Synthetic Opioids Crisis in Barlinnie Prison Documentary
A new BBC documentary reveals the deadly impact of synthetic opioids in Scotland's Barlinnie prison, with inmates overdosing and staff facing unpredictable violence.
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Young Adult Life Sentences Double in Decade, Report Reveals
The number of 18-20 year olds receiving life or indeterminate sentences in England and Wales has nearly doubled from 30 in 2014 to 50 in 2024, with 6% now serving life terms.
Texas Inmate Faces Execution After Prosecutors Used Rap Lyrics
James Broadnax, on death row in Texas for 16 years, faces execution on April 30. Prosecutors used his rap lyrics to argue 'future dangerousness,' sparking a Supreme Court appeal backed by music industry figures.
Jackie O Sues Former Radio Station for $82m Over Termination
Jackie 'O' Henderson has launched a legal action seeking over $82 million in compensation from KIIS FM's licence holder, alleging wrongful termination after bullying complaints against co-host Kyle Sandilands.
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Radar Device Aims to Reduce Rising Prison Deaths
A new radar device called VisionRF remotely monitors inmate breathing and heart rates to help tackle the growing number of deaths in custody across Scotland and England.
Divorce Costs Soar: Expert Tips to Reduce Legal Fees
Legal and financial experts reveal practical strategies for managing divorce expenses, from unbundled retainers to alternative dispute resolution, helping couples navigate separation more affordably.
Unduly Lenient Sentence Scheme: Double Murderer Gets Life
The Unduly Lenient Sentence Scheme allows sentences to be referred to the Court of Appeal for review. Shaine March's case shows how it works in practice.
Whole Life Order for Killer Who Murdered Pregnant Girlfriend
Shaine March, who stabbed his pregnant girlfriend to death while on licence for a previous murder, has had his sentence changed to a whole life order after judges ruled his original term was unduly lenient.
Skydiving Tragedy: Video Shows Joy Before Fatal Entanglement
A confronting video captures a skydiver's grin moments before he and his instructor died in a 2021 accident at Goulburn airport. The flight school and its director were found guilty of safety breaches.
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Funeral Director Crushed by Scissor Lift in Norfolk Parlour
Sally Blundell, 58, tragically died after being trapped in a hydraulic scissor lift mechanism at an East of England Co-op Funeral Services branch in Swaffham.
Prison Inmates Moan About Weight Gain from Carb-Heavy Food
A report into HMP New Hall in West Yorkshire reveals inmates transferred to the prison, including serial killer Rose West, are complaining about weight gain due to a diet heavy in carbohydrates like chips, pies, and pizza.
Gary Glitter 'On His Last Legs' in Prison
Convicted paedophile pop star Gary Glitter is reportedly in poor health, confined to his cell for up to 23 hours daily, and facing mounting legal troubles while serving time at HMP Channings Wood.
Idaho Orders Probe into Prison Staff Sexual Abuse Allegations
Following investigative reporting exposing systemic failures, Idaho lawmakers have mandated an independent review of sexual misconduct handling in women's prisons, focusing on prevention and accountability.
Saleswoman Faces Jail for Faking Cancer Notes in Tribunal
Louise Gallagher, 50, admitted perverting justice by forging doctor's notes about cancer and police emails in false sexual harassment claims against two employers.
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Off Duty: The Sentence - Family's Fight Against Life Imprisonment
Alex's life sentence in prison has ensnared Jennifer and Eric, who feel trapped by the case's pervasive impact. In a breakthrough, they uncover a mysterious disc that could change everything.
Man Freed After 19 Years for Wrongful Robbery Conviction
Kenneth Windley, 61, has been exonerated and freed after nearly two decades in prison for a $550 robbery he did not commit, following new evidence and confessions.
Nursery Worker Jailed 24 Years for Child Abuse in Bristol
Nathan Bennett, a nursery worker in Bristol, has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for raping and sexually abusing five young children aged two and three at Partou King Street nursery.
Kenya's LGBTQ+ Community Hit by Harsh Prison Sentences
Kenya's LGBTQ+ community is under attack as new laws impose severe prison sentences on gay men, sparking outrage and fears of increased persecution.
Judge Orders Camp Mystic to Preserve Flood-Damaged Cabins
A Texas judge has ruled that Camp Mystic must preserve cabins and grounds damaged in last year's deadly flood, following a lawsuit by a family whose daughter remains missing.
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Inmate: Guard Discussed Cover-Up of Epstein's Jail Death
An inmate told the FBI he heard prison guard Tova Noel discussing covering up Jeffrey Epstein's death in a New York jail. The claim fuels ongoing questions about the financier's 2019 hanging.
Soham Murderer Ian Huntley Dies in Prison Attack
Ian Huntley, convicted of murdering 10-year-olds Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman in 2002, has died following a brutal assault in prison. The case shocked Britain and exposed vetting failures.
Alabama Man Seeks Clemency Ahead of Execution for 1991 Robbery
Charles 'Sonny' Burton, 75, faces execution for a 1991 robbery where another man killed the victim. He appeals for clemency as supporters argue against his death sentence.
Young Brits Embrace Prenups, Fueling National Marriage Debate
A significant rise in pre-nuptial agreements among Generation Z couples in Britain is challenging traditional views on marriage. The Morning Mail poll invites readers to share their opinions on this evolving trend.
Camp Mystic Reopening Blocked by Family in Texas Court
A Texas judge hears evidence on whether Camp Mystic should stay closed after 27 deaths in catastrophic floods, as a family seeks to preserve evidence for a lawsuit.
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Prisoners Handcuffed During Childbirth: 'Barbaric' Practice
Pregnant women prisoners are being handcuffed during labour and intimate examinations, with no official data collected. An investigation has been announced amid legal challenges and human rights concerns.
Ian Huntley's Mum Breaks Silence After Prison Attack
Lynda Richards, 71, secretly visited her son Ian Huntley after he was battered with a metal bar in prison, with sources claiming she hopes he doesn't survive.
Serial Child Molester Freed Under California Parole Program
David Allen Funston, convicted of 16 counts of kidnapping and child molestation in 1999, is set for release under California's controversial Elderly Parole Program, sparking outrage among Republicans.
Ghislaine Maxwell's Prison Hygiene and Special Treatment Revealed
A former cellmate claims Ghislaine Maxwell rarely showered in prison, while a whistleblower alleges she receives preferential treatment at her new Texas facility.
Parole Board Reviews Charles Bronson's Bid for Freedom
The Parole Board is reviewing the case of Charles Bronson, Britain's most notorious prisoner, who has taken 11 hostages in nine incidents and is serving a life sentence for a 1999 art teacher kidnapping.
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Florida Executes 65-Year-Old for 1986 Grocery Store Murder
Melvin Trotter, 65, was executed by lethal injection in Florida for the 1986 murder of Virgie Langford. His attorneys argued his age should exempt him from execution.
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