A convicted California child molester serving a 400-year sentence has been murdered in prison, highlighting the dangers sex offenders face behind bars. Lawrence Joseph Sharpe was attacked at Wasco State Prison.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer faces criticism after visiting HMP Liverpool and HMP Hindley, with opponents questioning his motives ahead of the general election. The controversial visit has ignited debates about prison conditions and political opportunis
EXCLUSIVE: Christopher Vail, the former teacher convicted of horrific rapes, has been found dead in his prison cell in what authorities suspect was suicide, ending a case that shocked the community.
The Vatican announces cancellation of Pope Francis's upcoming diplomatic visit to Turkey and Lebanon, citing medical advice for the 87-year-old pontiff's wellbeing.
Shocking prison violence erupts during recreational game at Canberra's Alexander Maconochie Centre, leaving one inmate with severe ear injuries after alleged biting incident during volleyball match.
Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated drone operations delivering contraband including diabetes medication Mounjaro used for weight loss and cosmetic products to prisoners across British jails.
A female prison officer at HMP Lowdham Grange has been sentenced after smuggling a mobile phone to a convicted murderer, exposing serious security failures within the UK prison system.
A damning report reveals shocking failures at Pentonville Prison where three prisoners took their own lives while staff supposed to be on 24-hour suicide watch were found asleep, reading, or absent from their posts.
Convicted child sex offender Varun Suresh meets violent end in California prison cell as fellow inmate David Brimmer takes justice into his own hands in shocking prison killing.
In a historic move, UK prison officers are to be equipped with Tasers and enhanced body armour to combat an 'unprecedented' surge in attacks by inmates, as new figures reveal a dramatic rise in assaults.
Exclusive details emerge on the planning for Donald Trump's potential state visit to the UK, exploring his complex and surprisingly cordial relationship with King Charles III.
Speculation mounts as Donald Trump's allies, including Charlie Kirk, hint at a potential UK state visit should he win the November election. Explore the diplomatic implications and reactions.
Exclusive details on Donald Trump's formal state visit to Windsor Castle, where King Charles III hosted the former US President for tea and a historic honour ceremony, marking his first UK trip since leaving office.
A prisoner at HMP Frankland has been charged with murder after a fellow inmate was found dead in his cell. The victim, serving a life sentence, was discovered with serious injuries.
Exclusive insight reveals why Buckingham Palace officials, not Theresa May, made the pivotal decision to offer Trump a ceremonial welcome at Windsor, not London, marking a significant diplomatic downgrade for the controversial US President.
Exclusive: Donald Trump is planning a significant return to the UK, with sources indicating a potential meeting with the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, and key political figures, stirring both anticipation and controversy.
A cheeky toddler's priceless reaction to Donald Trump's motorcade in the UK has gone viral, capturing the nation's heart and overshadowing the formal diplomatic event.
Exclusive details and video emerge from Donald Trump's private state visit to the UK, where he received a hero's welcome at Windsor and hinted at a political comeback, overshadowing current US leadership.
Exclusive: Donald Trump's lavish entourage and unprecedented security demands for his Scotland visit are set to cost British taxpayers a staggering £35 million, sparking fierce criticism from MPs and taxpayers alike.
As Donald Trump prepares for his controversial UK visit, political analysts debate whether this presents Prime Minister Keir Starmer with a strategic distraction from domestic challenges or a diplomatic minefield. Exclusive podcast insights reveal the com
Exclusive figures obtained by The Independent unveil the multi-million pound price tag for the controversial state visit, with policing costs soaring into the millions.
Exclusive: Prisons across England and Wales face devastating cuts of up to 50% to education and rehabilitation programmes, sparking warnings of increased reoffending rates and prison violence.
Exclusive details reveal Donald Trump's upcoming UK visit has been classified as a State Visit, granting him full ceremonial honours at Windsor Castle. The controversial move signals warming UK-US relations ahead of potential political comeback.
A young student's unexpected and witty response to the Princess of Wales during a school engagement in England has charmed the nation, showcasing a delightful moment of royal spontaneity.
A bombshell report exposes systemic corruption within Scotland's prison service, revealing how organised crime gangs are exploiting staff to smuggle drugs and contraband, creating a national security emergency behind bars.
The family of a murdered prison officer speaks out, claiming the system failed to protect him after he reported a colleague's illicit affair with a high-risk inmate, leading to a brutal street execution.
Disgraced socialite Ghislaine Maxwell has been quietly transferred from her brutal Brooklyn jail to a low-security Florida prison camp, sparking outrage among victims and critics.
EXCLUSIVE: Chilling details emerge as a hitman is jailed for the execution-style murder of a prison officer who reported an inappropriate relationship, exposing a web of corruption and violence within Britain's high-security prison system.
Former prisoners reveal the brutal reality of life behind bars in Britain's jails, from shocking food shortages and rampant violence to the ingenious ways inmates survive. An exclusive investigation into the UK's prison crisis.
Shocking Ministry of Justice data reveals more than two prisoners per day are hospitalised after taking potent synthetic drug cocktails in UK jails, with 'Spice' incidents soaring by 40% in a year.