Silvagni Appeals Rape Conviction After 6-Year Sentence
Convicted rapist Tom Silvagni has lodged an appeal against his guilty verdict for a callous double rape in Melbourne. Read the full details of the case and sentencing.
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Rapist Tom Silvagni appeals conviction and sentence
Tom Silvagni has appealed his conviction for the digital rape of a young woman in Melbourne. He was sentenced to six years and two months in jail. Read the full details.
Husband Sobs as 911 Call Played in Murder Trial
Brendan Banfield wept in court as the 911 call from the night his wife and a stranger were killed was played. Prosecutors allege a plot with his au pair lover. Read the full story.
Solicitor struck off for lying about remote court location
A solicitor has been removed from the roll after falsely telling a judge he was in London during a remote hearing when he was actually in Germany. Discover the details of the tribunal's ruling.
Active Shooter Incident in Wallace, Idaho
Police respond to reports of an active shooter near the Shoshone County courthouse in Wallace, Idaho. Residents urged to avoid the downtown area. Follow for live updates.
Active Shooter at Idaho Courthouse, Reinforcements Sent
Police confirm an active shooter incident at Shoshone County Courthouse in Wallace, Idaho. Reinforcements deployed. Public urged to avoid the area. Follow for live updates.
Former cop charged with child abuse in Florida pool incident
Tiffany Lee Griffith, a former police officer, is charged with child abuse after holding a six-year-old's head underwater. She was released on a $20,000 bond. Read the full details.
Nadia Fairfax's Heartbreaking Tribute to Mother Sharon
Australian fashion influencer Nadia Fairfax posts an emotional farewell to her mother, Sharon Fairfax, following her funeral. Read the full tribute and family details here.
Silvagni gets 6 years for rape, victim posts on TikTok
Tom Silvagni, son of an AFL legend, sentenced to over six years for rape. The victim thanked supporters on TikTok, while his family vows to appeal. Read the full story.
Omaze winners in eviction fight with son amid prison term
A couple who won a £3.1m Omaze house are trying to evict their son for unpaid rent. The legal battle unfolds as the husband serves a prison sentence for child sex offences. Read the full story.
Court backlog hits record high, jury trial plans questioned
The backlog in Crown Courts has soared to nearly 80,000 cases, with magistrates' courts also at a record high. Justice Secretary David Lammy's plan to slash jury trials faces criticism as barristers call for more courtrooms. Read the full analysis.
Silvagni son jailed for six years over rape conviction
Tom Silvagni, son of AFL legend Stephen Silvagni, sentenced to six years for rape. Victim details lifelong trauma in powerful court statement. Read the full story.
Taiwanese backpacker's petrol bomb terror on Melbourne homes
A Taiwanese backpacker, Tsai-Wei Hung, waged a three-month petrol bomb campaign against her former landlord and housemates in Melbourne. She has pleaded guilty to arson, extortion, and endangering lives. Read the full shocking story.
High-rise window cleaners rescued after basket breaks
Two window cleaners were left dangling from a 22-storey building for an hour after their basket broke. Read how emergency services performed the dramatic rescue.
Man from high-profile family guilty of digital rape
A man from a prominent Melbourne family has been convicted of digitally raping a woman in his home after pretending to be her boyfriend. The jury reached its verdict after less than two days.
Targeted Shooting at MGM National Harbor Leaves One Dead
Police are searching for a gunman after a fatal targeted shooting in the MGM National Harbor food court. One man in his 20s was killed. Read the latest on the investigation.
Surgeon Wins £37k from Bentley Dealer Over Stolen Car
Renowned surgeon Professor Fares Haddad has been awarded £37,000 from Jack Barclay Ltd after his Bentley was stolen. The court found the dealership failed to activate the car's tracking device. Read the full legal details.
Man in clown mask with chainsaw convicted in New York
A 35-year-old man has been found guilty of felony charges after a terrifying incident where he menaced a neighbourhood wearing a clown mask and wielding a chainsaw. Read the full details of the conviction.
Jury trial rights cut for crimes under three-year sentences
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces sweeping court reforms to slash backlogs. Defendants facing less than three years in jail will lose automatic right to jury trial. Read the full details.
Man Denies Rape, Admits Forging Uber Receipt in Trial
A man from a prominent family denies digitally raping a woman at his Melbourne home. He admitted forging an Uber receipt after the alleged assault. The trial continues.
Truck driver jailed over faulty brake school bus crash
A truck driver has been sentenced to over 12 years for crashing into a school bus, seriously injuring 10 students. He admitted knowing his brakes were faulty. Read the full report.
Gen Z Debt: 27% Default, Risking Mortgages
Over a quarter of UK Gen Z have defaulted on debt. Learn what a default means, its serious consequences for your credit file, and how to avoid one to protect your financial future.
MAGA Mom Petitions for Florida's 'Trump County'
A Florida mother's petition to create a 68th county named after Donald Trump sparks debate. Will the controversial 'Trump County' proposal gain enough support?
Lammy's Plan: Jury Trials Only for Most Serious Crimes
Justice Secretary David Lammy suggests limiting jury trials to rape, murder, and manslaughter cases to tackle the 78,000-case court backlog. Discover the controversial plans for court reform.
Virginia Suburb Divided Over Three-Storey Extension
Residents in Fairfax County clash over controversial three-storey home extension that neighbours call an 'eyesore'. Local officials now reconsidering zoning laws.
Kohberger ordered to pay more to victim families
Bryan Kohberger must pay additional restitution to the families of his victims, as a judge reveals he received over $28,000 in donations while awaiting trial. Read the latest on the Idaho murders case.
Judge's 'Bend the Knee' outburst in court goes viral
A judge erupted in fury at Leeds Crown Court when a defendant refused to stand, shouting 'Bend the knee!' in a dramatic courtroom confrontation that's gone viral.
No Pants Court Hearing Sparks Judicial Fury in Detroit
A Detroit court hearing descends into chaos as multiple defendants appear virtually without trousers, prompting stern judicial rebuke and raising questions about remote proceedings decorum.
Facebook private messages subpoenaed in NC murder case
Court records reveal Facebook provided private messages from a North Carolina murder investigation, raising serious questions about digital privacy and law enforcement access to personal data.
Trump Allies Make Dramatic Court Appearance in San Francisco
Former President Donald Trump's high-profile legal team, including Kash Patel and Pam Bondi, made a striking appearance at a San Francisco appeals court hearing, signalling intense focus on a crucial case with significant implications.
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