Uncovering the Mormon Church’s Role in Concealing Child Sex Abuse Cases

Hailey, Idaho (AP) – In March 2017, after Chelsea Goodrich recounted her tales of sexual abuse at the hands of her father, John Goodrich, a former bishop in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, to Risk Management Division director Paul Rytting, in Hailey, Idaho, a surprising offer was made to Chelsea and her …

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US Accuses Indian Official of Plotting Assassination of Sikh Separatist Leader

Indian government official directs assassination plot of prominent Sikh separatist living in New York City, U.S. prosecutors say NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. authorities have charged an individual allegedly involved in a scheme to murder Sikh separatist leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun who resides in New York City. According to prosecutors, Indian government officials were also …

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Israel-Hamas Conflict: Gaza’s Main Hospital Evacuates Premature Babies to Egypt

In a heart-wrenching ordeal, 31 “very sick” premature babies from Gaza’s main hospital were successfully transferred to an alternate hospital in the southern city of Rafah. The newborns, who suffered from dehydration, vomiting, and hypothermia, were without medical supplies and were in dire need of immediate care due to a power blackout and the ongoing …

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Controversy Erupts as Bishop Joseph Strickland of Tyler Faces Ousting Over Criticisms of Papal Reforms

Stay informed with The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that delivers the most crucial Texas news directly to your inbox. Pope Francis has removed the bishop of Tyler, Joseph Strickland, who openly criticized the pope’s efforts to reform the Catholic Church to be more inclusive of women in governance and LGBTQ+ people. The removal …

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Israel Stands Firm Against US Pressure Amidst Gaza Conflict, Prioritizes Release of Hostages before Ceasing War for Increased Aid

TEL AVIV, Israel — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu firmly rejected U.S. pressure for a humanitarian pause in the ongoing war in Gaza until the hostages held by Hamas are released. These remarks followed U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s visit to Israel, where he expressed American support for Israel’s campaign against Hamas and called …

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Israel’s Bold Advancement into Gaza: Liberation of Hamas Captive Prompts Demands for Cease-Fire, Netanyahu Stands Firm

In a recent development, Israeli ground forces have initiated a deeper incursion into Gaza, using tanks and armored vehicles to advance towards the main city. The operation resulted in the rescue of a female soldier who had been held captive by Hamas militants since October 7th. Despite calls for a cease-fire, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin …

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Breaking News: Egypt Eases Border Restrictions, Allowing Vital Aid to Reach Gaza Strip’s Besieged Population

RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — The border crossing between Egypt and Gaza officially opened on Saturday to allow much-needed aid into the besieged Palestinian territory. This comes after Israel sealed off the border and launched airstrikes in response to Hamas’ violent activities two weeks ago. However, only 20 trucks were permitted to enter, which aid …

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