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Oscar Pistorius’ new bid for freedom as murdered girlfriend’s mother says she’s forgiven him

Oscar Pistorius could be released early from his 13-year prison sentence for killing his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp

The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2023

Oscar Pistorius 'should stay in jail' says brother of murdered Reeva Steenkamp as he makes parole bid

Reeva Steenkamp's brother Adam says shamed athlete would be 'let off the hook' if granted parole

Evening Standard · Nov 24, 2023

Putin pardons two cannibals who joined Russia’s war in Ukraine – report

One of the men was convicted thrice for murdering at least four people. Warning: This story contains graphic details which some readers may find disturbing

The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2023

Founder of Canberra editing company accused of attempted murder

Woman part of 'violent love triangle' allegedly planned to murder ex.

The Canberra Times · Nov 24, 2023

Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius up for parole Friday, 10 years after a killing that shocked the world

Oscar Pistorius could be granted parole on Friday after nearly 10 years in prison for killing his girlfriend

The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2023

Woman accused of love triangle murder plot extradited

A woman is to be escorted to SA from Brisbane after being extradited from a Pacific Island accused of attempting to kill her ex-partner in a love triangle plot.

AAP · Nov 24, 2023

Disgusted by city's top prosecutor, a police officer refuses to testify

In an extreme example of resistance to progressive prosecutors, a St. Louis police officer is refusing to testify in murder cases he investigated, even though he believes the defendants are guilty.

WEKU · Nov 23, 2023

Love, ‘marriage’, and a triple murder in Bihar

Devi, between tears and practical exchanges with relatives, says, “I want him hanged.”Devi's daughter and two sons killed by man living across street. Police say Ashish Choudhary, 25, used two 9-mm pistols to shoot family members. Choudhary and Devi's daughter allegedly married in Patna, but Devi denies. Neighbours claim couple's…

The Hindu · Nov 23, 2023

Van thief convicted of murdering delivery driver with his own van

Mark Lang, 54, suffered fatal injuries as he was dragged hundreds of metres by his vehicle after trying to stop the thief from getting away.

The Independent UK · Nov 23, 2023

'We are sick of vigils': calls grow for DV inquiry

Four women have been murdered in one week in SA, prompting urgent calls for a royal commission to end violence against women.

AAP · Nov 23, 2023