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.
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Fire worker wins unfair dismissal case over Tesco altercation
A London Fire Brigade employee dismissed for gross misconduct after a Tesco altercation has been awarded nearly £12,000 for unfair dismissal, with a tribunal ruling the sanction was disproportionate.
ABC pays huge payout after illegal sacking of journalist
The Australian Broadcasting Corporation has been ordered to make a significant compensation payment to presenter Antoinette Lattouf, after the Fair Work Commission found she was illegally dismissed just three days into a temporary role following complaint
Foodhub loses tribunal over Egypt remote work dismissal
An employment tribunal rules against Foodhub for unfair dismissal after the company fired an employee for working remotely from Egypt without authorisation, sparking debate on modern work practices.
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.
Mastermind Fury: Clive Myrie's 'Harsh' Ruling Robs Contestant
BBC Mastermind host Clive Myrie faces backlash after a controversial ruling denies contestant Gareth Jones a potential win. Viewers brand the decision 'unfair' as Jones loses crucial points on a technicality.
Subway manager wins unfair dismissal case over leftover food
A Melbourne Subway manager unfairly dismissed for allowing employees to eat leftover sandwiches at the end of their shift has been awarded compensation in a landmark fair work case.
Sacked for working from Egypt? Boss wins £61k
A British sales executive has been awarded over £61,000 in an unfair dismissal case after his employer fired him for working from a villa in Egypt without permission.
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.
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.
US Supreme Court Abolishes Death Penalty in Landmark Ruling
In a landmark decision, the US Supreme Court has abolished the death penalty, a move championed by lawyers for death row inmate Luigi Mangione. The ruling, citing 'cruel and unusual punishment,' marks a seismic shift in American justice.
Death Row Inmate Luigi Mangione Dies of Natural Causes
Luigi Mangione, a Missouri inmate sentenced to death for a 2005 double murder, has died of natural causes in prison, circumventing his scheduled 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.
Firm fined £55k over 'unwise' office gender identity chat
A UK employment tribunal has delivered a landmark ruling, ordering an IT firm to pay over £55,000 in compensation after an employee was unfairly dismissed following 'unwise' office discussions about gender identity. The judge highlighted the severe risks
School punishes daughter for skirt, sparking parent fury
A UK school faces backlash after a student was allegedly placed in isolation for wearing the wrong skirt, sparking a heated debate on uniform policies and student rights.
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.
Starbucks Accused of Illegally Firing Union Organisers
Starbucks faces a major legal and PR crisis as US labour officials allege the coffee chain illegally fired over 20 employees across multiple states for their union organising efforts.
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.
First Images of Navalny's Arctic Punishment Cell Emerge
Chilling photographs from Alexei Navalny's Arctic penal colony reveal the brutal conditions inside his 'punishment cell' just moments before his death, as his widow presents new evidence alleging he was poisoned.
Pregnant nurse sues GP brother for unfair dismissal
A pregnant nurse is taking her GP brother to an employment tribunal after he dismissed her from the family-run clinic, claiming he tried to 'soften the blow' by not explicitly telling her she was sacked. The case exposes a bitter family and professional r
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.
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.
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.
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.
Barclays charges £100 fee for 67p overdraft
A Barclays customer was left in shock after being charged a staggering £100 fee for a minuscule 67p overdraft. Read the full story of this banking scandal and how to protect yourself from similar charges.
Uni Melb Prof Fights Dismissal in Academic Freedom Case
Professor Eric Descheemaeker argues his controversial emails were protected political speech as a landmark unfair dismissal case unfolds in the Federal Court, testing the limits of academic freedom in Australia.
Restaurant boss fined £150k for 'disgusting' worker act
A Melbourne restaurant owner has been fined a staggering £150,000 after a tribunal found he committed a 'disgusting' act of workplace bullying against a female employee, setting a major precedent for workers' rights.
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