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A series of murders involving two women and a teenage girl in Argentina, allegedly linked to drug gangs and streamed live on Instagram, led to multiple arrests including a suspect who gave an interview on TV; the case has sparked outrage and discussions on femicide in the country.
Police in Argentina have arrested a woman suspected of involvement in the livestreamed torture and murder of three young women, linked to drug gangs, with a total of seven suspects now detained. The killings, which sparked protests and are considered a 'narco-femicide,' have highlighted ongoing issues of gender violence in the country amid government cuts to gender-based programs.
In Argentina, the murders of two young women and a teenage girl, live-streamed on social media and linked to drug gangs, sparked nationwide protests demanding justice and highlighting issues of femicide and violence against women.
Thousands in Buenos Aires protested for justice after three women, Morena Verdi, Brenda Del Castillo, and Lara Gutierrez, were murdered in a case linked to drug gangs, with the crime reportedly broadcast live on social media; police have detained five suspects, but Instagram denies the livestream occurred on its platform.
Kenyan police used teargas and arrested at least three people during protests against femicide in Nairobi, where hundreds of mostly women marched to demand action against gender-based violence. The protests, which also occurred in Mombasa and Lodwar, were peaceful, and the police's intervention remains unexplained. Among those detained was Amnesty International Kenya's executive director. The protests aimed to raise awareness and pressure the government to implement stricter laws to combat femicide, as at least 97 women were killed in such incidents between August and October.
A 23-year-old Italian man, Filippo Turetta, has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of his ex-girlfriend, Giulia Cecchettin, in a case that has highlighted the issue of femicide in Italy. Turetta was found guilty of multiple charges, including murder and concealment of a corpse, and was ordered to pay damages to the victim's family. The case has sparked a national debate on violence against women, with statistics showing that a woman is killed by a partner every three days in Italy. Cecchettin's family has criticized the government's response and launched a foundation to combat such violence.
President-elect Donald Trump has announced several cabinet nominees, including heads for the CDC and FDA, requiring Senate approval. Key Republican senators like Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski may influence the confirmation process. Meanwhile, a UN report highlights alarming femicide rates, particularly in Africa and Asia, with many cases involving partners or relatives. In lifestyle news, America's Test Kitchen suggests preparing Thanksgiving dishes in advance for a stress-free holiday. Additionally, a photojournalist's book documents the impact of U.S. policy on El Salvador's civil war.
A Kenyan man, Collins Jumaisi Khalusha, has been charged with multiple murders after the dismembered remains of nine people were found in a Nairobi quarry. Khalusha allegedly confessed to killing 42 women, but his lawyer claims the confession was coerced through torture. The case has sparked outrage and renewed focus on femicide in Kenya, with questions raised about police conduct and possible links to the murders. President William Ruto faces increased pressure amid ongoing antigovernment protests.
The arrest of Collins Jumaisi Khalusha, who allegedly confessed to killing 42 women, has sparked outrage in Kenya, especially after the discovery of nine dismembered bodies near a police post in Nairobi. Questions arise about police negligence, the timeline of the murders, the rapid arrest of Khalusha, and the safety of women in Kenya. The police's handling of the case and their human rights record are under scrutiny, with calls for thorough investigations and better protection for women.
A suspected serial killer in Kenya, Collins Jumaisi Khalusha, has confessed to murdering 42 women over the past two years, with only nine bodies recovered so far. His arrest has sparked calls for increased measures to combat gender-based violence in the country. Authorities discovered crucial evidence in his home, and his first victim was reportedly his wife. The case has raised concerns about how he evaded detection for so long, despite living near the crime scene and a police station. Female leaders are urging enhanced protections for women and the re-establishment of gender desks at police stations.
Mexico's President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum, the country's first female leader, faces a significant challenge in addressing the ongoing crisis of violence against women, with an estimated 10 women and girls killed daily. The recent murder of Mayor Yolanda Sánchez highlights the severity of the issue. The militarization of public security under the current administration has exacerbated the danger for women, with many cases of violence and femicide going unpunished due to impunity and inconsistent legal definitions across states.
Yolanda Sánchez Figueroa, the mayor of Cotija in Michoacán, Mexico, was shot dead along with her bodyguard just hours after Claudia Sheinbaum was elected as Mexico's first female president. The incident highlights the rampant violence against politicians in Mexico, which saw numerous candidates killed during the election season. Sheinbaum, who will take office on October 1, faces significant challenges including gang violence, high homicide rates, and widespread femicide. Authorities have launched an investigation and a security operation to find those responsible for Sánchez Figueroa's murder.
Yolanda Sánchez Figueroa, the mayor of Cotija in Michoacán, Mexico, was shot dead along with her bodyguard just hours after Claudia Sheinbaum was elected as Mexico's first female president. The incident highlights the rampant violence against politicians in Mexico, which saw numerous candidates killed during the election season. Sheinbaum, who will take office on October 1, faces significant challenges including gang violence, high homicide rates, and widespread femicide. Authorities have launched an investigation and a security operation to find those responsible for the attack.
An American man, John Nelson Poulos, was sentenced to 42 years in prison in Bogota for the murder of Colombian DJ Valentina Trespalacios, a case that sparked international outrage from women's rights activists. Poulos was arrested in Panama after fleeing Colombian authorities and was found guilty of beating and suffocating Trespalacios in a jealous attack. Her body was discovered in a garbage container, leading to his conviction.
The body of a French woman, Auriane Nathalie Laisne, was found drained of blood with stab and gunshot wounds inside an abandoned church in Italy, possibly as a result of a TikTok challenge. Her boyfriend, Teima Sohaib, has been arrested and is suspected of premeditated murder. The case is being investigated as a classic femicide, with police speculating a connection to a popular ghost-hunting TikTok challenge in France. The couple was seen dressed as "vampires" before the incident, and investigators are also looking into the possibility of a "consented murder" or sacrifice.