The special police squad unit focuses on violent crime, but critics say it has a reputation for brutality.
Davis’ 25 lead Memphis over SMU for Hardaway’s 100th win
Led by Kendric Davis’ 25 points, the Memphis Tigers defeated the SMU Mustangs 99-84 on Thursday night for Penny Hardaway’s 100th coaching victory.
Can China’s young generation reverse population decline? – DW (English)
Can China’s young generation reverse population decline? DW (English)Raising China’s retirement ages won’t ‘make a big difference’ in workforce size South China Morning PostChina re-assessing labour policies amid shrinking populat…
Tyre Nichols: Biden urges calm over Memphis police murder case
Video of the traffic stop arrest in Memphis that led to Tyre Nichols’ death is due to be released on Friday.
South Korea extends restrictions on travelers from China
South Korea says it will continue to restrict the entry of short-term travelers from China through the end of February over concerns that the spread of COVID-19 in that country may worsen following the Lunar New Year’s holidays.
NYC Will Replace Its Largest Fossil Fuel Plant With Wind Power
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Electrek: New York City’s largest fossil-fuel plant, which powers 20% of the city, will be replaced with offshore wind power. Ravenswood Generating Station is the New York City fossil fuel plant that will become…
South Korea extends restrictions on travelers from China
South Korea says it will continue to restrict the entry of short-term travelers from China through the end of February over concerns that the spread of COVID-19 in that country may worsen following the Lunar New Year’s holidays.
Nesbitt scores 31, Hampton defeats Delaware 67-66
Jordan Nesbitt recorded 31 points and made two free throws with 13 seconds left that capped the scoring to give Hampton a 67-66 victory over Delaware 67-66.
Thompson ‘s 20 lead Towson over Northeastern 72-63
Led by Charles Thompson’s 20 points, the Towson Tigers defeated the Northeastern Huskies 72-63 on Thursday night.
Putin could instigate ‘World War Three’ if UK fails to act in Ukraine, warns QT panel
Former Conservative chair Jake Berry appeared on Question Time claiming if the West had intervened in Crimea, the current conflict would not have escalated.