VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis on Friday joined the chorus of shock over the car bomb slaying of Maltese investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, sending a note expressing his condolences Friday to the overwhelmingly Catholic island nation. Popes often send telegrams of condolences after deadly natural disasters or the deaths of prominent world leaders. … Continue reading
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Sons of slain journalist call for Malta leader’s resignation
MILAN (AP) — Maltese authorities faced mounting pressure Thursday to ensure an independent investigation into the slaying of investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, who was known for her fearless reporting on corruption in the small Mediterranean island nation. The 53-year-old journalist’s three grown sons called on Maltese Prime Minister Joseph Muscat to resign, saying he … Continue reading
Arlington man charged in estranged wife’s stabbing death
ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — An Arlington man has been arrested after a special investigative grand jury indicted him in connection with the stabbing death of his estranged wife. Arlington police say 46-year-old David Black was arrested Thursday and charged with murder in the death of 42-year-old Bonnie Black. David Black is also charged with one … Continue reading