An 18‑year‑old high school senior was taken into custody without bail after police said he admitted to murdering a 69‑year‑old woman in Danvers. The suspect, who is still under investigation, confessed to the crime during a police interview in Salem District Court. A psychologist expressed concern a
The United Arab Emirates has taken a hard line against social media posts that show missile and drone attacks coming from Iran. Twenty-one individuals, including a 60‑year‑old tourist from Britain, were charged under the country’s cybercrime rules. The British man was taken into custody in Dubai
In late February, a 73‑year‑old man from Aurora found himself back outside a local convenience store. He had been legally barred from the premises on December 6, and after slipping into it again on December 10, he received a trespassing ticket. He didn’t show up for the court date that followed. Whe
The Apple TV series “Twisted Yoga” began airing on March 13. It tells the story of a worldwide yoga network that has been accused of cult‑like behavior and abuse. The show follows students who joined a Romanian guru’s group hoping for health and community. They later discovered that the leader, G
Sky has secured the rights to Cary Joji Fukunaga’s upcoming crime drama “Blood on Snow, ” a story drawn from Jo Nesbø’s best‑selling novel. The film will debut as a Sky Original in the United Kingdom, with plans for a 2027 cinema release. The project brings together a star‑studded ensemble that inc
People in ancient Israel often faced stronger foes with big armies. Yet the prophets warned them: “Trust not in chariots or horses, but in God. ” The real danger was thinking that human weapons could replace divine help. In the Bible, Jesus’ family line traced back to King David. In a time when r
Nancy Woodrum, 62, ran a hair salon in Paso Robles and lived alone at her Victorian ranch home called Paradise Ranch. She was known for her friendly nature, but after her husband’s death she kept to herself. On May 5, 2018, her daughter Amanda noticed that Nancy had not shown up to a regular Bible s
The Alabama Attorney General criticized a documentary that was nominated for an Oscar. He said the film, which shows inside Alabama prisons, does not focus on victims’ families. The director of the film was invited to the Oscars by the state’s officials, but they did not attend. The Attorne
Patricia Cornwell has penned more than forty books that together have moved over a hundred and twenty million readers. A new film adaptation of her “Scarpetta” series, starring Nicole Kidman, just premiered on Amazon. In a recent interview she explained that her secret is simple: fear stops creati
In the heart of downtown Chicago, a 36‑year‑old man was taken into custody on March 5 after police said he assaulted three women. The incident happened near 108 S. Michigan Ave, where the suspect was described as wearing all black and striking strangers on the street. One victim, a 24‑year‑old Blac
