Woman Found After 27 Years Locked Away
A woman was discovered emaciated and days from death after being locked in a room for 27 years by her parents in Poland. Discover the shocking details of her ordeal.
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Algeria pardons writer Boualem Sansal after German appeal
Algeria pardons 81-year-old writer Boualem Sansal, allowing his transfer to Germany for cancer treatment. A diplomatic resolution ends his imprisonment for criticising the regime.
Mumbai terror attack mastermind Jundal gets life sentence
Key 26/11 Mumbai attack conspirator Abu Jundal receives life sentence for his role in the 2008 terror siege that killed 166 people, following an extensive legal process.
Jailed activist coordinates RAF protests from prison
Exclusive: Imprisoned activist Huda Ammori continues to direct anti-Israel demonstrations targeting RAF sites while serving sentence for conspiracy to cause criminal damage
French cyclist details Russian prison ordeal
Professional cyclist Sofiane Sehili reveals shocking details of his 10-day imprisonment in Russia after border dispute during global tour. Read his incredible survival story.
AI Cures Writer's Block Says Bloomsbury Chief
Leading publisher Bloomsbury reveals how artificial intelligence is transforming the creative process for authors, helping overcome creative hurdles while raising questions about literature's future.
Feminist writer Susan Griffin dies at 78
Celebrated feminist author and cultural historian Susan Griffin, whose groundbreaking work reshaped modern feminist thought, has passed away at 78, leaving behind a powerful literary legacy.
Asylum seeker wrongly imprisoned for 16 months
Hadush Kebatu, an Eritrean asylum seeker, was released from Chelmsford Prison after spending 16 months behind bars due to a case of mistaken identity, sparking serious questions about Home Office procedures.
French couple jailed for 5-year garage imprisonment ordeal
Shocking case emerges of a woman imprisoned in a garage for five years by French couple who subjected her to horrific conditions including detergent-laced food and bleach washing.
Met Police apologises to Father Ted writer in free speech row
London's Metropolitan Police faces mounting criticism after issuing an apology to Graham Linehan for recording a 'hate incident' based on gender-critical tweets, sparking fresh concerns about free speech and policing priorities.
Met Police drops Graham Linehan anti-trans investigation
The Metropolitan Police has closed its case against Father Ted creator Graham Linehan following a complaint about social media posts, citing insufficient evidence of criminality.
Graham Linehan questioned by police at Heathrow Airport
Comedy writer Graham Linehan detained by Metropolitan Police officers at Heathrow Airport following social media complaints about his gender critical views.
Graham Linehan detained by police at Heathrow Airport
Father Ted creator held for hours by Metropolitan Police following social media dispute, sparking free speech concerns and political backlash.
Police drop case against Father Ted creator Linehan
Comedy writer Graham Linehan announces no further action will be taken regarding his social media posts after police investigation concludes.
Police drop Graham Linehan trans posts investigation
Comedy writer Graham Linehan announces police will take no further action after investigation into his social media activity regarding transgender issues, sparking free speech debates.
Linehan cleared in police probe over tweets
Father Ted creator will face no further action after investigation into tweets deemed 'anti-trans' by critics, marking another victory for free speech advocates.
Beijing courier becomes bestselling author overnight
Discover the incredible journey of Hu Anyan, a Beijing delivery driver whose writings about his daily experiences became an overnight publishing phenomenon and viral success story.
Sally Wainwright's Must-Watch TV Dramas Revealed
Discover the brilliant television dramas from acclaimed writer Sally Wainwright, from Happy Valley to Gentleman Jack and beyond. Your ultimate guide to must-watch British television.
Lesley Cookman, Libby Sarjeant Author, Dies at 77
Remembering Lesley Cookman, the beloved British author who brought the charming village of Steeple Martin to life through her acclaimed Libby Sarjeant mystery series.
Labour accused over Gerry Adams and IRA prisoner claims
The Labour Party confronts explosive allegations of enabling former Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams to clear his path for hundreds of convicted IRA terrorists seeking wrongful imprisonment compensation in a major legal battle.
80s Heartthrob Andrew McCarthy's Stunning Transformation
From Brat Pack pin-up to distinguished travel writer: Andrew McCarthy's journey from Hollywood fame to literary success reveals a star who found his true calling far from the spotlight.
Big Brother star jailed for petrol bomb attack
Former reality TV contestant Imogen Townley sentenced to 28 months for orchestrating Molotov cocktail attack on her ex-boyfriend's Birmingham nightclub after bitter breakup.
Life sentence for Kirchner assassination attempt
A Buenos Aires court has sentenced Fernando Sabag Montiel to life imprisonment for the attempted assassination of former President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner in a landmark ruling that shook Argentine politics.
Prison columnist Erwin James drowned in marina
Former prisoner-turned-journalist Erwin James, celebrated for his transformative writing about prison life, drowned in a Devon marina accident, coroner confirms.
Wicker Man: Secret Letters Reveal Director-Writer Feud
Newly uncovered correspondence exposes the bitter creative clash between director Robin Hardy and writer Anthony Shaffer during the making of the cult horror classic The Wicker Man.
Secret tunnel found in Salzburg mansion with Porsche-Zweig links
A mysterious underground tunnel has been discovered beneath a Salzburg mansion once owned by Porsche heir Louise Piech, revealing hidden connections to celebrated Jewish writer Stefan Zweig in a startling historical revelation.
Caribbean's first serial killer gets life sentence
A French court in Guadeloupe has sentenced the Caribbean's first documented serial killer to life imprisonment for the murders of four women, marking a watershed moment for regional justice.
Mail Writer Shaun Usher Dies Aged 88
The literary world mourns the loss of Shaun Usher, celebrated Daily Mail writer and author, who passed away peacefully at 88, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in British journalism.
Vengeful ex lures boys to attic prison in twisted plot
A woman's twisted revenge plot saw her imprison two teenage boys in a makeshift attic cell after luring them with false promises in a case that has horrified the nation.
Florida father wrongly jailed for 43 days in identity mix-up
Samuel Vasquez, a Jacksonville father, was wrongly imprisoned for over six weeks after police confused him with a different Samuel with the same surname in a shocking case of mistaken identity that highlights systemic failures.
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