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Buck County Teen Held for Trial in Murder of Temple University Officer

Philadelphia, PA – A Bucks County teenager accused of killing a Temple University police officer last year has been held for trial in the officer’s murder. Miles Pfeffer, 19, appeared in court and waived his right to a preliminary hearing on charges including murder and robbery in the slaying of 31-year-old Officer Christopher Fitzgerald. The family of the slain officer expressed their desire to see Pfeffer sentenced to death, emphasizing the importance of seeking justice …

Michigan State University Reopens Berkey Hall Less Than a Year After Mass Shooting

EAST LANSING, Mich. – Less than a year after a mass shooting on the Michigan State University campus, Berkey Hall has officially reopened its doors. The building had been closed since February 13, 2023, in the wake of the tragic incident. The university community gathered on January 8, 2024, to mark the reopening of the iconic building, signaling a step towards healing and recovery for the campus. The years of February 13, 2023, will live …

University graduate Kalabe Legesse brutally murdered in Peckham Rye Park on December 30, 2022, as robbers convicted of the crime await life sentences

LONDON, UK – On December 30, 2022, Kalabe Legesse was tragically stabbed to death in Peckham Rye Park. Two individuals, 20-year-old Nah’shun Thomas and a 17-year-old boy, have been convicted of this heinous crime and are now facing life sentences. The two culprits cycled around Southwark looking to rob people, carrying out two phone robberies before targeting Legesse as he sat in the park chatting with a friend. The victim was threatened and stabbed once …

JNU Teachers Association condemns lack of action by Delhi Police and university administration against campus attackers

New Delhi, India: The Jawaharlal Nehru University Teachers Association (JNUTA) has strongly criticized the university administration and the Delhi Police for their failure to take appropriate action against masked attackers who wreaked havoc on the prestigious campus four years ago. The violent attack occurred during a student movement protesting a proposed fee hike that would have made JNU the most expensive central university in the country. Teachers at the university also raised concerns about the …

Prague University Honors Victims of Mass Shooting with Silent March

PRAGUE, Czech Republic – Hundreds of people, including students, marched in silence through the streets of Prague on Thursday to pay tribute to the 14 victims of a mass shooting that occurred two weeks prior. The solemn procession began at an impromptu memorial outside of Charles University’s headquarters, where thousands had previously gathered to light candles in remembrance of the tragedy. Charles University Rector Milena Králíčková, along with Faculty of Arts Dean Eva Lehečková, led …

Security Measures Planned for Prague’s Charles University After Faculty Shooting Tragedy

PRAGUE, Czech Republic – In the wake of a tragic mass shooting at the Faculty of Arts, which resulted in the deaths of 14 individuals, Charles University in Prague is taking steps to enhance security measures within its buildings. The university is preparing a comprehensive list of possible security measures tailored to each of its faculties in an effort to ensure the safety of its students and staff. During a crisis meeting, the university’s rector, …

Michigan State University Settles for $15 Million with Families of Campus Shooting Victims

EAST LANSING, Mich. — Michigan State University has reached a $15 million settlement with the families of three students who were killed on Feb. 13 in a campus shooting, according to records obtained through a public records request to the university. The families or estates of the victims will each receive $5 million as part of the settlement. The settlements were approved by MSU in December, marking the end of extensive negotiations over many months. …

University of Houston Teen Robbery Death Leads to Murder Charges

Houston, Texas – A teenager was found shot to death in the elevator of an apartment complex near the University of Houston last month. Court documents filed in Harris County revealed that the 16-year-old boy was killed while attempting an armed robbery. The suspected accomplice, an 18-year-old man named Larry Holmes, has been charged with his murder. According to Harris County prosecutors, Holmes coached the 16-year-old to commit a robbery while pointing a gun at …

University Memorializes those Lost in Czech Mass Shooting on New Year’s Eve, Reflecting on the Changes in the World

PRAGUE, Czech Republic — The city of Prague, known for its historical charm, was recently shocked by a tragic event. On December 21st, a university student carried out a mass shooting at Charles University, killing 14 people before taking his own life. The incident has left the local community in mourning and sparked discussions about gun ownership and violence in the Czech Republic. The aftermath of the shooting has brought the community together in grief, …