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Health workers call for political detainees' release

A network of health workers on Friday called for the unconditional release of all detained political prisoners as they expressed worry over condition of three hunger-striking activists.

Bangkok Post

Ex-pop star Gary Glitter freed from UK prison

Former pop star Gary Glitter has been released from prison in England after serving half of a 16-year prison sentence for sexually abusing three young girls in the 1970s

The Independent UK

Tensions simmer among Palestinian prisoners as Israel cracks down

Prisoner group says deal has been reached after tough measures were imposed amid escalation of violence.

Al Jazeera

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Gary Glitter's rise and fall - Glam rock icon to vile child sex attacker as he leaves jail

Gary Glitter was released from prison today after serving half his 16-year sentence for abusing young girls. The former glam rock icon's vile secrets were exposed when he took his computer for repairs

Daily Mirror

Images of Emaciated Iranian Prisoner on Hunger Strike Prompt Outrage

Social media images purported to be of an emaciated jailed Iranian physician who went on hunger strike in support of demonstrations against the compulsory wearing of the hijab have caused outrage and warnings that he risks death. Farhad Meysami, 53, who has been in jail since 2018 for supporting women…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Images of emaciated Iranian prisoner on hunger strike prompt outrage

Social media images purported to be of an emaciated jailed Iranian dissident on hunger strike have caused outrage online as supporters warned on Friday he risks death for protesting the compulsory wearing of the hijab.

Reuters

The Lehman Trilogy’s Michael Balogun on his extraordinary journey from prison to starring in the West End

Following an ‘epiphany’ while serving a prison sentence, Balogun decided to pursue a career in acting - and became a star. Now he is about to open in an acclaimed play in the West End

Evening Standard

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Paedophile Gary Glitter freed from prison after serving half of 16-year sentence

He was freed automatically half-way through a fixed-term determinate sentence and the sex offender will now be subject to licence conditions.

Daily Record

Kenyan policemen handed heavy sentences for killing of human rights lawyer

A Kenyan court on Friday handed decades-long prison sentences to three police officers and their civilian informant for the 2016 murder of human rights lawyer Willie Kimani.

Reuters

Paedophile singer Gary Glitter released from jail after serving half his sentence

DISGRACED pop star Gary Glitter has been freed from prison after serving half of his 16-year sentence for sex crimes.

The National (Scotland)

Thailand to toughen rules on methamphetamine pill possession

Thailand is set to tighten rules on methamphetamine possession, labeling anyone caught carrying pills a drug distributor, in a move experts say could reverse narcotics reform by prioritising punishment over public health.

Reuters

ITV Emmerdale fans think Caleb is linked to another villager as they 'work out' identity

There were gasps from fans of the ITV soap as they were finally given a hint about why Caleb has shown up

Manchester Evening News

Prison with blood-stained cell and scratched walls is ‘worst ever seen’ by inspector

Use of force at HMP Eastwood Park had increased by 75 per cent since last inspection

The Independent UK

Disgraced ex-South Korea minister gets two years jail over graft scandal

A disgraced former South Korean politician, Cho Kuk, was sentenced to two years in prison on Friday for forging documents to facilitate his children's school admissions in a scandal that has deepened political divides and frustrated many young voters.

Reuters

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The Independent UK

S. Korean court sentences ex-minister to 2 years in prison

A South Korean court has sentenced a former justice minister, Cho Kuk, to two years in prison, after he was found guilty of creating fake credentials to help his children get into prestigious schools, a scandal that rocked the country’s previous government and sparked huge protests

Manchester Evening News

Man wanted on recall to prison after being jailed for supply of drugs

Wade Wilson was released in September 2021

Wales Online

Watchdog slams 'blood-spattered, graffiti-strewn' prison cells holding acutely mentally ill women

Chief inspector of prisons is 'appalled' at the 'terrible' state of one of the wings of HMP Eastwood

Daily Mirror

Danniella Westbrook opens up about sending racy pictures to her fiancé in prison

Danniella Westbrook has revealed she will be taking Valentine's themed pictures to send to her boyfriend who is currently in jail, admitting that the prison staff may catch a glimpse of her saucy snaps

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Vet in gang, sleeping on floor 'for protection' in jail

An ex-soldier had to join a gang and sleep on the floor with his head near a toilet for protection in a Queensland maximum security prison, a court has heard.

The Guardian - UK

Italian anarchist’s hunger strike rekindles debate over harsh prison regime

Alfredo Cospito has lost 45kg during protest over solitary confinement and says he ‘just wants to live’

Tribune News Service

Retired Navy captain sentenced to prison for taking 'Fat Leonard' bribes valued at $91K

SAN DIEGO — By the time David Williams Haas was 10 years old, he'd decided to join the Navy thanks to the mentorship of a family friend, who he knew simply as "Uncle Arleigh."

Tribune News Service

Gavin Newsom is ‘arrogant and defensive.’ Fresno DA doubles down against California governor after shooting of California officer

FRESNO, Calif. — The war of words between California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Fresno County District Attorney Lisa A. Smittcamp was renewed Thursday with the local prosecutor using words like “arrogant” and “defensive” to describe the governor.

Wales Online

Parole Board due to release serial rapist despite opposition from Justice Secretary

Andrew Barlow committed a catalogue of crimes in the 1980s against women and has served two prison sentences, but he could be freed soon

The Independent UK

Watchdog condemns ‘terrible’ prison conditions for mentally ill women

Some cells at HMP Eastwood Park were described as ‘appalling, dilapidated and covered in graffiti’.

Bristol Post

Eastwood Park prison block one of the 'worst ever seen' by inspector

Chief Inspector of Prisons releases damning report on appalling conditions for women behind bars

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