torture

A former Gambian soldier is on trial in the U.S. on allegations he committed torture in his home country

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DENVER — Jury selection began Monday in the trial of a former Gambian soldier accused of torture in his home country, making him the first noncitizen to stand trial in the United States for allegedly committing torture abroad. Michael Correa, 45, a former soldier in the Gambia military, is charged with six counts of torture … Read more

Buskers are ‘psychological torture’ says judge

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Getty Images A judge said office workers in Leicester Square were being subjected to “industrially amplified daily concerts” Buskers playing loud songs over and over have been compared to psychological torture by a judge who has ordered Westminster Council to stop the racket. Global Radio took the authority to court over the noise which it … Read more