France captures inmate in dramatic bed-sheet prison break
French authorities apprehend one escapee after two prisoners used bed sheets to break out of prison. The dramatic escape highlights ongoing security concerns in correctional facilities.
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Six new inquests announced in Manitoba including prison deaths
Manitoba's chief medical examiner has called six new inquests into recent deaths, including fatalities at Stony Mountain Institution and an RCMP shooting. Learn the details.
Calgary woman sentenced for fatal Regina hit and run
A Calgary woman has been handed a conditional sentence and probation for her role in a fatal 2023 hit and run in Regina. Learn about the case details and sentencing outcome.
Two inmates escape French prison using bed sheets
Two prisoners executed an old-fashioned escape from a French jail using bed sheets. The dramatic breakout occurred in November 2025, highlighting security concerns.
Peru's Castillo gets 11-year sentence for rebellion
Former Peruvian President Pedro Castillo receives 11-year prison sentence for rebellion after attempting to dissolve Congress. Read the full details of the political crisis.
French Prison Escape: Inmates Use Bed Sheets to Flee
Two prisoners escaped from an overcrowded French jail using old-fashioned methods. Discover how they sawed through bars and what this reveals about France's prison crisis. Read more.
Swede jailed for plotting Eurovision terror attack
A far-right extremist from Sweden has been sentenced to prison for plotting a terrorist attack at the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, Switzerland.
Inmate hospitalized following assault at B.C. prison
An inmate at Kent Institution in Agassiz, B.C. was hospitalized after a serious assault at the maximum-security facility. Details emerge about the incident at one of Canada's most secure prisons.
$70K Contraband Seized from N.B. Maximum-Security Prison
Correctional officers confiscated unauthorized items worth $70,000 from Atlantic Institution in Renous, N.B. Read about the major prison seizure operation.
Life sentence for mother in NZ suitcase murders case
Hakyung Lee sentenced to life in prison for the shocking 'suitcase murders' in New Zealand. Read the full courtroom details and sentencing outcome.
Brazil's Bolsonaro starts 27-year coup sentence
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro begins 27-year prison sentence for coup attempt. Get the latest details on this historic political development.
X Feature Reveals Foreign-Linked US Political Accounts
X's new transparency feature raises concerns about foreign influence in US politics as popular accounts show questionable origins. Discover the implications for digital democracy.
Vancouver woman sentenced to 18 months for money laundering
A Vancouver woman receives 18-month jail sentence in landmark money laundering case. Learn about this milestone prosecution and its implications for financial crime enforcement.
'Hillbilly Elegy' Used in Ohio Prison Drug Smuggling
A man sprayed JD Vance's memoir 'Hillbilly Elegy' with narcotics and shipped it to an Ohio prison. Austin Siebert received over a decade in prison for the drug trafficking operation.
Inmate who married Luka Magnotta denied parole
Anthony Theophile Jolin, who married notorious killer Luka Magnotta in prison, has been denied parole for murdering a fellow inmate. Read the full details of the parole board's decision.
Drugs smuggled into Ohio prison via 'Hillbilly Elegy' book
Authorities discovered drugs soaked into pages of JD Vance's 'Hillbilly Elegy' during Ohio prison smuggling operation. Learn how inmates bypassed security measures.
Gunshots near Montreal jail signal 'explosive tension'
Guards union warns of dangerous climate after shots fired near Montreal jail housing high-ranking organized crime members. Read about the security concerns.
Life Sentence for South Korean Blackmail Ring Leader
A South Korean man receives a life sentence for leading a blackmail ring that sexually exploited hundreds. The case highlights the global fight against digital sex crimes.
Bolsonaro meets judge day after early coup arrest
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro faces judicial proceedings following his unexpected arrest days before scheduled imprisonment for leading a coup attempt. Read the latest developments.
Serial killer's prison transfer sparks family outrage
Families express outrage as Ontario serial killer moves to medium-security prison. Experts explain why this isn't 'day camp' and what the transfer means.
Bolsonaro Arrested Preemptively Before Prison Sentence
Brazil's Supreme Court orders preemptive arrest of former President Jair Bolsonaro for alleged escape attempt days before starting 27-year coup sentence. Key developments and reactions.
Serial killer transfer to medium-security prison outrages families
Families express outrage as Ontario serial killer moves to medium-security facility. Experts explain prison transfer protocols and security implications.
Tesla driver seeks appeal after impaired driving conviction
Wasaga Beach man convicted of impaired driving causing death seeks appeal days after sentencing. The case involved Tesla reaching 196 km/h before fatal crash.
Broken prison sprinklers cost $1.1M in repairs
Two malfunctioning sprinklers at a New Brunswick prison resulted in a staggering $1.1 million repair bill for Correctional Service Canada. Learn how minor maintenance issues can lead to major taxpayer expenses.
Dellen Millard moved to medium security facility
Convicted serial killer Dellen Millard has been transferred to a medium security prison in Canada. Learn about the details of his relocation and the crimes that shocked the nation.
Dellen Millard transferred to medium security prison
Notorious triple murderer Dellen Millard has been transferred to a medium-security facility, sparking outrage from victims' families. Learn about the controversial decision and its implications.
Life sentence killer granted unescorted temporary absences
An Ontario man convicted of killing his wife with a hammer has been granted unescorted temporary absences from prison. The decision raises questions about rehabilitation and public safety.
Ex-French President Sarkozy to publish prison memoir
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy announces prison memoir publication while facing legal appeals. Get exclusive details about his tell-all book and ongoing court battles.
Fugees rapper gets 14 years for illegal Obama donations
Fugees rapper Pras Michel sentenced to 14 years in prison for illegal campaign donations to Obama. Full details on the high-profile case and its implications.
Sask. teen sentenced as adult for La Loche shooting
A Saskatchewan teenager receives adult sentencing for the La Loche school shooting. Get the latest details on this tragic case and community healing efforts.
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