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Trump Enacts Cashless Bail Order Transforming US Justice System

In a seismic shift for America's judicial landscape, former President Donald Trump has enacted a groundbreaking executive order to eliminate cash bail, a move set to dramatically alter the US prison system and spark fierce national debate on justice and p

Soft Justice Bill: Thousands to Dodge Prison

Exclusive: A landmark new Bill will see prison sentences under 12 months scrapped in England and Wales, allowing tens of thousands of offenders to avoid jail each year. Critics blast the move as a 'dangerous experiment' in soft justice.

Man Confesses to 'Mercy' Killing of His Mother in London

A 40-year-old man from Westminster has stunned authorities by confessing to the killing of his elderly mother, claiming it was an act of mercy. The full details of this tragic and perplexing case are emerging.

MPs slam government over 'unacceptable' court delays

MPs from across the House of Commons unite in fury as the government fails to deliver on its promise to establish a new court for England and Wales, citing 'unacceptable' delays and demanding urgent action from the Justice Secretary.

CPS probes Tory YouTube channel over prison filming

The Crown Prosecution Service has initiated a criminal investigation into a Conservative-linked YouTube channel for allegedly filming inside HMP Peterborough without authorisation, following a complaint from the Ministry of Justice.

Generative AI Forces Radical Overhaul of UK Exam System

Leading education experts demand urgent reform of GCSEs and A-levels, arguing generative AI like ChatGPT has made current exam formats unfit for purpose. Discover the proposed changes to preserve academic integrity.

Senator hangs up on Newsom in furious felony bill clash

Explosive confrontation as Democratic State Senator Josh Newman terminates a call with Governor Gavin Newsom over controversial legislation to remove hiring restrictions for ex-felons, accusing him of political games.

Alan Johnson: Rwanda Plan Makes UK Less Safe

Former Home Secretary Alan Johnson delivers a scathing critique of the UK's Rwanda deportation scheme, arguing it removes key witnesses and makes prosecuting gang leaders harder, ultimately undermining public safety.

Fritzl complains about prison conditions

Notorious criminal Josef Fritzl, who imprisoned his daughter for 24 years, has sparked outrage by complaining about his prison conditions, claiming he is 'treated like an animal'.

Britain's Real-Life Supervillain Millionaire Exposed

A wealthy British entrepreneur stands accused of orchestrating a sophisticated criminal network, blending high-tech schemes with audacious heists—earning him the nickname 'Britain's real-life supervillain.'

Trump's federal staff purge plan sparks controversy

Former President Donald Trump is reportedly planning a sweeping overhaul of the federal workforce if re-elected, aiming to replace career civil servants with political loyalists. Critics warn of chaos and politicisation, while supporters see it as a neces

Student admits drug plot to fund education

A university student from a disadvantaged background has pleaded guilty to conspiring to sell drugs in a desperate bid to pay for his studies, revealing the harsh realities of student poverty.

Sean Kingston Sentenced for Fraud Scheme

R&B singer Sean Kingston and his mother have been sentenced for orchestrating a high-profile wire fraud scheme, defrauding businesses of millions. Read the full details of their sentencing and the charges they faced.

FBI hunts Mexican fugitive Hernán Cortés in US

The FBI has launched a manhunt for Hernán Cortés, a Mexican national wanted for serious crimes, believed to be hiding in the US. Authorities warn he may be armed and dangerous.

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