Tag: crime/conflict
Chambermaid in Strauss-Kahn assault case speaks out
The hotel maid allegedly assaulted by Dominique Strauss-Kahn says she's being honest about what happened at the Sofitel New York....
Hate-crime victim fights execution of his attacker
Rais Bhuiyan is petitioning Texas lawmakers to spare the life of the man who tried to end his....
History and psychology of shoplifters in 'The Steal'
Rachel Shteir's exhaustive new book traces shoplifting through the ages, and examines theories behind why people steal....
The murder of Argentinian musician Facundo Cabral
The folk singer and peace activist is mourned across Latin America after he was shot to death in Guatemala....
Texas execution has international impact
Execution could hurt U.S. diplomatic relations with Mexico and may violate U.S. compliance with Vienna Convention on Consular Relations....
News of the World closes, hacking victim speaks out
British detectives investigating the illegal phone hacking conducted by the tabloid's staff say the number of victims could exceed 4,000. ...
Murdoch under fire as tabloid hacking scandal grows
Rupert Murdoch's News Corporation losing advertisers and seeing its stock drop over mobile phone hacking scandal....
Media coverage of Casey Anthony trial
Methods news outlets used to cover the trial may have permanently changed the way the media will report on high-profile court cases in the future....
Strauss-Kahn case may collapse over doubts about accuser
Investigators have serious doubts about the credibility of the hotel housekeeper who accused Dominique Strauss-Khan of rape and sexual assault....
Anti-drug violence protests erupt across Mexico: Can they stop the killing?
Thousands of Mexicans are marching 900 miles to protest against the drug-related violence that is plaguing Mexico. "Ya basta," or "it's enough," has become their rallying cry....
