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Brit Woman Jailed in Dubai Over WhatsApp Message

Mia O'Brien, a 32-year-old British businesswoman, is facing a terrifying ordeal in a Dubai prison after a private WhatsApp message to a friend about her ex-boyfriend's car led to a 'defamation' charge. Her family pleads for help as she endures harsh condi

Starmer pushes for Alaa Abd El-Fattah pardon in Sisi call

Prime Minister Keir Starmer raises the case of imprisoned blogger Alaa Abd El-Fattah in a high-stakes call with Egyptian President Sisi, sparking renewed hope for a potential pardon and release after years of detention.

World's Longest Flight: London to Sydney in 29 Hours

Qantas Airways has launched its groundbreaking 'Project Sunrise' with the first non-stop flight from London to Sydney, covering over 17,000km in just under 29 hours. Discover how this aviation marvel is changing long-haul travel forever.

Brit Jailed in Iran for a Decade on Spying Charges

Exclusive: The harrowing ten-year ordeal of a British family whose son, Anoosheh Ashoori, remains imprisoned in Iran on widely condemned espionage charges. A desperate plea for justice from a heartbroken mother and father.

Lukashenko pardons prisoners in US sanctions deal

In a startling diplomatic move, Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko has pardoned and released dozens of prisoners, including a British citizen, in a deal linked to the potential lifting of US sanctions. This article delves into the details of the agr

UK's Longest-Staying Rescue Dog Waits 644 Days for Home

An eight-year-old terrier named Teddy has become the UK's longest-staying rescue dog, spending 644 days in kennels at the RSPCA's Bath Cats and Dogs Home despite being described as a 'lovely boy' with a 'heart of gold'.

Ukraine-Russia Conduct Major Prisoner Exchange

In a significant move, Ukraine and Russia have conducted a major prisoner exchange, returning dozens of soldiers from each side. The deal, mediated by the UAE, highlights the human cost of the war and ongoing diplomatic efforts.

Brit Jailed in Dubai for 10 Months Over CBD Oil

Exclusive: Mia O'Brien, a British woman from Devon, details her terrifying 10-month imprisonment in a Dubai jail after airport officials found a CBD vape pen in her luggage. Her story exposes the severe legal risks travellers face in the UAE.

British student's Dubai prison torture nightmare

A British law student details his horrific 11-month ordeal in a Dubai prison, alleging torture, forced confessions, and a complete collapse of justice after a minor altercation.

British Mum's Damning Letter From Dubai Jail

A British mother jailed in Dubai for 'insulting' her ex-husband's new wife pens a harrowing letter detailing squalid conditions, medical neglect, and a desperate plea for help from UK authorities.

Giving Birth in Handcuffs: A Prisoner's Agony

A mother's harrowing account of being forced to give birth while handcuffed to a hospital bed, exposing the brutal reality of the UK's prison system for pregnant women.

The Global Tradition of Icing Your Beer

Discover the fascinating cultural history and practical science behind adding ice to beer, a practice cherished from Vietnam's bia hơi stalls to Costa Rica's pulperías, challenging Western purists.

Ailing Aung San Suu Kyi Held in Solitary by Myanmar Junta

The deposed leader of Myanmar, Aung San Suu Kyi, is being held in harsh solitary confinement by the military junta, despite suffering from a serious heart condition and other ailments, sparking international outrage.

Police tell family of prisoner's death by voicemail

Exclusive: The family of a deceased prisoner was informed of his death via a cold voicemail message, sparking outrage and a formal investigation into Thames Valley Police's shocking breach of protocol.

Aung San Suu Kyi Hospitalised from Myanmar Prison

Exclusive: Myanmar's ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been transferred to hospital from prison for urgent medical treatment, raising serious concerns about her health and detention conditions under the military junta.

British Mother's Georgia Jail Ordeal: Family's Plea

EXCLUSIVE: The family of Bella Culley, a British mother imprisoned in Tbilisi, Georgia, on drug charges, launch a desperate fundraising campaign to pay her legal fees and secure her freedom, claiming she was tricked into being a drug mule.

Pregnant Brit Jailed in Turkey Over Paracetamol

Exclusive: Pregnant Bella Culley faces a traumatic prison sentence after a mix-up with paracetamol, sparking outrage and calls for justice. Her story exposes a shocking failure in the legal system.

Lucy Lawless: From Xena Warrior to Director

Lucy Lawless, the iconic Kiwi actress who conquered global fame as Xena, opens up about her powerful transition to directing, her latest project 'The Longest Sunday', and her unflinching views on ageism and sexism in Hollywood. A must-read interview with

Brit in Iran Jail: Family's Anguish After Trump Comment

The family of British-Iranian national Morad Tahbaz, imprisoned in Iran, express deep concern after Donald Trump's controversial election remarks suggested he would not prioritise their loved one's release.

UK Prison System Failing on Rehabilitation, Report Warns

A damning new report reveals the catastrophic failure of the UK's prison system to rehabilitate inmates, leading to a vicious cycle of reoffending. Discover the urgent calls for a major overhaul focused on education, skills, and mental health support to t

84-Year-Old Sex Offender Brutally Murdered in Prison

An 84-year-old convicted sex offender, Michael Lynch, was found dead in his HMP Wakefield cell after a sustained and brutal attack, raising serious questions about prisoner safety and vigilante justice within the UK's high-security prison system.

Transgender neo-Nazi wins women's prison transfer case

A convicted neo-Nazi terrorist, who began identifying as a woman after being charged, has won a High Court battle to be transferred to a women's prison, sparking a major debate on justice system policies.

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