A Maryland woman pleaded guilty to second-degree murder Monday as prosecutors said in Montgomery County court that she forced a plastic bag over her 92-year-old housemate’s head and strangled her inside a Kensington home in 2021.
Julia Birch, 27, could face up to 40 years in prison at her sentencing, set for June, in the death of longtime artist Nancy Ann Frankel, prosecutors said. State sentencing guidelines, while not binding, recommend a term of 12 to 20 years. Read More...
John North wife, Kyra Phillips, has embodied resilience despite their shared loss, carrying forward their legacy in journalism and family life.
In the vast canvas of American broadcast journalism, a significant, heartfelt chapter belonged to John North and his wife, Kyra Phillips. John North wife played an instrumental role in shaping his personal and professional life.
Although John North has left a vacuum with his untimely demise, his legacy is being carried forward through the indomitable spirit of Kyra and their loving children, reminding us of the enriching life he led. Read More...
Getty ImagesA law allowing assisted suicide has taken effect in Austria.
From Saturday, adults who are terminally ill or have a permanent, debilitating condition, can opt to make provisions for an assisted death.
Parliament approved the new law in December, following a constitutional court ruling on the issue. The practice will be tightly regulated, with each case assessed by two doctors - one of whom would have to be a palliative medicine expert. Read More...
