Alex Murdaugh’s high-profile trial got underway at Colleton County Courthouse in Walterboro, South Carolina, on 23 January. Rachel Sharp explains the most crucial moments so far
States at impasse as Colorado River water deadline arrives; pressure builds on California
The seven states that depend on the Colorado River have missed a Jan. 31 federal deadline for reaching a regionwide consensus on how to sharply cut water use.
The China-Myanmar Economic Corridor, 2 Years After the Coup
After some initial hesitation, China is moving CMEC ahead in tandem with Myanmar’s military rulers – at least where the situation is stable enough to do so.
Will Smith, Martin Lawrence reteaming for ‘Bad Boys’ sequel
Will Smith and Martin Lawrence are reteaming for a fourth “Bad Boys” movie, in one of Smith’s most high-profile new projects since the slap.
Church of England sheds light on ‘shameful’ slave trade ties
A letter written by an enslaved person in Virginia 300 years ago seeking freedom is part of a new exhibition exploring the Church of England’s historic links to slavery.
Greek opposition to boycott parliament over wiretap scandal
Greece’s main opposition party says it won’t participate in parliamentary votes until a general election is held later this year.
Virginia basketball coach fired for impersonating 13-year-old in game
22-year-old assistant coach stepped in when player absentTwo other coaches have been fired from school’s programA 22-year-old Virginia basketball coach has been fired after being accused of attempting to pass herself off as one of her 13-year-old playe…
HarperCollins to cut North American workforce by 5%
HarperCollins Publishers will cut its workforce by 5% in the U.S. and Canada by the end of June, citing increased costs and lower sales.
Judge dismisses R. Kelly sex abuse charges at prosecutor’s wish
A judge dismissed sex-abuse charges against R&B singer R. Kelly on Tuesday based on the recommendation of a Chicago prosecutor.
Belgium To Shut Down Controversial Nuclear Reactor
Belgium is set to shut down an ageing nuclear reactor on Tuesday that has long caused controversy in neighbouring Germany, despite delaying its overall exit from atomic energy.