Category : Prisons


Karachi Plaza Fire Death Toll Rises to 67

The death toll from a devastating shopping plaza fire in Karachi has increased to 67 after recovery teams discovered more remains. Officials confirm identification challenges as investigation continues.

Bristol Painter Dies in Flag-Hanging Ladder Accident

A 61-year-old painter and decorator from Bristol died after falling from a ladder while attaching a Union flag to a lamppost after watching a football match and consuming alcohol, an inquest has heard.

New £400m Prison in Crisis Over Safety Failures

Britain's newest prison, HMP Millsike, is already facing a crisis with guards failing to secure gates, high violence, and drug availability, inspectors warn just months after opening.

Quad Bike Hero Leads Rescue After Spanish Train Crash

Gonzalo Sánchez, a 43-year-old lottery seller, spent six hours using his quad bike to ferry rescuers and victims through treacherous terrain after a devastating train collision near Córdoba that killed at least 41 people.

Karachi Plaza Fire: Fourth Day Search as Hopes Fade

Rescue efforts continue into the fourth day after a devastating fire at Karachi's Gul Plaza, with hopes fading for dozens still missing as authorities recover remains and use heavy machinery to clear collapsed sections.

Gig-theatre show explores life after prison

A powerful new Scottish gig-theatre production, 'A Giant on the Bridge', uses songs co-written by ex-prisoners to reveal the hard truths of life after release. Premiering in 2024, it tours Scotland next month.

Netflix star Anthony Lister stabbed by cellmate in jail

Artist Anthony Lister reveals he was stabbed with a pen by a cellmate while in custody. The 'Have You Seen the Listers?' star describes 83 traumatic days behind bars after being acquitted of sexual assault charges.

Guatemala state of emergency after police killings

Guatemala's president declares a 30-day state of emergency after eight police officers are killed and dozens taken hostage in coordinated prison gang attacks. Authorities regain control.

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