Texas carries out first execution in U.S. since Christa Pike's failed lethal injection
Texas has executed six people so far in 2026 and plans two more executions scheduled this year.
The Hindu reports: Texas has executed six people so far in 2026 and plans two more executions scheduled this year.
This world story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Texas and Christa Pike.
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