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Epstein Revelations Put Europe in the Spotlight as U.S. Accountability Lags
world25 days ago

Epstein Revelations Put Europe in the Spotlight as U.S. Accountability Lags

Epstein file releases expose European officials with ties to the convicted financier, triggering resignations and investigations in the UK and Norway, while in the United States accountability remains more muted as lawmakers push for transparency and unredacted files; the disclosures also pull in high-profile business and tech figures, underscoring a stark gap between how allied governments and Washington respond to Epstein-linked scrutiny.

via Axios|
#downing-street#epstein#europe
King Charles Refuses Apology for Colonial Violence in Kenya
international-relations2 years ago

King Charles Refuses Apology for Colonial Violence in Kenya

King Charles III of Britain, during his visit to Kenya, acknowledged the "abhorrent and unjustifiable acts of violence committed against Kenyans" during their struggle for independence but did not offer a full apology. While expressing sorrow and regret, he avoided discussions on reparations. Kenya, marking its 60th anniversary of independence, has a relatively warm relationship with the UK, but there have been calls for Charles to address the violent suppression carried out by British authorities during the Mau Mau revolt. The visit has reignited debates on colonial atrocities and the return of cultural artifacts.

via The Washington Post|
#apology#colonial-violence#international-relations
Clearing the Names: Seeking Justice for Accused Witches in Massachusetts
historycivil-rights2 years ago

Clearing the Names: Seeking Justice for Accused Witches in Massachusetts

The Massachusetts Witch-Hunt Justice Project, a group dedicated to clearing the names of those accused, arrested, or indicted for witchcraft in Massachusetts, is seeking a fuller reckoning of the state's witch trial legacy. While much attention has been given to the Salem witch trials, the group aims to bring attention to the hundreds of individuals caught up in witch trials throughout the 1600s, including five women hanged for witchcraft in Boston. The group hopes to collect signatures for a petition and take their case to the Statehouse, following the successful effort in Connecticut to absolve and apologize to those convicted of witchcraft in the American colonies.

via NBC News|
#historycivil-rights#justice#legacy
"Halo Infinite Season 5 Introduces Exciting Maps and Game Mode Revival"
gaming2 years ago

"Halo Infinite Season 5 Introduces Exciting Maps and Game Mode Revival"

Halo Infinite Season 5, called Reckoning, is set to launch on October 18th, bringing new Arena Maps, a returning game mode from Halo 4 called Extraction, Flood-themed cosmetics in the battle pass, and a new AI toolkit for Forge Mode. The two new Arena Maps, Forbidden and Prism, offer different combat styles, while the battle pass includes exclusive rewards such as Master Chief's armor. The update also promises tweaks to Battle Pass progression, cosmetics, menus, and more.

via IGN|
#arena-maps#game-mode#gaming
Police Fatally Shoot Homeowner After Responding to Wrong Address in New Mexico
crime2 years ago

Police Fatally Shoot Homeowner After Responding to Wrong Address in New Mexico

New Mexico police officers shot and killed a homeowner after showing up at the wrong address in response to a domestic violence call. The officers retreated and fired when the homeowner opened the screen door armed with a handgun. The man's wife returned fire from the doorway, and officers fired again. The woman put down her gun after realizing the individuals outside her home were police officers. The officers involved are on paid administrative leave pending a review of the case. The shooting remains under investigation.

via The Guardian US|
#body-worn-cameras#crime#domestic-violence