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Democratic Labour Party's General Secretary Steve Blackett suspended following a unanimous decision by the General Council. Pedro Shepherd to serve in interim role amid complaints and pending investigation.
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The General Council of the Democratic Labour Party suspends general secretary Steve Blackett pending investigation. Pedro Shepherd appointed as assistant general secretary. Internal party dynamics and leadership changes discussed.
Sales representative Kia Nikisha Branch, 25, faces charges for assaulting a police officer, resisting arrest, causing a disturbance at Netball Stadium, and damaging state property. Bail set at $5,000. Court date set for November 19.
Former Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales to stand trial for allegedly kissing player without consent after women's World Cup win. Charges include sexual assault and coercion. Other officials also implicated.
Deputy DPP asserts Gregory Adams' killing was orchestrated, not self-defense against domestic violence. Lack of evidence and discrepancies in injuries and blood patterns raise doubts in trial.
