Death row survivor describes botched 22-minute execution
Kenneth Eugene Smith describes the horrific 22-minute botched execution where officials struggled to find a vein for lethal injection before abandoning the procedure.
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Scientists attempt to rear butterflies from frozen eggs
In a world-first conservation effort, British researchers are attempting to rear rare swallowtail butterflies from eggs frozen in liquid nitrogen, offering new hope for endangered species preservation.
Female Death Row Inmate Faces Execution After 30 Years
Christina Pike, Tennessee's longest-serving female death row prisoner, could finally face execution after three decades for the brutal 1992 murder of a teenage acquaintance. New developments suggest her time may be running out.
Female death row inmate faces execution after 28 years
Christa Pike, convicted of a brutal 1995 murder, could become the first woman executed in Tennessee since 1820 as court sets February 2025 date in shocking campus killing case.
Gas explosion causes Manhattan apartment collapse, injuries reported
Emergency services respond to major incident in New York City after suspected gas explosion causes partial building collapse with several people hospitalised.
British Gas £2,000 energy grants for vulnerable households
British Gas announces £2,000 energy efficiency grants for vulnerable households struggling with bills - find out if you're eligible for this crucial financial assistance.
Florida executes Victor Jones after 32 years on death row
Victor Jones, convicted of the brutal 1992 murder of 34-year-old Teresa McVay, has been executed by lethal injection in Florida. The victim's daughter watched as justice was finally served after 32 years.
Death Row Killer's Final Two Words Before Execution
Convicted murderer Ivan Cantu maintained his innocence until his final breath in Texas execution chamber, claiming 'I'm innocent' as his last words before lethal injection
Florida executes Victor Tony Jones for 1995 murder
Florida carries out lethal injection execution of Victor Tony Jones for 1995 murder, marking state's second execution this year amid ongoing death penalty debates.
Secret Spy Plot Against Mary Queen of Scots Revealed
Declassified papers expose Sir Francis Walsingham's elaborate espionage operation that led to the Scottish monarch's execution, uncovering one of history's most dramatic royal betrayals.
Ruth Ellis: The Tragic Family History Behind the Headlines
Newly unearthed documents reveal the heartbreaking family history of Ruth Ellis, the last woman executed in Britain, exposing decades of tragedy that preceded the infamous murder.
Texas executes Geoffrey West for 1998 murder
Geoffrey West has been executed in Texas for the 1998 murder of Margaret Berry. His final appeal to the Supreme Court was denied, marking the state's third execution this year.
British couple freed from Afghanistan feared execution
A British couple detained in Afghanistan for months describe their harrowing ordeal, revealing they genuinely feared execution by the Taliban regime before their unexpected release.
Marie Antoinette's Guillotine Displayed at V&A Museum
A new exhibition at London's V&A Museum unveils the original 1793 guillotine blade that ended Marie Antoinette's life, offering a poignant and visceral insight into the French Revolution's most infamous execution.
Trump's Video Suggests Executing Drug Smugglers
Former US President Donald Trump has sparked outrage by sharing a video that appears to advocate for the execution of drug smugglers, drawing criticism from human rights groups and political opponents.
Tech tycoon in bizarre 'deer execution' feud at RAF base
Millionaire tech pioneer Mike Lynch, awaiting US extradition, accuses local estate of a 'deer execution' on his disused RAF base property. The bizarre dispute unveils a high-stakes countryside conflict.
Family Annihilator Begs Judge for Death Penalty
Exclusive: Chilling court confession of triple murderer Christopher Scarver, who butchered his own family in a fit of rage, as he begs the state for execution, claiming prison is a 'torturous existence'.
Major Gas Leak Forces Sydney CBD Evacuation
A major gas leak has triggered a large-scale emergency response in Sydney's central business district, forcing evacuations and causing significant disruption. Read the latest updates.
Death Row Inmate's Chilling Final Words: 'Let's Ride'
An Alabama death row inmate uttered the haunting phrase 'Let's ride' moments before a 'botched' lethal injection that took over an hour to complete, sparking renewed outrage over capital punishment in the US.
Florida executes inmate David Pittman amid lethal injection row
The US state of Florida has carried out the execution of David Pittman for the 2003 murder of his 23-year-old neighbour. The controversial case saw his final meal request denied as he became the ninth inmate put to death this year.
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.
Taliban carries out public executions in Afghanistan
The Taliban has publicly executed two men and flogged 14 others in northern Afghanistan's Balkh province, marking a severe return to Sharia law punishments and raising major human rights concerns.
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.
Sydney Restaurant Gas Leak Sparks Major Evacuation
A major gas leak at a popular Sydney restaurant forced a large-scale emergency evacuation, with multiple casualties and a significant emergency service response in Riverstone.
Gas Leak Forces Sydney Restaurant Evacuation in Riverstone
A major gas leak at a Sydney restaurant forced mass evacuations and triggered a large-scale emergency service response. Read the full details of the Riverstone incident.
ISIS Jailer's Chilling Confession on James Foley
In a chilling prison interview, convicted ISIS terrorist Alexanda Kotey reveals he prayed with American journalist James Foley before his brutal execution, claiming Foley found 'some solace in God' in his final moments.
Death Row Inmate Orders 40 McDonald's Burgers in Final Meal
A Missouri death row inmate's bizarre final meal request of 40 burgers from McDonald's precedes a stunning last-minute confession to two additional murders, sending shockwaves through the justice system.
Gov Backs Centrica to Expand Gas Storage for Energy Security
The UK Government has brokered a landmark agreement with Centrica, owner of British Gas, to reopen the Rough gas storage facility. This strategic move aims to bolster the UK's energy security and stabilise household bills for millions.
Major Gas Explosion Destroys House in Bradford Street
A massive gas explosion has devastated a house on a residential street in Bradford, prompting a major emergency response. Emergency services are on the scene as residents are evacuated.
Kim Jong Un Executes Citizens for 'Anti-Socialist' Behaviour
North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un has ordered a brutal wave of public executions targeting citizens for minor offences, from sharing South Korean media to possessing Bibles, in a terrifying new crackdown on 'anti-socialist behaviour', according to chillin
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