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Record number of offenders avoid court in Scotland

Exclusive figures reveal a dramatic surge in criminals being diverted from prosecution to social work schemes in Scotland, with over 34,000 cases recorded last year. Critics warn of a 'soft-touch' justice system as serious offenders, including those charg

Dad defies paralysis to walk again after broken neck

In an awe-inspiring tale of resilience, father-of-two Chris Barr from Ayrshire defies medical odds, learning to walk again after a catastrophic accident left him paralysed from the neck down. Discover his incredible journey of recovery and the power of un

British student's Dubai prison torture nightmare

A British law student details his horrific 11-month ordeal in a Dubai prison, alleging torture, forced confessions, and a complete collapse of justice after a minor altercation.

British Mum's Damning Letter From Dubai Jail

A British mother jailed in Dubai for 'insulting' her ex-husband's new wife pens a harrowing letter detailing squalid conditions, medical neglect, and a desperate plea for help from UK authorities.

Russia's Secret Prosthetics Boom Fueled by Ukraine War

Exclusive investigation reveals how Russia's military casualties in Ukraine have spawned a rapidly expanding, yet critically flawed, domestic prosthetics industry, leaving thousands of soldiers with substandard artificial limbs.

Ailing Aung San Suu Kyi Held in Solitary by Myanmar Junta

The deposed leader of Myanmar, Aung San Suu Kyi, is being held in harsh solitary confinement by the military junta, despite suffering from a serious heart condition and other ailments, sparking international outrage.

Police tell family of prisoner's death by voicemail

Exclusive: The family of a deceased prisoner was informed of his death via a cold voicemail message, sparking outrage and a formal investigation into Thames Valley Police's shocking breach of protocol.

Aung San Suu Kyi Hospitalised from Myanmar Prison

Exclusive: Myanmar's ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been transferred to hospital from prison for urgent medical treatment, raising serious concerns about her health and detention conditions under the military junta.

British Mother's Georgia Jail Ordeal: Family's Plea

EXCLUSIVE: The family of Bella Culley, a British mother imprisoned in Tbilisi, Georgia, on drug charges, launch a desperate fundraising campaign to pay her legal fees and secure her freedom, claiming she was tricked into being a drug mule.

Pregnant Brit Jailed in Turkey Over Paracetamol

Exclusive: Pregnant Bella Culley faces a traumatic prison sentence after a mix-up with paracetamol, sparking outrage and calls for justice. Her story exposes a shocking failure in the legal system.

Exercise Therapy Breakthrough for Broken Heart Syndrome

Groundbreaking UK research reveals tailored exercise programmes can significantly improve heart function and mental health for Takotsubo cardiomyopathy patients, offering a new non-pharmaceutical treatment path.

Brit in Iran Jail: Family's Anguish After Trump Comment

The family of British-Iranian national Morad Tahbaz, imprisoned in Iran, express deep concern after Donald Trump's controversial election remarks suggested he would not prioritise their loved one's release.

Colts' Jim Irsay Reveals Near-Fatal Ketamine Overdose

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay opens up about his secret battle with addiction, detailing a severe relapse involving ketamine that led to a near-fatal overdose and respiratory failure in December 2023.

UK Prison System Failing on Rehabilitation, Report Warns

A damning new report reveals the catastrophic failure of the UK's prison system to rehabilitate inmates, leading to a vicious cycle of reoffending. Discover the urgent calls for a major overhaul focused on education, skills, and mental health support to t

84-Year-Old Sex Offender Brutally Murdered in Prison

An 84-year-old convicted sex offender, Michael Lynch, was found dead in his HMP Wakefield cell after a sustained and brutal attack, raising serious questions about prisoner safety and vigilante justice within the UK's high-security prison system.

Transgender neo-Nazi wins women's prison transfer case

A convicted neo-Nazi terrorist, who began identifying as a woman after being charged, has won a High Court battle to be transferred to a women's prison, sparking a major debate on justice system policies.

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