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Texas boy, 5, killed in hit-and-run; driver had murder charge

A five-year-old Texas boy has died after a suspected drunk driver struck him in a hit-and-run while he was walking with his mother. The driver, who fled the scene, was later arrested and now also faces charges for a previous murder.

Texas Bill to Ban Sharia Law and Muslim Patrols

The state of Texas is considering a groundbreaking new bill that seeks to explicitly ban the use of Sharia law in state courts and outlaw any form of vigilante 'Muslim patrols'. The proposed legislation has ignited a fierce debate on religious freedom and

Sharia Patrols Target Texas Neighbourhoods

Exclusive reports emerge from Texas of self-appointed 'Sharia patrols' attempting to enforce Islamic law by intimidating residents and demanding businesses stop selling alcohol and pork, raising serious concerns over religious coercion and public safety.

Texas Student's Skull Fractured in School Attack

Shocking details emerge from a brutal assault at a Texas middle school that left a 13-year-old boy with a fractured skull, prompting a police investigation and widespread outrage.

Texas Mom Charged With Murder After Baby Dies in Hot Car

A 34-year-old Texas mother, Alexandra Montgomery, faces capital murder charges after police allege she intentionally left her 10-month-old daughter in a sweltering car for over an hour, leading to the infant's tragic death.

UK Girl, 11, Dies in Texas Flash Floods After Camp Trip

The grieving family of 11-year-old Lottie Zahra, who tragically drowned in Texas flash floods while returning from summer camp, break their silence in an emotional tribute to their 'beautiful, kind' daughter.

Utah Court Halts Execution of Inmate with Dementia

The Utah Supreme Court issues a dramatic last-minute stay for Ronnie Lee Gardner, pausing his execution by firing squad amid a fierce legal battle over his severe dementia and fitness for execution.

Texas Baptism Party Shooting Leaves Multiple Dead

A joyous family baptism celebration in Texas turned into a scene of horror after a shooting erupted, leaving multiple people dead and a community in shock. The incident is under investigation.

Florida executes inmate Curtis Windom for double murder

The US state of Florida has carried out the execution of Curtis Windom for the 2013 murders of his ex-girlfriend and her new partner. Read the details of his final hours, the victims' families' statements, and the ongoing debate over capital punishment.

Deadly Texas Storm Leaves 1.5 Million Without Power

Catastrophic winds and severe weather have plunged Houston into darkness, leaving 1.5 million residents without power and claiming multiple lives. Emergency services battle widespread destruction.

Texas Police Car Crashes Into Family Swimming Pool

A routine police patrol in Texas ended in chaos when a squad car veered off the road and plunged into a family's backyard swimming pool, narrowly missing children who were swimming just moments earlier.

British Grandfather Faces Firing Squad in Bali for Drugs

A British grandfather is sentenced to death by firing squad in Bali after being caught with a 'personal use' quantity of cannabis. This case highlights Indonesia's brutally strict zero-tolerance drug laws and serves as a stark warning to tourists.

Husband watches wife's killer executed in Texas

In a harrowing act of closure, a husband witnessed the execution of his wife's killer in Texas. The killer, Jedidiah Murphy, was put to death by lethal injection after a final meal and last words. This is the story of a decades-long wait for justice.

Kaylee Bates: Suspect charged with capital murder

The tragic case of 12-year-old Kaylee Bates has shocked the nation. A suspect, 29-year-old Don Steven McDougal, now faces capital murder charges. Here are the latest, harrowing developments.

Arch Manning Breaks Silence, Commits to Texas for 2024

College football's most famous backup quarterback, Arch Manning, ends speculation with decisive commitment to Texas Longhorns for 2024 season. The Manning dynasty heir speaks out on his development under Steve Sarkisian.

Peruvian Woman Faces Death Penalty in Bali Cocaine Bust

A Peruvian national has been arrested at Bali's Ngurah Rai Airport for attempting to smuggle over 3kg of cocaine, a crime punishable by death in Indonesia. The 23-year-old was apprehended after a flight from Peru via Singapore.

Aussie's DIY Meth Smuggle: Household Item Stash in Thailand

A 34-year-old Australian national faces the death penalty after Thai customs officials discovered 4kg of crystal methamphetamine ingeniously concealed inside a common household appliance. The shocking find was made at a Bangkok mail centre.

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