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Oscar-nominated co-writer of 'It Was Just an Accident' released from Iranian prison

The Oscar-nominated cowriter of “It Was Just an Accident” has been released from an Iranian prison 17 days after his arrest

The Independent UK

As Australia’s prisons evade scrutiny, conditions inside are getting worse

The lawyer for the accused Bondi Beach gunman, Naveed Akram, commented in court that his client was subject to “very onerous conditions” at Goulburn’s supermax prison. Goulburn Correctional Complex, in New South Wales, houses the country’s highest security prison.

The Conversation

‘No guarantee’ bus driver’s killer won’t be given free bus pass upon release from prison

Teenager is expected to walk free in 'matter of weeks' after conviction for 2024 attack

The Independent UK

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Pennsylvania man cleared after 43 years in prison for murder denied bail during deportation fight

A Pennsylvania man who spent 43 years in prison before his murder conviction was overturned has been denied bail while he fights deportation

The Independent UK

Dangerous prisoner escapes police custody again just days after being caught

Daniel Boakye, 21, was jailed for a series of knifepoint robberies in London

Evening Standard

Secret prison documents show government plan to tackle IPP scandal will fail

Exclusive: Damning projections reveal the government’s action plan to progress IPP prisoners is a ‘failure’, which will leave at least 500 prisoners languishing without release 18 years after the sentence was abolished

The Independent UK

‘I feel like I’m in a financial prison’: Trump Wall Street plan puts ‘mom and pop’ investors at risk

Trump says everyday Americans deserve a chance to buy higher-risk ‘alternative’ investments. Critics say this could lead to big losses for small investors

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Steve Bannon told Epstein that Trump should be removed during his first term using the 25th Amendment

Bannon served a four-month prison sentence in 2024 for defying a subpoena as Congress investigated the pro-Trump January riot at the U.S. Capitol

The Independent UK

Naomi Campbell had way more contact with Epstein than previously believed, files reveal

Supermodel continued to associate with Epstein after his 2008 sex crime conviction

The Independent UK

2 years on, Navalny's death still casts a shadow over Russia and wider Europe

Mourners in Moscow have marked two years since Russian opposition leder Alexei Navalny died in an Arctic prison, as a new European analysis fuels murder claims

The Independent UK

Imran Khan’s physician says report of ‘improvement’ in ex-PM’s eyesight cannot be verified

A team of doctors treating Pakistan’s imprisoned former premier Imran Khan has reported “improvement” in his eyesight, his personal physician said, but added he could neither confirm nor deny the assessment as he had no access to the former premier

The Independent UK

Indian-origin man poses as Singapore cop to seek help from President Tharman Shanmugaratnam: Here's why

An Indian-origin man in Singapore received a nine-month jail sentence for impersonating a prison officer. Prakash Paramasivam, 25, emailed Singaporean President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and other officials, falsely claiming innocence in past convictions and alleging domestic abuse. He also used a forged medical certificate to skip court, revealing a pattern of…

The Times of India

Imran Khan’s family ‘extremely worried’ after he is denied hospital treatment for eye condition

Former Pakistan PM’s party says medical assessment carried out inside prison only ‘deepens suspicion’

The Independent UK

Motorists could face ‘mandatory’ driving ban for road offences under tougher laws

Drug-driving over legal limit could land motorists in prison for a year with £10,000 fines

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The Independent UK

Bondi Beach attack suspect gives single-word answers in first court appearance

Naveed Akram appears via video link from supermax facility, wearing a green prison jumper

The Independent UK

Woman denied legal abortion sent to maximum-security prison after illegally terminating pregnancy

A young woman in Zambia was sent to a maximum-security prison after she was denied a legal abortion

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Photo Comparison Sparks Debate About Ghislaine Maxwell’s Appearance

“Are they deliberately mocking us by picking such a bad ‘lookalike?’” one commenter asked.

The Independent UK

Kansas woman jailed for falsely accusing estranged astronaut spouse of committing a crime while on the ISS

Summer Heather Worden, the estranged spouse of NASA astronaut Anne McClain, was sentenced to three months in prison

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The Guardian - US

Maxwell’s clemency pitch: can Epstein accomplice talk her way out of prison?

Experts question convicted sex trafficker’s motivations as she claims she can reveal ‘truth’ in exchange for freedom

The Guardian - UK

‘Every role I do, I’m going to be a Black man first’: David Jonsson on winning Baftas, rebooting Alien and leaving TV’s hottest show

He went from being the east London boy who was expelled from school to becoming the Bafta award‑winning star of Alien: Romulus. Ahead of his prison drama Wasteman, David Jonsson discusses the pressures of being a leading Black British actor

The Times of India

Massive crackdown: Saudi Arabia arrests over 21,000 for residency and labour law violations in one week

Saudi Arabia's crackdown on residency, labour, and border security violations yielded over 21,000 infractions in a week. Authorities arrested thousands attempting illegal entry and exit, including those aiding them. Severe penalties, including hefty fines and imprisonment, await offenders and facilitators. The ministry urges public reporting of violations.

Euronews

Hunger strike of relatives for the quick release of Venezuelan dissidents

Ten people began a hunger strike in Venezuela to demand the release of the remaining 33 political prisoners at Zona 7, while 17 were freed on Saturday. Relatives continue to protest for an amnesty law.

The Times of India

Saudi Arabia warns of SR50,000 fine for unreported visa overstays, jail and deportation risk

Saudi Arabia is cracking down on visit visa overstays, holding sponsors accountable. Failure to report expired visas can lead to hefty fines up to SR50,000, imprisonment, or deportation for non-Saudi residents. Authorities also warned against aiding violators, emphasizing strict enforcement and confidential reporting of any breaches.

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Why Do Millions Still Talk About These 7 Moments from Lord Krishna’s Life?

The life of Lord Krishna is a timeless blend of miracles, courage, love, and wisdom that continues to inspire millions across the world. From his joyful childhood in Vrindavan to his powerful guidance on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, Krishna’s journey teaches faith, duty, and devotion. His actions, recorded in sacred…

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Border officer faces 10 years in prison for breaking the very law he is supposed to be enforcing

He is in trouble for hiding his lover.

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