South Carolina executes Steven Bixby for double murder
Steven Bixby has been executed by lethal injection in South Carolina for the 2003 murders of a sheriff's deputy and a state official, marking the state's first execution since 2011.
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New Hampshire Man Sentenced to Death for Child Murders
A New Hampshire man has been sentenced to death for the brutal murders of a young girl and her mother, marking a rare federal capital punishment case in a state without the death penalty.
US Supreme Court Rejects Bixby Death Penalty Appeal
The US Supreme Court has denied an appeal from Richard Bixby, upholding his death sentence for the 2015 murders of his parents. The decision ends a lengthy legal battle centred on mental health arguments.
US suspect faces firing squad for capital murder charge
Tyler Robinson, a suspect in the murder of Charlie Kirk, could face the death penalty by firing squad in a shocking capital murder case that has drawn international attention.
Champion Figure Skater, 19, Tragically Dies in Her Sleep
The British figure skating community is in mourning after the sudden and unexplained death of 19-year-old champion skater Julia Marie Gaiser. The promising athlete passed away in her sleep, leaving family and friends devastated.
Messi's Panenka Penalty Saved in Shock Inter Miami Defeat
Lionel Messi's cheeky Panenka penalty was spectacularly saved by Charlotte FC's Kristijan Kahlina in a shocking 1-0 defeat for Inter Miami, dealing a major blow to their MLS playoff hopes.
Family's fury as cops dismiss Brit's Magaluf death
The heartbroken family of a British man who died after a fall in Magaluf is demanding answers from Spanish police, who have shockingly closed the case without a full investigation.
US Airman Faces Death Penalty for UK Double Murder
US Air Force serviceman Tyler Robinson is charged with the brutal murders of two teenage brothers, Josh and Dylan, in a quiet Suffolk village. The case, which has shocked the local community, could see Robinson face the death penalty under UK law for the
Death Row Inmate's Extravagant Last Meal Sparks Outrage
Brian Dorsey, a Missouri death row inmate, requested an extravagant last meal of seafood and cheesecake before his execution, a choice that has ignited fury among the families of his victims.
Trump Demands Death Penalty for London Nanny Murder Case
Donald Trump calls for capital punishment for Iryna 'Ira' Zarutska, the Ukrainian nanny accused of murdering British executive Charlotte Sedgefield and her infant daughter in a horrific London case.
Brits Face Death Penalty in Bali Cocaine Bust
Two British nationals have been arrested in Bali, accused of attempting to smuggle a significant quantity of cocaine into Indonesia, a country with some of the world's harshest drug laws. They now confront the grim possibility of life imprisonment or even
US tourist faces death penalty over ammo in luggage
Tyler Wenrich, a US tourist and father, could be sentenced to death in Turks and Caicos after airport security found hunting ammunition in his bag. His family pleads for his release as he remains detained.
British pair face death penalty in Bali cocaine bust
Two British nationals have been paraded in handcuffs in Bali after being arrested on accusations of attempting to smuggle cocaine. The pair now faces the grim possibility of Indonesia's ultimate punishment.
Brits Face Death Penalty in Ukraine Over Espionage
Two British nationals, Dylan Healy and Andrew Hill, are on trial in Russian-occupied Ukraine, facing espionage charges that carry the potential death penalty. Their families and the UK government are fighting for their release.
Australian Mum Faces Death Penalty in Taiwan Drug Case
A Brisbane mother faces execution in Taiwan after authorities allegedly found 30kg of cannabis concealed within her luggage. The harrowing case highlights international drug trafficking dangers.
Brazilian Influencer, 22, Dies in London Hotel Tragedy
The UK Brazilian community is in mourning after the sudden death of 22-year-old social media influencer Jaqueline Barbosa Nascimento. The aspiring model was found unresponsive in a London hotel room, with friends suspecting a fatal epileptic seizure.
House of Lords votes to abolish death penalty for all crimes
In a landmark decision, the House of Lords has voted to abolish the death penalty for the crimes of piracy and treason, formally ending capital punishment for all offences in the UK.
India death sentence for murder over skin colour comment
A court in India has sentenced a man to death for a murder sparked by a comment about the perpetrator's dark skin, a case that has shocked the nation and ignited a fierce debate about colourism and justice.
Coroner's mystery over disabled boy's fatal cocaine ingestion
A coroner's inquest into the death of a 13-year-old disabled boy from Kent concludes it is 'impossible to determine' how he ingested the lethal dose of cocaine that killed him, leaving a family with unanswered questions.
Brit's Mysterious Malaysia Death: Family's 3 Questions
The family of Oliver Pugh, a British man found dead in a Malaysian hotel room, are left with agonising unanswered questions as authorities remain tight-lipped. Exclusive details on the baffling case.
Utah Court Halts Execution of Inmate with Dementia
The Utah Supreme Court issues a dramatic last-minute stay for Ronnie Lee Gardner, pausing his execution by firing squad amid a fierce legal battle over his severe dementia and fitness for execution.
Florida executes inmate Curtis Windom for double murder
The US state of Florida has carried out the execution of Curtis Windom for the 2013 murders of his ex-girlfriend and her new partner. Read the details of his final hours, the victims' families' statements, and the ongoing debate over capital punishment.
Noah Presgrove Family Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit
The family of Noah Presgrove, 19, has launched a wrongful death lawsuit following the controversial ruling of 'accidental death' for his mysterious case, found on a US highway on Labour Day 2023.
Met Police detective dies in Barbados cell after wife's death
A Metropolitan Police detective has been discovered dead in a Barbados prison cell just days after his wife was found deceased in their holiday apartment, in a shocking double tragedy that has rocked the Scotland Yard community.
Trump demands death penalty for DC criminals in fiery speech
Former US President Donald Trump calls for capital punishment for violent offenders in Washington DC during rally, reigniting tough-on-crime debate ahead of elections.
British Grandfather Faces Firing Squad in Bali for Drugs
A British grandfather is sentenced to death by firing squad in Bali after being caught with a 'personal use' quantity of cannabis. This case highlights Indonesia's brutally strict zero-tolerance drug laws and serves as a stark warning to tourists.
Husband watches wife's killer executed in Texas
In a harrowing act of closure, a husband witnessed the execution of his wife's killer in Texas. The killer, Jedidiah Murphy, was put to death by lethal injection after a final meal and last words. This is the story of a decades-long wait for justice.
Peruvian Woman Faces Death Penalty in Bali Cocaine Bust
A Peruvian national has been arrested at Bali's Ngurah Rai Airport for attempting to smuggle over 3kg of cocaine, a crime punishable by death in Indonesia. The 23-year-old was apprehended after a flight from Peru via Singapore.
Aussie's DIY Meth Smuggle: Household Item Stash in Thailand
A 34-year-old Australian national faces the death penalty after Thai customs officials discovered 4kg of crystal methamphetamine ingeniously concealed inside a common household appliance. The shocking find was made at a Bangkok mail centre.
Alabama defends nitrogen gas execution amid backlash
Alabama's governor defends the state's first nitrogen gas execution, while lawyers and activists condemn it as cruel and experimental.
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