 August 1995, a visibly distressed man walked into the police station in Jászberény and told officers to arrest him. He said he had strangled his wife during an argument at their home in the Hungarian town. However, investigators soon …

Source: Daily News Hungary - Neutral
Published on Aug 15, 2026

Assad-era Officer Convicted in Austria Reportedly Returns to Syria a Free Man

A former Syrian security officer sentenced to prison in Austria for abusing detainees during Bashar al-Assad’s rule left the country while appealing against his sentence and returned to Syria earlier this month, according to four sources and messages …

Source: Asharq Al-Awsat - Pro-Government
Published on 10:04 GMT

Israeli security minister calls for killing ’30 to 40′ in Gaza every night

Israel’s Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir has called for the Israeli army to carry out targeted assassinations in Gaza every night, arguing it should be “taking down 30 to 40 every night”. The remarks surfaced on August 16 in the first episode …

Source: Brussels Signal - Right-wing
Published on Aug 16, 2026

World Leaders Issue Joint Statement on Iran Executions

More than thirty countries issued a joint statement condemning Iran’s executions of those who participated in protests earlier this year. The countries behind the statement include Canada, Albania, Austria, Australia, Belgium, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech …

Source: Charisma News - Right-wing
Published on 00:03 GMT

The Russian Church's war on Europe

Women in white headscarves selling festive decorations, floral teacups, Orthodox icons and matryoshka dolls were once a familiar sight at Christmas markets across Europe. But ever since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the Belarusian nuns behind …

Source: Unherd - Center-right
Published on Aug 15, 2026

Ukrainian rapper intended target of alleged Russian assassination plot in Poland, media reports

The Ukrainian rapper Albert Vasiliev, known under the stage name Kyivstoner, was the intended target of a thwarted assassination plot orchestrated by Russian intelligence, Polish news outlet RMF24 reported on Aug. 14. The news comes after Polish …

Source: The Kyiv Independent - Neutral
Published on Aug 14, 2026

Moscow Court Jails Man 23 Years for Spying for Poland

A judge in Moscow has sentenced a Russian man to 23 years in prison after finding him guilty of treason for allegedly spying for Poland, Russia’s FSB security service said Friday. Georgy Pirogov was handed the sentence along with a fine of 800,000 rubles ( …

Source: The Moscow Times - Center-left
Published on Aug 14, 2026

Assad-era officer convicted in Austria returns to Syria a free man, sources say

DAMASCUS/FRANKFURT, Aug 14 - A former Syrian security officer sentenced to prison in Austria for abusing detainees during Bashar al-Assad’s rule left the country while appealing against his sentence and returned to Syria earlier this month, according …

Source: The Straits Times - Pro-Government
Published on Aug 14, 2026

Warsaw Man Receives Four Years In Prison For Leaving Work Release Without Permission

By Liz Adkins InkFreeNews Jeremy Allen Smith WARSAW – A Warsaw man received four years in prison for failing to return to the Kosciusko County Work Release center. Jeremy Allen Smith, 48, Warsaw, was charged with escape, a level 5 felony. Smith was …

Source: Ink Free News - Indiana - Pending
Published on Aug 14, 2026

Man attacks two Hungarian police officers and service dog, officers use tear gas to stop him – video

A man in his twenties has been arrested in Hungary after allegedly attacking two police officers and a service dog during an incident at his home in Komárom-Esztergom County. The man was reportedly behaving aggressively and damaging property inside his …

Source: Daily News Hungary - Neutral
Published on Aug 14, 2026

Warsaw Man Receives Local Sentence For Domestic Battery, Obstruction Of Justice

By Liz Adkins InkFreeNews WARSAW – A Warsaw man will serve a five-year sentence locally for battering a woman and repeatedly asking her to drop the criminal charges against him. Riley Joseph Culp, 29, 2020 Deer Trail, Warsaw, was charged with obstruction …

Source: Ink Free News - Indiana - Pending

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Published on August 16, 2026 - 14:40 GMT

Another Death at Melrose Prison Mauritius Raises Urgent Questions Over Drugs, Corruption and Prisoner Safety

Foreign Prisoners Network Mauritius is calling for an immediate, transparent and independent investigation following the death of 43-year-old Avinash Ramgotee. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- His death comes against …

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Published on August 15, 2026 - 19:36 GMT

Foreign Prisoners Network Mauritius Requests Independent Review of Medication Administration in Mauritius Prisons

Organization seeks verification of whether prescribed medication is consistently administered and documented following concerns raised by detainees LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Foreign Prisoners Network Mauritius …

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Published on August 16, 2026 - 19:15 GMT

British Father Ashley Tierney Faces Trial in Mauritius After Nearly Seven Years in Pre-Trial Detention

Foreign Prisoners Network calls for urgent international media scrutiny, fair trial monitoring, and investigation into allegations of torture and abuse LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Foreign Prisoners Network is …

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Published on August 17, 2026 - 08:19 GMT

CDCR Seeking Incarcerated Person Who Walked Away from Male Community Reentry Program in Los Angeles

Los Angeles – California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials are searching for an incarcerated person who walked away from a Male Community Reentry Program in Los Angeles County on Aug. 16, 2026. At approximately 5:40 p.m., staff …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 23:21 GMT

Dallas company expands educational program serving Texas prisons

Under the leadership of Perry Holloway, Understand People is teaching the art of public speaking to Texas inmates DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Just outside Dallas, there's something interesting going on in …

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Published on August 11, 2026 - 22:51 GMT

Bamberg County Statement Regarding Detention Center Officer Arrest

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE To: News Media, Bamberg County Residents From: Bamberg County Administration Date: August 11, 2026 Re: Bamberg County Statement Regarding Detention Center Officer Arrest Bamberg, South Carolina (August 2026) — Bamberg …

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Published on August 11, 2026 - 15:18 GMT

New Body Scanner Installed at County Correctional Facility Device

Publish Date: 1/18/2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 18, 2023 Contact: Sheriff Jeffery T. Smith [email protected] 518-853-5533 Morgan McClary, [email protected]; 518-774-9138 New Body Scanner Installed at County …

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Published on August 11, 2026 - 17:44 GMT

SLED Charges Bamberg County Detention Center Correctional Officer with Assault & Battery

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) charged Leroy James Strother Jr., 60, with Assault & Battery – 3rd Degree on Monday, August 10, 2026. The Bamberg Police Department requested the SLED investigation. Details can be found in the …

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Published on August 17, 2026 - 10:14 GMT

2026 ThreeBestRated® Recognized Lynette Silon-Laguna Among Tampa’s Top 3 Divorce Lawyers

TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Divorce and family-related legal matters can bring emotional stress, financial uncertainty and difficult decisions. Questions involving child custody, property, support arrangements or …

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Published on August 16, 2026 - 19:15 GMT

Paranova Property Buyers Launches Free Arkansas Inherited Property Resource Center

The new online center connects Arkansas families with 18 plain-language guides about probate, heirs, estate debts, taxes, title, and inherited-house decisions. LITTLE ROCK, AR, UNITED STATES, August 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Paranova …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on August 16, 2026 - 19:15 GMT

British Father Ashley Tierney Faces Trial in Mauritius After Nearly Seven Years in Pre-Trial Detention

Foreign Prisoners Network calls for urgent international media scrutiny, fair trial monitoring, and investigation into allegations of torture and abuse LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Foreign Prisoners Network is …

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Published on August 16, 2026 - 14:40 GMT

Another Death at Melrose Prison Mauritius Raises Urgent Questions Over Drugs, Corruption and Prisoner Safety

Foreign Prisoners Network Mauritius is calling for an immediate, transparent and independent investigation following the death of 43-year-old Avinash Ramgotee. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- His death comes against …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on August 16, 2026 - 14:40 GMT

Federal CFPA Case Peters v. Checkout.com, No. 2026-CFP-00004: Discovery Ongoing, Response Deadline August 27, 2026

Administrative Law Judge confirms discovery ongoing in Case No. 2026-CFP-00004 while granting Checkout.com extension to file response COVINGTON, LA, UNITED STATES, August 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A federal whistleblower retaliation …

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Published on August 16, 2026 - 08:01 GMT

Gubernatorial Candidate Evelyn Castillo-Bach: Florida's August 18 Election Is a Vote for a Real Living Wage

PEMBROKE PINES, FL, UNITED STATES, August 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Evelyn Castillo-Bach, candidate for Governor of Florida and Executive Director of Balanced Justice Network, today announced her commitment to establish a proper living wage …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 16, 2026 - 07:56 GMT

The '72-Hour Rule' Insurance Companies Use After Accidents

Dallas attorneys who once defended insurance companies reveal the 72-hour claims playbook used to limit what accident victims can recover. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, August 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dallas, TX – July 21, 2026 – The first 72 …

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Published on August 15, 2026 - 19:36 GMT

Foreign Prisoners Network Mauritius Requests Independent Review of Medication Administration in Mauritius Prisons

Organization seeks verification of whether prescribed medication is consistently administered and documented following concerns raised by detainees LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Foreign Prisoners Network Mauritius …

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Published on August 15, 2026 - 19:36 GMT

Todd J. Stein’s Film The Final Fight Official Trailer Tops 11,000 Views in Its First Week

Writer-director Todd J. Stein's deeply personal film about a son's fight to save his father now heads to the film festival circuit. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, August 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NEW YORK — The Final Fight, a new …

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Published on August 15, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

Rancho Cucamonga Whistleblower Retaliation Lawsuit Alleges Wrongful Termination

Huprich Law Firm represents a California employee alleging retaliation after raising compliance and legal concerns at a property management company. RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA, UNITED STATES, August 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Attorney Joseph J. …

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Published on August 15, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

childbestinterest.eu Launches to Challenge the Adult Bias Shaping Decisions About Children

Over 14% of children globally face mental health challenges. A new European platform says the system is failing them - and names why. PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC, August 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Every day, adults make decisions about children. …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 23:21 GMT

Dallas company expands educational program serving Texas prisons

Under the leadership of Perry Holloway, Understand People is teaching the art of public speaking to Texas inmates DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Just outside Dallas, there's something interesting going on in …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 20:31 GMT

Award-Winning Open Sesame Expands Same-Day Garage Door Repair in Summerlin

Open Sesame expands same-day garage door repair across Summerlin for broken springs, opener failures, cables, off-track doors and more. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- # Quality Business Award Winner Open …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 19:50 GMT

Brent Stewart Voted Best Workers' Compensation Attorney in Columbia's Best 2026

Founder of Stewart Law Offices, Brent Stewart recognized by Free Times readers for his work representing injured workers across the Midlands COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- COLUMBIA, S.C. — August 12, 2026 — …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 19:38 GMT

Phillips Law Group Phoenix Office Surpasses 2,500 Google Reviews, Earns 4.9-Star Rating

Firm-wide review count now exceeds 4,000 across Arizona Google Business Profiles, reflecting a continued focus on client service. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PHOENIX, Ariz. — Aug. 14, 2026 — Phillips Law …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 19:34 GMT

O'Connor Injury Law Gave Away 100 Tickets as Presenting Sponsor of FerryHawks Irish Heritage Night

O'Connor Injury Law hosted a free ticket giveaway and celebrated Irish spirit at Staten Island University Hospital Community Park STATEN ISLAND, NY, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- O'Connor Injury Law served as the …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 18:09 GMT

New York's Homeowner Exemption Shields Owners, Not Contractors, as Falls Killed 370 Construction Workers

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gorayeb & Associates advises workers hurt on house renovations, roof work and solar installations that the Scaffold Law still reaches the general contractor and every …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 17:35 GMT

FLEOA Applauds U.S. Marshals Service and Law Enforcement Partners Following Recovery of 48 Missing Children

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) applauds the U.S. Marshals Service and its federal, state, and local law enforcement partners following the successful …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 16:26 GMT

$15 Million Settlement Reached by Attorney F. Gregory Barnhart Before Trial in Child Drowning Case

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- F. Gregory Barnhart, a senior partner in the Searcy, Denney, Scarola, Barnhart & Shipley, P.A. law firm in West Palm Beach, has settled a tragic child drowning case …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Federal Court Appoints Stephen J. Donell as Receiver Over Multi-State Entities, Case No. 26-CV-141

On 07/08/26, U.S. District Court appointed Stephen Donell as Receiver over 20 entities and assets across eight states in Summitbridge Wealth Management. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- July 14, 2026 …

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