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Death Penalty

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At right are the West Jefferson Street and North 5th Street exposures of the Old Ada County Courthouse (1939), designed by Tourtellotte & Hummel and Wayland & Fennell, and in the distance is the Idaho State Capitol Building (1912 and 1920), designed by Tourtellotte & Hummel. The buildings are part of the Boise Capitol Area District and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

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Former Defense Expert in Bryan Kohberger Case Calls for Death Penalty, Cites Missed Evidence

A digital forensics expert hired by Bryan Kohberger’s defense argues investigators overlooked key smartphone data, supporting a death penalty sentence despite Kohberger's guilty plea.

Aug 2, 2026, 4:06 PM Fox News Latest

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Grounded editorial scene illustrating Shahidul Islam, who allegedly killed his sister-in-law in Lake County, Florida, fled to a sanctuary city after re-entering the U.S. following deportation.

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Prosecutors Seek Death Penalty for Deported Illegal Alien Indicted in Sister-in-Law's Murder

Shahidul Islam, who allegedly killed his sister-in-law in Lake County, Florida, fled to a sanctuary city after re-entering the U.S. following deportation.

Fox News Latest | Jul 11, 2026, 9:45 AM

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Bryan Kohberger Wins New Trial After Seeking to Withdraw Guilty Plea in University of Idaho Murders

Convicted killer Bryan Kohberger has filed a petition claiming he was misled into pleading guilty, prompting a judge to grant him new court-appointed counsel and opening the possibility of a new trial and death penalty sentence.

Guardian US | Aug 2, 2026, 12:44 PM

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China Charges Alleged Scam Kingpin Chen Zhi with Intentional Injury

Chen Zhi, extradited from Cambodia, faces new charges that could result in the death penalty amid allegations of running a vast online scam network.

CNA Latest News | Jul 27, 2026, 11:39 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Boelter received two consecutive life sentences plus 40 years in prison as part of a plea deal that spared him the death penalty.

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Vance Boelter Sentenced to Life for Shootings of Minnesota Lawmakers and Spouses

Boelter received two consecutive life sentences plus 40 years in prison as part of a plea deal that spared him the death penalty.

Fox News Latest | Jul 23, 2026, 6:58 PM

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Louisiana Man Charged with Murder in Death of Deputy U.S. Marshal Drew Hanson

Clarence A. Frazier Jr. faces life imprisonment or the death penalty after allegedly killing a deputy U.S. marshal during an arrest warrant service in Alexandria, Louisiana.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 3:19 AM

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Court to Hear Evidence in Murder Case of Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk

Utah prosecutors present evidence against Tyler James Robinson, accused of fatally shooting Charlie Kirk, as a judge decides on proceeding to trial and potential death penalty.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 6, 2026, 10:37 AM

Aerial view of the Ridiyagama Dam and Southern Province in Sri Lanka, from above Ridiyagama towards southeast.

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Sri Lanka Sentences Two Officials to Death for Failing to Prevent 2019 Easter Bombings

A Sri Lankan court found two former officials guilty of criminal negligence for the deadly 2019 Easter Sunday attacks, sentencing them to death. The officials plan to appeal the verdict.

Al Jazeera | Aug 1, 2026, 9:55 AM

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Bryan Kohberger Seeks to Withdraw Guilty Plea, Claims Family Involvement in Plea Discussions

A judge approved Kohberger's request for a new lawyer as he pursues a new trial in the 2022 University of Idaho murders case.

Fox News Latest | Jul 31, 2026, 5:47 PM

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Gold Coast Man Detained in Syria Faces Murder Charge Amid Family's Frustration Over Government Response

Patrick Stevenson, accused of killing another Australian in Syria, has been held for nearly seven months as his family criticizes the Australian government's limited diplomatic efforts.

ABC Australia News | Jul 30, 2026, 12:12 PM

This is a high-resolution image of the United States Declaration of Independence ( article - text ). This image is a version of the 1823 William Stone facsimile — Stone may well have used a wet pressing process (that removed ink from the original document onto a contact sheet for the purpose of making the engraving).

Florida Executes Former Police Officer in First of Two Lethal Injections in One Day

James Aren Duckett was put to death for the 1987 rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl, marking Florida’s first double execution day in nearly a decade.

Guardian US | Jul 28, 2026, 10:48 PM

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Department of Justice Seeks First Use of Alien Terrorist Removal Court in Decades

The Alien Terrorist Removal Court, established in 1996 but never used until now, faces scrutiny as the Department of Justice files a case against an unnamed suspected terrorist.

The Hill | Jul 28, 2026, 3:08 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Independent UN investigators call on Iran to stop the execution of 10 men arrested after January protests in Isfahan, amid concerns over a rising number of death sentences related to nationwide unrest.

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UN Human Rights Experts Urge Iran to Halt Executions Linked to Isfahan Protests

Independent UN investigators call on Iran to stop the execution of 10 men arrested after January protests in Isfahan, amid concerns over a rising number of death sentences related to nationwide unrest.

UN News | Jul 23, 2026, 9:13 PM

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Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada Sentenced to Life in US Prison for Drug Trafficking

The co-founder of Mexico's Sinaloa Cartel was sentenced to life imprisonment and ordered to pay $15 billion after admitting to drug smuggling charges in a US court.

BBC World | Jul 21, 2026, 9:42 AM

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Israel Criticizes Labor's Draft National Platform on Israel-Palestine Conflict

Israel's embassy in Australia objects to the Labor Party's draft platform, claiming it unfairly assigns blame for the conflict and questions legal interpretations of settlements.

ABC Australia News | Jul 20, 2026, 10:25 AM

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Sadiq Khan Appointed to House of Lords in Final UK PM Honours List

Outgoing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer names 26 new life peers, including London Mayor Sadiq Khan, ahead of leadership transition.

Al Jazeera | Jul 17, 2026, 12:15 AM

Florida Executes 74-Year-Old Convicted Murderer, One of State’s Oldest Prisoners

Dennis Sochor was put to death at Florida State Prison near Starke, marking the state’s 10th lethal injection this year and one of the oldest executions in Florida’s history.

Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 1:46 AM

US Marshal Drew Hanson Fatally Shot During Arrest Attempt in Louisiana

Clarence Frazier Jr. charged with murder after shooting deputy US marshal Drew Hanson during a law enforcement operation in Alexandria, Louisiana.

Guardian US | Jul 14, 2026, 10:21 PM

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Last Woman Executed in UK, Ruth Ellis, Receives Posthumous Conditional Pardon

Ruth Ellis, the last woman executed in the United Kingdom, has been granted a conditional pardon by King, acknowledging a profound injustice in her 1955 murder conviction.

ABC Australia News | Jul 8, 2026, 5:35 PM

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DNA of Tyler Robinson and Lance Twiggs Found on Key Evidence in Charlie Kirk Assassination Case

Preliminary hearings reveal DNA evidence and emotional courtroom moments as Tyler Robinson faces charges in the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Fox News Latest | Jul 8, 2026, 5:00 AM

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Utah Prosecutors Present New Video Evidence in Charlie Kirk Murder Hearing

Preliminary hearing underway to decide if Tyler Robinson will stand trial for the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University.

BBC World | Jul 7, 2026, 6:34 PM

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Louisiana Supreme Court Overturns Death Row Conviction, Citing Flawed Forensics

Jimmie “Chris” Duncan is freed after the court finds the evidence against him scientifically indefensible.

ProPublica | Jul 1, 2026, 1:44 AM

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Five Humanitarian Workers Killed in South Sudan Aid Convoy Attack Amid Rising Ebola Cases in DRC and Uganda

An aid convoy in Jonglei State, South Sudan, was ambushed, killing five humanitarian workers and injuring others, while Ebola outbreaks threaten livelihoods in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda.

UN News | Jun 30, 2026, 9:46 PM

Orson Welles directed and starred as the titular Macbeth in the 1948 film, with Jeanette Nolan as Lady Macbeth.

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California Man Charged with Threatening Judge in Nolan Wells Case

Joseph Alfredo Vasquez Dumarce faces federal charges for sending threatening messages to a Mississippi judge connected to the Nolan Wells investigation.

Washington Times News | Jul 31, 2026, 9:08 PM