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.
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Trump brands Sadiq Khan 'nasty person' in GB News attack
Donald Trump launches a scathing attack on London Mayor Sadiq Khan, labelling him a 'disaster' and confirming a multi-billion dollar lawsuit against the BBC. Read the full details.
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.
Florida schools with Sharia links got taxpayer vouchers
Exclusive investigation reveals Florida schools with alleged ties to Islamic law receiving millions in taxpayer vouchers, sparking political firestorm and raising questions about education funding oversight.
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.
Glasgow Sharia Council Under Investigation
An exclusive Sky News investigation reveals concerns about a Sharia law council operating in Glasgow, raising questions about religious arbitration in Scotland's legal system.
Iran thief to lose four fingers despite victim's forgiveness
A Iranian court has ordered the amputation of four fingers from a convicted thief, ignoring both the victim's forgiveness and international human rights concerns in a brutal application of Sharia law.
Taliban publicly executes man for murder of pregnant woman
Shocking public execution carried out by Taliban in Afghanistan as man is shot three times before crowd as punishment for murdering heavily pregnant woman in brutal retaliatory justice system.
Trump Allies Make Dramatic Court Appearance in San Francisco
Former President Donald Trump's high-profile legal team, including Kash Patel and Pam Bondi, made a striking appearance at a San Francisco appeals court hearing, signalling intense focus on a crucial case with significant implications.
Tommy Robinson Courtroom Outburst Over Contempt Charges
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson could face jail time after allegedly filming defendants outside Leeds Crown Court and confronting a police officer during heated exchange.
Islamic Law Creeping Into London Despite Khan's Denials
Exclusive investigation reveals how Sharia principles are increasingly influencing London's institutions, from schools to public services, raising serious questions about British values and governance.
US Supreme Court overturns conversion therapy bans
In a controversial 6-3 decision, America's highest court has struck down local bans on conversion therapy, reigniting debates over LGBTQ+ protections and states' rights.
Man claims divinity, faces Indonesian Islamic police
A controversial religious figure in Indonesia has been detained by Islamic sharia police after declaring himself divine, sparking debates about religious freedom and enforcement in the world's largest Muslim-majority nation.
Sharia marriage rapist jailed with grooming gang
Seven members of a depraved grooming gang have been sentenced to prison, including a rapist who married his teenage victim in a sham Islamic ceremony. The harrowing case exposes systematic abuse in West Yorkshire.
Trump: London Under Sharia Law with Khan's 'Approval'
Donald Trump has ignited a firestorm by alleging that parts of London operate under Sharia law, directly blaming Mayor Sadiq Khan. The former US President's comments, made on GB News, have drawn sharp criticism and accusations of Islamophobia.
Sudanese immigrant's 'I love you' whisper before rape, court told
A court was told how a Sudanese immigrant targeted a crying student outside a nightclub, whispering 'I love you' before dragging her to a car park and subjecting her to a horrific sexual assault.
Game of Thrones star avoids driving ban after speeding offence
Game of Thrones actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, famous for playing Jaime Lannister, has been spared a driving ban after being caught speeding in his BMW. The star argued a ban would cause 'exceptional hardship' to his American wife who cannot drive in the UK
Horse trainer avoids jail for gin bottle attack on boyfriend
A professional horsewoman from Oxfordshire has avoided prison after a violent attack on her boyfriend, where she struck him with a gin bottle and stabbed him with a shard of glass following a drunken argument.
Welder's 'blind rage' attack leaves victim with life-changing injuries
A brutal and unprovoked attack by welder Liam Thorpe, fuelled by 'blind rage', left a man with catastrophic injuries including a fractured skull and bleeding on the brain. The shocking court case reveals the details of the vicious assault in Hull.
Ex-British Soldier Defects to Taliban in Afghanistan
Peter Reynolds, a former British Army soldier, has defected to join the Taliban in Afghanistan, citing disillusionment with the UK's withdrawal and a desire to live under Sharia law. His story reveals a complex and controversial narrative of betrayal and
Ukrainian gets life sentence for Bali drug lab
A Ukrainian national has been sentenced to life imprisonment by an Indonesian court for running a sophisticated crystal methamphetamine laboratory from a rented villa in Bali, marking a severe crackdown on the island's drug trade.
Mum nearly jailed over school attendance mix-up in court
A single mother from the UK was nearly imprisoned after a court mix-up over her son's school attendance. Discover the full story behind this alarming truancy case and its dramatic courtroom resolution.
Alan Jones pleads not guilty to historical sex charges
Veteran Australian broadcaster Alan Jones has formally denied 26 charges of historical sexual abuse dating back to the 1980s. The 82-year-old's case has been adjourned until November.
UK Court Blocks French Minister's Rwanda Visit
The UK High Court has intervened to prevent France's Interior Minister from visiting Rwanda, branding the UK's own asylum policy as unlawful in a major diplomatic and legal rebuke.
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.
Arsenal's Thomas Partey Faces Court Date Over Allegation
Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey is set to appear at Southwark Crown Court after an allegation dating back to June 2022. The case, managed by Westminster magistrates, proceeds as the footballer remains a key player for Mikel Arteta's squad.
Taliban carries out public executions in Afghanistan
The Taliban has publicly executed two men and flogged 14 others in northern Afghanistan's Balkh province, marking a severe return to Sharia law punishments and raising major human rights concerns.
Arsenal's Partey Charged with Sexual Assault
Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been formally charged with sexual assault and is due to appear before Westminster Magistrates' Court. The Ghana international's future at the club hangs in the balance as legal proceedings commence.
Top Heart Surgeon Guilty of Molesting Staff Members
Renowned consultant cardiac surgeon Habib Khan, 61, has been convicted of a series of sexual assaults against five female colleagues at a Blackpool NHS hospital, in a case that has sent shockwaves through the medical community.
Plymouth man jailed for 13 years over brutal hammer attack
A Plymouth man has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for a brutal hammer attack on a sleeping man in his own home. Joshua Hart, 29, was convicted at Bristol Crown Court for the premeditated assault.
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