Prison officer jailed for smuggling phone to murderer
A female prison officer at HMP Lowdham Grange has been sentenced after smuggling a mobile phone to a convicted murderer, exposing serious security failures within the UK prison system.
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Edinburgh doctor's escape from Congo militia revealed
A Scottish doctor's terrifying ordeal with ADF rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo exposes growing concerns about British nationals' safety in conflict zones.
Sophie Duchess Returns to Congo Supporting Survivors
The Duchess of Edinburgh makes her second visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo, championing women's rights and meeting survivors of sexual violence in conflict zones with the Women, Peace and Security agenda.
Duchess Sophie condemns sexual violence in Congo visit
The Duchess of Edinburgh delivers powerful speech in Democratic Republic of Congo, calling for global action to protect women and girls from wartime sexual violence during poignant Africa visit.
Congo ex-president's son sentenced to death for corruption
In a dramatic ruling, a military court in the Democratic Republic of Congo has handed down a death sentence to Joseph Kabila's adopted son for embezzling nearly $50 million, sending shockwaves through the nation's political establishment.
Ex-DRC President Kabila sentenced to death in absentia
In a landmark ruling, former Democratic Republic of Congo president Joseph Kabila faces death penalty for high treason and embezzlement of state funds while leading the mineral-rich nation.
Kabila accused of secret Rwandan citizenship
A bombshell Democratic Republic of Congo Senate investigation alleges ex-President Joseph Kabila holds Rwandan citizenship, potentially explaining his controversial relationship with Kigali during his 18-year rule.
Three inmates die as prison staff fail suicide watch
A damning report reveals shocking failures at Pentonville Prison where three prisoners took their own lives while staff supposed to be on 24-hour suicide watch were found asleep, reading, or absent from their posts.
Paedophile stabbed to death by fellow inmate in prison
Convicted child sex offender Varun Suresh meets violent end in California prison cell as fellow inmate David Brimmer takes justice into his own hands in shocking prison killing.
Uganda halts tourism after alleged tourist abduction
Uganda suspends tourism in the UNESCO-listed Bwindi Impenetrable National Park after a suspected militant attack targets a group of tourists, raising security fears for the region's endangered mountain gorillas.
Prison Officers Armed with Tasers Over Unprecedented Violence
In a historic move, UK prison officers are to be equipped with Tasers and enhanced body armour to combat an 'unprecedented' surge in attacks by inmates, as new figures reveal a dramatic rise in assaults.
Red Cross Launches Urgent £18M Congo Crisis Appeal
The International Red Cross launches emergency funding drive amid escalating conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with the Catholic Church warning of potential civil war.
Red Cross Warns of Catastrophic Crisis in Eastern Congo
The International Red Cross sounds the alarm on a severe humanitarian emergency in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with a surge in fighting displacing tens of thousands and overwhelming aid efforts near Goma.
Ebola Outbreak Surges in Congo Amid Pandemic Lockdown
As the world battles Covid-19, a new Ebola crisis explodes in the Congo. Lockdown measures are hindering the fight, causing deaths to surge. Health officials sound the alarm on a potential dual-pandemic catastrophe.
HMP Frankland Inmate Charged with Murder of Fellow Prisoner
A prisoner at HMP Frankland has been charged with murder after a fellow inmate was found dead in his cell. The victim, serving a life sentence, was discovered with serious injuries.
Congo Deploys Ebola Vaccine in Emergency Outbreak Response
Health officials launch a urgent mass vaccination campaign in the Democratic Republic of Congo's conflict-ridden North Kivu province, using a new experimental vaccine to contain a dangerous new Ebola outbreak.
New Ebola Outbreak Confirmed in Eastern DR Congo
Health officials in the Democratic Republic of Congo confirm new Ebola cases, triggering a swift emergency response to contain the deadly virus in a remote eastern region.
UK Prisons Slash Education Budgets by Up to 50%
Exclusive: Prisons across England and Wales face devastating cuts of up to 50% to education and rehabilitation programmes, sparking warnings of increased reoffending rates and prison violence.
DRC Boat Disaster: 180+ Dead in Congo River Tragedy
A major maritime disaster has struck the Democratic Republic of Congo as overcrowded boats capsize on the Congo River, claiming at least 180 lives in one of Africa's deadliest recent accidents.
Dozens killed in brutal militia attack in eastern Congo
A horrific militia assault on a village in the conflict-ridden eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has left at least 40 dead, with many victims brutally hacked to death, local officials report.
Ebola Outbreak Doubles in Congo, Pandemic Fears Grow
The World Health Organisation sounds the alarm as the deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo rapidly escalates, with cases doubling and fears mounting over a potential global health emergency.
Newcastle's win overshadowed by Brentford's Wissa injury
Newcastle United's 3-2 comeback win over Wolves is overshadowed by a serious injury to Brentford's Yoane Wissa while on international duty with DR Congo, leaving the Bees furious and facing an attacking crisis.
Ebola Outbreak Declared Pandemic in Congo
UK health authorities have escalated the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo to a full pandemic, triggering urgent lockdown protocols and travel advisories. Learn about the symptoms, risks, and containment strategies.
Scotland's Prison Corruption Crisis Exposed
A bombshell report exposes systemic corruption within Scotland's prison service, revealing how organised crime gangs are exploiting staff to smuggle drugs and contraband, creating a national security emergency behind bars.
Prison officer executed after exposing inmate affair
The family of a murdered prison officer speaks out, claiming the system failed to protect him after he reported a colleague's illicit affair with a high-risk inmate, leading to a brutal street execution.
Ebola Outbreak: UK Experts Warn of 'Very High Risk'
UK health officials issue a stark warning as the deadly Ebola virus spreads rapidly in the Democratic Republic of Congo, raising fears of a major international health crisis. Urgent travel advisories and airport screenings are being implemented.
Ghislaine Maxwell Moved to Cushy Florida Prison
Disgraced socialite Ghislaine Maxwell has been quietly transferred from her brutal Brooklyn jail to a low-security Florida prison camp, sparking outrage among victims and critics.
Congo Floods: Over 200 Dead in Catastrophic Landslides
Devastating floods and landslides in eastern Congo have resulted in a tragic loss of life, with scores injured and critical infrastructure destroyed. International aid efforts are mobilising.
Wan-Bissaka shocks England with DR Congo switch
Manchester United defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka makes stunning decision to represent DR Congo after limited England opportunities, reshaping international football landscape.
Hitman jailed for prison officer execution over exposed relationship
EXCLUSIVE: Chilling details emerge as a hitman is jailed for the execution-style murder of a prison officer who reported an inappropriate relationship, exposing a web of corruption and violence within Britain's high-security prison system.
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