The Labour government unveils a radical overhaul of the justice system, abolishing most short-term prison sentences under six months to reduce reoffending and ease prison overcrowding.
Exclusive: Michaella McCollum opens up about the brutal and dehumanising reality of her incarceration in Peru for drug smuggling, revealing horrific strip searches and the psychological torment she endured.
Exclusive: Matthew Caylor, a convicted murderer on death row, and corrections officer Melinda Hinson died in an apparent double suicide pact at Kirkland Correctional Institution. The shocking incident exposes critical security failures and a forbidden rel
Exclusive: The inside story of how a woman convicted of a brutal Las Vegas murder has undergone a dramatic rehabilitation in prison, becoming a model inmate and earning the support of her victim's family.
Notorious Sinaloa cartel kingpin Joaquín 'El Chapo' Guzmán complains about perpetual darkness and harsh conditions from his Colorado ADX Florence cell, in a rare letter obtained by The Mirror.
A groundbreaking UK report reveals that integrating nature, fostering respect, and providing meaningful work could be the key to breaking the cycle of reoffending and transforming the prison system.
A female prison officer at HMP Guys Marsh has been sentenced to two years and eight months in prison for a brazen plot to smuggle drugs and a mobile phone to an inmate with whom she was having a clandestine affair.
An Albanian murderer serving a life sentence in a British jail has sparked outrage by posting a TikTok video from his cell, complaining about the food and begging to be transferred to a prison in his home country.
Shocking details emerge of Lucy Connolly's traumatic incarceration, with prison officers describing her as the most terrified inmate they had ever encountered during her year-long ordeal behind bars.
Ghislaine Maxwell's transfer to a low-security 'cushy' prison has been abruptly reversed. The convicted sex trafficker has been returned to a grim Florida penitentiary after giving an unauthorised interview, sparking outrage and scrutiny over inmate privi
Exclusive: Two correctional officers were critically wounded in a calculated shooting at San Quentin prison, raising urgent questions about safety and the state's escalating firearm epidemic.
A British man alleges severe psychological trauma after being moved to a women's prison alongside a transgender inmate with a history of violence. His story raises urgent questions about UK prison safeguarding policies.
Exclusive: Damien Bendall, the monster who murdered a mother and three children in a brutal killing spree, is revealed to be receiving cushy perks in his maximum-security cell, including television and DVD players, while continuing his violent assaults on
Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of the Idaho student murders, has been formally accused of 'inappropriate sexualised behaviour' and harassment towards female staff at the Pennsylvania prison where he is being held. The shocking allegations have prompted
Shocking neglect as Maria Hermilia Murrieta, 76, is left for two days on a cold hospital floor in Peru without a bed, food, or water. Her family's desperate plea exposes a healthcare system in crisis.
Notorious child murderer Thomas Cashman has successfully appealed to have his in-cell TV and gaming console reinstated after they were confiscated following his taunting of Olivia Pratt-Korbel's family.
Savannah Chrisley reveals the shocking strain her parents' prison sentences have placed on their once-fairytale marriage, detailing their separate paths and emotional turmoil in an exclusive and candid interview.
A prison officer with epilepsy has been awarded a landmark £440,000 payout after he was dismissed over 'discriminatory' fears he might drop his keys near inmates. The tribunal ruled it was a clear case of disability discrimination.
A Peruvian national, Anggie Francisca Bautista Gil, has been sentenced to 12 years in a Bali prison and fined £65,000 for attempting to smuggle 3.4kg of cocaine into Indonesia. The shocking case highlights the country's severe anti-drug laws.
Groundbreaking DNA analysis has finally solved the mystery of the infamous Nazca 'alien' corpses. The scientific results are not what anyone expected.
Peru faces a mounting health crisis as a deadly dengue fever outbreak surges, prompting a nationwide health emergency. Soaring cases and a rising death toll have overwhelmed health services.
A British climber's solo ascent of Peru's highest peak turns into a desperate fight for survival after a catastrophic fall leaves her stranded at 22,000ft in -15C temperatures. Read the incredible story of the high-altitude helicopter rescue mission that
A shocking congressional investigation reveals systemic medical neglect and preventable deaths within the US for-profit prison healthcare system, prompting calls for urgent reform.
Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted accomplice of Jeffrey Epstein, was reportedly shot in a Texas prison. Read the latest updates on this developing story.
A 33-year-old inmate at an Arkansas prison was found dead in an apparent suicide, with disturbing details emerging about his final moments. Authorities are investigating the incident.
Pope Francis celebrated a monumental open-air Mass in Peru, drawing thousands of faithful in a powerful display of devotion and unity.
Peru faces a public health crisis as dengue fever cases surge, prompting the government to declare a state of emergency in 18 regions. Learn about the outbreak's impact and response efforts.
Peru's government has imposed a 30-day state of emergency following violent protests against Congress, with demonstrators accusing lawmakers of corruption and demanding reforms.
A prison officer was caught having explicit phone conversations with a high-risk inmate, leading to her dismissal and a misconduct hearing.
A female prison officer has been sentenced to jail for engaging in inappropriate relationships with inmates and sneaking a mobile phone into the facility. Read the shocking details.