Libyan man appears at ICC on war crimes charges
Khaled El Hishri, accused of atrocities at a Tripoli prison, made his first ICC appearance. Judges set a key hearing for May 2025. Read the full details.
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Jury trials to be scrapped for minor criminal cases
Justice Secretary David Lammy plans to end jury trials for cases likely to result in under three-year sentences. Will this clear court backlogs or is it just a cost-saving measure? Explore the implications.
Jury trial rights cut for crimes under three-year sentences
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces sweeping court reforms to slash backlogs. Defendants facing less than three years in jail will lose automatic right to jury trial. Read the full details.
Costco Sues Trump to Recoup Billions in Tariff Payments
Retail giant Costco files a lawsuit against the Trump administration, seeking a full refund of billions paid in tariffs if the Supreme Court deems them unlawful. Explore the legal battle and its impact on prices.
ICC Judges Rule on Duterte Provisional Release
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte could be freed from ICC detention as appeals judges decide his provisional release while facing crimes against humanity charges. Follow this developing international justice story.
95% of jury trials could be scrapped under Labour plans
Labour's proposed court reforms could eliminate jury trials for 95% of cases, threatening 800 years of legal tradition. Legal experts warn this could 'destroy justice as we know it'.
Lammy's Plan: Jury Trials Only for Most Serious Crimes
Justice Secretary David Lammy suggests limiting jury trials to rape, murder, and manslaughter cases to tackle the 78,000-case court backlog. Discover the controversial plans for court reform.
Bar Council: Don't Scrap Jury Trials for Court Backlog
The Bar Council warns the government against controversial plans to remove jury trials for some offences. Chair Barbara Mills argues fixing existing court inefficiencies should be the priority over a new, untested court system. Read the full analysis.
Life Sentence Sought for Janjaweed Leader's Crimes
ICC prosecutors seek a life term for Janjaweed leader Ali Kushayb, convicted of Darfur atrocities including mass murder. Read the latest on this landmark international justice case.
Prison guard: Notorious robber Bronson set for release
Exclusive: A prison officer reveals Britain's most notorious inmate Charles Bronson could be released within months after nearly 50 years in custody, despite his violent reputation.
Dutch court convicts LRA commander in landmark ICC case
In a historic ruling, a Dutch court has convicted a former Lord's Resistance Army commander for war crimes and crimes against humanity, while controversially dismissing charges against Vladimir Putin.
Branson's £500m plan to revive Ashford ghost terminal
Virgin founder Richard Branson proposes ambitious £500 million transformation of Ashford's abandoned international terminal into thriving business and transport hub, creating thousands of jobs.
Tommy Robinson jailed for contempt of court
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson has been sentenced to prison after being found in contempt of court for filming defendants in an active criminal case and broadcasting the footage online.
Judge's 'Bend the Knee' outburst in court goes viral
A judge erupted in fury at Leeds Crown Court when a defendant refused to stand, shouting 'Bend the knee!' in a dramatic courtroom confrontation that's gone viral.
No Pants Court Hearing Sparks Judicial Fury in Detroit
A Detroit court hearing descends into chaos as multiple defendants appear virtually without trousers, prompting stern judicial rebuke and raising questions about remote proceedings decorum.
Kinahan Cartel's Chinese criminal paradise exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how the Kinahan Cartel has established operations in China, exploiting legal loopholes and building connections while evading international justice.
Gaza War: The Urgent Need for International Justice
As the Gaza conflict continues, mounting evidence of potential war crimes underscores the urgent need for international accountability through tribunals and ceasefire enforcement.
Children Under 14 'Incapable of Evil' - NSW Review
A groundbreaking NSW review recommends raising the age of criminal responsibility to 14, arguing younger children lack moral capacity and require protection, not punishment.
Chris Brown in London court over nightclub bottle attack
R&B superstar Chris Brown unexpectedly appears at Westminster Magistrates' Court facing assault allegations after a London nightclub incident involving a bottle.
ICC investigates Duterte's drug war in Davao
The ICC escalates its probe into former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's controversial anti-drug campaign, examining alleged crimes against humanity during his tenure as Davao mayor.
First 'Guardian Shield' charge: Alleged crime boss in court
Alleged organised crime figure Ferras Merhi, the first person charged under Australia's new 'Guardian Shield' laws, has faced court in a landmark case that could redefine how authorities tackle sophisticated criminal networks.
Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang expands globally
Exclusive investigation reveals how the notorious Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua is transforming into an international criminal empire, with operations spreading across Latin America and raising alarm among global law enforcement agencies.
Miss Panama breaks barriers as Grand International finalist
María Candelaria De León makes history as first Panamanian finalist in prestigious international beauty competition during UK visit, championing diversity and cultural representation.
ICJ: Israel's Gaza blockade illegal, must allow aid
The International Court of Justice has delivered a landmark ruling declaring Israel's blockade of Gaza a breach of international law and ordering immediate humanitarian aid access to the besieged territory.
South Africa files genocide case against Israel at UN court
In a landmark legal move, South Africa brings Israel before the UN's top court alleging genocide in Gaza, while Israel prepares a robust defence against what it calls 'blood libel' accusations.
Australia Post Faces Criminal Charges Over Mail Delivery
Australia's postal service confronts serious criminal allegations for reportedly failing to meet delivery standards, raising concerns about international mail services affecting British households and businesses.
Lammy: Putin must face war crimes trial
Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy declares Vladimir Putin should stand trial for war crimes while outlining Labour's foreign policy vision ahead of potential government.
Mass Killers Share Chilling Pattern, Veteran Journalist Reveals
Exclusive: A veteran crime journalist reveals the terrifying common denominator linking the world's most notorious mass killers after conducting unprecedented prison interviews.
Man appears in court over 2020 Georgina Ward killing
Five years after Georgina Ward's tragic death, the accused makes court appearance as prosecution prepares to present forensic evidence in high-profile murder case.
Man in court over online poison sale after suicide
A 31-year-old man has appeared in court charged with selling a lethal substance online to a vulnerable woman who later took her own life, in a case raising serious questions about internet safety.
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