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Theranos’ Elizabeth Holmes describes prison as “hell and torture” two years into her sentence

“I truly did not think I would ever be convicted or found guilty.”

Fortune · Feb 13, 2025

Wrongly convicted man ‘anxious about losing home’ for receiving compensation

Andrew Malkinson has been awarded compensation for the miscarriage of justice he suffered – but may have to leave his home as a result.

Evening Standard · Feb 13, 2025

‘Essex Boys’ killer can be released from prison, Parole Board says

Michael Steele was jailed for life in 1998 for the killings of Tony Tucker, Pat Tate and Craig Rolfe.

Evening Standard · Feb 13, 2025

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Man convicted of ‘Essex Boys’ gangland murders can be released from prison, Parole Board says

A Parole Board panel decided to free Steele, now in his 80s, as his imprisonment was ‘no longer necessary for the protection of the public’

The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2025

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Reason · Feb 13, 2025

Attorney says opposition figure detained in Uganda for alleged crimes against the state is unwell

A prominent opposition figure jailed in Uganda for allegedly threatening state security is unwell and in need of urgent medical care

The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2025

Illinois data shows inmates with violent records from shuttered prison sent to medium-security sites

When the Illinois Department of Corrections shut down the century-old Stateville Correctional Center in September, officials transferred 278 inmates convicted of murder and dozens more serving time for violent crimes to other lockups across the state

The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2025

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Texas to execute man for 2004 murders of strip club manager and friend

Texas is scheduled to execute a man convicted of killing two men as part of a 2004 dispute with his boss at a strip club, and then years later prompted a massive lockdown of the state prison system when he used a cellphone smuggled into death row to threaten a…

The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2025

Trump is disappearing immigrants into Guantanamo’s legal ‘black box,’ lawsuit says

Civil rights groups and families of detained immigrants are suing for access to the military prison

The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2025

Lawyers for inmates ask judge to take over health care services in Arizona prisons

Lawyers for 25,000 people incarcerated in Arizona have asked a judge to take over health care operations in state-run prisons and appoint an official to run them

The Independent UK · Feb 12, 2025

North Dakota's 'Truth-in-Sentencing' Bill Could Cost More Than $250 Million

The bill would also create mandatory minimum jail sentences for fleeing the police.

Reason · Feb 12, 2025

Things to know about Russia's release of American Marc Fogel and the impact on ending Ukraine war

President Donald Trump’s announcement that he and Russian President Vladimir Putin had agreed to begin negotiations on ending the war in Ukraine followed a prisoner swap between the two nations

The Independent UK · Feb 12, 2025

Sean "Diddy" Combs Sues NBCUniversal for $100 Million for Defamation From Prison

The American rapper and businessman is suing the entertainment corporation for their documentary 'Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy,' which covers the criminal allegations towards him.

Latin Times · Feb 12, 2025

California Teen Who Made Hundreds of 'Swatting' Calls of Bomb, Shooting Threats Learns His Fate

During his plea agreement, the teenager admitted of making more than 375 fake calls between August 2022 and January 2024

Latin Times · Feb 12, 2025

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American Citizen Released From Belarusian Prison Alongside Political Prisoners

Recent release of an American citizen and political prisoners in Belarus as a gesture to improve US-Belarus relations.

Al Jazeera · Feb 12, 2025

Gaza hospital chief Abu Safia detained, tortured in Israeli jail: Lawyer

The 51-year-old Hussam Abu Safia was detained by the Israeli army from Gaza in December.

The Independent UK · Feb 12, 2025

Federal appeals court upholds singer R. Kelly's convictions and 30-year prison term

A federal appeals court has upheld singer R. Kelly's racketeering convictions and a 30-year prison sentence, finding he exploited his fame for over a quarter century to sexually abuse girls and young women

The Independent UK · Feb 12, 2025

The Americans still left in Russian prisons: A ballerina, a teacher and a musician all await their return home

Here are the US citizens are still in custody in Russia after last year’s massive prisoner swap and subsequent releases

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Marie Claire · Feb 12, 2025

Why Princess Kate Was Shouted at by Inmates During Prison Visit

The Princess of Wales visited HMP Styal to learn more about its program for new and expectant mothers.

Latin Times · Feb 12, 2025

Man Sentenced to Over a Decade in Prison After Failing to Flush Cocaine Down the Toilet

A North Carolina man was handed a lengthy prison sentence after law enforcement determined he was part of a large drug trafficking operation in the state.

Russian Prisoner Released In Exchange For American Teacher's Freedom

American teacher Marc Fogel released from Russian detention in exchange for an unidentified Russian prisoner, showcasing successful diplomatic efforts betw...

The Independent UK · Feb 12, 2025

Man wrongly jailed for rape gets first compensation payout

His lawyer called for a £1 million cap on payouts to be lifted

Evening Standard · Feb 12, 2025

Wrongly convicted Andrew Malkinson at risk of losing social housing due to compensation law

His lawyer has called for a £1 million cap on payouts to be lifted

The Guardian - UK · Feb 12, 2025

MoJ to pay Andrew Malkinson ‘significant’ sum over wrongful rape conviction

Exclusive: Malkinson, who spent 17 years in prison, says he plans to use interim payment to visit family in Australia

The Guardian - UK · Feb 12, 2025

MoJ apologises to woman subjected to racism in prison mother and baby unit

The woman, who is black, was told to go back to her country, while her baby boy was referred to as a ‘monkey’

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