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This Week in History: From the liberation of Nelson Mandela to East Germany’s final gasp

Explore how major events between 9 and 15 February were captured on The Independent’s front pages

The Independent UK · Feb 9

Oscar Pistorius competes in Durban triathlon 12 years after murdering girlfriend

Pistorius was released on parole in January 2024, 12 years after the murder of Steenkamp

The Independent UK · Jun 5, 2025

“How Was He Allowed Out?”: Convicted Paralympian Oscar Pistorius Finds Love After Prison Release

Oscar Pistorius has reportedly begun a new relationship with Rita Greyling months after his January 2024 parole. The post “How Was He Allowed Out?”: Convicted Paralympian Oscar Pistorius Finds Love After Prison Release first appeared on Bored Panda.

Bored Panda · Dec 16, 2024

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Top 5 sports stars who went to prison: Mike Tyson, Oscar Pistorius, OJ Simpson and more

Sports stars are often seen as role models, but even some of the biggest names in sports have had brushes with the law, leading to prison time. These incidents, ranging from assault to tax evasion, show that no one is above the law, not even world-class athletes.

The Times of India · Sep 24, 2024

‘Differently abled’: new Paris exhibition reveals how attitudes to paralympic sport have changed

Soon after the closing of the London 2012 Olympic Games, Channel 4 began promoting its Paralympic coverage with the strapline: “Thanks for the warm-up”. It followed up with its biggest ever marketing campaign, “Meet the Superhumans”, that garnered critical acclaim.

The Conversation · Aug 27, 2024

Taking a closer look at 10 of the best ever summer Paralympians

Paris 2024 takes place between August 28 and September 8.

The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2024

Oscar Pistorius: The Bladerunner special digs into the Olympian's shocking crimes

Tonight's new episode of the CNN Original Series How It Really Happened spotlights the murder conviction of Olympic superstar Oscar Pistorius

WhatToWatch · May 12, 2024

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Oscar Pistorius Spotted For First Time In Eight Years

Former Paralympian Oscar Pistorius seen in public after serving prison time for girlfriend's murder. Challenges faced post-release.

Olympic Runner Oscar Pistorius Now Can’t Find Job After Serving Prison Time For Girlfriend’s Homicide

Sources revealed that Oscar Pistorius has completely changed: "He’s not friendly, not outgoing," one said. " ... He’s just a shadow of what he once was." The post Olympic Runner Oscar Pistorius Now Can’t Find Job After Serving Prison Time For Girlfriend’s Homicide first appeared on Bored Panda.

Bored Panda · Apr 12, 2024

Oscar Pistorius and the Valentine's killing of Reeva Steenkamp. What happened that night?

Here’s what to know about the night South African Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius shot Reeva Steenkamp more than a decade ago in a killing that jolted the world and shattered the image of a sports superstar

The Independent UK · Jan 7, 2024

Let’s not pity ‘poor’ Oscar Pistorius. Reeva Steenkamp suffered far worse a fate

Released on parole, he is suddenly free to erase his murder victim’s memory and replace it with feeble laments

The Guardian - UK · Jan 6, 2024

Blade Runner Pistorius released from prison, begins parole amid controversy

From Olympic glory to infamy, Oscar Pistorius is finally free. Explore the captivating story of the Blade Runner turned convicted murderer.

Reeva Steenkamp's mother has spoken out as Oscar Pistorius is released on parole

Marie Claire · Jan 5, 2024

Track star, convicted killer, now parolee. A timeline of Oscar Pistorius's life

A list of the major moments in the life of Oscar Pistorius, the South African double-amputee Olympic runner who was released from prison on parole Friday having served nearly nine years of a murder sentence for the 2013 killing of girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp

The Independent UK · Jan 5, 2024

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The Independent UK · Jan 5, 2024

Watch live: Oscar Pistorius to be seen for first time since prison release 11 years after Reeva Steenkamp murder

Watch live as Oscar Pistorius to be seen for first time since prison release 11 years after Reeva Steenkamp murder on Friday (5 January).

Olympic runner Pistorius released from prison after girlfriend's murder

Disgraced athlete Oscar Pistorius released from prison after 9 years for the murder of his girlfriend. Family decries early release. A shocking story of tr...

The Guardian - UK · Jan 5, 2024

First Thing: Second batch of Jeffrey Epstein court documents unsealed

More than 300 additional pages deepen the picture of Epstein’s elite orbit while resurfacing old claims. Plus, tips to cut down plastic use in your kitchen

The Hindu · Jan 5, 2024

South African athlete Oscar Pistorius is freed on parole after serving 9 years in girlfriend's death

Oscar Pistorius released from prison on parole after serving nearly nine years for killing his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. He must adhere to strict parole conditions until 2029.

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International Business Times · Jan 5, 2024

S.Africa's Pistorius Released On Parole 11 Years After Murdering Girlfriend

Having served more than half his sentence, the 37-year-old double-amputee was quietly whisked away from the Atteridgeville prison on the outskirts of the capital Pretoria, avoiding the hordes of media gathered outside.

Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius released after serving sentence for murder

Oscar Pistorius, the once-celebrated sprinter turned convicted murderer, is released from prison after serving nearly nine years for killing his girlfriend.

Al Jazeera · Jan 5, 2024

Oscar Pistorius released on parole after serving nine years for murder

Former Paralympic athlete was serving 13-year sentence for Valentine’s Day shooting of girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.

Radio France Internationale · Jan 5, 2024

Oscar Pistorius freed from prison after serving nine years for murder

South Africa's ex-Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius was released from jail on parole Friday and "is now at home", authorities said, almost 11 years after he shot dead his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in a crime that gripped the world.

Bored Panda · Jan 5, 2024

“Has There Been Justice?“: Oscar Pistorius Gets Early Prison Release After Reeva Steenkamp Murder

Paralympian track star Oscar Pistorius has divided South Africa and the world for the past 10 years. The post “Has There Been Justice?“: Oscar Pistorius Gets Early Prison Release After Reeva Steenkamp Murder first appeared on Bored Panda.

The Independent UK · Jan 5, 2024

Oscar Pistorius released on parole after serving nine years of murder sentence

The former athlete killed his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on Valentine’s Day in 2013.

The Independent UK · Jan 5, 2024

Oscar Pistorius timeline: From Paralympian to prison for the murder of Reeva Steenkamp

The South African former athlete has been released on parole to finish his sentence

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