Tennessee's failed execution of Christa Pike left her in critical condition after two doses of pentobarbital failed to kill her. The state has halted all executions for 2026 following the second botched attempt this year. Pike, 50, remains in hospital with significant injuries and on a ventilator.
Tennessee inmate Christa Pike survived two failed lethal injections, raising concerns about the death penalty's viability. The botched execution, which involved a critical medical issue, has prompted a state review and halted executions for the year.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul condemned Cornell University's handling of a rape case involving six students, calling it a failure. She announced the appointment of Attorney General Letitia James as a special prosecutor to investigate the case. The case has sparked nationwide attention and protests at Cornell.
G7 nations agreed to release 100 million barrels of diesel as US pressure mounts over rising fuel prices. The move comes amid heightened tensions following the US-Iran war and concerns over energy security. The release is coordinated through the International Energy Agency and will include a frontloaded substantial diesel release within the first 20 days.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed state Attorney General Letitia James as a special prosecutor to investigate an alleged gang rape at Cornell University, following a review that found the local district attorney's office failed to adequately investigate the case. The case, which involved a 2024 incident, has led to calls for a legal review of New York's consent laws.
Tennessee inmate Christa Pike survived two failed lethal injection attempts, reigniting debate over the death penalty. The 50-year-old woman, sentenced to death for a 1995 murder, remains in critical condition after a botched execution attempt. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about the reliability of the U.S. capital punishment system.
G7 nations will release 100 million barrels of diesel over four months to address soaring prices. The move follows US demands for European allies to release reserves to curb costs.
Tennessee's failed execution of Christa Pike, a 50-year-old death row inmate, has reignited debates about the U.S. death penalty. Pike survived two doses of lethal injection, marking a dramatic failure of the capital punishment system.
Israeli pilot Smit Machchhar subdued a co-pilot during a violent cockpit struggle on a flight bound for Tel Aviv, preventing a potential disaster. The incident involved 174 passengers and resulted in an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia.
Ethiopia and Eritrea cut diplomatic relations as fighting in Tigray intensifies, with Ethiopia closing its embassy in Asmara and expelling 10 diplomats. The move follows accusations that Eritrea supports a rebel alliance led by the TPLF, which has been battling federal forces since last week.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that the suspect involved in the Flydubai flight incident had undergone Islamist radical indoctrination, according to a statement released Thursday. The incident involved a man who attempted to crash a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv, but was subdued by passengers and crew, leading to a safe landing in Saudi Arabia.
Indian pilot Smit Machchhar, who survived a mid-flight attack by his co-pilot, has been praised as a hero after saving 174 passengers on a flight bound for Tel Aviv. Machchhar, who opened the cockpit door during the attack, is recovering in Abu Dhabi.
South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung warned Ukraine of 'additional measures' after Kyiv disclosed the transfer of North Korean prisoners of war to Seoul. The incident has sparked a diplomatic rift between the two nations, with Seoul accusing Kyiv of breaching a confidentiality agreement.
Tennessee’s failed execution of Christa Pike, 50, has reignited national debate over the death penalty. The botched lethal injection left Pike in critical condition, prompting calls for reform. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about execution protocols and their reliability.
Omani national accused of stabbing co-pilot and attempting to crash Dubai-bound flight faces investigation into Islamist radical indoctrination. The incident involved 174 passengers and crew on a Flydubai flight that plummeted 16,000 feet in 60 seconds before being diverted to Saudi Arabia.
Tennessee’s failed execution of Christa Pike, a 50-year-old death row inmate, has sparked nationwide scrutiny of lethal injection protocols. The attempt to administer pentobarbital to Pike failed, leaving her in critical condition and prompting a year-long hold on all executions in the state.
Indian pilot Smit Machchhar saved 174 lives after a cockpit attack on a Flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv. The incident involved a co-pilot who allegedly attacked Machchhar, leading to a struggle for control of the aircraft. The plane made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after plummeting 14,000 feet in less than 30 seconds.
Tennessee suspends executions after inmate survives lethal injections. Christa Pike, a death row inmate, survived two failed attempts at lethal injection, leaving her in critical condition. The state has paused all executions until the end of the year.
An Omani co-pilot stabbed a captain on a flight bound for Israel, leading to an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. The incident involved 174 passengers and raised concerns about security and radicalization.
A co-pilot on a Flydubai flight to Israel was transferred to the UAE after allegedly attacking the captain, prompting investigations into potential terrorist ties. The incident involved 174 passengers and crew, with the plane making an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia before passengers were flown home.
Tennessee’s failed execution of Christa Pike left her alive after two doses of pentobarbital, raising concerns about lethal injection protocols. Pike, 50, was in critical condition after the botched attempt, prompting a year-long stay on executions in the state. The incident highlights ongoing issues with the U.S. death penalty method.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said a co-pilot on a flight to Israel attempted to crash the plane after stabbing the captain, with 174 passengers surviving after a dramatic emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. The incident involved a stabbing in the cockpit and a struggle that averted disaster.
Family of Renee Good, killed by ICE agent in Minneapolis, sues Trump administration over fatal shooting during immigration crackdown. Lawsuits allege wrongful death and civil rights violations, targeting federal officials and the agency responsible for the incident.
Tennessee’s failed execution of Christa Pike left her in critical condition after surviving two lethal injections. The botched attempt, which occurred Wednesday night, has prompted a suspension of all executions in the state. Governor Bill Lee has ordered an independent review following the incident.