Singapore Breaks 20-Year Streak, Executes Woman

Singapore has executed its first woman in nearly two decades for drug trafficking, despite protests from anti-death penalty advocates. Saridewi Binte Djamani, convicted of possessing over 30 grams of heroin, was hanged on Friday. Singapore argues that its harsh drug laws help deter drug offenses, but critics argue that the death penalty is inhumane and ineffective. Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch have condemned Singapore's policies, stating that there is no evidence that the death penalty deters drug use or availability.