A Peruvian national has been arrested at Bali's Ngurah Rai Airport for attempting to smuggle over 3kg of cocaine, a crime punishable by death in Indonesia. The 23-year-old was apprehended after a flight from Peru via Singapore.
A 34-year-old Australian national faces the death penalty after Thai customs officials discovered 4kg of crystal methamphetamine ingeniously concealed inside a common household appliance. The shocking find was made at a Bangkok mail centre.
Alabama's governor defends the state's first nitrogen gas execution, while lawyers and activists condemn it as cruel and experimental.
A UK woman could be sentenced to death in Indonesia after allegedly smuggling cocaine worth £2.5 million. The 45-year-old was caught at Bali Airport with drugs hidden in her suitcase lining.
A Texas gunman who murdered 22 people, including a 7-year-old girl, in a Walmart shooting spree has been executed by lethal injection.
A 56-year-old Iranian woman, dubbed the 'Black Widow', is on trial for allegedly poisoning 11 elderly husbands. She now faces the death penalty in a shocking case that has gripped the nation.
Byron Black, convicted of a triple murder in 1988, has been executed in Tennessee amid ongoing debates over his mental competency and the fairness of his trial.
A British couple has been detained in Iran under unclear circumstances, leaving their family deeply concerned for their wellbeing amid rising tensions.
Reform UK party leader Richard Tice has sparked debate by suggesting he would consider reinstating the death penalty for the most heinous crimes, while outlining the party's tough stance on law and order.
Tennessee has executed a Black man convicted of murder, reigniting debates over racial disparities in the US death penalty system. Critics argue the case highlights systemic bias.
The Tennessee Supreme Court has ruled to maintain the death penalty for a Black man, sparking debates over racial bias in the justice system. Read more on the latest developments.
A high-stakes gambler known as 'Manny' could face the death penalty after a brutal murder in Las Vegas. The case has gripped the city, revealing dark undercurrents of crime and justice.
Alabama has passed a law allowing the death penalty for rapists who target children in underground bunkers, sparking fierce debate over justice and human rights.
As tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran reach boiling point, fears over nuclear proliferation intensify. Here’s what’s at stake 50 days after the attacks.
Byron Black, convicted of a brutal triple homicide in 1988, has been executed in Tennessee despite claims of intellectual disability and racial bias in sentencing.
Shocking case as illegal migrants arrested for brutal gang rape of a young girl could face the ultimate punishment if convicted, according to the Attorney General.
As tensions escalate between Iran and Israel, fears grow over a potential nuclear conflict destabilising the region. Could diplomacy prevent catastrophe?
Edward Zakrzewski has been executed in Florida for the 1996 murder of his business partner, marking the state's latest use of capital punishment amid ongoing debates over the death penalty.
Florida is set to execute a man convicted of brutally killing his wife and two children, marking a grim milestone in the state's history of capital punishment.
Relatives of a British couple held in Iran urge the UK to prioritise their case in diplomatic talks with Tehran, amid growing concerns over their welfare.
Former US President Donald Trump demanded the death penalty for violent criminals following a shooting near his Manhattan courthouse. The incident occurred as jury selection for his hush money trial continued.
England's goalkeeper Hannah Hampton used a hidden cheat sheet to save penalties during the Women's World Cup. Discover how this tactical brilliance helped the Lionesses dominate.
Iranian security forces responded to a militant attack on a courthouse in the south-eastern region, with intense clashes captured on video. Authorities report casualties amid escalating tensions.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has been confirmed dead following a helicopter crash in the mountainous northwest near the Caspian Sea. The incident has sent shockwaves through the nation.
Utah officials are searching for a firing squad to execute Ralph Menzies, a convicted murderer suffering from dementia, reigniting debates over capital punishment methods.
Chinese actor Zhang Yiyang has been executed for the brutal murder of his girlfriend, sparking widespread debate and media frenzy. Read the full story here.
A British couple has been detained in Iran under mysterious circumstances, sparking fears of a repeat of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's harrowing experience. Authorities remain tight-lipped as families demand answers.
Human rights groups condemn Iran's escalating crackdown on dissent, including torture, executions, and the targeting of Kurdish activists like Rezgar Beigzadeh and Babamiri.
A British couple has been sentenced to 10 years in an Iranian prison after being duped by a fake Instagram modelling offer, leaving their family devastated.
Michael Bell, convicted of a 1991 double murder, has been executed in Florida after 34 years on death row. The case, marked by legal battles and claims of racial bias, reignites debates over capital punishment.