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Supreme Court turns away appeal from alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed

The Supreme Court rebuffed an effort by alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed to revive a plea deal reached with military prosecutors and revoked by the Biden administration.

Editorial Team19 Oct, 17:01

Supreme Court turns away appeal from alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed

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Supreme Court to decide legality of federal ban on distilling liquor at home

The Supreme Court on Monday said it will consider the constitutionality of a nearly 160-year-old federal ban on distilling liquor at home.

Editorial Team19 Oct, 16:52

Supreme Court to decide legality of federal ban on distilling liquor at home

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Supreme Court rejects alleged 9/11 mastermind’s attempt to revive plea deal

Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two others accused of plotting the terrorist attacks are scheduled to go on trial in 2028 and could face the death penalty.

Editorial Team19 Oct, 16:33

Supreme Court rejects alleged 9/11 mastermind’s attempt to revive plea deal

October 19, 2026

World

ICE agents broke US citizen’s arm as they detained him in California, officials say

Ricardo Gonzalez was injured and taken to hospital after confrontation in Long Beach, according to officials

Editorial Team

October 19, 2026

World

Dramatic images show violent unrest sweeping across France

France unrest protest photos over the weekend Macron election buildup

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Dramatic images show violent unrest sweeping across France

October 19, 2026

World

Ukraine claims world’s first drone evacuation of wounded soldier

The “historic” mission comes as Kyiv faces a dire turn in its relationship with Washington over the withdrawal of support in its fight against Russia.

Editorial Team

October 19, 2026

World

France's leaders vow to restore order after weekend of violent riots across the country

French officials implemented local curfews Monday and said an "ultra-left movement" was behind widespread violence and vandalism amid anti-government protests.

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