US charges ex-Olympic snowboarder turned drug kingpin with murder of witness

A Canadian former Olympic snowboarder, Ryan James Wedding, is wanted in the US for allegedly leading a multi-national drug trafficking network. He faces charges related to the murder of a federal witness, as announced by US Attorney General Pam Bondi.

The US Attorney General, Pam Bondi, announced that the Justice Department will release files related to Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days, following the US Senate's passage of a bill mandating the release. However, there may be material withheld that could impact an ongoing investigation ordered by Donald Trump. As of now, Trump has not scheduled time to sign the bill.

David Maltinsky, a 16-year veteran of the FBI, has filed a lawsuit claiming he was wrongfully terminated for displaying a Pride flag at his desk. He alleges that his dismissal was unconstitutional and politically motivated, naming FBI Director Kash Patel, the Justice Department, and Attorney General Pam Bondi as defendants.

In Colombia, armed groups have intensified their recruitment of minors under 18, leading to a surge in child rebel recruits. President Gustavo Petro faces criticism regarding the government's responsibility for the deaths of these young individuals. The situation raises questions about the effectiveness of government policies in protecting vulnerable populations from violence and exploitation.

Ryan James Wedding, a Canadian Olympian, has been charged with murder in connection to the killing of a witness. U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi announced that a newly unsealed indictment accuses Wedding of tracking down the witness and posting their photos online to facilitate the murder.

A young Indigenous Embera woman has traveled to Colombia's jungle to address a suicide epidemic affecting her community. This troubling trend highlights the mental health crisis faced by the Embera people, who are grappling with various socio-economic challenges. The woman's journey aims to confront these issues directly and seek solutions to the despair that has led to increased suicide rates among her peers. The situation underscores the urgent need for mental health support and resources within Indigenous communities in Colombia.

As the Cop30 summit progresses into its second week, concerns are rising regarding the treatment of Indigenous peoples by the UN. Advocates are voicing their anxiety over the potential outcomes of the conference. In a related development, Colombia is set to host an international conference in April next year aimed at phasing out fossil fuels, joining 17 nations in the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative, which held a press conference at Cop30.