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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.

Britain's Longest-Serving Prisoner: 55 Years in Solitary

Exclusive: Robert Mawdsley, 70, has spent 55 years in solitary confinement for horrific crimes committed behind bars. Dubbed 'Hannibal the Cannibal', this model prisoner now spends his days writing poetry and studying philosophy, yet has never sought free

NY prison guards guilty in inmate beating death

Three New York correction officers found guilty of federal crimes for the fatal beating of a restrained inmate, exposing a culture of brutality and cover-ups within the state's prison system.

Australia pledges 65% emissions cut by 2035

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese unveils Australia's ambitious new 2035 emissions reduction target of 65%, positioning the nation as a global leader in climate action while ensuring economic stability.

Virgin Australia to Allow Pets in Cabins from 2025

Virgin Australia is set to revolutionise air travel by allowing pets in cabins on select domestic routes from 2025. Here's everything you need to know about the new policy, including costs, eligible animals, and how it will work in practice.

Boris Becker's Prison Hell: 'Daily Violence' Behind Bars

Exclusive: Tennis legend Boris Becker reveals the brutal reality of his eight-month prison ordeal, detailing daily violence, survival tactics, and his eventual deportation to Germany in a shocking new interview.

Australia cuts skilled migration, new hurdles for UK applicants

In a major immigration overhaul, Australia cuts its skilled worker visa quota and raises the bar for applicants. Discover how new points tests, higher salary thresholds, and stricter English requirements will impact British nationals seeking a life down u

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.

Handcuffed Inmate Escapes Prison Van on Oklahoma Highway

A shocking security breach unfolded on an Oklahoma highway as a handcuffed inmate escaped a prison transport van by breaking a window. The dramatic incident, captured on video, has sparked a major manhunt and raised serious questions about prisoner transp

British Men Killed in Kangaroo Island Car Crash

Two British men have tragically lost their lives following a single-vehicle crash on South Australia's Kangaroo Island. The fatal incident occurred on the Playford Highway, casting a shadow over the popular tourist destination.

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.

UK Couple's Honest Verdict on Life in Australia

A British couple reveals the incredible highs and surprising lows of swapping their life in the UK for a new start in Australia, sharing their honest journey and the one thing they desperately miss.

Maddie McCann Suspect Beaten in Prison Cell

Christian Brückner, the prime suspect in Madeleine McCann's disappearance, was violently attacked in his prison cell by inmates shouting 'We know what you did'. Exclusive details from German prison insiders.

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.

Giving Birth in Handcuffs: A Prisoner's Agony

A mother's harrowing account of being forced to give birth while handcuffed to a hospital bed, exposing the brutal reality of the UK's prison system for pregnant women.

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.

Indian Minister's 'Buy Australian Homes' Remark Sparks Fury

Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal faces backlash after suggesting wealthy Indians could purchase Australian properties to ease pressure on the local housing market, a comment labelled 'tone-deaf' during a severe affordability crisis.

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