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21 May 2025
#politics
Le Monde: US Senate confirms Trump in-law Charles Kushner as ambassador to France
Charles Kushner has been confirmed as the U.S. ambassador to France, receiving a 51-45 vote in the Senate. A real estate developer and father-in-law of Jared Kushner, he has a controversial past, having been pardoned by Trump after serving time for tax evasion and witness tampering.
Kushner aims to strengthen U.S.-France relations amid tensions from Trump's trade policies and the Ukraine conflict. He acknowledged his criminal history during the confirmation process, calling it a serious mistake. His nomination received bipartisan support, including from Senator Cory Booker.
#society
Le Monde: Justice minister sparks outrage with plan for high-security prison wing in French Guiana
Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin announced plans for a new high-security wing at the future Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni prison in French Guiana, aimed at housing dangerous drug traffickers and Islamist extremists. This has sparked controversy among local politicians, who argue the focus should be on addressing juvenile incarceration needs rather than creating a high-security unit.
The new prison is intended to alleviate severe overcrowding in the existing Rémire-Montjoly facility, which is operating at 134.7% capacity. Critics, including prison staff, have expressed concerns that the proposed high-security wing does not address the pressing issues of juvenile rehabilitation.
Times Of Israel: Mourning their genocide, Israeli Circassians hold fast to multilayered identity
Sara Thakoo, an eighth-generation resident of Kfar Kama, is part of Israel's Circassian community, which strives to preserve its language and culture. The village commemorates its history, particularly the Circassian genocide, while integrating into modern Israeli society.
Kfar Kama, a unique Circassian village, is seeing a revival in tourism and cultural pride, despite challenges from regional conflicts. Local leaders emphasize the importance of maintaining their heritage while adapting to contemporary life in Israel.
GB News: Jacob Rees-Mogg GRILLS human rights lawyer who defends Lucy Connolly prison sentence: 'Two-tier justice!'
Jacob Rees-Mogg has questioned the 31-month prison sentence given to Lucy Connolly for a tweet inciting racial hatred, suggesting it exemplifies "two-tier justice." Connolly's tweet, made during riots, called for the burning of hotels housing migrants.
Rees-Mogg argued that Connolly's language was merely an opinion rather than a direct incitement to violence, contrasting her sentence with lighter punishments for other offenders. Several Conservative politicians have voiced support for Connolly, describing her situation as a product of a politicized justice system.
#foreignaffairs
Times Of Israel: Former PM Olmert tells BBC Israeli actions in Gaza ‘close to a war crime’
Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert has accused Israel of approaching war crimes in its actions in Gaza, criticizing the government's military strategy and humanitarian blockade. His remarks follow a former general's controversial statement about civilian casualties, igniting backlash from right-wing politicians.
As Israel resumes limited humanitarian aid to Gaza, it continues its military offensive against Hamas, claiming to target combatants while minimizing civilian casualties. Olmert's comments reflect growing international scrutiny and internal dissent regarding the conflict's humanitarian impact.
Fox News: Trump to meet leader of ‘out of control’ South Africa at White House
President Trump is set to meet South African President Cyril Ramaphosa at the White House amid escalating tensions, including Trump's claims of genocide against white Afrikaner farmers. Ramaphosa's government denies these allegations, while the U.S. considers potential sanctions due to South Africa's foreign policy choices.
The meeting comes as South Africa faces economic challenges and seeks to improve trade relations with the U.S. Ramaphosa is under pressure to secure deals, particularly in natural gas and minerals, while also navigating the complexities of South Africa's alignment with countries like Russia and Iran.
#history
Fox News: Expert identifies ancient 'propaganda' praising pharaoh who may have challenged Moses
Egyptologist Jean-Guillaume Olette-Pelletier has discovered ancient hieroglyphs on a 3,300-year-old obelisk in Paris that support the authority of Ramesses II, a pharaoh often associated with the biblical Exodus. The inscriptions, described as propaganda, assert his legitimacy and divine right to rule.
Olette-Pelletier identified seven cryptographies that emphasize Ramesses II's authority and efforts to prevent a coup, given his non-divine birth. The obelisk's inscriptions also portray him as a provider of wealth through the Nile flood, reinforcing his status among the nobility.
#crime
Fox News: Bryan Kohberger case leak could lead to excluded evidence, Idaho attorney warns
An Idaho lawyer believes Judge Steven Hippler will hold prosecutors accountable for a leak of sensitive information in the Bryan Kohberger quadruple murder case. A recent NBC "Dateline" episode revealed new evidence, including cellphone records and surveillance footage, raising concerns about the integrity of the trial.
Hippler noted the potential violation of a gag order and ordered an investigation into the leak, which could impact jury selection and prolong the trial. Experts warn that this breach may taint the jury pool and complicate any future appeals by Kohberger if found guilty.
Fox News: Father of NC college student 'furious' after career criminal allegedly kills daughter in USC house burglary
Logan Federico, a 22-year-old college student, was shot and killed during a random burglary in Columbia, South Carolina, while visiting friends. The suspect, Alexander Dickey, a 30-year-old with a lengthy criminal history, entered the home, stole items, and fatally shot Federico.
Her father expressed anger upon learning of Dickey's extensive prior arrests, emphasizing the shock of his daughter being a victim of a random crime. Dickey faces multiple charges, including murder and burglary, and is scheduled for court on July 25.
Fox News: California man accused in recent murder was let out of jail on 'mental health diversion' six months ago
Jordan Murray, 25, is charged with murder after allegedly stabbing a man to death in Fair Oaks, California, on May 18. He was released from jail in November 2024 due to mental health diversion after committing two violent robberies earlier that year.
Following his release, Murray committed the fatal stabbing just six months later. He was apprehended after a series of violent incidents, including robbing businesses and using a caustic chemical against employees. He is currently held without bail and faces multiple charges.