The backlog in Crown Courts has soared to nearly 80,000 cases, with magistrates' courts also at a record high. Justice Secretary David Lammy's plan to slash jury trials faces criticism as barristers call for more courtrooms. Read the full analysis.
Tom Silvagni, son of AFL legend Stephen Silvagni, sentenced to six years for rape. Victim details lifelong trauma in powerful court statement. Read the full story.
A Taiwanese backpacker, Tsai-Wei Hung, waged a three-month petrol bomb campaign against her former landlord and housemates in Melbourne. She has pleaded guilty to arson, extortion, and endangering lives. Read the full shocking story.
A man from a prominent Melbourne family has been convicted of digitally raping a woman in his home after pretending to be her boyfriend. The jury reached its verdict after less than two days.
Police are searching for a gunman after a fatal targeted shooting in the MGM National Harbor food court. One man in his 20s was killed. Read the latest on the investigation.
Renowned surgeon Professor Fares Haddad has been awarded £37,000 from Jack Barclay Ltd after his Bentley was stolen. The court found the dealership failed to activate the car's tracking device. Read the full legal details.
A 35-year-old man has been found guilty of felony charges after a terrifying incident where he menaced a neighbourhood wearing a clown mask and wielding a chainsaw. Read the full details of the conviction.
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces sweeping court reforms to slash backlogs. Defendants facing less than three years in jail will lose automatic right to jury trial. Read the full details.
A man from a prominent family denies digitally raping a woman at his Melbourne home. He admitted forging an Uber receipt after the alleged assault. The trial continues.
A truck driver has been sentenced to over 12 years for crashing into a school bus, seriously injuring 10 students. He admitted knowing his brakes were faulty. Read the full report.
Over a quarter of UK Gen Z have defaulted on debt. Learn what a default means, its serious consequences for your credit file, and how to avoid one to protect your financial future.
A Florida mother's petition to create a 68th county named after Donald Trump sparks debate. Will the controversial 'Trump County' proposal gain enough support?
Justice Secretary David Lammy suggests limiting jury trials to rape, murder, and manslaughter cases to tackle the 78,000-case court backlog. Discover the controversial plans for court reform.
Bryan Kohberger must pay additional restitution to the families of his victims, as a judge reveals he received over $28,000 in donations while awaiting trial. Read the latest on the Idaho murders case.
A judge erupted in fury at Leeds Crown Court when a defendant refused to stand, shouting 'Bend the knee!' in a dramatic courtroom confrontation that's gone viral.
A Detroit court hearing descends into chaos as multiple defendants appear virtually without trousers, prompting stern judicial rebuke and raising questions about remote proceedings decorum.
Court records reveal Facebook provided private messages from a North Carolina murder investigation, raising serious questions about digital privacy and law enforcement access to personal data.
Former President Donald Trump's high-profile legal team, including Kash Patel and Pam Bondi, made a striking appearance at a San Francisco appeals court hearing, signalling intense focus on a crucial case with significant implications.
Los Angeles County's top administrator Fesia Davenport has quietly exited her role under mysterious circumstances after the Board of Supervisors approved a confidential financial settlement, raising questions about transparency in local government.
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson could face jail time after allegedly filming defendants outside Leeds Crown Court and confronting a police officer during heated exchange.
Indianapolis Colts cornerback Chris Lammons faces serious drug allegations as his attorneys argue for dismissal, claiming insufficient evidence in a high-stakes legal showdown.
In a controversial 6-3 decision, America's highest court has struck down local bans on conversion therapy, reigniting debates over LGBTQ+ protections and states' rights.
A quiet Irish community is reeling after the devastating discovery of three family members found deceased in their County Louth residence, as Gardaí launch investigation into the heartbreaking incident.
A dramatic day in the County Championship saw Warwickshire seize control against Nottinghamshire, while Surrey tightened their grip on Hampshire. Get all the live scores, key wickets, and batting heroics.
A state of emergency has been declared across parts of Northern California as a severe atmospheric river unleashes catastrophic flooding, destructive mudslides, and widespread power outages, claiming lives and stranding communities.
Surrey crush Nottinghamshire by 10 wickets in a dominant display at The Oval, with Dan Worrall's five-wicket haul dismantling the visitors for just 126 runs.
Dramatic day three in the County Championship sees Surrey crush Nottinghamshire while Yorkshire mount a stunning fightback against Sussex. Get the full match report and analysis.
Former South Africa captain Dean Elgar scored a magnificent 140 as Surrey took complete control on Day One against Worcestershire at the Kia Oval, posting a formidable 339-3.
Gus Atkinson's fiery spell and a Haseeb Hameed century were in vain as Surrey crushed Nottinghamshire by eight wickets at The Oval to maintain their perfect start to the County Championship season.
A full round of County Championship action delivered fireworks. Surrey seized control against Notts, Yorkshire mounted a Sussex fightback, and records were shattered across the grounds on a captivating day one.