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Brian Walshe trial begins in wife's murder case

Opening statements start in the trial of Brian Walshe, accused of murdering his wife Ana. Walshe has pleaded guilty to misleading police and disposing of her remains, but denies murder. Follow the latest.

Father and Son Charged in Arizona Double Murder

Christopher and Parker Scholtes face first-degree murder charges after the grisly discovery of two women's bodies in an Arizona home, in a case that has shocked the local community.

Halloween Candy Killer Gets Life for Son's Murder

A Pennsylvania father has been sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to the horrific murder of his 11-year-old son, whose body was discovered on Halloween night in 2022.

Gunman confesses to assassinating Japan's Shinzo Abe

In a shocking courtroom admission, Tetsuya Yamagami has confessed to assassinating Japan's former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe using a handmade firearm during a campaign speech three years ago, revealing his motive stemmed from a personal grudge against a re

Judge's compassionate act moves murder case courtroom to tears

In an extraordinary display of judicial humanity, a High Court judge halts proceedings to comfort the grieving father of a young woman brutally murdered by her ex-boyfriend, creating a poignant courtroom moment that has touched legal circles.

Barristers win right to remove court wigs

In a historic move, barristers in England and Wales can now ditch traditional wigs after legal chiefs rule them culturally insensitive in modern courtroom proceedings.

Asylum seeker jailed for flight sex assault on sleeping woman

An asylum seeker has been sentenced to two years in prison after sexually assaulting a sleeping woman during a flight to Manchester. The disturbing incident occurred as the victim slept on a Turkish Airlines flight from Istanbul.

Colombian killer jailed for 42 years in suitcase murder case

A Colombian national has been sentenced to 42 years for the brutal murders of a couple whose dismembered remains were discovered in suitcases near Bristol's iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge in a shocking case that horrified the nation.

Letitia James challenges criminal charges in court

New York Attorney General Letitia James contests criminal charges alleging she misused her position, claiming political motivations behind the prosecution in a dramatic courtroom showdown.

UK Judges Receive First AI Usage Guidelines

British judges receive first-ever official guidance on using AI in legal proceedings, marking a pivotal moment for technology in the UK justice system. Discover what's permitted and what's prohibited.

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