Judges forced to apologise over IPP sentences scandal
Judges in England and Wales are issuing apologies for imposing now-defunct IPP sentences, leaving thousands in legal limbo. Discover the shocking details behind this ongoing scandal.
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Campaigners Demand End to Indefinite Prison Sentences
Campaigners are urging the UK government to repeal the controversial Imprisonment for Public Protection (IPP) sentences, which have left thousands in legal limbo.
IPP Prisoners Still Jailed Years After Sentence Abolition
A damning report highlights how thousands of prisoners under the abolished IPP sentences remain incarcerated, with many denied parole despite serving beyond their minimum terms.
Refugee faces return to Iran after years in Australia
After years of uncertainty on Nauru, Lana built a new life in Australia. Now, she faces the heartbreaking prospect of returning to the Iran she escaped.
Palestinian-American teen detained in Israeli prison
A 17-year-old Palestinian-American boy has been held in an Israeli prison for months without charge, raising concerns over human rights violations and diplomatic tensions.
Starbucks staff accuse police of rights violation
Two Starbucks employees claim Greater Manchester Police violated their human rights after detaining them for 20 hours without charge following a till discrepancy.
Aung San Suu Kyi Detained in Bangkok – Myanmar Crisis Escalates
Reports emerge that Myanmar's ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been detained in Bangkok, raising concerns over regional stability and human rights.
NT Reintroduces Spit Hoods in Youth Detention
The Northern Territory government has reinstated the use of spit hoods in youth detention centres, sparking renewed debate over human rights and child protection.
Democrats call Trump's ICE visit a political stunt
Democratic lawmakers have condemned former President Donald Trump's visit to an ICE detention facility, calling it a political stunt designed to shift focus from his administration's immigration policy failures.
UK jail escape trial reignites indefinite sentences debate
A high-profile prison escape case has reignited discussions about the fairness and effectiveness of indefinite sentences in the UK justice system.
Israel detains Freedom Flotilla activists after ship interception
Crew members of a pro-Palestinian activist vessel were detained and questioned by Israeli forces after their ship was redirected to Ashdod port.
FEMA funds diverted to border detention centres
The Biden administration faces backlash after reallocating FEMA disaster relief funds to support immigration detention centres, sparking debate over budget priorities.
Cheng Lei's Botox facade hides China detention stress
Australian journalist Cheng Lei's glamorous appearance in court sparks controversy as experts reveal the hidden pressures behind her 'Botox facade' during her detention in China.
Alligators Found at Alcatraz Detention Camp
In a bizarre turn of events, alligators from Florida have been discovered at the Alcatraz detention camp, sparking chaos and urgent removals. Read the full story.
UK singer detained in US over visa, health fears grow
A British musician is being held in a US correctional facility for overstaying her visa, with reports of deteriorating health conditions raising alarm.
UK Couple Could Die in Afghan Prison, Son Warns
The son of a British couple detained in Afghanistan reveals their dire conditions—malnourished, shackled, and suffering convulsions—as he warns their situation is worsening and they may not survive.
Florida warns against Mexico travel over crime and gators
Florida officials have issued a travel advisory for Mexico, citing dangers from organised crime and even alligators in a detention centre dubbed 'Alcatraz'. Learn why tourists and residents are being urged to reconsider travel.
Mexican Marine Wrongly Detained by ICE
A Mexican national and former US Marine was mistakenly detained by ICE despite his military service and pending citizenship application, sparking outrage and legal action.
Elderly Brit couple held in Afghan jail as health deteriorates
An elderly British couple detained in Afghanistan is reportedly in urgent need of medical care as their health declines rapidly. The Taliban has warned they could die without immediate treatment.
Harsh Conditions Exposed in NYC ICE Detention Centre
Exclusive video reveals disturbing conditions faced by detainees in a New York City ICE facility, sparking outrage and calls for reform.
Journalist Mario Guevera detained by ICE in Georgia
Investigative journalist Mario Guevera was detained by ICE in Georgia, sparking outrage over press freedom and Trump's aggressive immigration enforcement.
Chicago Teen Wrongly Sent to Guantánamo Bay
A Chicago teenager was mistakenly sent to Guantánamo Bay after being falsely accused of terrorism, according to a shocking new investigation.
Spanish family detained over Trump sign mix-up
A Spanish-speaking family was wrongfully detained by Atlanta police after a neighbour mistook a pro-Trump sign for a distress signal, sparking outrage and calls for better cultural sensitivity training.
Journalist detained by ICE in Georgia sparks press freedom debate
Investigative journalist Mario Guevara was detained by ICE in Georgia, sparking outrage over press freedom and immigration enforcement under Trump-era policies.
Nazanin's husband blasts UK over 'broken promises'
Richard Ratcliffe accuses UK ministers of failing to secure his wife's release from Iran, citing years of 'empty words' and inaction.
Bollywood Couple Detained by ICE Over Secret Million-Dollar Scandal
A high-profile Bollywood couple has been detained by US immigration authorities following the discovery of a hidden million-dollar scandal. Read the full story here.
SNP's 'no detention' policy sparks classroom chaos fears
New SNP guidance discouraging the term 'detention' for disruptive students has been slammed as a 'green light for anarchy' by education experts, raising fears over school discipline.
Teen escapes with alligator from high-security facility
A 17-year-old boy with a violent criminal history has escaped from a high-security juvenile detention centre in Florida, taking an alligator with him in a bizarre twist that has left officials scrambling.
GOP: Biden Failing on Immigration Detention Conditions
Republican lawmakers have accused the Biden administration of failing to address dire conditions in US immigration detention facilities, citing overcrowding and poor sanitation.
Ohio Imam Held by ICE Sparks Religious Freedom Debate
A prominent Ohio imam has been detained by ICE, raising fears of religious persecution and igniting debates over immigration enforcement in the US.
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