Criminal barristers plot strike over jury trial cuts
Criminal barristers are planning industrial action that could bring courts to a standstill, opposing Justice Secretary David Lammy's proposal to slash jury trials by half. Read the full story.
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Legal Experts Defend Jury Trials in UK Justice System
Barristers argue jurors provide a crucial 'humane perspective' that professional judges cannot. Discover why calls to slash jury use face fierce opposition from legal professionals.
Teen executes murderer in Taliban public killing
A 13-year-old boy executed a convicted murderer in a Taliban public killing before 80,000 spectators in Afghanistan. Read the full report on the regime's return to brutal 'eye for an eye' justice.
Debt Collection Charges Dismissed Against Panthera
Criminal charges against debt firm Panthera Finance dismissed after court rules it wasn't technically collecting. Consumer Affairs Victoria ordered to pay costs. Read the full analysis.
NSW child protection law faces 'shock' loophole
A controversial loophole in NSW's new child protection legislation could see more children incarcerated despite reforms intended to strengthen safeguards for 10-14 year olds.
Slovenia's Security Law Creates Roma 'Zones'
Slovenia passes controversial 'Šutar law' granting police sweeping powers in Roma neighbourhoods, sparking discrimination accusations from human rights groups. Read the full analysis.
Scottish Abortion Review Proposes Major Law Changes
A Scottish Government review proposes decriminalising abortion and allowing terminations post-24 weeks with two doctors' approval. Discover the controversial recommendations and reactions.
Prison guard: Notorious robber Bronson set for release
Exclusive: A prison officer reveals Britain's most notorious inmate Charles Bronson could be released within months after nearly 50 years in custody, despite his violent reputation.
FBI and ICE Impersonators Exposed in Major Crime Ring
Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated criminal network using fake FBI and ICE credentials to commit serious offences across the United States. Authorities warn public to remain vigilant.
New UK Law Could Make Employers Protect Staff from Stalkers
Businesses could be legally required to protect employees from stalkers following Gracie Spinks' murder, as campaigners push for 'Suzy's Law' reforms in workplace safety legislation.
UK bans strangulation in pornography
New legislation making pornography depicting strangulation a criminal offence comes into force in the UK, marking a significant shift in online safety regulation.
Iris Law's stunning bikini birthday beach photos
Daughter of Jude Law showcases her incredible figure in sheer cover-up and skimpy bikini bottoms during sun-drenched birthday celebrations on the beach
Hillsborough Law 'watered down' in new bill
Exclusive: Ministers accused of betraying Hillsborough families with weakened legal reforms as new bill fails to deliver promised 'duty of candour' for public officials.
Teen murder suspect shot by police in South Carolina
A 19-year-old wanted for his grandmother's brutal killing has been fatally shot by law enforcement officers in South Carolina after allegedly reaching for a weapon during attempted arrest.
Perdue Farms faces jail time in California animal welfare case
Major American poultry producer Perdue Farms could see executives imprisoned after California authorities filed criminal charges over alleged animal cruelty and failure to comply with Proposition 12 standards.
Awaab's Law: New rights for tenants against mould
Groundbreaking new legislation inspired by tragic death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak gives UK tenants legal power to demand urgent repairs for dangerous damp and mould within strict timeframes.
France votes to define consent in law after landmark case
French parliament passes landmark legislation explicitly defining sexual consent after high-profile case reveals legal gaps. New 'presumption of non-consent' represents major victory for women's rights.
Migrant rapist avoids deportation in controversial court ruling
A convicted migrant rapist has been spared deportation after a controversial court ruling determined that the nature and duration of his attack on a 16-year-old girl did not constitute an 'exceptionally serious' offence under UK law.
Iris Law's Victoria's Secret diva demands revealed
Exclusive details reveal Iris Law's specific backstage requirements for her Victoria's Secret Fashion Show debut, from temperature-controlled dressing rooms to particular snack preferences, as the nepotism baby model makes her lingerie brand entrance.
Children Under 14 'Incapable of Evil' - NSW Review
A groundbreaking NSW review recommends raising the age of criminal responsibility to 14, arguing younger children lack moral capacity and require protection, not punishment.
MP: PM's weakness leaves crime victims unprotected
Conservative MP Chris Philp launches scathing attack on government's crime record, warning soft justice policies are emboldening criminals while victims suffer the consequences.
First 'Guardian Shield' charge: Alleged crime boss in court
Alleged organised crime figure Ferras Merhi, the first person charged under Australia's new 'Guardian Shield' laws, has faced court in a landmark case that could redefine how authorities tackle sophisticated criminal networks.
Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang expands globally
Exclusive investigation reveals how the notorious Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua is transforming into an international criminal empire, with operations spreading across Latin America and raising alarm among global law enforcement agencies.
Your rights when a neighbour's tree hangs over your garden
Discover exactly what you can and cannot do when a neighbour's tree encroaches on your property, from trimming branches to legal disputes.
Sex offenders barred from parental rights over crime-conceived children
New legislation will prevent convicted sex offenders from obtaining parental responsibility for children born as a result of their offences, marking a significant legal reform in family law protection.
Florida mom with criminal history in violent police altercation
Exclusive details emerge about a Black Florida mother's dramatic arrest following a physical altercation with officers, revealing a lengthy rap sheet and raising questions about police encounters.
NCA raids in Dartford dismantle organised crime network
The National Crime Agency uncovers sophisticated criminal network in Dartford, Kent, with arrests and significant evidence seized in coordinated dawn raids.
Iran thief to lose four fingers despite victim's forgiveness
A Iranian court has ordered the amputation of four fingers from a convicted thief, ignoring both the victim's forgiveness and international human rights concerns in a brutal application of Sharia law.
Mass Killers Share Chilling Pattern, Veteran Journalist Reveals
Exclusive: A veteran crime journalist reveals the terrifying common denominator linking the world's most notorious mass killers after conducting unprecedented prison interviews.
Iris Law's stunning sheer corset at London party
Jude Law's daughter Iris Law made a breathtaking appearance at a celebrity-packed London event, turning heads in a daring sheer black corset and sharing sweet family insights.
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