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Is the death penalty dying first part in Midland Texas
A Midland Texas report examines whether capital punishment is waning. Daniel Higgins received life without parole after pleading guilty to murdering a Sheriff’s deputy, while the broader system faces legal, ethical, and logistical challenges that may be eroding its use nationwide. The piece notes rising appeals, drug supply issues, and court battles, with further cases on the docket and quotes Supreme Court concerns about arbitrariness.
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Germany reimposes border controls over migrant influx
Germany announces emergency border checks aimed at cutting migrant inflows from Middle East chaos. Interior Minister de Maiziere says controls begin on the Austrian frontier to restore orderly entry. EU open-border policy faces strain as Hungary Italy and Greece struggle with waves of refugees. Greek coast guard reports 34 migrants dead after a boat capsized near Farmakonissi. About 450,000 migrants arrived in Germany this year. Berlin plans to take in up to 800,000 in 2015.
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Fed rate decision nears with markets in suspense
The Federal Reserve faces a crucial meeting this week as economists split on a rate hike for the first time since 2008. A majority expect a hold amid market turmoil, with analysts noting potential slower job growth and a modest rise in unemployment if policy makers delay. Inflation remains soft, the dollar remains strong, and futures pricing shows low odds of an immediate move.
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