Louisiana National Guard Deploys to Middle East
The Pentagon has activated the Louisiana National Guard's 256th Infantry Brigade for an imminent deployment to the Middle East, signalling a major strategic shift as regional instability grows.
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Record number of offenders avoid court in Scotland
Exclusive figures reveal a dramatic surge in criminals being diverted from prosecution to social work schemes in Scotland, with over 34,000 cases recorded last year. Critics warn of a 'soft-touch' justice system as serious offenders, including those charg
LSU Marching Band Earns Grammy Nomination for Lullaby Album
Louisiana State University's Golden Band from Tigerland receives a surprise Grammy nod for their soothing lullaby album 'Touchdown for Tots', created to help infants sleep through the night.
Mother arrested after alligator kills toddler son
A Louisiana mother faces negligent homicide charges after her two-year-old son was killed by a large alligator in a New Orleans area swamp. The tragic incident has sparked a massive police investigation and a desperate search for the reptile.
Banksy claims new mural on London's Royal Courts of Justice
The enigmatic street artist Banksy has officially authenticated a powerful new piece on the walls of London's Royal Courts of Justice, depicting a child using a pressure washer to create a crimson spatter effect, in a classic critique of the justice syste
Banksy targets Royal Courts of Justice with new artwork
The anonymous street artist Banksy has claimed a new piece on the wall of the Royal Courts of Justice in London, featuring striking green paint splatters, in a move interpreted as a commentary on the UK justice system.
Forensic Watchdog Failing Wrongly Convicted, Experts Warn
A damning report reveals the Forensic Science Regulator lacks the expertise to properly assess miscarriages of justice, leaving innocent people trapped in prison. Experts demand urgent reform.
Yvette Cooper Appointed Justice Secretary in Starmer Cabinet
Labour veteran Yvette Cooper takes on the crucial Justice Secretary role in Keir Starmer's new government, tasked with reforming the UK's justice system and prisons.
DOJ Reviews Jury Trial System for England and Wales
The UK government is reviewing the jury trial system, with proposals to reduce jury sizes and limit complex cases. Discover the potential impact on justice.
LA Player Misses $1BN Powerball By One Number
A solitary Powerball player in Louisiana is one agonising number away from a life-changing $1 billion fortune. Discover the story behind the near-win that has the entire state talking.
Senator Warns of Radioactive Shrimp in Walmart Stores
Louisiana Senator John Kennedy raises national security alarm over radioactive shrimp allegedly sold at Walmart, demanding immediate FDA investigation into potential Chinese seafood contamination.
Minnesota Man Freed After 25-Year Wrongful Conviction
Bryan Hooper walks free after a quarter-century behind bars as Minnesota court overturns wrongful murder conviction, exposing systemic justice failures.
Trump Urges National Guard Deployment to Curb US Crime
Ex-President Donald Trump makes a controversial call for the military to tackle violent crime in New Orleans and other major US cities, echoing his hardline 2017 policies.
Judge denies bail reduction in New Orleans kidnapping case
A Louisiana judge has refused to reduce the $1.5m bond for Stanley Burkhardt, the man accused of the brazen kidnapping of a woman from a New Orleans street. The decision comes amid serious public safety concerns and new evidence presented by prosecutors.
Noem: Angola Prison Chosen for Immigrants Due to Notoriety
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem alleges the Biden administration deliberately chose the infamous Louisiana State Penitentiary, known as 'Angola', to house immigration detainees due to its fearsome reputation, raising serious human rights concerns.
UK Jury System Review Amid Bias Concerns in Protest Trials
A major review of the UK's jury system is underway, sparked by concerns over juror bias in politically charged trials. The Law Commission is investigating potential reforms to ensure fair trials in an era of heightened activism.
UK Overhauls Sentencing: New Powers to Challenge Lenient Sentences
The UK Sentencing Council gains significant new powers, allowing it to proactively refer unduly lenient sentences to the Court of Appeal for review, marking a major shift in criminal justice policy.
Savannah Chrisley's White House Meeting for Prison Reform
Reality TV star Savannah Chrisley takes her family's fight for justice to the highest office, meeting with White House officials to advocate for sweeping prison reform and share her personal story.
Louisiana Judge and Ex-Priest Face Federal Obscenity Charges
A former Catholic priest and a Louisiana judge face federal charges for allegedly conspiring to possess obscene material involving minors. The shocking case reveals a dark intersection of power, religion, and technology.
Fury as Criminals Dodge Court by Refusing Fiscal Fines
Exclusive data reveals thousands of offenders in Scotland, including those accused of assault and domestic abuse, are avoiding court by rejecting initial 'fiscal fines' and having their cases dropped entirely, sparking outrage from victims' groups.
Flesh-Eating Bacteria Outbreak in Louisiana Kills Two
A deadly Vibrio vulnificus outbreak in Louisiana has claimed two lives. Health officials issue urgent warnings about the risks of consuming raw shellfish and exposing wounds to warm seawater.
New Orleans Sinking Faster Than Previously Estimated
Exclusive: Startling new research from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration indicates the land around New Orleans is sinking far faster than previously estimated, posing a grave threat to the Gulf Coast's future.
Alcatraz Immigration Centre Emptied in Rebuke of Trump
In an unprecedented move, the 'Alcatraz' immigration detention centre has been completely emptied of its inmates. The mass transfer of detainees is seen as a direct and dramatic reversal of the previous administration's hardline immigration policies, sign
Epping Forest Double Murder Convictions Overturned After 41 Years
The Court of Appeal quashes the 41-year-old murder convictions of two men in a shocking miscarriage of justice case from Epping Forest, citing 'lurid' and unreliable cell confession evidence.
Toddler killed in Louisiana alligator attack
A family outing in New Orleans turns to tragedy as a two-year-old boy is killed in a rare alligator attack. The search for the child ended in devastation.
Mother shot dead in Louisiana road rage horror
A tragic road rage incident in Louisiana ends in the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Katelynn Strate, leaving her two young children traumatised. Authorities are hunting for the gunman.
New Orleans Sinking at Alarming Rate, Research Finds
New research reveals parts of New Orleans are sinking at a rate of up to two inches per year, posing a severe threat to the city's future and flood defences.
Trump Enacts Cashless Bail Order Transforming US Justice System
In a seismic shift for America's judicial landscape, former President Donald Trump has enacted a groundbreaking executive order to eliminate cash bail, a move set to dramatically alter the US prison system and spark fierce national debate on justice and p
Soft Justice Bill: Thousands to Dodge Prison
Exclusive: A landmark new Bill will see prison sentences under 12 months scrapped in England and Wales, allowing tens of thousands of offenders to avoid jail each year. Critics blast the move as a 'dangerous experiment' in soft justice.
MPs slam government over 'unacceptable' court delays
MPs from across the House of Commons unite in fury as the government fails to deliver on its promise to establish a new court for England and Wales, citing 'unacceptable' delays and demanding urgent action from the Justice Secretary.
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