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Shock as family of Katie Allan who took her own life in Polmont prison could be forced to withdraw from inquiry

Katie Allan, 21, from Giffnock, and William Lindsay, 16, took their own lives while at Polmont prison. Katie's parents were informed their application for legal funding had been denied.

Glasgow Live · Jul 11, 2023

Shock as family of woman who took own life in prison denied legal aid for inquiry

A LAWYER representing the families of two young people who took their lives in custody has said it would be “unbelievable” if one was forced to…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 11, 2023

Elizabeth Holmes just quietly got her prison sentence reduced by 2 years

The Theranos founder will now be out in 2032.

Fortune · Jul 11, 2023

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Family of woman who took own life in prison could be forced to withdraw from FAI

Katie Allan, 21, and William Lindsay, 16, died in 2018.

The Independent UK · Jul 11, 2023

Prison officer, 26, had relationship with killer inmate

The officer was caught out when her number was found in a phone she had smuggled in

Liverpool Echo · Jul 11, 2023

The mysterious connection between Larry Nassar and Jeffrey Epstein

Larry Nassar has been stabbed multiple times in prison months after new details emerged about a surprise connection between him and late paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. Will the details ever be made public? Rachel Sharp reports

The Independent UK · Jul 11, 2023

Kalvin Phillips opens up on visiting father in prison and 'amazing' wish for his release

Manchester City and England midfielder Kalvin Phillips has opened up on his father’s stint in prison and has revealed what his plans are with him for when he is eventually released

Daily Mirror · Jul 11, 2023

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Report finds failings over ex-prisoner who stabbed eight in Birmingham

Zephaniah McLeod was not appropriately treated and medicated for his mental illness, report says

The Guardian - UK · Jul 11, 2023

People not doing their job led to my son being killed

Jacob Billington, from Crosby, was stabbed in the neck at random by a man with severe mental health problems

Liverpool Echo · Jul 11, 2023

Mother of stabbing spree victim slams ‘massive’ failings after inquiry report

An independent investigation found Zephaniah McLeod had been released from prison with no statutory supervision from any criminal justice services.

The Independent UK · Jul 11, 2023

Katie Allan's mum in heartbreaking tribute ahead of inquiry into tragic deaths at Polmont prison

Linda Allan said her daughter Katie is "by their sides" as the first hearing in a Fatal Accident Inquiry into her death as well as that of 16-year-old William Lindsay is held at Falkirk Sheriff Court.

Glasgow Live · Jul 11, 2023

Egyptians launch online campaign for Gamal Mubarak as president

Campaigners launch Twitter hashtag and Facebook page, calling for Gamal Mubarak to run for president in April 2024.

Al Jazeera · Jul 11, 2023

HMP Northumberland prisoner showered with boiling water in attack by fellow inmate

Violent robber Adam Smith poured water from a kettle onto Samuel Birch as he lay on his cell bed at HMP Northumberland

Chronicle Live · Jul 11, 2023

Australian democracy activist Chau Van Kham released from Vietnam jail and reunited with family

Seventy-four-year-old’s health had deteriorated in prison and he was released on humanitarian grounds

The Guardian - AU · Jul 11, 2023

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Al Jazeera · Jul 11, 2023

UN told Israel turns Palestinian territory into outdoor prison

UN expert says some 800,000 Palestinians, including children as young as 12, detained by Israel since 1967 occupation.

The Guardian - US · Jul 11, 2023

Elizabeth Holmes’ 11-year prison sentence shortened by two years

Release date changed to 2032, records show, but reasons for change are unclear

The Independent UK · Jul 10, 2023

Elizabeth Holmes has two years shaved off her sentence, records show

Theranos founder will be eligible for release on 29 December 2032, nearly two years before sentence was scheduled to end

The Independent UK · Jul 10, 2023

The mysterious connection between Larry Nassar and Jeffrey Epstein

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The Independent UK · Jul 10, 2023

A Libyan court jails 38 human traffickers over the deaths of 11 Europe-bound migrants at sea

Libya’s chief prosecutor says a court in the east of the country has sentenced five people to life in prison after they were convicted of human trafficking over the deaths of 11 migrants who were on a rickety boat trying to cross the Mediterranean to Europe

Liverpool Echo · Jul 10, 2023

Violent thug told ex he'd 'crush her skull and watch her die'

Kyle Brook began harassing his ex-girlfriend almost immediately after being released from prison

Daily Mirror · Jul 10, 2023

Survival experts reveal three ways suspect living in woods after fleeing jail may be found

What's happening in the woods around where Michael Burham escaped from a Warren County, Pennsylvania, prison last week? Survival experts have some ideas and also shared what it might take to catch him

The Independent UK · Jul 10, 2023

Belarusian journalist faces up to 6 years in prison for opposition reporting

A prominent Belarusian journalist is facing up to six years in prison as part of the government's years-long crackdown on independent media and human rights activists

Al Jazeera · Jul 10, 2023

Larry Nassar, US doctor who abused athletes, stabbed in prison

Disgraced doctor convicted of sexual abuse is stabbed multiple times but is reportedly in stable condition.

Belfast Live · Jul 10, 2023

Co Antrim man who knocked out pub doorman's teeth has prison sentence reduced on appeal

"This court also recognises that our society would benefit from people seeing the error of their ways"

The Independent UK · Jul 10, 2023

Larry Nassar stabbed in prison: Everything we know about attack against disgraced doctor

Disgraced sports doctor Larry Nassar was reportedly stabbed by a fellow inmate on Sunday

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