Texas execution challenged over psychopathy test validity
A controversial psychopathy assessment becomes the centre of a legal battle as Texas prepares to execute Scott Panetti, raising urgent questions about mental health and capital punishment.
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Death Row Horror: Botched Execution Leaves Inmate in Agony
Shocking details emerge as a death row inmate survives botched lethal injection procedure, raising serious questions about execution methods and human rights in the US justice system.
Indonesia school collapse kills multiple in Padang
A devastating school building collapse in Indonesia's West Sumatra has claimed multiple lives, with rescue teams working tirelessly to find survivors trapped beneath rubble.
Death row survivor describes botched 22-minute execution
Kenneth Eugene Smith describes the horrific 22-minute botched execution where officials struggled to find a vein for lethal injection before abandoning the procedure.
Female Death Row Inmate Faces Execution After 30 Years
Christina Pike, Tennessee's longest-serving female death row prisoner, could finally face execution after three decades for the brutal 1992 murder of a teenage acquaintance. New developments suggest her time may be running out.
Female death row inmate faces execution after 28 years
Christa Pike, convicted of a brutal 1995 murder, could become the first woman executed in Tennessee since 1820 as court sets February 2025 date in shocking campus killing case.
Florida executes Victor Jones after 32 years on death row
Victor Jones, convicted of the brutal 1992 murder of 34-year-old Teresa McVay, has been executed by lethal injection in Florida. The victim's daughter watched as justice was finally served after 32 years.
Death Row Killer's Final Two Words Before Execution
Convicted murderer Ivan Cantu maintained his innocence until his final breath in Texas execution chamber, claiming 'I'm innocent' as his last words before lethal injection
Indonesia school collapse: Race to find survivors
Emergency crews work through the night after Al Khoziny Islamic school building collapse in East Java, with children among those trapped beneath debris as death toll rises.
Indonesia school collapse: Race to find survivors in rubble
Emergency crews work desperately through the night after a devastating school collapse in Indonesia leaves dozens trapped, with the death toll rising and families awaiting news of their children.
Florida executes Victor Tony Jones for 1995 murder
Florida carries out lethal injection execution of Victor Tony Jones for 1995 murder, marking state's second execution this year amid ongoing death penalty debates.
Indonesia school collapse: 65 buried, rescue operation ongoing
Tragedy strikes Indonesian community as school building collapse leaves one dead and dozens trapped. Emergency services continue desperate search operation through the night.
Ruth Ellis: The Tragic Family History Behind the Headlines
Newly unearthed documents reveal the heartbreaking family history of Ruth Ellis, the last woman executed in Britain, exposing decades of tragedy that preceded the infamous murder.
Texas executes Geoffrey West for 1998 murder
Geoffrey West has been executed in Texas for the 1998 murder of Margaret Berry. His final appeal to the Supreme Court was denied, marking the state's third execution this year.
Inside Indonesia's groundbreaking deradicalisation programme
An exclusive look at how Indonesia is using education, vocational training, and psychological support to reintegrate former terrorists back into society, offering a model for counter-extremism efforts.
Death Penalty Sought in Utah Child Murder Case
Prosecutors seek capital punishment for Erika Kirk and Tyler Robinson over the brutal killing of 4-year-old Athena Strand, in a case that has shocked Utah.
US Supreme Court Abolishes Death Penalty in Landmark Ruling
In a landmark decision, the US Supreme Court has abolished the death penalty, a move championed by lawyers for death row inmate Luigi Mangione. The ruling, citing 'cruel and unusual punishment,' marks a seismic shift in American justice.
Death Row Inmate Luigi Mangione Dies of Natural Causes
Luigi Mangione, a Missouri inmate sentenced to death for a 2005 double murder, has died of natural causes in prison, circumventing his scheduled execution.
Trump's Video Suggests Executing Drug Smugglers
Former US President Donald Trump has sparked outrage by sharing a video that appears to advocate for the execution of drug smugglers, drawing criticism from human rights groups and political opponents.
Death Row Inmate's Chilling Final Words: 'Let's Ride'
An Alabama death row inmate uttered the haunting phrase 'Let's ride' moments before a 'botched' lethal injection that took over an hour to complete, sparking renewed outrage over capital punishment in the US.
Florida executes inmate David Pittman amid lethal injection row
The US state of Florida has carried out the execution of David Pittman for the 2003 murder of his 23-year-old neighbour. The controversial case saw his final meal request denied as he became the ninth inmate put to death this year.
South Carolina executes Steven Bixby for double murder
Steven Bixby has been executed by lethal injection in South Carolina for the 2003 murders of a sheriff's deputy and a state official, marking the state's first execution since 2011.
New Hampshire Man Sentenced to Death for Child Murders
A New Hampshire man has been sentenced to death for the brutal murders of a young girl and her mother, marking a rare federal capital punishment case in a state without the death penalty.
US Supreme Court Rejects Bixby Death Penalty Appeal
The US Supreme Court has denied an appeal from Richard Bixby, upholding his death sentence for the 2015 murders of his parents. The decision ends a lengthy legal battle centred on mental health arguments.
Death Row Inmate Orders 40 McDonald's Burgers in Final Meal
A Missouri death row inmate's bizarre final meal request of 40 burgers from McDonald's precedes a stunning last-minute confession to two additional murders, sending shockwaves through the justice system.
Death Row Inmate's Extravagant Last Meal Sparks Outrage
Brian Dorsey, a Missouri death row inmate, requested an extravagant last meal of seafood and cheesecake before his execution, a choice that has ignited fury among the families of his victims.
Bali Flood Disaster: Nine Dead, Australians Trapped
Exclusive report from Bali as catastrophic flooding claims nine lives, leaving Australian holidaymakers stranded amidst devastating landslides and submerged streets. Eyewitness accounts reveal the terror.
Bali Flash Floods Kill 11 in Monsoon Disaster
Tragedy strikes Bali as catastrophic flash floods triggered by torrential monsoon rains kill at least 11 people, including three children, and leave a trail of destruction across the popular tourist island.
Trump Demands Death Penalty for London Nanny Murder Case
Donald Trump calls for capital punishment for Iryna 'Ira' Zarutska, the Ukrainian nanny accused of murdering British executive Charlotte Sedgefield and her infant daughter in a horrific London case.
Deadly Flash Floods Inundate Bali Tourist Zones
Tragedy strikes Bali as catastrophic flash floods claim multiple lives, including foreign tourists, and force mass evacuations. Latest updates on the emergency response and travel warnings.
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