The South African sprinter, whose trial for the 2013 killing of his girlfriend drew intense global interest, served more than seven years in prison.
Tag: Decisions and Verdicts
Putin’s Drive to Rewrite History Snares a Retired Lithuanian Judge
A few years ago, Kornelija Maceviciene ruled against Soviet officers for a brutal crackdown on pro-independence protesters in her country in 1991. That has made her a target for a Russian court.
Netanyahu Allies Signal Pause in Campaign to Rein In Judges
With Israel fighting in Gaza, people on both sides of the judiciary debate appear unwilling to return to the domestic upheaval that preceded the war.
Spanish Soccer Star Testifies About Unwanted Kiss
Jennifer Hermoso, who was kissed on the mouth by Spain’s former soccer boss, Luis Rubiales, gave evidence at a hearing to determine whether Mr. Rubiales will be charged.
Supreme Court Ruling Adds to Questions Over Kind of State Israel Will Be
Monday’s court ruling joined the war in Gaza in a widening crisis over what kind of state Israel will be.
Israel’s Supreme Court Strikes Down Judiciary Law
The Supreme Court, by the narrowest of margins, rejected a law pushed by Netanyahu allies that limited its authority to review government decisions.
Israel Expresses Regret for Civilian Casualties in Gaza Airstrike
The Israeli military said it was “working to draw lessons” from an attack in central Gaza that was reported to have killed dozens of people.
Court Ruling Could Revive Plan for a European Super League in Soccer
The European Court of Justice said the sport’s governing bodies had abused their dominant position by blocking a new competition, opening the way for revamped proposals.
Vatican Sentences Cardinal Giovanni Angelo Becciu to Over 5 Years for Fraud
The case raised questions about financial mismanagement at the highest levels of the church, and about Pope Francis’ power.
U.S. Officials and García Luna Met Often, Records Show
Genaro García Luna filed a new trial bid saying the former Mexican official met with U.S. officials more than 180 times and was also “extensively vetted” by the C.I.A. and D.E.A.