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.
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EU digital border checks paused at Dover amid delay fears
French border officials have suspended the controversial new EU digital border checks at Dover, preventing what experts warned could become four-hour queues for British travellers. The last-minute pause comes as relief for summer holidaymakers facing pote
UK Asylum Appeals Surge Overwhelms Courts
Britain's immigration courts face collapse as asylum appeals surge to unprecedented levels, creating dangerous backlogs and raising serious concerns about public safety.
EU Border System Delays Threaten UK Travel Chaos
Critical delays to the EU's new border control system threaten massive disruptions at Dover and Eurotunnel, with potential 14-hour queues and £3 billion economic impact looming.
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.
Prison System Crisis: Inmate Accidentally Released
An extraordinary administrative error that freed a prisoner reveals deep systemic failures within Britain's overcrowded and under-resourced prison system, raising urgent questions about public safety and rehabilitation.
Chinese prosecutor barred from UK court proceedings
The UK Court of Appeal blocks China's top prosecutor from attending proceedings in a landmark corruption case, highlighting escalating tensions between London and Beijing.
MoJ's £1bn funding crisis threatens prison reforms
Exclusive investigation reveals Ministry of Justice financial crisis with £1bn funding gap threatening prison reforms and court modernisation programmes.
Businessman's 'No Face, No Case' Defence Goes Viral
A British entrepreneur's controversial social media strategy of concealing his identity during court proceedings sparks legal debate and online frenzy. Discover how his 'no face, no case' approach challenges modern justice systems.
Psychologist's 'unsafe' evidence removed children from mothers
A clinical psychologist's controversial evidence resulted in twelve children being removed from their mothers before her testimony was completely discredited and thrown out of court, revealing serious concerns about expert witness practices in family proc
Sotomayor's chilling death penalty dissent: 'I hope I'm wrong'
Liberal Justice Sonia Sotomayor delivers powerful dissent in Alabama execution case, warning of potential torture as conservative justices allow lethal injection to proceed.
Private prosecutions surge as police fail to investigate
Exclusive investigation reveals how victims of crime are turning to private prosecutions as police fail to investigate serious offences across England and Wales.
Mother fights family court case against secret government evidence
A landmark legal battle reveals how government departments can submit secret evidence in family courts, leaving parents like a mother fighting for her child in the dark about allegations against them.
Mother forced to fight government alone in family court
Exclusive: A single mother from South Yorkshire battles the Ministry of Justice alone after being denied legal aid, exposing systemic failures in the family court system that critics say prioritises cost savings over children's welfare.
Italian court reduces rapist's sentence over victim's virginity
An Italian court has sparked international fury after reducing a man's rape sentence because the victim wasn't a virgin. The controversial 'virginity defence' has drawn condemnation from women's rights groups worldwide.
EU Border Chaos: Brits Face 2-Hour Airport Queues
British holidaymakers are experiencing massive delays at European airports as the EU's new Entry/Exit System creates chaos at border controls, with waits exceeding two hours during peak times.
Mother's 23-year fight after sons murdered by abusive dad
In an emotional interview, Miriam Dean reveals her decades-long battle for justice after her abusive ex-husband murdered their two young sons in a horrific familicide that shocked the nation.
Post Office Horizon scandal: 59 convictions quashed
In a monumental victory for justice, 59 former sub-postmasters have their convictions quashed as the Post Office Horizon IT scandal continues to unravel, exposing one of Britain's most devastating miscarriages of justice.
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.
China Spy Trial Collapses Over Secret Evidence
Exclusive: A major national security prosecution against alleged Chinese spies has dramatically collapsed after crucial evidence was withheld from defence teams, raising serious questions about transparency in Britain's justice system.
Judge's 16 child abuse rulings overturned in legal crisis
A senior family court judge faces removal from sensitive cases after the Court of Appeal overturned 16 rulings involving vulnerable children, citing 'serious concerns' about her handling of abuse evidence.
Tommy Robinson faces three-week prison sentence
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson could be jailed for three weeks as he faces contempt of court proceedings following controversial social media posts about an ongoing criminal trial.
Domestic abuse in most family court cases - watchdog
A landmark investigation exposes that domestic abuse allegations feature in most family court proceedings in England and Wales, raising urgent questions about victim protection and legal system pressures.
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.
New EU Border Checks Threaten 14-Hour Delays for UK Travellers
British tourists face potential holiday chaos as new EU Entry/Exit System brings automated border checks and possible 14-hour delays at major ports from October 2024.
EU's EES Border System Delayed, Threatening Travel Chaos
The EU's Entry/Exit System faces major delays, pushing implementation to late 2025 and threatening hours-long queues at borders for British travellers. Discover what this means for your European trips.
Massachusetts Child Rape Charges Dismissed Silently
A woman's pursuit of justice for alleged childhood sexual abuse ends in dismissal as prosecutors cite 'confidential' reasons, leaving victims' advocates outraged.
EU's New Border System: Spain Travel Warning
Exclusive: British holidaymakers face major disruption as EU's new Entry/Exit System launches with significant delays expected. Discover what this means for your next Spanish getaway.
French mother's sentence extended after courtroom escape
Gisele Pelicot, who fled justice during her child abduction trial, has had her prison term increased after a dramatic courtroom escape in France.
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.
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