23 Congolese soldiers face the death penalty or prison for alleged desertion or other crimes

During a thrift shopping trip in Central Ohio, Reddit user lil_secret found a heartfelt yet unsettling note in a accordion folder she purchased, alongside tax documents. The note, believed to be from someone in jail, expressed regret, longing, and hopes for reconciliation with a former partner, while also revealing struggles with substance abuse and troubled relationships. The discovery gained attention on Reddit, with some expressing concern and others calling out red flags in the letter....

Energy minister Michael Shanks faced scrutiny from Fiona Bruce on BBC Question Time for refusing to comment on the approval of oil and gasfields, despite his department being responsible for the decision-making process. The government's conflicting goals of addressing climate change while supporting economic growth have put pressure on their stance. Prime Minister Keir Starmer's promise not to obstruct licenses granted by the previous government has sparked controversy, with the audience applauding Bruce's insistence on...

Masked phone-snatching gangs utilizing 70mph e-bikes are driving a surge in mobile thefts across the UK, with over 225 phones stolen daily. London is the epicenter of the crime wave, recording 65,600 thefts last year. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has pledged to crack down on the issue, announcing increased police powers and calling for improved mobile device security measures from tech companies. Full Article

India and Mongolia's border forces have agreed to strengthen cooperation and conduct joint exercises following their 10th DG-level talks. Discussions encompassed training for border management in mountainous areas, sharing best practices, and utilizing technology for crime prevention. The next meeting is set for September in Mongolia to further enhance collaboration and coordination between the two countries' border security agencies. Full Article

Queen Camilla once despised the idea of becoming queen and criticized royal protocol, as revealed in the book "Yes Ma'am: The Secret Life of Royal Servants" by Tom Quinn. She reportedly expressed her distaste for protocol to Prince Charles and resisted the idea of becoming queen, leading to tense moments. Additionally, Princess Anne blocked Camilla's attempt to break royal protocol during an event, highlighting the complexities of royal hierarchy and tradition. Full Article

Professor Nazila Ghanea, UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief, submitted a groundbreaking report on the connection between torture prevention and religious liberty, highlighting coercion as the main link between the two rights and emphasizing systemic violations impacting minority groups and women. The report reveals patterns of religiously motivated maltreatment, including demands to act against religious beliefs and interference with religious practices, while offering transformative recommendations for states to prohibit coercion, prevent attempts...