Burkina Faso Plans to Bring Back Death Penalty
Burkina Faso's military government approves bill to reintroduce capital punishment for serious crimes, reversing a 2018 abolition. Read the latest on the sweeping legal reforms.
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Iranian Currency Plummets to New Low Under Sanctions
Iran's rial currency has collapsed to a historic low of 1.2 million to the US dollar, intensifying economic hardship for citizens as nuclear sanctions bite. Discover the causes and consequences.
Man publicly executed in Afghan stadium, 12th since Taliban return
A man convicted of a multiple murder was publicly executed in eastern Afghanistan, marking the 12th such execution since the Taliban regained power. The UN condemns the act as 'inhumane'.
Botched gas chamber execution changed US law
The harrowing execution of serial killer Jimmy Lee Gray in a Mississippi gas chamber, where he died banging his head against a steel pole, led to the abolition of the method. Read the full story.
Lethal Injection Goes Wrong: Killer Speaks After Drugs
Brian David Steckel spoke lucidly for minutes after his lethal injection, raising questions about the execution protocol. Witnesses reported convulsions and machine clicks.
Iran Boycotts World Cup Draw Over US Visas
Iran will boycott the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington DC after the US limited visas for its delegation. The protest highlights ongoing political tensions impacting global sports.
Botched US execution took 43 agonising minutes
Clayton Lockett's botched lethal injection in Oklahoma took 43 minutes, covering the chamber in blood and sparking a national debate on execution methods. Read the full investigation.
Death Row Prisoner Dies Naturally After 37 Years
Ralph Leroy Menzies, who spent 37 years on death row in Utah, has died of natural causes months after his firing squad execution was blocked due to dementia.
Iran executes man for rape amid soaring execution rates
Iran publicly executes convicted rapist as execution numbers dramatically increase, with women facing unprecedented rates under Khamenei's regime. Read the shocking statistics.
Florida rapist executed for 1988 manager murder
Richard Barry Randolph executed for 1988 rape and murder of convenience store manager Minnie Ruth McCollum. The brutal crime occurred during attempted robbery.
Florida's 17th execution of 2025 set for lethal injection
Richard Barry Randolph faces lethal injection for the 1988 murder of his former boss, marking Florida's record 17th execution this year. Discover the details of the case and the state's unprecedented use of capital punishment.
Florida man executed for 1988 rape and murder
Richard Barry Randolph is set for lethal injection for the 1988 rape and murder of his former manager, marking Florida's 17th execution this year. Read the full details.
Iran's Water Crisis: Prayers and Cloud Seeding in Tehran
Tehran faces unprecedented drought with just 1mm of rain this year. Discover the desperate measures from mass prayers to cloud seeding as Iran confronts a potential water catastrophe.
Girl dies after teacher's sit-up punishment in India
A 12-year-old girl in India has died after a teacher allegedly forced her to perform 100 sit-ups as punishment for being late, reigniting the debate on corporal punishment in schools.
Inmate unconscious after execution reprieve
Oklahoma death row inmate Tremane Wood was found unconscious in his cell hours after his sentence was commuted. Read the full story of this dramatic turn of events.
Girl dies after brutal school punishment for lateness
A 12-year-old girl in India died after a teacher forced her to do 100 sit-ups while wearing her schoolbag for being late. Outrage grows as community demands justice.
Third US firing squad execution in South Carolina
Stephen Bryant executed by firing squad for 2004 triple murder. The 44-year-old becomes third person executed this way in South Carolina this year. Read the full details.
South Carolina Firing Squad Execution for Stephen Bryant
Stephen Bryant faces execution by firing squad in South Carolina for three 2004 murders. His final hope is gubernatorial clemency. Read the full story.
South Carolina Firing Squad Execution Scheduled
Stephen Bryant faces execution by firing squad in South Carolina for 2004 triple murder. Explore the controversial method's history and the details of the case.
Child killer Bryan Jennings executed on Florida death row
Bryan Frederick Jennings has been executed for the 1979 abduction, rape and murder of six-year-old Rebecca Kunash. The death row inmate's execution marks Florida's 16th this year.
Florida executes Bryan Frederick Jennings for 1999 murder
Florida executes Bryan Frederick Jennings for the 1999 murder of James 'J.D.' Day. The execution proceeded despite last-minute appeals and international scrutiny.
Florida executes former Marine for 1979 child murder
Bryan Frederick Jennings, 66, faces lethal injection for the 1979 murder of Rebecca Kunash. This marks Florida's 16th execution under Governor DeSantis. Read the full story.
Tremane Wood Granted Clemency in Oklahoma Death Row Case
Oklahoma's Pardon and Parole Board recommends clemency for death row inmate Tremane Wood, commuting his sentence to life without parole. Discover the case details and what this means for criminal justice reform.
Governor Stitt Spares Inmate Minutes Before Execution
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt commuted Tremane Wood's death sentence to life without parole just before his scheduled lethal injection for a 2002 murder. Read the full story.
Britons in Iran begin hunger strike in 'cry for help'
Lindsay and Craig Foreman from East Sussex have started a hunger strike in Tehran's Evin Prison after feeling 'let down' by the UK government. Their family pleads for action.
Oklahoma man makes final plea to avoid execution
Tremane Wood faces execution despite brother's murder confession and flawed legal representation. Will Oklahoma's governor grant clemency in this controversial capital punishment case?
Stephen Bryant execution set for Friday by firing squad
Stephen Bryant, 44, will be executed by firing squad on November 14 after the South Carolina Supreme Court rejected his final appeal. Read the full details of his 2004 crime spree.
Death Row Inmate Appeals to Governor for Life Sentence
Harold Wayne Nichols, on Tennessee's death row, petitions Governor Bill Lee for clemency weeks before his scheduled execution. His legal team cites his remorse and rehabilitation.
Texas executes killer Ramiro Gonzales for 2001 murder
Texas executes convicted killer Ramiro Gonzales for 2001 murder of Bridget Townsend after controversial last-minute appeals fail. His final statement expressed love and gratitude.
South Carolina executes Stephen Bryant after 11-year hiatus
Stephen Bryant has been executed by lethal injection in South Carolina for the 1994 murder of a convenience store clerk, marking the state's first execution in over a decade amid ongoing death penalty debates.
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