Proud Boys sentencing – live: Former leader Enrique Tarrio faces record Jan 6 prison term
Former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio will be sentenced later today and faces the prospect of a record prison term among the legal cases brought after the insurrection at the US Capitol. Tarrio has been found guilty of seditious conspiracy in one of the most serious cases stemming from the 6 January 2021 riots, when supporters of Donald Trump attempted to prevent Congress from certifying Joe Biden’s election victory. Tarrio is now among four members of the self-described “Western chauvinist” gang facing decades in prison after they were found guilty in May of seditious conspiracy and other charges. The Justice Department is seeking 33 years in prison for Tarrio. So far the longest sentence related to Jan 6 has been given to Stewart Rhodes, the founder of the Oath Keepers, who was convicted in another case of seditious conspiracy and received a sentence of 18 years. In a sentencing memo, prosecutors said the men “organised and directed a force of nearly 200 to attack the heart of our democracy” and “intentionally positioned themselves at the vanguard of political violence in this country.” Read More Who is Enrique Tarrio? Ex-Proud Boys leader faces longest prison sentence yet for January 6 ‘Donald Trump’s army’: Proud Boys members face decades in prison for January 6 sedition Manhunt underway to find Proud Boy who was gone on run days before Jan 6 sentencing
2023-08-30 12:23
Ukraine-Russia war live: Four Russian military transport planes destroyed in drone attack on airport
At least four military transport planes were destroyed in a drone attack at the Pskov airport in western Russia, the regional governor has said. Moscow on Wednesday accused Ukraine of targeting six Russian regions in what appeared to be the biggest drone attack on Russian soil since the beginning of the invasion. The strike, which was first reported minutes before midnight, hit the airport and damaged four Il-76 transport aircraft, Russia’s state news agency Tass reported. All flight operations to and from the airport have been suspended to assess the damage. The strike comes a day after Ukraine said its armed forces have gained a foothold in the southern Zaporizhzhia region, where they are believed to be advancing towards Russia’s second line of defence. Kyiv’s General Staff said its forces had “achieved success ... within the re-captured frontiers” and were attacking detected enemy targets with artillery as well as carrying out counter-battery measures. Meanwhile, the Kremlin said Vladimir Putin had no plans to attend the funeral of Yevgeny Prigozhin, as the Wagner chief’s press service said a closed-door “farewell” service was held for him on Tuesday, with mourners welcome at a cemetery in his native St Petersburg. Read More 6 regions targeted in biggest drone attack on Russia since it sent troops to Ukraine, officials say Secretive funeral for Wagner chief as Putin stays away White House says Kremlin has ‘long history’ of killing its opponents following Prigozhin death
2023-08-30 12:17
Giants right-hander Alex Cobb carries no-hit bid into 7th inning vs Reds
San Francisco right-hander Alex Cobb carried a no-hit bid through seven innings against the Cincinnati Reds with the help of a scoring change
2023-08-30 11:46
'Wish I could invite everyone’: ‘GMA’ host Robin Roberts shares glimpse into her ‘big day’ as she checks out decor for wedding with Amber Laign
'GMA' host Robin Roberts kept her promise to her fans and provided them a glimpse into the floral arrangement and decor to be used on her wedding day
2023-08-30 11:25
Tennessee State House votes to 'silence' Rep. Justin Jones, 1 of 2 Democrats expelled earlier this year
The GOP-controlled Tennessee House of Representatives on Monday voted to silence one of two Democratic members expelled from the chamber earlier this year, as the legislature meets for a contentious special session on public safety spurred by a mass shooting at a Nashville school.
2023-08-30 11:24
Australians are voting on creating an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. Here's what you need to know
Australians will vote on Oct. 14 in a referendum that would enshrine in the nation’s constitution a mechanism for Indigenous people to advise Parliament on policies that effect their lives known as the Voice
2023-08-30 10:59
US commerce chief to meet Chinese women executives in Shanghai
WASHINGTON U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo will wrap up a four-day visit to China on Wednesday with remarks
2023-08-30 10:55
Ukraine blasts Pope Francis' address to Russian youth as 'imperialist propaganda'
Ukrainian officials have criticized Pope Francis' recent address to Russian youth, calling his remarks "imperialist propaganda."
2023-08-30 10:53
Voice referendum: Australia to hold historic Indigenous vote in October
Voters will consider whether to recognise Indigenous people in the country's constitution.
2023-08-30 10:20
Australians to vote in a referendum on Indigenous Voice to Parliament on Oct. 14
Australians will vote on Oct. 14 on a proposed law to create a so-called Indigenous Voice to Parliament in the nation’s first referendum in a generation
2023-08-30 10:17
Amazon CEO says 'it’s probably not going work out' for employees who defy return-to-office policy
Amazon employees have been pushing back against the company’s return to office policy for months — and it seems the ecommerce giant’s CEO has had enough
2023-08-30 09:59
Johnny & Associates founder Kitagawa sexually assaulted hundreds of teens, investigation finds
A team investigating sexual assault allegations against the late founder of a talent agency for boy bands says it has found the charges credible and is calling for financial compensation for the victims
2023-08-30 09:49