Victim of Scotland’s worst online predator calls for tighter laws to stop him harming other women
A victim of Scotland’s worst online predator has called for stricter laws to stop abusers like him ruining more women’s lives. Andreas Gkertsos has been banned from using the internet…
Reforms needed to tackle prison overcrowding, Justice Secretary says
Justice Secretary Angela Constance has made a public appeal about prisoners ahead of a vital vote on their early release. MSPs will debate plans on Tuesday to release thousands of…
Ex-Celtic star John Hartson’s punch up with Hollywood hard-man Vinnie Jones
Celtic legend John Hartson once had a punch-up with football bad boy turned Hollywood hardman Vinnie Jones – to see which of them was the hardest. The ex-Celtic striker, nicknamed…
Even with access to blockbuster obesity drugs, some people don’t lose weight
Obesity experts say that roughly 20% of patients — as many as 1 in 5 — may not see robust results with the new medications. WASHINGTON D.C., DC — Unlike…
NBA follows NFL in warning players about rash of high-end burglaries
The warning comes after multiple athletes – including Timberwolves guard Mike Conley – were hit by what law enforcement calls sophisticated and organized rings. MILWAUKEE — The NBA is joining…
Orlando Pride beats Washington Spirit 1-0 for NWSL championship
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) – Barbra Banda scored in the 37th minute to give the Orlando Pride their first National Women’s Soccer League championship with a 1-0 victory over the…
Fast fashion may seem cheap, but it’s taking a costly toll on the planet — and on millions of young customers
Fast fashion is responsible for an estimated 8% to 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions, and its emissions are projected to grow quickly as the industry expands. WASHINGTON D.C., DC…
The Philippine vice president publicly threatens to have the president assassinated
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte warned that if she herself was killed, the president, his wife and the House of Representatives speaker would be assassinated. MANILA, Philippines — Philippine Vice…
Crime and Public Safety | Italian tourist slashed in unprovoked attack in Manhattan
An Italian tourist was slashed Saturday morning in a random attack in Manhattan, cops said. The 42-year-old tourist was walking north at Madison Ave. and E. 37th St. in Murray…
Fred Harris, former US senator from Oklahoma and presidential hopeful, dies at 94
(AP) – Fred Harris, a former U.S. senator from Oklahoma, presidential hopeful and populist who championed Democratic Party reforms in the turbulent 1960s, died Saturday. He was 94. Harris’ wife,…