All articles tagged with #mob
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Washington Post
Two U.S. prosecutors in Washington were suspended after referring to the Jan. 6 Capitol attack as a 'riot' carried out by a 'mob' in a court document.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by TheWrap
Teddy Coluca was emotionally overwhelmed upon learning his character Lester was the victim in Season 5 of 'Only Murders in the Building,' which explores themes of New York City's underbelly, mob history, and billionaire power, with creative decisions influenced by real-life inspirations and a focus on character-driven storytelling. The season features flashbacks, a nod to 'The Godfather,' and new billionaire characters inspired by real figures, continuing the show's success through innovative storytelling and character development.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo! Voices
A police officer in Pakistan, Sheher Bano, is being praised for rescuing a woman from a furious mob accusing her of blasphemy over her clothing. Blasphemy is a highly sensitive issue in Pakistan, punishable by death, and accusations have led to violent assaults and mob lynchings. Bano received Pakistan’s highest honor in law enforcement for her bravery. The woman's outfit was mistaken for Quranic verses, but local scholars and clerics later confirmed it did not contain any such verses. Blasphemy is a contentious issue in Pakistan, and there are calls to change the laws that are often used to intimidate religious minorities.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
A police officer in Pakistan, Sheher Bano, is being praised for rescuing a woman from an angry mob accusing her of blasphemy over her clothing. Blasphemy is a sensitive issue in Pakistan, punishable by death, and accusations have led to violent assaults and mob lynchings. Bano shielded the woman and moved her to safety, later revealing that the Arabic calligraphy on the woman's outfit did not contain Quranic verses. The woman apologized, stating it was a mistake, and the incident highlights the need to address the misuse of blasphemy laws in the country.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Autopian
A mob in San Francisco's Chinatown surrounded and vandalized a Waymo self-driving car, ultimately setting it on fire with a firework. Footage of the incident has surfaced on social media, showing the car being destroyed. The car was not transporting any riders, and no injuries have been reported. The motive behind the attack is unclear, and the story is still developing.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Indiatimes.com
A mob of almost 1,500 women in Manipur's Imphal district interrupted a counter-insurgency operation and forced the Army to release 12 cadres of the banned Kanglei Yawol Kunna Lup (KYKL), including a wanted militant identified as the mastermind of the 2015 Chandel ambush. The mob prevented security forces from continuing with the operation despite repeated appeals to disperse. The Army retained the weapons, ammunition and "war-like stores" seized from the militants.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Indiatimes.com
A mob of almost 1,500 women in Manipur's Imphal district interrupted a counter-insurgency operation and forced the Army to release 12 cadres of the banned Kanglei Yawol Kunna Lup (KYKL), including a wanted militant identified as the mastermind of the 2015 Chandel ambush. The mob prevented security forces from continuing with the operation despite repeated appeals to disperse. The Army retained the weapons, ammunition and "war-like stores" seized from the militants.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
Jason Kurland, a lawyer who stole $107 million from lottery winners and used the money to fund luxury vacations, yachts, and a Porsche, has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for his involvement in a mobbed-up scheme. Kurland tricked his clients into handing over their money for investments but instead put the cash into risky businesses he secretly co-owned and into shady investments pushed by reputed Genovese crime family soldier Christopher Chierchio. Kurland's partners in the scheme, Francis Smookler and Frangesco Russo, lost over $40 million in just over a year, and they turned to Chierchio, who promised to help them win all the money back with investments into Personal Protective Equipment pandemic deals.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by FOX 59 Indianapolis
An Indiana couple's weekend trip to Chicago turned into a nightmare when their minivan was attacked by a mob of young people near the Chicago Cultural Center. The husband was hospitalized for cuts, but the emotional trauma has left the couple scared to leave their house. The family has returned home to Indiana, and the incident is being investigated by authorities.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
A mob of about 100 people looted a Compton gas station store, stealing thousands of dollars worth of alcohol, drinks, snacks, and condoms. The incident occurred after a group of cars blocked a four-way intersection in an illegal street takeover. The store sustained significant damage, and shots were reportedly fired about a block away from the raid. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department was too outnumbered to intervene in the chaotic robbery and street takeover. Street takeovers and racing are a growing issue in Compton, and authorities are reviewing surveillance footage to identify suspects in the crowd.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WGN TV Chicago
An Indiana couple visiting Chicago for the weekend were attacked by a mob of teenagers while driving near the Chicago Cultural Center. The couple's minivan was hit and climbed on by the teens, resulting in the husband being hospitalized for cuts. The couple is now back home in Indiana and feeling scared. The incident has left emotional scars and the couple is unsure what to do with their damaged car.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by DW (English)
A Chinese national working on the Dasu dam project in Pakistan was arrested on blasphemy charges after a mob accused him of insulting Islam. The accusations stemmed from a disagreement over the pace of work during Ramadan. The mob stormed a police station demanding his arrest, but he was taken to a safer location by an army helicopter. Blasphemy is punishable by death in Pakistan. The country's blasphemy laws have been criticized by human rights groups for being used to settle personal disputes and intimidate religious minorities.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
A mob of around 100 people in Compton, California, broke into an ARCO gas station convenience store and stole products worth thousands of dollars early Sunday morning. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department said the store suffered serious damage, and police were outnumbered and couldn't intervene due to safety concerns. No arrests have been made, and an investigation is ongoing.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Los Angeles Times
A mob of around 100 people broke into a gas station in Compton, California, after a street takeover early Sunday morning, grabbing merchandise off the shelves. At least three street takeovers occurred overnight in the Compton area, including one at the intersection where the break-in occurred. No arrests were made and no one in the video has been identified, according to authorities. Street takeovers occur most weekends in the area, according to Sgt. Clarence Williams of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo News
A mob of around 100 people broke into an Arco gas station in Compton, California, after a street takeover early Sunday morning, grabbing merchandise off the shelves. At least three street takeovers occurred overnight in the Compton area, including one at the intersection where the break-in occurred. No arrests were made, and no one in the video has been identified. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department said street takeovers occur most weekends in the area.