If the execution proceeds, Pike would be the first woman executed in Tennessee in more than 200 years.

Students are protesting over issues such as overcrowded classes, but the prime minister has condemned reports of violence.

Jonathan McKinsey's in-laws, who are both 77 years old, face multiple charges including first-degree murder.

Turkish comedian Deniz Göktaş has been sentenced to almost 19 months, but is set to be released due to time served.