Political Titan Jack Spence Passes at 89
Celebrating the extraordinary life of Professor Jack Spence, the visionary political scientist who influenced generations of Westminster leaders and helped navigate Britain through European integration.
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Amy Coney Barrett's Judicial Memoir Divides Critics
US Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett's new memoir, 'Listening to the Law', offers a rare personal insight into her judicial philosophy and life, receiving a mixed critical reception for its blend of legal theory and personal narrative.
Victim hunts down attacker after 15 years via TV show
A determined woman recounts her incredible 15-year journey to track down the man who violently assaulted her, using a chance sighting on a true-crime TV show to finally get justice.
Tulip Siddiq: Fake Evidence Fears in Corruption Trial
Shadow City Minister Tulip Siddiq makes explosive claims that fake documents are being prepared to secure a conviction in a major corruption trial, raising serious concerns about the integrity of the UK justice system.
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.
Brit mum rots in Taiwan jail as ex-husband snubs pleas for help
The former husband of a British mother-of-five, left to decay in a notorious Taiwanese prison, has been pictured with his glamorous new wife, snubbing desperate family pleas to help save her. Exclusive images reveal their lavish lifestyle amidst her ongoi
Community Sentencing Crisis: Underfunding Risks Public Safety
The Guardian warns that chronic underfunding of community rehabilitation services is pushing the UK's justice system to breaking point, risking reoffending and public safety.
Hilary Benn slams UK Govt over Northern Ireland Legacy Bill
Senior Labour MP Hilary Benn delivers a scathing critique of the UK Government's controversial Northern Ireland Troubles Legacy Bill, warning it breaches international law and denies justice to victims.
Judge Blocks Home Office Extradition in Landmark Ruling
A High Court judge has quashed the Home Office's decision to extradite Portuguese national Diogo Santos Coelho, citing a 'conspicuous unfairness' in the handling of his case and potential breaches of his human rights.
Kansas Supreme Court Justice Faces Ethics Probe Over Police Incident
Kansas Supreme Court Justice faces a state ethics investigation following a controversial interaction with police officers in a driveway, raising questions about judicial conduct.
Scotland abolishes 'not proven' verdict after centuries
In a landmark legal reform, the Scottish Government has passed legislation to abolish the controversial 'not proven' verdict, fundamentally altering the country's unique three-verdict justice system that has stood for centuries.
KC: Legal Aid Reform 'Astonishing Act of Self-Harm'
In a scathing critique, Thomas Ross KC warns that removing specialist criminal barristers from the Legal Aid Agency's advisory panel is a catastrophic move that will undermine fair trials and worsen the crisis in the UK's justice system.
Trump Lawyers: President Can Order Rivals' Assassination
In a stunning court appearance, Donald Trump's lawyers argued that a president could order the assassination of a political rival and face no criminal prosecution unless impeached first. The controversial claims were made during a US appeals court hearing
Mother avoids prison over daughter's 'insane' death case
A mother whose daughter died in a case described as 'insane' by a judge has been spared jail. The emotional court hearing revealed shocking details of the tragic incident that unfolded in their UK home.
Football fan faces terrorism charges in NY court
Luigi Mangione, an Italian national and football fan, faces severe terrorism charges in a New York court for allegedly threatening to bomb a stadium. The case highlights the serious legal consequences of making threats in the US.
ICJ Rules Israel Must Prevent Genocide in Gaza
The UN's top court has issued a historic interim ruling, ordering Israel to take immediate steps to prevent acts of genocide in Gaza and allow humanitarian aid, while stopping short of demanding a ceasefire.
UN Court Issues Landmark Ruling on Israel-Gaza Conflict
The UN's International Court of Justice has ordered Israel to prevent acts of genocide in Gaza and allow humanitarian aid, while stopping short of demanding an immediate ceasefire in a historic interim ruling.
Innocent Woman Jailed 16 Months in Shocking Court Mistake
A British woman endured 16 months of wrongful imprisonment after being mistaken for her criminal father in a catastrophic court mix-up. Her harrowing story exposes critical flaws in the justice system.
Vulnerable man's wrongful murder conviction overturned
After 26 years, a vulnerable man's wrongful murder conviction is overturned. The Court of Appeal exposes a flawed police investigation and withheld evidence in a landmark ruling.
SNP's Soft Justice: Sex Offenders Dodge Prison Sentences
Exclusive investigation reveals a crisis in Scotland's justice system under the SNP, with hundreds of serious sexual offenders avoiding prison sentences. Victims' groups express outrage as data shows a pattern of lenient sentencing.
Nigeria Mob Violence: Innocent Man Lynched Over Phone Theft
A horrific case of mob violence in Nigeria saw a young man brutally killed by a crowd after being falsely accused of stealing a mobile phone, highlighting the country's crisis of 'jungle justice'.
Woman's 61-year-old wrongful conviction for biting rapist overturned
A Belgian woman, wrongfully convicted for biting her rapist's tongue in 1960, has been formally acquitted after a six-decade fight for justice. Read the full story of this historic overturn.
Trump denies Hitler comparison in fiery court exchange
Donald Trump forcefully denied a claim that he compared the US justice system to Nazi Germany, telling a judge 'it's not my style' during a tense Washington DC hearing. The extraordinary exchange occurred as the former president battles charges over alleg
EU Court Rules Austria's Border Checks Illegal
The European Court of Justice has delivered a landmark ruling, declaring Austria's long-standing border controls with Hungary and Slovenia illegal under EU law. The decision intensifies the clash between national security concerns and the bloc's principle
Brave Woman Confronts Evil Killer in UK Courtroom
A courageous woman faced down the depraved killer of her loved one in a UK courtroom, delivering a blistering victim impact statement that left the nation in awe. This is the powerful story of her quest for justice.
Kim Dotcom's Final Extradition Appeal in NZ Court
Internet mogul Kim Dotcom launches a last-ditch appeal against extradition to the US, arguing the seizure of his assets was unlawful. The latest twist in a decade-long legal saga.
US Justice Dept probes Charlotte police over civil rights concerns
The US Department of Justice has initiated a sweeping civil rights investigation into the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, focusing on use of force and discriminatory policing practices following the controversial shooting of a man in 2021.
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
School worker jailed for stealing from breakfast club
A trusted school administrator from Surrey has been sentenced to prison after syphoning over £7,500 from a charity-run breakfast club, betraying the trust of pupils and parents.
Sheriff: 'Dangerous' Inmate Freed by Legal Loophole
A Colorado Sheriff issues a stark warning after a violent inmate is released back into the community due to a controversial legal technicality, exposing a critical flaw in the justice system.
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