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UK Smacking Ban: Celebrities Clash Over Child Discipline Laws
The long-standing legal defence of 'reasonable punishment' for physical discipline of children faces potential abolition across all UK nations, sparking heated debate between supporters and opponents including prominent public figures.
Celebrities back UK smacking ban as England considers reform
Prominent figures including Michael Caine and Alan Shearer join calls to end physical punishment of children as England considers following Wales and Scotland's lead.
Florida and Texas lead US execution surge
American states accelerate death penalty executions with Florida and Texas at the forefront, while Donald Trump advocates for expanded capital punishment.
Texas death row inmate granted stay in shaken baby case
Robert Roberson, convicted of killing his daughter in 2002, wins temporary reprieve as courts re-examine shaken baby syndrome evidence amid growing scientific debate.
Iran executes women for resisting domestic abuse
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking rise in executions of Iranian women who fought back against violent partners, as regime intensifies crackdown on women's rights
Man wins 26-year legal battle for longest street name property
After more than two decades of legal disputes, a British man has secured the title to his remarkable property featuring the world's longest street address in a landmark property case.
Supreme Court halts Texas execution in SBS case
The US Supreme Court has granted a last-minute stay of execution for Robert Roberson, a Texas man convicted of killing his daughter based on disputed Shaken Baby Syndrome evidence. The case highlights growing scientific debate about the controversial diag
Indiana executes mentally ill inmate amid human rights concerns
Human rights organisations condemn the execution of Michael Dale Smith in Indiana, raising serious questions about mental health and capital punishment in America's justice system.
AFL's Bailey Smith suspension sparks conspiracy theories
The AFL's handling of Bailey Smith's suspension has ignited fierce debate and conspiracy theories among supporters, with many questioning the timing and transparency of the disciplinary process.
South Carolina Court Allows Lethal Injection Executions
In a groundbreaking decision, South Carolina's highest court has authorised the state to proceed with lethal injection executions, dismissing claims of 'torturous' suffering in a ruling that could restart the state's capital punishment programme.
Texas execution challenged over psychopathy test validity
A controversial psychopathy assessment becomes the centre of a legal battle as Texas prepares to execute Scott Panetti, raising urgent questions about mental health and capital punishment.
Death Row Horror: Botched Execution Leaves Inmate in Agony
Shocking details emerge as a death row inmate survives botched lethal injection procedure, raising serious questions about execution methods and human rights in the US justice system.
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.
No-fault divorce revolution transforms UK marriage laws
Groundbreaking reforms to marriage laws will introduce no-fault divorce in England and Wales, ending the blame game and reducing conflict for separating couples. Discover how this historic change will modernise family courts.
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.
Court finds issues with NSW Police strip searches
A landmark court ruling has exposed systemic issues with NSW Police strip search practices, prompting urgent calls for reform and raising serious human rights concerns.
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
Army sergeant punished for 3am trainee ironing party
A British Army sergeant is facing disciplinary action after ordering trainee soldiers to iron their uniforms in the middle of the night during an unofficial party, raising serious questions about military conduct and welfare standards.
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.
NSW Police Commissioner Faces Resignation Calls Over Leadership
Pressure mounts on NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb as senior officers and political figures question her leadership following controversial remarks and case management.
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.
Lawyer Reveals Your Rights to Prune a Neighbour's Tree
A property lawyer explains the legal dos and don'ts of dealing with overhanging branches from a neighbour's garden, including when you can prune and who keeps the cuttings.
Singapore orders caning for Malaysian visa overstayer
Singapore's High Court has reinstated a caning sentence for a Malaysian man who overstayed his visa, overturning a lower court's ruling. The decision, condemned by Amnesty International, highlights the city-state's strict immigration enforcement.
Mum pays £3k after mother-in-law's wedding sabotage
A bride's mother was forced to pay £3,000 after her mother-in-law secretly invited 12 extra guests, then cancelled their flights when told they weren't welcome. The shocking family feud erupted just weeks before the wedding.
Death Penalty Sought in Utah Child Murder Case
Prosecutors seek capital punishment for Erika Kirk and Tyler Robinson over the brutal killing of 4-year-old Athena Strand, in a case that has shocked Utah.
Jay Slater's Mum Calls for New Law Against Online Trolls
The grieving mother of Jay Slater is campaigning for a radical new law to crack down on online conspiracy theorists and armchair detectives who spread malicious misinformation about missing persons cases.
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