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Satanist jailed for life after 'sacrifice' murder of friend

A self-proclaimed satanist, Declan George, has been sentenced to life in prison for the brutal murder of his friend, which he chillingly claimed was a 'sacrifice'. The Old Bailey heard harrowing details of the cult-inspired killing in West London.

The Block's First Guest Bedroom Reveal: Winners & Losers

The Block 2024 erupts in creative chaos as the couples face their first 'Room Reveal' challenge: designing the ultimate guest bedroom. Discover the stunning results, the judges' brutal honesty, and which team's design soared while another's sank.

Constance Marten: Aristocrat on trial over baby's death

The Old Bailey hears how runaway aristocrat Constance Marten's desperate attempts to keep her newborn baby secret from authorities ended in the infant's death, as the prosecution outlines a case of 'extreme recklessness'.

Aristocrat refuses to stand for judge in baby death trial

Wealthy runaway Constance Marten and her partner Mark Gordon refused to stand for the judge and remained silent in the dock as their manslaughter trial continues at the Old Bailey. The couple are accused of causing the death of their newborn daughter, Vic

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.

Scotland Scraps 'Not Proven' Verdict in Legal Overhaul

The Scottish Parliament has voted to abolish the controversial 'not proven' verdict, a unique feature of Scots law for centuries. This landmark decision streamlines the justice system into a binary choice of 'guilty' or 'not guilty'.

Thomas Partey Pleads Not Guilty to Rape Charges

Arsenal and Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges of rape and sexual assault. The footballer appeared at a hearing at the Central Criminal Court, with a trial set for next year.

Aristocrat and lover jailed over baby's death

Wealthy runaway Constance Marten and her partner Mark Gordon sentenced for the manslaughter of their infant daughter, Victoria, after a catastrophic attempt to evade authorities and live off-grid.

Aristocrat and partner jailed for baby's manslaughter

Constance Marten and Mark Gordon receive lengthy prison sentences after their newborn daughter, Victoria, died in sub-zero conditions during a desperate attempt to evade social services. The Old Bailey hears harrowing details of neglect.

Aristocrat's daughter guilty in baby death case

Wealthy heiress Constance Marten and her partner Mark Gordon have been convicted of gross negligence manslaughter and perverting the course of justice following the death of their newborn daughter during months off-grid living.

Aristocrat and partner on trial over newborn's death

The Old Bailey trial of Constance Marten and Mark Gordon continues as prosecutors allege their 'reckless' actions led to the death of their newborn daughter during a winter cross-country manhunt.

Aristocrat jailed for 14 years over baby's death

Wealthy runaway Constance Marten and her partner Mark Gordon have been sentenced to 14 years in prison after their newborn baby died while they lived off-grid in a tent on the South Downs to evade social services.

Meat Cleaver Rampage at Canary Wharf Migrant Hotel

A woman has been convicted of affray after a violent confrontation with a meat cleaver outside a luxury Canary Wharf hotel housing asylum seekers. Read the full story of the shocking incident and the court's verdict.

Terror Suspect Claims He Was Forced to Join ISIS in Syria

A British terror suspect on trial at the Old Bailey claims he was forced to join ISIS in Syria after being kidnapped. The defence argues he was a victim, not a willing extremist, as the prosecution presents evidence from his electronic devices.

Stephen King Declares Trump 'Guilty as Sin'

Horror master Stephen King delivers a chillingly direct assessment of Donald Trump's criminal trial, declaring the former President 'guilty as sin' and condemning his supporters in a viral social media post.

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