Supreme Court allows confinement of violent sexual predators
The court ruled 5-4 that states may confine dangerous sex offenders in hospitals after prison terms even without a mental illness diagnosis. The decision, upholding Kansas law and similar statutes in five states, permits annual hearings while keeping Hendricks confined for life. Justice Kennedy joined the majority. Breyer dissented.
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Supreme Court Allows Public Teachers in Church Run Schools
The Supreme Court, in a 5-4 decision, overruled the 1985 ban and allowed taxpayer funded teachers to provide remedial help in church affiliated schools. The ruling could wipe out federal Title I costs while sparking ongoing debates over vouchers and tax breaks for private schooling.
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Green Europe Challenges America at Rio Plus 5 Summit
At the Rio Plus 5 gathering European leaders push for concrete emissions cuts and rapid action to curb global warming, while the United States adopts a go slow stance. Tony Blair urges Washington to follow Europe’s lead, citing industry concerns over job losses and a shift to cleaner energy.
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Shabazz dies from fire injuries linked to grandson's act
Betty Shabazz, 61, widow of Malcolm X and civil rights figure, died of burns from a Yonkers apartment fire allegedly set by her 12-year-old grandson. She had been in critical condition since June 1 and received artificial skin grafts. Attallah Shabazz honored her memory outside Jacobi Medical Center.
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