Labour urged to raise age of criminal responsibility
A major report demands Labour raises the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14, arguing the current law harms vulnerable children. Read the full findings.
A major report demands Labour raises the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14, arguing the current law harms vulnerable children. Read the full findings.
Former Supreme Court President Lady Hale leads calls to raise the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14, citing neuroscience and international norms. The government opposes the change.
Criminal barristers are planning industrial action that could bring courts to a standstill, opposing Justice Secretary David Lammy's proposal to slash jury trials by half. Read the full story.
Barristers argue jurors provide a crucial 'humane perspective' that professional judges cannot. Discover why calls to slash jury use face fierce opposition from legal professionals.
Investigators identify source of BP's Olympic Pipeline leak in Washington, causing fuel shortages and emergency declarations. Discover the impact and ongoing repairs.
Washington Huskies secure a dominant 48-14 victory over UCLA, highlighted by a comical fake field goal attempt that resulted in a Washington touchdown. Read the full match report.
Exclusive: A prison officer reveals Britain's most notorious inmate Charles Bronson could be released within months after nearly 50 years in custody, despite his violent reputation.
A Washington DC jury delivers a surprising not guilty verdict for a man accused of assaulting a federal agent with a sandwich, raising questions about police conduct and proportionality.
Shankar, the iconic Asian elephant who captured hearts during 25 years at Washington DC's National Zoo, has passed away at approximately 48 years old, leaving behind a legacy of conservation awareness.
A groundbreaking NSW review recommends raising the age of criminal responsibility to 14, arguing younger children lack moral capacity and require protection, not punishment.
Body-worn camera footage captures the dramatic moment Washington State Patrol officers saved a frightened kitten stranded on Interstate 5, showcasing their compassionate side beyond crime-fighting duties.
Alleged organised crime figure Ferras Merhi, the first person charged under Australia's new 'Guardian Shield' laws, has faced court in a landmark case that could redefine how authorities tackle sophisticated criminal networks.
Exclusive investigation reveals how the notorious Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua is transforming into an international criminal empire, with operations spreading across Latin America and raising alarm among global law enforcement agencies.
Exclusive: A veteran crime journalist reveals the terrifying common denominator linking the world's most notorious mass killers after conducting unprecedented prison interviews.
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's audacious plan to build a French-style triumphal arch near the Washington Monument, dwarfing the iconic landmark in a testament to presidential vanity.
Exclusive: Two teenagers convicted of a vicious attack that left a cryptocurrency worker with life-altering injuries have been given probation in a case that's exposing deep flaws in Washington DC's justice system.
A shocking animal welfare case unfolds in Florida as authorities discover multiple deceased dogs in a woman's freezer during a welfare check, leading to serious criminal charges.
A Tennessee district attorney has abruptly resigned after being indicted in connection with a brutal triple homicide case that has rocked the local legal community.
A distinguished neurosurgeon faces criminal charges after performing an unorthodox cranial procedure on his own daughter using a power drill in their family home, raising serious questions about medical ethics and parental responsibility.
In a shocking twist of American justice, a Texas father faces murder charges after protecting his daughter from an armed intruder. Michael John O'Malley's campaign for sheriff takes a devastating turn as his son fights for freedom.
A Polish woman who falsely claimed to be missing Madeleine McCann faces criminal proceedings after Kate McCann took legal action against the elaborate deception that gained international attention.
Luigi Mangione, former chief executive of UnitedHealthcare's US operations, has been charged with conspiracy and healthcare fraud in a case alleging systematic overbilling of Medicare Advantage worth hundreds of millions.
A woman's pursuit of justice for alleged childhood sexual abuse ends in dismissal as prosecutors cite 'confidential' reasons, leaving victims' advocates outraged.
Exclusive analysis reveals the mounting legal threats facing Donald Trump as multiple investigations could potentially lead to unprecedented criminal charges against a former US President.
Suzanne Simpson faces criminal charges for allegedly waging a relentless harassment campaign against her sister, involving threatening messages and false allegations in a shocking family betrayal.
A 24-year-old man stands accused of masquerading as a teenager to infiltrate a Minnesota high school, where he allegedly sexually assaulted multiple female students in a disturbing case of calculated deception.
New York Attorney General Letitia James escalates her civil fraud case against Donald Trump, referring criminal allegations to federal prosecutors in a dramatic legal development.
New York Attorney General Letitia James, known for high-profile cases against Donald Trump, now faces criminal charges herself in a stunning legal reversal that has sent shockwaves through US politics.
Shocking case reveals Florida couple abandoned their 14-year-old with 19 guns and minimal food while holidaying in Germany. Exclusive details on the investigation and charges.
Two New Jersey police officers have been charged with official misconduct after allegedly filming a sexual encounter inside a Roman Catholic church and sharing the video.