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800+ prisoners freed early in overcrowding crisis

The Ministry of Justice's radical early release scheme will see hundreds of prisoners freed weeks before their scheduled date, raising serious safety concerns among law enforcement and victims' groups.

Extreme lengths UK commuters go to for a train seat

An investigation reveals the extraordinary lengths UK commuters go to secure a seat on Britain's most overcrowded trains, from 'train stalking' to strategic boarding tactics at major stations like Clapham Junction.

NHS Corridor Care: 1 in 5 Patients in Hallways

A shocking CQC survey exposes the severe overcrowding in NHS England, with 20% of inpatients receiving treatment in corridors and non-clinical areas, highlighting a deepening hospital crisis.

Great North Run Apology Over 'Dangerous' Overcrowding

Great North Run organisers issue a grovelling apology after runners faced 'unacceptable' bottlenecks and dangerous overcrowding, leaving participants fuming on the world-famous half-marathon's course.

Prison officer executed after exposing inmate affair

The family of a murdered prison officer speaks out, claiming the system failed to protect him after he reported a colleague's illicit affair with a high-risk inmate, leading to a brutal street execution.

Brit Jailed in Dubai for 10 Months Over CBD Oil

Exclusive: Mia O'Brien, a British woman from Devon, details her terrifying 10-month imprisonment in a Dubai jail after airport officials found a CBD vape pen in her luggage. Her story exposes the severe legal risks travellers face in the UAE.

Burkina Faso imposes 5-year jail for 'promoting homosexuality'

Burkina Faso's military government has passed a harsh new penal code imposing up to five years in prison for acts considered 'promoting homosexuality', marking a severe crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights and alarming international human rights organisations.

TikTok Tourists Overwhelm Cotswolds Village

The idyllic Cotswolds village of Bourton-on-the-Water is buckling under the strain of a massive influx of 'TikTok tourists', prompting local authorities to issue urgent pleas for responsible visiting and consider drastic measures to protect the community.

British Mum's Damning Letter From Dubai Jail

A British mother jailed in Dubai for 'insulting' her ex-husband's new wife pens a harrowing letter detailing squalid conditions, medical neglect, and a desperate plea for help from UK authorities.

GMB Guest Jailed After Drunken Studio Rampage

A guest on ITV's 'Good Morning Britain' has been sentenced to prison after a drunken appearance turned into a violent studio rampage, leaving presenters stunned and crew members injured.

Lisbon tram disaster linked to 'excessive tourism'

A devastating tram collision in Lisbon's historic Alfama district, which left two dead and dozens injured, is being blamed by locals on overcrowding and intense pressure from mass tourism, raising urgent questions about safety and sustainability.

Ex-NFL QB Jay Cutler Faces Jail in DUI Lawsuit

Former Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler is embroiled in a legal battle, facing a potential 11-month jail sentence over a 2022 DUI charge in Williamson County, Tennessee. The lawsuit alleges police misconduct during his arrest.

Couple face jail over illegal 'best man cave' in UK

A British couple could be imprisoned after illegally constructing a massive 10,000 sq ft entertainment complex, dubbed 'Britain's best man cave', in their garden, defying court orders and a lengthy planning dispute.

NHS Corridor Care Now a 'Year-Round Emergency'

A damning report reveals corridor care has become a permanent, year-round feature in English hospitals, with patients routinely treated in cupboards and storerooms due to crippling capacity shortages.

Lil Nas X's Father Makes Emotional Plea From Jail

Exclusive: The father of global superstar Lil Nas X makes an emotional plea from behind bars, revealing his desperate wish to reconnect with his son following his latest arrest and mental health breakdown.

Brit arrested in Russia for 'disrespecting military' with T-shirt

The Mirror reveals the full story behind the arrest of British national Oliver Pugh in Moscow. Charged with 'disrespecting the military', his ordeal began with a T-shirt and led to a closed trial. Exclusive details on his case and the UK's response.

Fake Botox Sellers Face Two Years in UK Prison

The UK's medicines regulator issues a stern warning: individuals selling counterfeit Botox injections now face severe penalties, including up to two years imprisonment, as a dangerous black market for cosmetic treatments surges.

British Teen Caught with £420k Cannabis in Thailand

A 19-year-old British tourist's holiday in Thailand turned into a catastrophe after authorities at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport discovered a staggering 12kg of cannabis, worth over £420,000, hidden in his suitcases. The teen claims he was duped into bei

AFL Star Marlion Pickett Reveals Teenage Jail Stint

Exclusive: AFL premiership hero Marlion Pickett opens up about his traumatic youth, a 22-month prison sentence, and how football became his redemption. The Richmond star's journey from jail to the MCG is one of sport's most remarkable turnaround stories.

Female prison guard jailed for relationship with murderer

A female prison guard at the UK's largest Category C prison, HMP Berwyn, has been sentenced to prison for engaging in a prohibited relationship with a convicted double murderer. The full details of the scandal have been revealed in court.

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