Father blames soft-on-crime policies for son's murder
North Carolina father Logan Federico delivers emotional testimony before Congress, blaming progressive criminal justice reforms for his son's murder and demanding tougher sentencing laws.
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Britain's Longest-Serving Prisoner: 55 Years in Solitary
Exclusive: Robert Mawdsley, 70, has spent 55 years in solitary confinement for horrific crimes committed behind bars. Dubbed 'Hannibal the Cannibal', this model prisoner now spends his days writing poetry and studying philosophy, yet has never sought free
Trump Accuses Democrats of Weaponising Justice System
Former US President Donald Trump launches blistering attack on prosecutors and Biden administration, alleging politically motivated 'election interference' through multiple criminal cases against him.
Victim hunts down attacker after 15 years via TV show
A determined woman recounts her incredible 15-year journey to track down the man who violently assaulted her, using a chance sighting on a true-crime TV show to finally get justice.
Community Sentencing Crisis: Underfunding Risks Public Safety
The Guardian warns that chronic underfunding of community rehabilitation services is pushing the UK's justice system to breaking point, risking reoffending and public safety.
Minneapolis 'Woke' DA's Soft Crime Policy Sparks Safety Crisis
Hennepin County's progressive prosecutor Mary Moriarty faces mounting criticism as her lenient approach to juvenile offenders coincides with rising violent crime rates in Minneapolis.
King Charles Delivers Historic First King's Speech
In a momentous constitutional event, King Charles III outlined the UK government's ambitious legislative agenda for the coming year, focusing on economic growth, energy security, and new criminal justice measures.
Scotland abolishes 'not proven' verdict after centuries
In a landmark legal reform, the Scottish Government has passed legislation to abolish the controversial 'not proven' verdict, fundamentally altering the country's unique three-verdict justice system that has stood for centuries.
KC: Legal Aid Reform 'Astonishing Act of Self-Harm'
In a scathing critique, Thomas Ross KC warns that removing specialist criminal barristers from the Legal Aid Agency's advisory panel is a catastrophic move that will undermine fair trials and worsen the crisis in the UK's justice system.
UK's Chemical Castration Law for Sex Offenders Explained
Exclusive: Judges in England and Wales granted powerful new sentencing options, including chemical castration and whole-life orders for worst sex offenders under landmark legislation.
Moon Drifting Away From Earth Each Year
Groundbreaking research reveals the Moon is gradually spiralling away from Earth at 3.8cm per year, a phenomenon that will fundamentally alter our planet's environment and the length of our day over millions of years.
Innocent Woman Jailed 16 Months in Shocking Court Mistake
A British woman endured 16 months of wrongful imprisonment after being mistaken for her criminal father in a catastrophic court mix-up. Her harrowing story exposes critical flaws in the justice system.
Criminal Couple Jailed for Chaining Victim in Deadly Fire
A depraved criminal couple has been sentenced to life for the horrific murder of a vulnerable man they chained inside a burning house in a calculated act of evil in St Helens.
Journalist Poses As Criminal, Exposes UK Border Flaws
An undercover investigation exposes critical flaws in the UK's new digital border system, revealing how easily criminals could exploit loopholes to enter the country undetected.
Record number of offenders avoid court in Scotland
Exclusive figures reveal a dramatic surge in criminals being diverted from prosecution to social work schemes in Scotland, with over 34,000 cases recorded last year. Critics warn of a 'soft-touch' justice system as serious offenders, including those charg
Webb Solves Mystery of Interstellar Comet 2I/Borisov
A groundbreaking new study has finally unravelled the cosmic mystery behind the strange chemical makeup of the only known interstellar comet, 2I/Borisov, using the powerful James Webb Space Telescope.
ICC Pursues Kony, Netanyahu, and Putin for War Crimes
The International Criminal Court in The Hague is making global headlines with cases against Joseph Kony, Benjamin Netanyahu, and Vladimir Putin, highlighting its crucial role in pursuing war crimes justice.
Banksy claims new mural on London's Royal Courts of Justice
The enigmatic street artist Banksy has officially authenticated a powerful new piece on the walls of London's Royal Courts of Justice, depicting a child using a pressure washer to create a crimson spatter effect, in a classic critique of the justice syste
Banksy targets Royal Courts of Justice with new artwork
The anonymous street artist Banksy has claimed a new piece on the wall of the Royal Courts of Justice in London, featuring striking green paint splatters, in a move interpreted as a commentary on the UK justice system.
Forensic Watchdog Failing Wrongly Convicted, Experts Warn
A damning report reveals the Forensic Science Regulator lacks the expertise to properly assess miscarriages of justice, leaving innocent people trapped in prison. Experts demand urgent reform.
Brazilian 'Dexter' confesses to 100 vigilante murders
Exclusive: A Brazilian security guard's shocking confession reveals a decades-long killing spree targeting criminals he deemed 'unworthy of life', drawing chilling parallels to the TV series Dexter.
Dramatic footage shows kidnapping victims escaping captors
Exclusive footage reveals the heart-stopping moments brave kidnapping victims break free from their captors in daring daylight escapes across the UK.
Yvette Cooper Appointed Justice Secretary in Starmer Cabinet
Labour veteran Yvette Cooper takes on the crucial Justice Secretary role in Keir Starmer's new government, tasked with reforming the UK's justice system and prisons.
DOJ Reviews Jury Trial System for England and Wales
The UK government is reviewing the jury trial system, with proposals to reduce jury sizes and limit complex cases. Discover the potential impact on justice.
Chilling Past of UK's Youngest Double Murderer Revealed
A shocking investigation reveals the troubled childhood and systemic failures surrounding the UK's youngest double murderer, a 12-year-old boy with a history of extreme violence and neglect.
Minnesota Man Freed After 25-Year Wrongful Conviction
Bryan Hooper walks free after a quarter-century behind bars as Minnesota court overturns wrongful murder conviction, exposing systemic justice failures.
Judge denies bail reduction in New Orleans kidnapping case
A Louisiana judge has refused to reduce the $1.5m bond for Stanley Burkhardt, the man accused of the brazen kidnapping of a woman from a New Orleans street. The decision comes amid serious public safety concerns and new evidence presented by prosecutors.
Exclusive: New Evidence Emerges in High-Profile Criminal Case
Groundbreaking developments unfold as fresh testimony and forensic analysis challenge initial investigations, sending shockwaves through the judicial system.
Badenoch: Britain's Silence on Criminal Truths Exposed
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch delivers a stark critique of Britain's failure to confront hard truths about crime, political correctness, and national discourse. An exclusive insight.
UK Jury System Review Amid Bias Concerns in Protest Trials
A major review of the UK's jury system is underway, sparked by concerns over juror bias in politically charged trials. The Law Commission is investigating potential reforms to ensure fair trials in an era of heightened activism.
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