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New court rule: Judges must consider offender background

A landmark change in UK sentencing rules now requires judges to weigh an offender's social and cultural background, including experiences of racism and deprivation, potentially leading to more lenient sentences.

Indigenous Women: The Guardians of Ancestral Lands

Across the globe, Indigenous women are at the forefront of a vital struggle, defending their communities, ancestral lands, and cultural heritage against environmental destruction and corporate exploitation. Discover their powerful stories of resilience.

Fury as Criminals Dodge Court by Refusing Fiscal Fines

Exclusive data reveals thousands of offenders in Scotland, including those accused of assault and domestic abuse, are avoiding court by rejecting initial 'fiscal fines' and having their cases dropped entirely, sparking outrage from victims' groups.

Trump Enacts Cashless Bail Order Transforming US Justice System

In a seismic shift for America's judicial landscape, former President Donald Trump has enacted a groundbreaking executive order to eliminate cash bail, a move set to dramatically alter the US prison system and spark fierce national debate on justice and p

Soft Justice Bill: Thousands to Dodge Prison

Exclusive: A landmark new Bill will see prison sentences under 12 months scrapped in England and Wales, allowing tens of thousands of offenders to avoid jail each year. Critics blast the move as a 'dangerous experiment' in soft justice.

MPs slam government over 'unacceptable' court delays

MPs from across the House of Commons unite in fury as the government fails to deliver on its promise to establish a new court for England and Wales, citing 'unacceptable' delays and demanding urgent action from the Justice Secretary.

Trump Braces for Justice Department Charges

Former US President Donald Trump is reportedly under scrutiny as the Justice Department finalises charges in a high-stakes legal battle that could reshape his political future.

Pacific Islands launch historic climate case at ICJ

A coalition of Pacific Island nations has launched a groundbreaking legal bid at the UN's top court, demanding stronger climate action from wealthy polluters to protect their vanishing homelands.

Tuvalu seeks ICJ opinion on climate change impact

The Pacific island nation of Tuvalu has requested an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice on the legal obligations of states to address climate change, marking a pivotal moment in global climate justice efforts.

Pam Bondi axed from DOJ over ethics row

Pam Bondi, ex-Florida Attorney General, was dismissed from a Justice Department role following backlash over alleged ethical violations tied to her past lobbying work.

FBI proposes new Epstein case measures

The FBI has proposed new investigative measures regarding the Jeffrey Epstein case, sparking fresh debates and scrutiny over past handling of the scandal.

Torres Strait climate case dismissed by court

A groundbreaking climate lawsuit brought by Torres Strait Islanders has been dismissed by Australia's Federal Court, dealing a blow to Indigenous communities fighting for climate justice.

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