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Terrorist friend of arena bomber freed from jail despite Parole Board concerns

Officials consider Abdalraouf Abdallah still poses a high risk of serious harm to the public.

Evening Standard · Nov 26, 2024

Florida Inmate Compares Herself to 'Virgin Mary' After Getting Pregnant from Saran-Wrapped Semen Tossed Into Air Vent By Fellow Prisoner

A Florida prison inmate has been compared to the Virgin Mary after falling pregnant with the child of another inmate despite the two never having met face to face.

Latin Times · Nov 26, 2024

Killer tries to escape prison twice in one day using homemade handcuff keys – and gets hands on officer’s gun

Michael McLellan, 40, was convicted of murdering 13-year-old Hania Noelia Aguilar in North Carolina

The Independent UK · Nov 26, 2024

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Menendez Brothers Await Decision On Possible Prison Release

Learn about the latest developments in the Menendez brothers' case as they await potential release from prison.

Inside the only college class in Texas to help prepare inmates for life after prison

More than 250 Texas prisoners are on the waitlist to join the Lee College reentry class. Programs like these prepare students to find jobs and help lower recidivism.

The Texas Tribune · Nov 26, 2024

French Prosecutors Have Demanded A Maximum 20-Year Prison Sentence For Dominique Pelicot

French prosecutors have demanded a maximum 20 year sentence for Dominique Pelicot in the rape case that has gripped the world.

Pedestrian.tv · Nov 26, 2024

South Korean Man Avoids Prison By Pledging Military Service

South Korean man avoids military service by overeating, sparking debates on conscription and gender equality.

From Egypt to India, five jailed men who feel abandoned by Britain

A media mogul, a computer programmer, a developer, a trade unionist, and a Sikh activist – the prisoners arbitrarily detained abroad

The Guardian - UK · Nov 26, 2024

What to know about the Menendez brothers' resentencing plea

A judge has delayed until January his decision on whether to resentence Erik and Lyle Menendez for killing their parents in their Beverly Hills mansion 35 years ago

The Independent UK · Nov 26, 2024

South Korean man convicted for deliberately gaining weight to evade military service

An acquittance of the man received a suspended one-year prison term for aiding his crime

The Independent UK · Nov 26, 2024

'Danger to women': creek rapist seeks less jail time

A violent serial rapist who has been labelled a "significant" danger to women is trying to reduce his two-decade prison term on appeal.

AAP · Nov 26, 2024

Coronation Street spoilers: Rowan Cunliffe is finally sent to prison?

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WhatToWatch · Nov 26, 2024

Florida Woman Sentenced To 25 Years For Shooting Neighbor

A white woman in Florida sentenced to 25 years for shooting her Black neighbor, highlighting the importance of peaceful conflict resolution and fostering u...

Florida White Woman Who Shot Black Neighbor Through Door Sentenced To 25 Years

A white Florida woman who was found guilty of manslaughter after shooting her Black neighbor through her front door was sentenced to 25 years in prison on Monday.

International Business Times · Nov 25, 2024

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The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2024

White woman sentenced to 25 years in prison for gunning down Black neighbor through door

Prosecutors said A.J. Owens had come to Lorincz’s home after her children complained that she had thrown roller skates and an umbrella at them, which Susan Lorincz denied

Latin Times · Nov 25, 2024

State Law Blocks Wrongfully Convicted Man Who Spent Quarter-Century Behind Bars from Getting Full Damages Awarded by Jury

A man who spent 26 years in prison for a murder he did not commit will take home a fraction of the $13 million awarded to him thanks to a state law.

The Guardian - US · Nov 25, 2024

Judge delays hearing on Menendez brothers’ bid to be released early

Resentencing put back until 30 January in part to let newly elected Los Angeles district attorney weigh in on case

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2024

Menendez brothers’ aunts beg for their release as judge delays resentencing hearing

Erik and Lyle Menendez were found guilty of murdering Jose and Kitty Menendez in 1989 and sentenced to life in prison

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The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2024

The Thanksgiving meal Diddy will eat in prison if he isn’t granted bail

Combs’s Thanksgiving dinner in jail will be a far cry from the luxury he’s used to

Reason · Nov 25, 2024

Backpage Founder Michael Lacey Released on Bail

Lacey can await the resolution of his appeal outside of prison.

Latin Times · Nov 25, 2024

Miscarrying Texas Mother Becomes Latest Woman to Die As Doctors Risk 99-Year Prison Sentence for Administering Life-Saving Drug

A Texas woman became the third to die as a result of the state's abortion ban when legislation prevented a doctor from administering life-saving care.

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2024

A Russian charged with sending video of military equipment to Ukraine gets 14 years in prison

A Russian man has been convicted of treason and sentenced to 14 years in prison after being found guilty of high treason for a video he sent to Ukraine’s security services

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2024

White woman who shot dead Black neighbor through closed door in dispute over kids faces manslaughter sentencing

Susan Lorincz, 60, was convicted of killing 35-year-old Ajike ‘A.J.’ Owens when she fired a single shot through a closed door in June 2023

Radio France Internationale · Nov 25, 2024

Prosecutors demand maximum term for Frenchman in mass rape trial

The prosecution has requested Dominique Pelicot be sentenced to prison for 20 years for drugging and raping his then wife Gisèle Pelicot and recruiting dozens of others to rape her for nearly a decade.

International Business Times · Nov 25, 2024

A Dozen Black Inmates Reportedly Self-Immolated At Virginia Supermax Prison To Escape 'Intolerable Racism, Abuse, and Inhumane Conditions'

Inmates at Red Onion State Prison have reportedly self-immolated in a bid to get transferred away from what they call abusive guards.

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