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First 'Guardian Shield' charge: Alleged crime boss in court

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.

Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang expands globally

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.

Lammy: Putin must face war crimes trial

Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy declares Vladimir Putin should stand trial for war crimes while outlining Labour's foreign policy vision ahead of potential government.

Trump pressured Starmer on Gaza ICC stance

Exclusive: Donald Trump allegedly urged Keir Starmer to abandon support for International Criminal Court's Gaza investigations during private phone call, raising questions about foreign interference in UK politics.

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.

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

Labour to Scrap Rwanda Scheme, Launch New Border Security Command

Exclusive: Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party unveils a comprehensive strategy to tackle the small boats crisis, scrapping the Rwanda scheme and focusing on a new Border Security Command. Discover the details of their plan to 'smash the criminal gangs' and r

Trump Unveils Hardline DC Crime Crackdown Bill

Former US President Donald Trump announces a hardline anti-crime bill targeting Washington DC, aiming to override local laws and impose stricter penalties, sparking a fierce debate on federal overreach.

Jussie Smollett: Netflix Doc Exposes Shocking Truth

Netflix's incendiary new documentary, 'The Truth About Jussie Smollett', reopens one of Hollywood's most divisive cases. We dissect the film's bombshell claims, the polarising court battle, and the case that shattered a career and captivated a nation.

Gangsters' Dirty Cash Funds War on Organised Crime

In a stunning legal twist, the UK's National Crime Agency is using the ill-gotten gains of drug lords and gangsters to finance a relentless assault on the very heart of organised crime. Discover how dirty money is being turned into the ultimate weapon aga

Alan Johnson: Rwanda Plan Makes UK Less Safe

Former Home Secretary Alan Johnson delivers a scathing critique of the UK's Rwanda deportation scheme, arguing it removes key witnesses and makes prosecuting gang leaders harder, ultimately undermining public safety.

High Court Injunction Secures Epping Forest From Protesters

A landmark High Court injunction has been granted to protect Epping Forest from disruptive protesters, with Yvette Cooper condemning their actions as 'criminal damage'. The order empowers police to swiftly remove activists targeting critical infrastructur

Ex-PM's Granddaughter Charged in Malaysian Bullying Scandal

Zara Qairina, granddaughter of former Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad, faces criminal charges for the alleged bullying of a 13-year-old classmate. The case has ignited a national firestorm over privilege and accountability.

Fritzl complains about prison conditions

Notorious criminal Josef Fritzl, who imprisoned his daughter for 24 years, has sparked outrage by complaining about his prison conditions, claiming he is 'treated like an animal'.

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