A University of Southern California graduate student who police say is a serial sexual predator has been charged with drugging and raping multiple women as investigators look for additional victims, Los Angeles authorities said. Sizhe Weng, a 30-year-old Chinese national also known as Steven Weng, was arrested Aug. 28, though the district attorney and police just released statements about the case on Wednesday. Weng has pleaded not guilty to eight felony counts including forcible rape and sodomy by controlled substance or anesthesia, according to the LA County District Attorney’s Office. Weng was held without bail and could not be reached...
Guatemala’s President Accepts Resignations Of Top Security Officials After Gang Escape
Guatemalan President Bernardo Arévalo accepted the resignations of three top security officials Wednesday as the fallout from Sunday’s admission that 20 gang members had escaped from prison continued. The prisoners, all members of the Barrio 18 gang, had apparently escaped over a period of days, perhaps during family visits, and it wasn’t until a recount of prisoners was made that their escape was discovered. On Wednesday, Interior Minister Francisco Jiménez, his deputy overseeing combating drugs and his deputy overseeing the prison system all resigned. “What has occurred in the penitentiary system is unacceptable,” Arévalo said in a news conference. “The escape from...
Move For Life: Why Physical Activity Is The Real Medicine
In a world increasingly defined by screens, long hours of sitting, and fast-paced routines, physical activity has never been more essential. It’s not just about building muscles or shedding weight, it’s about protecting your heart, boosting your mental health, and adding years (and quality) to your life. So, what counts as physical activity? And why should everyone (young or old) be making movement a daily priority? What Is Physical Activity? The key is consistency not perfection. HEALTH BENEFITS OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY Regular movement lowers blood pressure, improves circulation, and reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke. 2. WEIGHT MANAGEMENT ...
Georgia School Chief Resigns After Indictment Alleging Kickback Scheme In Illinois
The superintendent of Georgia’s third-largest school district is resigning after being indicted on federal charges alleging he ran a kickback scheme and stole money from a smaller school district in suburban Chicago. The DeKalb County school board on Wednesday accepted the resignation of Devon Horton effective Nov. 15. Board members had been facing calls to fire Horton. School board members also voted Wednesday to hire an auditor to examine spending under Horton. Horton has been making $360,000 a year. He will be paid through Nov. 15, said spokesperson Carla Parker, but will receive no payments after that date. A federal grand jury...
Mississippi Executes A Man Convicted Of Raping And Killing A College Student
A Mississippi man convicted of kidnapping, raping and killing a 20-year-old community college student in 1993 was executed Wednesday. Charles Crawford, 59, was pronounced dead at 6:15 p.m. following a lethal injection at the Mississippi State Penitentiary in Parchman. Crawford had spent more than 30 years on death row. His execution comes several months after the execution of Mississippi’s longest-serving death row inmate in a year of increasing executions nationwide. Given the chance to make a final statement, Crawford said, “To my family, I love you. I’m at peace. I’ve got God’s peace,” and added, “I’ll be in heaven.” He also addressed Ray’s family,...
Nine African Nations Confirmed For 2026 FIFA World Cup
Cape Verde make history while South Africa return to the global stage for the first time since 2010 The nine African nations set to represent the continent at the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been confirmed. They are Ghana, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Algeria, Cape Verde, South Africa, Senegal, and Ivory Coast. The standout story from the qualifiers is Cape Verde, who have secured a historic first-ever World Cup appearance. The island nation put together a remarkable campaign, winning seven matches, drawing two, and losing just once. They finished with 23 points, four ahead of Cameroon, to top their group and...
Former Congo Leader Kabila Appears At Kenya Political Meeting Despite Absentia Death Sentence
The former president of the Democratic Republic of Congo appeared in public Wednesday for the first time since being sentenced to death in absentia for treason and war crimes, meeting other leaders in Kenya in an attempt to establish a political group in opposition to Congo’s current president. Joseph Kabila was filmed in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, at a ceremony attended by a dozen other Congolese leaders who oppose President Felix Tshisekedi. Kabila’s appearance in Kenya is expected to trigger diplomatic protests by Congo’s government, which has previously accused Kenya of supporting the Congo rebel group M23. The group signed a declaration establishing a new...
Nigeria, Cameroon, DR Congo, and Gabon Set for 2026 World Cup Playoff Showdown
The final phase of the 2026 CAF World Cup qualifiers is set, with Nigeria, Cameroon, DR Congo, and Gabon confirmed as the four teams that will battle for a place in the intercontinental playoffs. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) will use the October FIFA World Rankings to determine the semifinal pairings. Based on the current rankings, Nigeria will face Gabon, while DR Congo will take on Cameroon in the other semifinal. The playoff will be played in a single-match knockout format, with both semifinals and the final scheduled to take place between November 13 and 16, 2025, in Morocco,...
Ondo State Police Arrests Ex-Convict for Allegedly Beating Girlfriend to Death Over ₦100,000 Loan
Ondo State Police Command revealed they arrested a 37-year-old ex-convict, Ademola Omokinwa, for allegedly beating his girlfriend, Joy Jimoh, to death during a dispute over money. According to reports, the incident occurred in Idanre after Joy demanded the repayment of ₦100,000 she had earlier lent to Omokinwa. The confrontation reportedly turned violent, leading to her death. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the command, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka Olushola, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, in Akure. According to the statement, the incident occurred on October 7, 2025, around 5:30 p.m., when a woman identified...
Golden Boy 2025 Nominations Released: Europe’s Best Under-21 Talents Recognised
The nominations for the 2025 Golden Boy award have been officially released. The list features some of the best under-21 players currently active in European football, with several emerging stars from top clubs across the continent making the cut. Among the nominees are a strong contingent from France, including Désiré Doué, Leny Yoro, Senny Mayulu, Warren Zaire-Emery, Eliesse Ben Seghir, and Mamadou Sarr. England is also well represented with Ethan Nwaneri, Nico O’Reilly, Archie Gray, and Jobe Bellingham on the list. Spain’s young talents Pau Cubarsí and Dean Huijsen are included, alongside Turkish duo Kenan Yildiz and Arda Güler. Other...