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Man sentenced to death for murdering teen TikTok star in Pakistan

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A courtroom scene shows the convicted man, Muhammad Ali, being led away in handcuffs after receiving a death sentence for the murder of a teenage TikTok star in Pakistan.

The convicted individual, identified as 24-year-old Muhammad Ali, was found guilty by a court in Punjab province. The legal proceedings highlighted the ongoing issues of gender-based violence and the societal pressures faced by young women in the country, particularly those in the public eye, such as the rising focus on social media influencers. This case … Read more

Nine policemen sentenced to death in India over Covid custody killings

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A group of people gathers outside a courthouse in India, holding placards and banners to protest against police brutality following the sentencing of nine policemen to death for custodial killings during the Covid19 lockdown.

The court’s decision, delivered on October 25, 2023, marks a rare instance of capital punishment being handed down for custodial deaths, particularly in the context of the pandemic. The judge highlighted the brutal nature of the crime, emphasizing that the actions of the policemen not only violated the law but also undermined public trust in … Read more