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David Jonsson: ‘A life of prison and addiction was just one step away from me’

INTERVIEW: The ‘Rye Lane’ and ‘The Long Walk’ actor plays a terrified prison inmate in his new film ‘Wasteman’. He speaks to Adam White about how the role hit close to home, his perspective on his colour-blind casting in an Agatha Christie adaptation, and why he chose to step away…

The Independent UK

The real-life murder case behind ‘The Lady’: How Sarah Ferguson’s former dresser went from the palace to prison

IN FOCUS: A new drama about Jane Andrews, Sarah Ferguson’s ex-right-hand woman who ended up in jail for murder, is airing just as the former duchess is already at the centre of a media storm. Katie Rosseinsky looks back at the harrowing case

The Independent UK

Ghislaine Maxwell fighting release of documents from Virginia Giuffre’s civil defamation lawsuit

Giuffre said Epstein had trafficked her to other men, including the former Prince Andrew, now known as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor

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Ex-Honduran President Convicted Of Drug-Trafficking And Pardoned by Trump Had 'Red Carpet Rolled Out for Him' By U.S.

"The [prisons bureau] administration rolled out the red carpet for him," said a retired prison workerpeaking to the media on behalf of staff. "The staff are disgusted."

Latin Times

Charles Bronson releases letter from prison ahead of parole hearing

‘I have to expose this unlawful sentence and treatment,’ he said in a letter

The Independent UK

Suspect charged with murder 35 years after a community activist was found dead in her home

Marion Gales had recently been released from prison after serving time for the killing of another woman in 2008

The Independent UK

Judge Orders Takeover of Arizona Prison Health Care Following Years of Barbaric Medical Neglect

A federal judge ruled in 2022 that "no legitimate humane system would operate" like Arizona's prison health care system. Three years later, that same judge found the problems still hadn't been fixed.

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Senegal approves draft law to double prison terms for homosexual acts

Senegal’s government has approved a bill to toughen laws on homosexuality, proposing longer prison terms and higher fines.

Radio France Internationale

‘Clear’ new disciplinary appeals panel needed for Enoch Burke, judge finds

The decision came during High Court proceedings which saw Mr Burke and members of his family removed by gardai after causing disruption.

Evening Standard

Unsafe levels of cancer-causing radon gas detected at 16 UK prisons

High levels of radon gas, which can increase the risk of lung cancer, were detected at HMP Exeter and HMP Lindholme five years ago

The Independent UK

Thai court adds prison term for activist lawyer convicted of royal insult

Total jail time rises above three decades as further cases remain pending

The Independent UK

Defy Ventures teaches entrepreneurship in prisons. It changed how I think about founders

Andrew Glazier is the CEO of Defy Ventures, a nonprofit running entrepreneurship training programs in prisons. And twice now, I’ve tagged along at Defy events.

Fortune

Morocco jails 18 Senegal fans for hooliganism at Cup of Nations final

Eighteen Senegalese football fans are facing prison terms ranging from three to 12 months after a court in Morocco on Friday found them guilty of hooliganism during the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Rabat.

Radio France Internationale

Climber convicted of manslaughter after leaving girlfriend on Austria’s highest peak to seek help

Thomas P given five-month suspended prison sentence and €9,400 fine over death of Kerstin G by gross negligence

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Euronews

Venezuela approves amnesty for likely release of hundreds of political prisoners

Although the new law was not a prerequisite for the government to free prisoners, the approval marks a reversal for authorities in the South American nation, who for decades have denied holding any political prisoners.

The Times of India

Jeffrey Epstein's estate agrees to $35 million settlement for victims

Jeffrey Epstein's estate has agreed to a substantial settlement, potentially reaching $35 million, for victims alleging abuse and trafficking. This proposed judgment covers alleged assaults spanning over two decades, from 1995 until Epstein's death in prison. The agreement, pending judicial approval, follows the release of numerous investigation documents, hinting at…

Tom’s Guide

5 best prison thriller movies you need to stream with 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes

The best prison thriller movies pack tension, suspense and very complex characters. Here are my five top picks to stream now.

The Times of India

Pakistan says Imran Khan rejected 'serious deals' twice for release from jail

A top aide to Pakistan's PM claims Imran Khan rejected two "serious" release deals, one involving a former KP chief minister and another from abroad. The government denies any leniency, calling Khan a "convicted criminal" amid concerns over his deteriorating eyesight in prison.

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AAP

Famed outback town reports major drop in crime

A crime-plagued outback town is touting big drops in offending - just as a new women's prison is opening.

AAP

Jail for 'split-second' decision that ended man's life

A man's "split-second" decision to put pedal to the metal while demonstrating his new high-powered car has landed him in prison for killing a friend.

The Independent UK

Judge orders takeover of health care operations in Arizona prisons after years of poor care

A federal judge has ordered a takeover of health care operations in Arizona’s prisons and will appoint an official to run the system after years of complaints about poor medical and mental health care

The Independent UK

Moroccan court sentences 19 soccer fans to prison over hooliganism at chaotic Africa Cup final

A Moroccan court has sentenced 19 soccer fans to up to a year in prison on charges of hooliganism stemming from a chaotic Africa Cup of Nations final that saw supporters try to storm the field

The Times of India

Who is Charles Bronson? Britain’s most notorious prisoner, will he finally be released after 50 years?

Charles Bronson, now legally Charles Salvador, has spent over 50 years in prison, much in solitary confinement, for violent offenses including hostage-taking. At 73, he faces his ninth parole review, with the board weighing his risk against decades of notoriety, personal transformation through art, and public fascination, famously dramatized by…

The Independent UK

‘A thunder punch to the stomach’: Son of British couple jailed in Iran shocked at severe 10-year sentence

After more than a year held in Iranian prisons, the Foremans finally had a 10-year sentence confirmed this week

The Independent UK

Suspect recently released from prison for attempted murder now accused of killing his neighbor

Bryan J. Laas, 60, previously served time for trying to kill his sister with a hammer

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