Three jailed over murder of Swedish hip-hop star C Gambino
Three men in their 20s have been given long jail terms for their part in the fatal shooting of award-winning hip-hop artist C Gambino in Gothenburg last year. C Gambino,…
Where in California do investors own the most houses? – The Mercury News
Investors own more than half of all the houses in seven California counties. That’s one eye-catching nugget from my trusty spreadsheet’s review of data on investor activity across the nation…
At least 20 killed in crush at US-backed GHF aid site
Reuters Casualties from the incident were brought to Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis At least 20 people have been killed in a crush at an aid distribution centre in southern…
Pittsburg planning downtown makeover with zoning proposals – The Mercury News
PITTSBURG – Pittsburg is stepping up efforts to transform its downtown into a lively gathering place through a blend of initiatives that include updated zoning efforts, facade upgrades and public…
Harry Potter actress banned from driving for six months for speeding
Steven McIntosh Entertainment reporter Getty Images Watson already had nine points on her licence before the speeding incident occurred, the court heard Harry Potter actress Emma Watson has been banned…
With hundreds of millions of dollars at risk in Bay Area, lawsuit against Trump grows over grant funds – The Mercury News
As the Trump administration continues its attempts to impose conditions on federal grants, a coalition of 60 local governments — including the counties of Santa Clara, Alameda and San Mateo…
US President Donald Trump’s administration deports five migrants to Eswatini
The US says it has deported what it described as five “criminal illegal aliens” to the southern African kingdom of Eswatini. On board the flight were five deportees from Vietnam,…
My cousin believed his wife’s lies about me
DEAR HARRIETTE: I called my cousin “Joe” to wish him a happy birthday. He and I were born in the same year and grew up like siblings. Now that we…
Thai woman arrested for blackmailing monks after sex with thousands of videos
Thai police have arrested a woman who allegedly had sexual relations with monks, and then used photos and videos of the acts to extort money from them. The woman, who…
My husband said the text he got from my brother was just a joke
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married for three years. Most of that time, it has been perfect. Six months ago, we received some amazing news: We are…