David Balogun

Gardaí are investigating the death of a woman in her 30s whose body was discovered at a residential property on Bridewell Lane, Mallow, Co. Cork, on Friday morning, January 3rd. The discovery prompted a full investigation into the circumstances of her death. Assistant State Pathologist Dr. Margot Bolster attended the scene, and the woman's body has been taken to Cork University Hospital for a post-mortem examination to determine the cause of death. The Garda Technical Bureau has also been deployed to conduct a forensic examination of the property. A senior investigating officer (SIO) has been appointed to oversee the investigation, and an incident room has been established at Mallow Garda Station. A family liaison officer (FLO) has been assigned to support the deceased woman's family during this difficult time. Gardaí are appealing to the public for any information that may […]

A South Korean court has issued a detention warrant for impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol, according to the country's anti-corruption agency. The warrant relates to Yoon's controversial six-hour martial law decree earlier this month, which investigators are examining as a possible act of rebellion.The crisis began when President Yoon was impeached on December 14 by the opposition-controlled National Assembly. During his brief martial law declaration, he sent security forces to block parliament, though lawmakers still managed to enter the chamber and unanimously overturn his decree. Since then, Yoon has refused to cooperate with investigators or allow searches of his office. While presidents typically have immunity from prosecution, this protection doesn't extend to charges of rebellion or treason.The political turmoil has only intensified as the opposition has now also impeached Acting President Han Duck-soo over a dispute about Constitutional Court appointments. […]

Ireland has implemented stricter hate crime legislation with the commencement of the Criminal Justice (Hate Offences) Act 2024. This new law increases prison sentences for crimes proven to be motivated by hatred. The move comes in response to rising hate crime statistics reported by Garda Síochána (Irish police). Justice Minister Helen McEntee stated the legislation sends a "clear message" against hate-motivated attacks and reinforces the commitment to protecting vulnerable communities. She emphasized that targeting individuals based on protected characteristics will now result in prosecution for hate crimes. Previously, Ireland was one of the few EU countries without specific hate crime legislation, despite Garda Síochána recording such offenses. Recorded hate crimes increased by 7.5% in 2023 and by 29% in 2022, highlighting the need for legal reform. The new act aims to address this gap and has received broad public support. […]