Texas Execution Set for 1998 Double Murder After Legal Battle
Charles Victor Thompson faces lethal injection for the 1998 shooting deaths of his ex-girlfriend and her new boyfriend in a Houston suburb, marking the first US execution of the year.
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Letby Defence Cites Hospital Bug in Conviction Challenge
Lucy Letby's legal team reveals traces of a deadly bacteria found at the Countess of Chester Hospital, mirroring a fatal outbreak in Glasgow, as experts call for a new inquiry.
No Prosecutions for Eight Bloody Sunday Veterans
The Public Prosecution Service in Northern Ireland has decided not to prosecute eight former soldiers investigated over allegations of false evidence regarding Bloody Sunday.
Bloody Sunday Veterans Not Prosecuted Over Evidence
Eight former soldiers investigated for allegedly giving false evidence about Bloody Sunday will not face prosecution, the Public Prosecution Service has announced, citing insufficient admissible evidence.
Ex-French Senator Jailed for Drugging MP with Intent to Assault
Joel Guerriau, a former French senator, receives a four-year prison sentence for spiking an MP's drink with MDMA, aiming to sexually assault her, with 18 months to be served.
Ex-French Senator Jailed for Drugging MP with MDMA
Joel Guerriau receives four-year prison sentence after spiking Sandrine Josso's drink with triple recreational dose of MDMA with intent to sexually assault her.
South Korea's Ex-First Lady Sentenced to 20 Months for Corruption
Kim Keon Hee, former first lady of South Korea, has been sentenced to 20 months in prison for corruption charges involving bribery from the Unification Church.
Denise Richards Battles Ex Over OnlyFans Income in Divorce
Actress Denise Richards asks a Los Angeles judge to deny estranged husband Aaron Phypers' request for half her OnlyFans revenue, citing missed court deadlines and escalating accusations.
Millionaire Brothers' Sex Trafficking Trial Begins in New York
Tal, Oren and Alon Alexander stand accused of drugging and raping dozens of women over a 12-year period while their wives and parents offer courtroom support as the federal trial commences.
Ellen DeGeneres: Improper Service in Crash Lawsuit
Ellen DeGeneres argues she wasn't properly served court papers in a Santa Barbara car crash lawsuit. The plaintiff seeks a jury trial for November 2026, alleging negligence.
Texas Sues Delaware Nurse Over Abortion Pills
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Debra Lynch, a Delaware nurse practitioner, accusing her of mailing abortion pills into Texas in defiance of state law. The case highlights the escalating legal battles between states with abor
Georgia Power Critic Cleared of Trade Secrets Theft
Patty Durand, a frequent critic of Georgia Power, will not face prosecution for allegedly stealing trade secrets after District Attorney Fani Willis cited insufficient evidence.
Killer Demands Freedom After Rape and Murder of Grandma
Jeremy Motyka, serving life without parole for the 1999 rape and murder of 66-year-old Angela Spence-Shaw, claims police planted DNA evidence as he pushes for a retrial in a shocking case.
Attenborough Garden Skull Solves 131-Year Murder Case
Builders discovered a human skull in Sir David Attenborough's Richmond garden, leading police to identify it as belonging to Julia Martha Thomas, murdered by her maid in 1879.
Socialite Escapes Convictions After Crash and Assault
Vanessa Jacobs Fennell, 54, avoids criminal convictions despite negligent driving, assaulting police, and refusing breath tests after a boozy lunch in Sydney's eastern suburbs.
Real Estate Brothers Face Sex Trafficking Trial Opening
Prosecutors in New York are set to present evidence alleging two real estate agents and their brother sexually assaulted dozens of women over 12 years. Defense claims all encounters were consensual.
Howell's Children Speak on Mother's Murder in New Documentary
The children of convicted killer Colin Howell have broken their silence, detailing how they believed their mother died by suicide for nearly 20 years before discovering the horrifying truth.
Reggie Kray's Prison Cell Holiday Snaps and Paintings
A fascinating archive of Reggie Kray's personal items, including holiday photos from 1965 and prison paintings, is set for auction, offering a glimpse into the gangster's life behind bars.
Mum Jailed After Baby Dies in Hot Car During Restaurant Shift
A mother has been sentenced to five years in prison after her 10-month-old daughter died from heatstroke in a car while she worked a fast food shift.
Ex-Senator on Trial for Drugging MP with MDMA
Joël Guerriau, a former French senator, stands trial in Paris accused of spiking Sandrine Josso's drink with MDMA in an alleged sexual assault attempt, a case that has shocked French political circles.
Saudi Arabia to Pay £3m to YouTuber Over Harrods Attack
A British-based YouTube critic of Saudi Arabia has been awarded over £3 million in compensation after a High Court ruling found the kingdom responsible for a physical assault and phone hacking using Pegasus spyware.
ICC: Duterte Fit for Trial on Crimes Against Humanity
International Criminal Court judges have determined former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is medically fit to stand trial for crimes against humanity related to his deadly war on drugs.
Harry Begg: Heart Kept in Tenerife After Teen's Death
The family of Harry Begg, a 19-year-old from Merseyside killed in a Tenerife hit-and-run, reveal his heart was kept by Spanish authorities without explanation, leaving them devastated.
Businessman Guilty of Murder in Key West Confrontation
A Florida real estate owner has been found guilty of premeditated murder for shooting an unarmed 21-year-old man during a confrontation over public urination outside his property.
Woman Accused of Poisoning Teens with Raspberries Arrested
Zulma Guzman, 54, was arrested in London after allegedly poisoning two Colombian schoolgirls with thallium-laced raspberries. She was pulled from the River Thames and found with an escape plan to Brazil.
Experts Weigh Options to Force Epstein Files Release After DoJ Delay
Legal professionals discuss potential litigation and congressional action to compel the Department of Justice to release Epstein files, following missed deadlines and stalled transparency efforts.
US Justice Department Slashes Child Trafficking Funding
The US Department of Justice has significantly reduced funding and training for law enforcement combating child sex trafficking, jeopardising investigations and prosecutions of predators.
Parents of 'Helmet Girl' Waitress Speak Out After Swiss Bar Fire
The parents of Cyane Panine, the 24-year-old waitress seen with sparklers before the Swiss bar fire that killed 40, have criticised those blaming their daughter for the tragedy.
Spanish Prosecutors Drop Julio Iglesias Sexual Assault Case
Spanish prosecutors have dismissed a sexual assault case against legendary singer Julio Iglesias, citing lack of jurisdiction. Two former employees accused the 82-year-old of serious offences.
Texas Man Exonerated 70 Years After Execution
Tommy Lee Walker, executed in 1956, has been declared innocent after a review found his conviction was based on false evidence and racial bias in Jim Crow-era Dallas.
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