An Albanian judge was fatally shot in a courtroom, exacerbating public discontent regarding ongoing judicial reforms.

An Albanian judge was fatally shot in a courtroom, exacerbating public discontent regarding ongoing judicial reforms.

According to the International Commission of Jurists, Albanian Appeals Court Judge Astrit Kalaja was shot on Oct. 6 inside a Tirana courtroom as he was presiding over a property dispute case. Kalaja succumbed to his injuries, and two others were wounded in the incident. The suspect, age 30, has been apprehended. Kalaja’s death quickly became…

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Occupant barely avoids blazing vehicle detonation while authorities quickly save confined individual

Occupant barely avoids blazing vehicle detonation while authorities quickly save confined individual

Newly available footage from a body camera shows the intense moment California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers bravely sprang into action to save an unconscious driver from a burning car in South Los Angeles. The state agency released the video on Thursday, emphasizing the officers’ courageous actions during the incident on July 3. The video shows…

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Drones in flight target retail crime.

Drones in flight target retail crime.

Retailers have always struggled with shoplifting, but a U.S. firm now thinks drones could be a solution. Flock Safety, known for its camera systems for law enforcement, is promoting its new Flock Aerodome Drone as an Automated Security system for private use. The concept is straightforward: if a theft occurs, a drone takes off, tracks…

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North Korea's Kim Jong Un Parades 'Most Powerful' Ballistic Missile Before Foreign Dignitaries During Military Display

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un Parades ‘Most Powerful’ Ballistic Missile Before Foreign Dignitaries During Military Display

Kim Jong Un, the North Korean leader, showcased a new long-range intercontinental ballistic missile at a Pyongyang military parade on Friday that featured foreign leaders.  The Hwasong-20, which has not yet been tested, was touted by the Korean Central News Agency, which is state-owned, as possessing the “most powerful nuclear strategic weapons system.” Shorter-range ballistic,…

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Report says Brad Pitt and Ines de Ramon are seriously advancing their relationship, mapping out their future as a couple.

Report says Brad Pitt and Ines de Ramon are seriously advancing their relationship, mapping out their future as a couple.

After reportedly being together for three years, Brad Pitt and Ines de Ramon have achieved a new milestone in their relationship.  The 61-year-old actor and the 32-year-old jewelry designer are now “fully living together,” according to a source cited by People magazine in a report released on Friday.  “Brad really makes Ines a part of…

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Philadelphia endures brutal sports night, experiencing its first 'triple loss' in over 40 years.

Philadelphia endures brutal sports night, experiencing its first ‘triple loss’ in over 40 years.

Lottery tickets should be avoided by those living in Philadelphia. Thursday night featured three local sports teams in action, at one point all competing simultaneously, and they all suffered defeats. The Phillies’ National League Division Series game against the Los Angeles Dodgers was arguably the most crucial, as a victory would have forced a decisive…

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Trump is highly commendable for bringing about peace in Gaza; however, his subsequent vindictive actions detracted from the accomplishment.

Trump is highly commendable for bringing about peace in Gaza; however, his subsequent vindictive actions detracted from the accomplishment.

President Trump makes many threats. Sometimes they work out, sometimes not. And sometimes it’s just a show. Especially in an online post, like when he said Chicago’s mayor and Illinois’ governor should be jailed for opposing his troop deployment to the Windy City. But his persistent nature – supported by the world’s most powerful military…

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