UK parents sue Meta after son's sextortion death
The parents of Murray Dowey, 16, who died by suicide after sextortion on Instagram, are suing Meta for wrongful death. The landmark UK case accuses the platform of prioritising profit over safety.
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Horizon victim forced to sue Post Office for redress
Former subpostmistress Janet Skinner takes legal action against the Post Office, seeking full compensation for her wrongful Horizon IT scandal conviction. Her solicitor warns more victims may follow.
Gang Rape Convictions Overturned on Appeal in NSW
Three NSW men have had their convictions for gang raping three teenagers overturned. Two will face a retrial, while a third is acquitted. Read the full legal details.
Ex-Senator Menendez Permanently Barred from Public Office
Former US Senator Bob Menendez is permanently barred from holding public office in New Jersey following his conviction for bribery and acting as an agent of Egypt. Read the full story.
US Support for Honduran President Revealed After Pardon
The controversial pardon of ex-Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernández exposes a decade of US support for his regime, spanning Obama, Trump, and Biden administrations. Explore the full story.
San Diego $12m Settlement in Police Shooting of Konoa Wilson
San Diego agrees to a $12 million settlement with the family of Konoa Wilson, a 23-year-old fatally shot by police in 2022. The case has reignited debates over US policing and use of force.
12-year sentence for app rape in Birmingham
A man who used a flatsharing app to lure a vulnerable teenager to his home, where he strangled and raped her, has been jailed for 12 years. Read the full court report.
Man from high-profile family guilty of digital rape
A man from a prominent Melbourne family has been found guilty of digitally raping his friend's girlfriend. The jury heard he pretended to be her boyfriend in a dark bedroom.
UK-jailed Albanian rapist wanted for Kosovo armed robbery
Rinor Korqa, serving a UK sentence for a predatory rape, is wanted in Kosovo for a 2017 armed home robbery. The Home Secretary must decide on the extradition request.
Police consider corporate manslaughter in Post Office scandal
Corporate manslaughter charges are now being considered as the criminal probe into the Horizon Post Office scandal widens. Police appeal for victims to come forward.
Police eye corporate manslaughter in Post Office scandal
Police investigating the Post Office Horizon scandal are now considering corporate manslaughter charges. The criminal probe has expanded to include more suspects and persons of interest. Read the latest.
Trump to pardon ex-Honduras leader on drug charges
Donald Trump announces a full pardon for Juan Orlando Hernández, the former Honduran president serving a 45-year US sentence for drug trafficking. Explore the case details and political implications.
Peru's Castillo gets 11-year sentence for rebellion
Peru's Supreme Court sentences ex-President Pedro Castillo to 11 years for attempting to dissolve Congress and rule by decree. Read the full story of Peru's political turmoil.
OpenAI denies ChatGPT caused teenager's death
OpenAI faces wrongful death lawsuit after teenager's suicide, claiming ChatGPT misuse. The AI company denies liability while expressing sympathy for family's loss.
Campbell's Soup exec suspended over 'poor people' comments
Campbell's Soup executive Martin Bally suspended after allegedly calling company products 'food for poor people' in lawsuit. Read the shocking details and company response.
West London man found guilty of rape in Slough
Andrew Collins from Greenford has been convicted of rape after plying a vulnerable woman with alcohol. He awaits sentencing in January 2026.
First transgender hate speech conviction in NSW
A New South Wales man becomes the first convicted of gender identity hate speech after posting violent YouTube comments. Read about this landmark legal case.
Spanish Attorney General Found Guilty in Leak Scandal
Spain's top prosecutor Álvaro García Ortiz is banned for two years after a Supreme Court conviction for leaking confidential information, a major setback for PM Pedro Sánchez.
Police Chief Fined £50K for Court Contempt
Northamptonshire Chief Constable Ivan Balhatchet fined £50,000 after force repeatedly ignored court orders to hand over arrest footage. Judges condemn 'wilfully disobedient' police behaviour.
FBI Employee Fired Over Pride Flag Files Lawsuit
David Maltinsky, a 16-year FBI veteran, alleges wrongful termination after displaying Pride flag at his desk. Lawsuit names FBI director and justice department.
Activists' harassment convictions overturned
Two pro-Palestine activists have their convictions for harassing Labour MP Alex Davies-Jones overturned. Judge rules prosecution was not necessary. Read the full story.
David Carrick guilty of rape and child molestation
Former Met Police officer David Carrick convicted of raping an ex-partner and molesting a 12-year-old girl. His horrific offending spanned 35 years. Learn more about the case.
Wrongly jailed 38 years: Man accuses police of abuse
Peter Sullivan, wrongly imprisoned for 38 years, reveals police brutality and false confession tactics. His conviction quashed after DNA evidence. Read his emotional story.
Trump-pardoned fraudster gets 37 years for new scam
Eliyahu Weinstein, pardoned by Donald Trump in 2021, sentenced to 37 years for defrauding investors of $35m in medical supply scheme. Read the shocking details.
O.J. Simpson Estate Pays $58M to Goldman Family
Fred Goldman finally receives justice as O.J. Simpson's estate accepts $58 million claim for his son's wrongful death. Read the full settlement details.
Parents win £20k after wrongful school WhatsApp arrest
Hertfordshire couple compensated after police admit unlawful arrest over school complaints in private WhatsApp group. Read their full story.
East London rapist jailed for 2019 station attack
Marvin Ogbogbo, 23, from Stratford, has been sentenced to four years for raping a 14-year-old girl at Chafford Hundred station in 2019 after grooming her online. Read the full report.
Ex-Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina Convicted in Absentia
Ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina found guilty of crimes against humanity for a deadly crackdown. Get the latest breaking news updates and alerts.
Nursery worker jailed for child rape in Surrey
Thomas Waller, 18, has been sentenced to 10 years for raping and sexually abusing young children at a Surrey nursery. The nursery has issued a statement on its safeguarding actions.
Man found guilty of stalking Penny Mordaunt
Edward Brandt, 61, convicted of stalking former Tory minister Penny Mordaunt after bombarding her with calls and jumping office barrier. Read the full court details.
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