Three dead in Georgia prison riot
At least three inmates have died and a dozen are injured following a major disturbance at Washington State Prison in Georgia. Authorities confirm the facility is now secure.
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£50m boost for home adaptations as care reforms delayed
Health Minister Stephen Kinnock announces extra £50m for Disabled Facilities Grant in 2025-26, supporting home adaptations. Government vows action despite Baroness Casey's care commission not reporting until 2028.
£50m boost for home adaptations as care reforms awaited
Health Minister Stephen Kinnock announces a £50m funding increase for the Disabled Facilities Grant, supporting home adaptations for thousands while a major care commission continues its work. Discover the government's plans.
Netflix's Jail Experiment: How Real Is Season 2?
Netflix's 'Unlocked: A Jail Experiment' returns for a second season in Arizona. We examine the authenticity of the show's 'unsupervised' inmates and the real rules behind the drama.
Prisoner confesses to murder of child sex offender
An inmate has told a Brisbane court he killed a fellow prisoner because the victim was a convicted child molester. Two men are charged with murder following the assault at Maryborough Correctional Centre.
Nick Reiner Taken Off Suicide Watch in Double Murder Case
Nick Reiner, charged with the murder of his parents Rob and Michele Reiner, has been taken off suicide watch but remains in solitary confinement. Full details on the case.
Greg Abbott Appointee Found Shot Dead in McAllen
Eddy Betancourt, a Texas Facilities Commissioner appointed by Governor Greg Abbott, was found shot dead in McAllen. Police have issued a murder warrant for suspect Reynaldo Mata-Rios. Read the latest on this border city homicide.
Epstein denied suicide for religious reasons, files show
Newly released prison files detail Jeffrey Epstein's insistence he would not kill himself, citing his Jewish faith, just days before he was found dead in his cell. Explore the contradictions.
Pressure Mounts Over Missing Epstein Jail Footage
Pam Bondi faces growing demands to explain missing or altered surveillance footage from the jail where Jeffrey Epstein died. New evidence release raises more questions.
Second correction to nurse tribunal ruling issued
A second corrected version of the employment tribunal ruling for nurse Sandie Peggie has been issued, prompting criticism from Scottish Conservatives. Discover the details of the case and the ongoing legal battle.
Farah and Scott warn against Labour's playing field plans
Jill Scott and Sir Mo Farah lead sporting figures warning children will 'suffer' if Labour reforms allow playing fields to be built on. Read why they say green spaces are 'irreplaceable'.
MA Services Group enters administration, 300 jobs at risk
The MA Services Group, a major UK facilities management firm, has collapsed into voluntary administration, putting approximately 300 jobs in jeopardy. Read the full story on the firm's financial crisis.
Epstein Death: The 'Missing Minute' CCTV Mystery
The death of Jeffrey Epstein in prison and the mystery of missing CCTV footage continue to fuel speculation. Explore the facts and unanswered questions.
Ex-Prison Guard Sentenced for Murder in Inmate Death
A former New York state prison guard receives a 25-years-to-life sentence for the murder of inmate Robert Brooks. Shocking body-camera footage triggered calls for prison reform.
Judge blocks Trump's ban on surprise ICE visits
A federal judge has ruled that Trump administration policies barring unannounced congressional visits to ICE detention centres violate US law. Read the full story.
Judge Blocks ICE Facility Access Limits for Lawmakers
A federal judge has temporarily halted Trump administration policies restricting Congressional access to immigration detention centres. The ruling supports oversight of conditions. Read the full analysis.
Paedophile Shannon Norgate dies after jail assault
Shannon Daniel Norgate, convicted of child sex offences, has died in hospital following an alleged altercation with two inmates at Maryborough Correctional Centre. Read the full report.
MPs demand upgrade for 'tatty' Parliamentary gym
MPs are demanding upgrades for the taxpayer-subsidised Parliamentary gym, citing 'decrepit' facilities and high costs. Only 13 MPs have used it this year. Discover the full story.
Drugs smuggled into prison using JD Vance memoir
A man receives a decade-long sentence for smuggling narcotics into an Ohio prison hidden inside JD Vance's 'Hillbilly Elegy'. Discover the ironic details of the case.
Russia mobilises reservists to protect oil from drones
Russia passes new laws forcing reservists to guard oil facilities and cutting internet access to counter Ukraine's long-range drone strikes. Explore the Kremlin's latest defensive measures.
Russia Deploys Reservists to Guard Oil from Ukraine Drones
The Kremlin passes new laws forcing reservists to protect oil facilities and cutting internet access to counter Ukraine's long-range drone strikes. Explore the implications for Russia's defence.
Eswatini confirms $5.1m US payment for deportees
Eswatini's finance minister confirms the kingdom received $5.1 million from the US to accept deportees. Discover the secretive deal and its legal challenges.
Village park demolished after noise complaints
Chapel-en-le-Frith council demolishes children's play area after lengthy legal battle with residents over noise. Community divided as facility removed.
Cruise Warning For Pregnant Travellers
Cruise expert warns pregnant women of little-known rule. Most cruise lines ban passengers 24+ weeks pregnant due to limited onboard medical care. Check policies before booking.
Diddy's jail time extended after prison rule breaks
Sean 'Diddy' Combs has his four-year sentence extended by a month following multiple reported prison rule violations. The disgraced music mogul is now set for release in June 2028.
Victoria prisoners serving full terms in police cells
Exclusive investigation reveals Victoria's correctional system at breaking point as prisoners complete entire jail terms in police cells, raising serious human rights concerns.
Grandma found dead after care home disappearance
Heartbreaking story of 83-year-old Jeanette Stone who wandered from her care facility and was later discovered deceased in a neighbour's garden, sparking urgent safety reviews.
Village fights padel courts replacing diabetes homes
Furious villagers in Buckinghamshire are fighting controversial plans to build three padel tennis courts they claim will destroy homes for people with diabetes, calling it a 'betrayal of community values'.
Cessnock prison guards walk out after officer assault
Violent inmate assault sparks emergency staff walkout at Cessnock Correctional Centre, exposing safety crisis in NSW prisons as officers demand immediate protection measures.
NSW Prisons Lockdown as Guards Strike Over Safety
Correctional officers across New South Wales have walked off the job, plunging the state's prison system into complete lockdown amid escalating concerns about staff safety and chronic understaffing.
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