Israeli soldiers walk free after ‘sexual assault’ on Palestinian prisoner at Sde Teiman
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticised the investigation, saying that 'the state of Israel must pursue its enemies, not its heroic fighters.' [Continue Reading]
British tourist among 20 charged in Dubai over videos of Iranian missile strikes
UAE cybercrime law means sharing images or footage of war can bring jail, prison time and deportationA British man is among 20 people who have been charged in the United Arab Emirates under cybercrime laws in connection with filming and posting material related to Iranian attacks on the country.The 60-year-old man, understood to be a tourist who was visiting Dubai, was charged under a law that prohibits sharing material that could disturb public security. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Slovak Doomsday Prepper Sentenced to Five Years for Illegal Firearm and Ammunition Production
Stefan Fenyes, a Slovak national residing in Warwick, was sentenced at Birmingham Crown Court to five years in prison for possessing an illegal Czech-manufactured pistol with ammo and producing live rounds. The National Crime Agency (NCA) launched an investigation after Fenyes placed 227 online orders for tools and materials capable of manufacturing ammunition, including gun barrel cleaning brushes and reloading equipment. Fenyes, 47, admitted to his fixation with survivalism and doomsday prepping, which motivated his illegal activity. Authorities arrested him at his workplace in Royal Leamington Spa on March 20. This case underscores ongoing challenges law enforcement faces from individuals... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 16:48
IDF drops prosecution of reservists who allegedly raped Palestinian detainee
Israel's military has dropped the prosecution of five reservists accused of the violent rape of a Palestinian man at the Sde Teiman prison, under the cover of the war with Iran. [Continue Reading]
Ron DeSantis Wants Speedy Executions, and Lots of Them
After President Trump urged states to recommit themselves to capital punishment, Florida started to put prisoners to death at rates not seen in the state’s modern history. [Continue Reading]
Enoch Burke transferred to Castlerea Prison due to safety concerns after losing enhanced prisoner status
The ongoing legal saga involving teacher Enoch Burke has taken a significant turn as the High Court revealed details regarding his recent transfer to Castlerea Prison. The court learned that Burke's relocation was necessitated by safety concerns, given that he could not be adequately housed in the general population at Mountjoy Prison following the withdrawal of his enhanced prisoner status. This change occurred on March 1 and directly impacts Burke, who has been incarcerated since January for contempt of court after ignoring a ruling that prohibited him from returning to Wilson's Hospital School. Burke had previously enjoyed several privileges associated... [Continue Reading]
Enoch Burke transferred to Castlerea for safety - court
The High Court has heard that teacher Enoch Burke was transferred to Castlerea Prison because he could not be safely housed in the general population at Mountjoy after having his enhanced prisoner status removed from him due to his behaviour. [Continue Reading]
Iraqi official urges Australia to take back alleged IS fighters during meeting with ambassador
Iraq’s national security adviser Qassim al-Araji says he told Australian ambassador that countries should repatriate prisonersGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA senior Iraqi government official has implored Australia to repatriate a group of suspected Islamic State fighters, raising the issue with Canberra’s top diplomat in Baghdad just weeks after the detainees were transferred out of Syria.In a post on X, Iraq’s national security adviser, Qassim al-Araji, said he met with ambassador Glenn Miles last week, and told him that foreign detainees should be returned to their home countries. This is despite such a task being... [Continue Reading]
Sussex therapist who claimed he could heal trauma with sex jailed for 11 years
Exclusive: Judge describes Gerald Peck, who was banned from practising in the 1980s, as ‘a charlatan and a fraud’A therapist who claimed he could heal birth trauma through sexual touching and oral sex has been sentenced to 11 years in prison.Gerald Peck, who has live profiles promoting his work as a bodywork psychotherapist, was convicted of five sexual offences on 2 February, after being charged in October 2024. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
‘She didn’t want me to hug her’: carer of enslaved woman describes her recovery
Foster carer dismayed at time it took to help woman, who is having therapy, attending college and growing her hairWhen she finally arrived in a safe place after suffering a quarter of a century of mental and physical torment, she was frail and timid. She could not bear to be hugged, and craved hot showers, getting up at 3am to try to get clean.The foster carer who took in the woman who had been held and forced to work in “Dickensian conditions” in a house in an English market town said the victim remained terrified of her abuser, Amanda Wixon,... [Continue Reading]
Woman kept in ‘Dickensian’ servitude for 25 years speaks out as abuser jailed
Amanda Wixon, 56, sentenced to 13 years for keeping victim imprisoned at home in Gloucestershire since 1990s‘She didn’t want me to hug her’: carer of enslaved woman describes her recoveryA woman imprisoned and forced to work for a mother of 10 for more than a quarter of a century in “Dickensian” conditions has said nothing can give her back her lost years as her abuser was sentenced to 13 years.The woman, who was held by Amanda Wixon in Tewkesbury, said: “For 25 years I lived in fear, control and abuse. I was treated as though my life, my freedom and... [Continue Reading]
15 people given life terms for Moscow concert hall attack
A Russian military court has sentenced four men from Tajikistan and 11 accomplices to life in prison for a deadly attack on a Moscow concert hall in March 2024, according to state news agency TASS. [Continue Reading]
Bill Cosby, Out of Prison and the Public Eye, Faces Civil Trial
The entertainer whose conviction was overturned in 2021 still faces sex assault lawsuits from multiple women, including one playing out now in a California court. [Continue Reading]
He Was Convicted in a Fatal Hit and Run. Why Isn’t He in Prison?
A New Jersey jury found Harris Jacobs guilty of leaving the scene of an accident after he struck a pedestrian with his S.U.V. But jurors would not have the final word. [Continue Reading]
Senegal passes law doubling penalty for same-sex relations to 10 years in prison
Senegal’s parliament on Wednesday passed a law doubling the maximum prison term for same-sex relations to 10 years, intensifying a crackdown on the LGBTQ community. The bill, which also criminalizes promoting or financing such relationships, now awaits President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s signature amid reports of dozens of arrests since February. [Continue Reading]
Former Missouri police officer sentenced to two years for unlawfully seizing nude images from victims' smartphones during traffic stops
Julian Alcala, a former police officer from Missouri, has been sentenced to two years in prison following a case involving the unlawful seizure of nude images from victims' smartphones during traffic stops. This sentencing marks a crucial step in addressing misconduct within law enforcement that exploits individuals in vulnerable situations. The case against Alcala has garnered significant attention, as authorities have identified at least 20 victims whose privacy was violated by his actions. Following the sentence, Alcala is expected to face civil lawsuits from these victims in addition to the criminal charges that led to his incarceration. This ongoing scandal... [Continue Reading]
Ex-Officer Who Took Nude Images From Phones in Traffic Stops Is Sentenced
The former Missouri police officer, Julian Alcala, was sentenced to two years in prison and now faces civil lawsuits from several of the 20 victims the authorities identified. [Continue Reading]
Yorkton RCMP asks public to report sightings of Jefferson Jobb
Yorkton RCMP confirmed that on March 10, 2026, Jefferson Jobb escaped custody from the Whitespruce Provincial Training Centre. He was last seen around 1 p.m. on Broadway Street in Yorkton. Authorities launched an immediate manhunt, canvassing known locations frequented by Jobb and seeking public help to locate him. Jefferson Jobb is described as a tall and heavily tattooed man, standing approximately 6 feet 4 inches tall and weighing 245 pounds. His distinct tattoos include the numbers '306' on his cheek, which could aid recognition. At this time, it is unclear what clothing he wore at the time of escape. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Mar 2026 16:42
Argentina grants asylum to Brazilian fugitive convicted in January 8 riots, impacting South American political dynamics
Argentina's decision to grant asylum to a Brazilian fugitive, Joel Borges Correa, convicted for his role in the January 8 riots, marks a significant development in South American politics. The riots, which involved an assault on major government buildings, including Brazil's Congress and Presidential Palace, highlighted the intense political polarization following Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's electoral victory over former President Jair Bolsonaro. This asylum ruling, announced recently, is poised to influence Brazil's upcoming political landscape as debates on governance and national security intensify. The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) report revealed that while two senior public servants engaged in corrupt... [Continue Reading]
Prison inmate charged with Huntley murder appears in court
Ian Huntley had been serving a life sentence with a minimum term of 40 years for the murders of 10-year-olds Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman. [Continue Reading]
Second Man Charged with Murder Relating to Methamphetamine Trafficking
Authorities charged Taliau Tauvela-Afalava, 31, of Aiea, Hawaii, in connection with the March 27, 2021, murder of a man who allegedly failed to pay for methamphetamine. He appeared in court as a co-defendant of Filimone Tavake, 38, of San Francisco, who was indicted and arrested in March 2024. The victim was shot multiple times outside his residence. Surveillance footage showed an unmarked vehicle near the home before the shooting, with two men walking toward the victim’s street and running away following gunshots. Investigators matched the vehicle's infotainment system to phone numbers linked to both suspects. Tauvela-Afalava faces charges including using... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Mar 2026 10:42
Woman jailed for nine years for smuggling arsenal of military grade weapons
A 40-year-old woman from Bristol has been sentenced to nine years in prison after authorities intercepted a large cache of military-grade firearms and Class A drugs she smuggled into the UK. Kasha Sanderson was stopped by Border Force officials at Dover Eastern Docks as she arrived on a ferry from Calais, France, while driving an Irish-registered vehicle. Inside custom-built compartments, officers found 13 weapons including two Skorpion submachine guns, an Uzi, a Glock handgun, converted blank pistols, alongside 289 rounds of ammunition and 5 kilograms of heroin valued at approximately £500,000. Sanderson, who was unemployed at the time, admitted involvement... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Mar 2026 10:33
Swiss Businessman Extradited to the United States Pleads Guilty to International Securities Fraud Scheme
Martin Schlaepfer, a 67-year-old Swiss businessman, admitted guilt to charges related to a multimillion-dollar securities fraud that duped investors with fictitious investment opportunities. Acting as the CEO of the sham Malom Group AG, Schlaepfer and co-conspirators lured victims by promising access to lucrative investments and substantial loans backed by fabricated bank documents. Victims wired approximately $6 million, which was diverted for personal use by the conspirators. Initially indicted in 2013, Schlaepfer evaded arrest for nearly 11 years before being detained in Italy in September 2024. He was extradited to the United States in July 2025 to face prosecution. This case... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Mar 2026 10:30
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey Commutes Death Sentence of Charles Burton Before Scheduled Execution
The governor of Alabama, Kay Ivey, has commuted the death sentence of 75-year-old Charles "Sonny" Burton just days before his scheduled execution. This decision comes after it was established that Burton did not pull the trigger in the crime for which he was convicted. He was sentenced to death in 1992 for his role as an accomplice in a robbery that resulted in the death of Doug Battle, a customer in a shop in Talladega, Alabama. Burton's involvement in the crime dates back to 1991 when he was one of six individuals participating in the robbery. During the incident, his... [Continue Reading]
Two men sentenced to 15 years in prison for violent attack and robbery of gay men in Kenya, raising hopes for LGBTQ+ rights
The recent sentencing of two individuals for the violent attack and robbery of two gay men in Kenya has sparked optimism among LGBTQ+ rights advocates in the country. On March 3, two perpetrators, identified as Abel Meli & Another, received 15-year prison sentences for their crimes at the Milimani Law Courts situated in Nairobi. This ruling is viewed as an encouraging sign for Kenya's queer community by various human rights organizations as it signifies a rare instance where justice has been served amid rising hostility toward sexual and gender minorities. Njeri Gateru, the executive director of the National Gay and... [Continue Reading]
Prison sentences for pair who attacked gay men hailed as sign of hope for Kenya’s LGBTQ+ community
The perpetrators were jailed for 15 years for robbery with violence in the east African country, where homophobic attacks are increasingThe sentencing of two people who attacked and robbed two gay men in Kenya has been hailed by LGBTQ+ rights advocates as a breakthrough and a sign of hope for the country’s queer community. “Abel Meli & Another” were sentenced to 15 years in prison for robbery with violence on 3 March at Milimani law courts in Nairobi.The ruling is a rare example of justice being served for the queer community in Kenya. Njeri Gateru, the executive director of the... [Continue Reading]
Harvey Weinstein calls prison ‘hell’ in interview behind bars
Disgraced movie mogul and convicted rapist Harvey Weinstein says life in prison is “hell” in an interview where he repeatedly claimed he was not guilty of any crimes. The man who once effectively ruled Hollywood before a spectacular fall from grace at the start of the #MeToo movement said he was trapped in his cell at New York’s Rikers Island, with only guards for company. “It’s too dangerous for me to be around anyone else. Other inmates get to go to the yard. But every time I’m out there, I... [Continue Reading]
Florida woman charged with attempted murder after shooting at Rihanna's Beverly Hills residence
A Florida woman has been charged with attempted murder following a shooting incident at the Beverly Hills residence of singer Rihanna. Ivanna Lisette Ortiz, 35, allegedly fired 10 rounds from a semiautomatic firearm into the property on Sunday. The charges were formally filed against her on Tuesday, which included one count of attempted murder, 10 counts of assault with a deadly weapon, and three counts of shooting at an inhabited dwelling, all felonies. According to Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell, at least 10 individuals were present at the mansion during the shooting, although it remains unconfirmed whether Rihanna, her... [Continue Reading]
Texas Woman Found Innocent After 22 Years in Prison Faces Deportation Threat
Carmen Mejia was cleared of murder in connection with the death of a baby in her care, who was scalded by hot water in 2003 in Austin, Texas. Federal officials said she will be allowed to stay in the U.S. [Continue Reading]
Brazil’s Jair Bolsonaro seeks court approval for visit from Trump official
Lawyers for Bolsonaro have petitioned for Trump adviser Darren Beattie to meet the ex-president in a Brasilia prison. [Continue Reading]
Alabama governor spares death row inmate set for nitrogen gas execution
Kay Ivey commutes sentence of Charles ‘Sonny’ Burton, saying death penalty would be unfair as he did not fire the fatal shotSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxThe governor of Alabama commuted the death sentence of a 75-year-old inmate who was set to be executed this week, even though he was not in the building when the victim of the murder he was sentenced for was killed. Kay Ivey, the Republican governor of the state, reduced Charles “Sonny” Burton’s sentence to life in prison without possibility of parole this week. The move... [Continue Reading]
Iranians living in UK tell Starmer that war will only strengthen Tehran regime
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe among more than 100 signatories to letter urging PM not to get drawn further into the conflictNazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe is among three of Iran’s former political prisoners and more than 100 Iranians living in the UK who have urged the British prime minister not to get drawn further into the Iran conflict.They are all signatories in a letter to Keir Starmer saying the way the war is being conducted is strengthening the regime in Tehran. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Enoch Burke says move from Mountjoy has no basis in law
Teacher Enoch Burke has said moving him from a Dublin prison to one in Co Roscommon has no basis in law. [Continue Reading]
Ex-Missouri house speaker sentenced 21 months for misusing Covid relief funds
John Diehl admitted using federal pandemic loans for country club dues, cars and other personal expensesSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxA former Missouri state house speaker was sentenced Monday to 21 months in prison after pleading guilty to wire fraud for misusing federal Covid-19 relief funds for his personal benefit, including the payments of his country club dues and three cars.John Diehl, the former Republican house speaker, received about $380,000 in federal loans for his law firm between 2020 and 2022 through a program intended to help cover operating expenses for... [Continue Reading]
Missouri drops murder charge against man who opened fire at Super Bowl rally
Man was among at least six people who started shooting outside Union Station in state, which has adopted stand your ground lawSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxA man who initially faced a murder charge for opening fire following the Kansas City Chiefs’ 2024 Super Bowl win was sentenced Monday to two years in prison in a case prosecutors said was complicated by the state’s self-defense laws.Dominic Miller, who pleaded guilty to a weapons charge as part of a plea deal, was among at least six people to start shooting in the... [Continue Reading]
Inmate charged with murder of Soham killer Ian Huntley
A prison inmate has been charged with the murder of Soham killer Ian Huntley, police say. [Continue Reading]
Prisoner charged with murder of Soham killer Ian Huntley
Anthony Russell, 43, will appear in court via video link on Wednesday accused of attack at HMP FranklandA fellow inmate has been charged with the murder of the child killer Ian Huntley in a maximum security prison, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has said.Anthony Russell, 43, will appear before magistrates charged with murdering the 52-year-old at HMP Frankland, in County Durham. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Hong Kong police officer sentenced to 16 months for extortion in rape case investigation
A Hong Kong police officer, Ng Wai-fung, has been sentenced to 16 months in prison for extortion stemming from his investigation into a rape case involving a 16-year-old girl. The District Court handed down the sentence on March 10, highlighting Ng's overreach in his attempt to seek justice for the victim. This case has brought to the forefront questions surrounding police conduct in sensitive investigations and the implications of a rogue officer acting outside legal boundaries. Throughout the investigation, Ng was reportedly discontent with the Department of Justice’s decision not to press charges against a 19-year-old suspect, who he believed... [Continue Reading]
Tuesday briefing: Inside the increasingly heated debate about who can – and can’t – vote in the UK
In today’s newsletter: In the wake of this year’s Commonwealth Day, a look at the complex framework of voting rules in different parts of the UKGood morning. In the wake of the Green party’s victory in the Gorton and Denton byelection, Nigel Farage claimed his party would have won if the vote had been restricted to “British-born voters”. The Greens dismissed the suggestion as “dangerous, racist nonsense”.But the argument has thrown fresh attention on a little-understood feature of the UK’s electoral system: who is actually allowed to vote. As it stands, some non-UK citizens – including certain Commonwealth nationals –... [Continue Reading]
Three Australians sentenced to prison in Bali for involvement in fatal shooting of Melbourne man Zivan Radmanovic
A court in Bali, Indonesia, has sentenced three Australian citizens, Mevlut Coskun, Paea I Middlemore Tupou, and Darcy Jenson, to prison terms for their involvement in the fatal shooting of Zivan Radmanovic, a 32-year-old from Melbourne. The sentences handed down are 16 years for Coskun and 12 years each for Tupou and Jenson. The incident occurred in 2025, with prosecutors revealing that the defendants were allegedly hired by an unidentified individual to carry out the shooting. The case has drawn significant media attention, particularly due to the circumstances surrounding the events that led to the shooting. The three men were... [Continue Reading]
Ekrem Imamoglu on trial for corruption charges amid claims of political motivation against his potential presidential candidacy
Ekrem Imamoglu, the former mayor of Istanbul, is currently on trial for corruption charges that have been widely characterized as politically motivated. This trial, which has garnered international attention, is viewed by many as part of a broader effort to undermine Imamoglu's political influence and potential candidacy against President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Imamoglu's arrest occurred nearly one year ago when he was formally selected as the presidential candidate for the opposition Republican People's Party (CHP). The case against Imamoglu has drawn criticism from numerous rights organizations that argue the accusations lack substantive evidence and reflect a system skewed against political... [Continue Reading]
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu's corruption trial begins amid allegations of political motivation and potential lengthy prison sentence
Ekrem Imamoglu, the jailed mayor of Istanbul, has gone on trial in a sweeping corruption case critics claim is politically motivated, aimed at undermining his intention to challenge President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. This significant trial commenced amidst heightened tensions, arising from a series of charges that could potentially see Imamoglu sentenced to an extraordinary 2,430 years in prison due to allegations of graft. The trial opened at the Silivri court, with proceedings beginning on March 9. Early on, the judge faced backlash, suspending the session just 15 minutes in, which was met with cheers from supporters in attendance. As Imamoglu... [Continue Reading]
Indonesian court convicts two Australians for murder of Melbourne father in Bali, sentencing them to 16 years in prison
In a significant legal development, an Indonesian court has convicted two Australian men for the murder of Zivan Radmanovic, a 32-year-old Melbourne father, who was shot in a villa in Bali last year. Both offenders have been sentenced to 16 years in prison after the court determined their actions constituted murder. This case has garnered considerable attention in both Australia and Indonesia, shedding light on issues surrounding crime and justice in tourist hotspots. The incident occurred when the two men, identified as Tupou and Coskun, wrongly believed Radmanovic to be the individual they were sent to intimidate. During the court... [Continue Reading]
Former Apple Daily editor Lam Man-chung files appeal to reduce 10-year sentence under Hong Kong's national security law
Lam Man-chung, the former executive editor of the now-defunct Apple Daily, has officially filed an appeal seeking to reduce his 10-year sentence related to collusion offences under Hong Kong's national security law. This legal action marks him as the second defendant to pursue a reduced sentence after a significant crackdown on press freedoms in the region, highlighting the ongoing tensions around journalistic integrity within the jurisdiction. The appeal was lodged at the Hong Kong Court of Appeal on Friday, just ahead of the statutory 28-day deadline for criminal appeals, which expires on Monday. Lam and several former senior executives of... [Continue Reading]
Two Iranian vessels depart Chinese port carrying materials linked to rocketry amid escalating US-Iran tensions
In a significant development amidst escalating tensions, two Iranian vessels have left a Chinese port reportedly carrying materials linked to rocketry. Experts believe these ships are transporting a crucial precursor for rocket fuel, raising concerns about their potential role in the ongoing conflict involving Iran. The departure of these vessels occurs while military hostilities between the United States and Iran continue to unfold, marking a potential pivot in the geopolitical landscape of the region. Official confirmations surrounding the specific contents of the vessels remain sparse. However, the fact that they were permitted to depart from China during a time of... [Continue Reading]
Ukrainian President Zelensky visits frontline troops as 500 soldiers are exchanged in Ukraine-Russia prisoner-of-war deal
As part of ongoing diplomatic efforts, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited frontline troops in eastern Ukraine on Friday. This visit coincided with the completion of a significant prisoner-of-war exchange between Ukraine and Russia, which involved 500 soldiers from each side. This exchange represents a rare tangible outcome amidst diplomatic dialogues aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict. Zelensky was at the eastern front line, specifically in areas near Druzhkivka and Kostiantynivka in the Donetsk region. He expressed his appreciation for the Ukrainian forces defending these strategic positions against increasing Russian military pressure. Reports suggest that Moscow is gearing up for an... [Continue Reading]
U.S. Justice Department intensifies efforts to charge high-ranking Cuban officials amid pressure from Trump administration
The U.S. Justice Department has begun to intensify its efforts to charge high-ranking officials within the Cuban government. This initiative comes amid increasing pressure from the Trump administration, which has escalated its rhetorical assaults on the leadership of Cuba. The announcement marks a significant development in U.S.-Cuban relations, indicating a more aggressive stance toward the island's authorities. According to recent reports, the Justice Department has formed a specialized working group dedicated to evaluating the potential for federal charges against individuals or entities linked to Cuba’s government. This group’s efforts appear to align with broader U.S. diplomatic strategies aimed at confronting... [Continue Reading]
