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Army sergeant punished for 3am trainee ironing party

A British Army sergeant is facing disciplinary action after ordering trainee soldiers to iron their uniforms in the middle of the night during an unofficial party, raising serious questions about military conduct and welfare standards.

Texas executes Geoffrey West for 1998 murder

Geoffrey West has been executed in Texas for the 1998 murder of Margaret Berry. His final appeal to the Supreme Court was denied, marking the state's third execution this year.

Singapore orders caning for Malaysian visa overstayer

Singapore's High Court has reinstated a caning sentence for a Malaysian man who overstayed his visa, overturning a lower court's ruling. The decision, condemned by Amnesty International, highlights the city-state's strict immigration enforcement.

US Supreme Court Abolishes Death Penalty in Landmark Ruling

In a landmark decision, the US Supreme Court has abolished the death penalty, a move championed by lawyers for death row inmate Luigi Mangione. The ruling, citing 'cruel and unusual punishment,' marks a seismic shift in American justice.

Trump's Video Suggests Executing Drug Smugglers

Former US President Donald Trump has sparked outrage by sharing a video that appears to advocate for the execution of drug smugglers, drawing criticism from human rights groups and political opponents.

Army Major's suicide over career stress fear

A promising British Army Major's tragic suicide reveals the devastating human cost of military mental health stigma. Major James Willis's inquest hears he feared his career would suffer if he spoke about overwhelming stress.

Death Row Inmate's Chilling Final Words: 'Let's Ride'

An Alabama death row inmate uttered the haunting phrase 'Let's ride' moments before a 'botched' lethal injection that took over an hour to complete, sparking renewed outrage over capital punishment in the US.

First Images of Navalny's Arctic Punishment Cell Emerge

Chilling photographs from Alexei Navalny's Arctic penal colony reveal the brutal conditions inside his 'punishment cell' just moments before his death, as his widow presents new evidence alleging he was poisoned.

US Supreme Court Rejects Bixby Death Penalty Appeal

The US Supreme Court has denied an appeal from Richard Bixby, upholding his death sentence for the 2015 murders of his parents. The decision ends a lengthy legal battle centred on mental health arguments.

Army Officer, 28, Found Dead at Sandhurst

The Ministry of Defence confirms the heartbreaking death of Captain Jonathan Lewis, a promising young officer, at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. The inquest hears he had been struggling with the immense pressures of service.

US Army cadet hailed hero after M3 motorway rescue

A US Army cadet training at Sandhurst is being celebrated for his incredible bravery after pulling an unconscious driver from a burning vehicle on the M3 motorway, an act of heroism that has captured the public's admiration.

Kneecapping stigma prevents victims seeking help in NI

Exclusive investigation reveals how brutal paramilitary-style attacks continue to terrorise communities, with victims too afraid to seek medical or police assistance due to deep-seated fear and stigma.

Utah Court Halts Execution of Inmate with Dementia

The Utah Supreme Court issues a dramatic last-minute stay for Ronnie Lee Gardner, pausing his execution by firing squad amid a fierce legal battle over his severe dementia and fitness for execution.

Florida executes inmate Curtis Windom for double murder

The US state of Florida has carried out the execution of Curtis Windom for the 2013 murders of his ex-girlfriend and her new partner. Read the details of his final hours, the victims' families' statements, and the ongoing debate over capital punishment.

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