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Victoria Labor needs One Nation for assisted dying bill

In a dramatic political twist, Victoria's Labor government has been forced to rely on One Nation and crossbench MPs to pass controversial voluntary assisted dying legislation after a major factional split within its own party.

Doreen Lawrence: 30 years on, justice reform fails

Baroness Lawrence delivers emotional speech at Royal Courts of Justice, demanding urgent police reform and condemning institutional failures three decades after her son's racist murder.

Victoria Police Scandal: 70+ Court Cases Reviewed

A major investigation into a Victorian police employee has thrown more than 70 court cases into question, with authorities urgently reviewing potential evidence manipulation affecting criminal proceedings.

CPS appeals terror charge dismissal against Kneecap rapper

The Crown Prosecution Service challenges a controversial court decision to drop terrorism charges against Irish rapper Mo Chara for displaying a Hezbollah flag at a Belfast concert, reigniting debates about free speech and national security.

Florida insurer bypasses courts in claim disputes

Exclusive investigation reveals how Florida's insurer of last resort is using a controversial special magistrate process to resolve disputes without court involvement, raising concerns about policyholder rights.

Mother admits manslaughter of teenage daughter

A mother from Kent has pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of her teenage daughter in a devastating case that has shocked the local community and raised questions about mental health support.

Gambler jailed for stealing £300k from friend

A compulsive gambler from Birmingham has been sentenced to prison after stealing nearly £300,000 from his childhood friend to sustain an extravagant lifestyle of luxury holidays, designer goods, and gambling sprees.

Grandparents jailed for life after abusing grandson

A Welsh couple has been sentenced to life imprisonment for subjecting their grandson to years of systematic physical and psychological torture in what judges described as one of the worst cases of child abuse ever encountered.

No-fault divorce revolution transforms UK marriage laws

Groundbreaking reforms to marriage laws will introduce no-fault divorce in England and Wales, ending the blame game and reducing conflict for separating couples. Discover how this historic change will modernise family courts.

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