Manhunt for final escaped Louisiana inmate continues
Authorities in Louisiana hunt for the last of three inmates who escaped from St Landry Parish jail by removing concrete blocks. One inmate was captured, another died by suicide.
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Prison tutor's affair exposed by locked classroom door
A Chelmsford prison tutor admitted misconduct after a relationship with an inmate was discovered. The affair came to light when a colleague found their classroom locked from the inside.
US Prisoners Escape Through Weak Concrete Wall
Two inmates escaped from a US detention centre after exploiting crumbling concrete. The incident raises serious questions about infrastructure and security failures. Read the full investigation.
Morning Mail: Thursday's News Digest - 4 Dec 2025
Get the latest headlines and essential updates for Thursday, 4 December 2025. Stay informed on the day's top stories and breaking news.
Prison officer, 19, admits sexual relationship with inmate
Alicia Novas, 19, and inmate Declan Winkless, 30, pleaded guilty to misconduct in public office at Northampton Crown Court. Sentencing is set for January 5.
Prison officer admits affair with inmate and smuggling
A 19-year-old prison officer has pleaded guilty to misconduct after having a sexual relationship with an inmate and smuggling cannabis and phones into HMP Five Wells. Both are due for sentencing in January.
New Guardian series explores Indigenous language revival
The Guardian's Indigenous affairs team launches 'Speaking to Country', a four-part multimedia series examining how Indigenous communities are revitalising endangered languages across Australia.
Prison officer plays FIFA with inmate in cell
A prison officer was filmed playing a FIFA-style game with an inmate. The viral TikTok clip, shot on a contraband phone, prompted a Ministry of Justice investigation. Read the full story.
Guardian Australia Wins Walkley Award for Indigenous Series
Guardian Australia's groundbreaking 'The Descendants' series wins prestigious Walkley Award for Indigenous Affairs coverage, recognising powerful storytelling.
Poor CPR at Wandsworth Prison contributed to death
HMP Wandsworth staff delivered substandard CPR to dying inmate Peter Honnor, 55, with delays in emergency response and inadequate medical care revealed in watchdog report.
Thursday News Quiz: Test Your Current Affairs Knowledge
Challenge yourself with The Guardian's Thursday news quiz. 15 questions on topical events, pop culture, and general knowledge. How will you score? Share your results in the comments!
Debt Collection Charges Dismissed Against Panthera Finance
Criminal charges against debt collector Panthera Finance dismissed after court rules company wasn't technically collecting debts owed to others. Consumer Affairs Victoria ordered to pay costs.
Three prison officers stabbed in inmate attack
Three prison officers were injured, two hospitalised, after being stabbed with an improvised weapon by an inmate at HMP Isle of Wight. Police are investigating the serious assault.
Global Lens: A Day in Pictures from Around the World
From political gestures in New York to environmental protests in Delhi, The Guardian's picture editors curate Tuesday's most compelling global photographs. Explore the stories behind the images.
Panthera Finance faces 15 charges in court battle
One of Australia's largest debt collectors defends against allegations it illegally pursued 200,000 debts in Victoria while banned. Court decision expected next Tuesday.
Visa cancelled for neo-Nazi rally participant
A South African man has had his Australian visa cancelled after participating in a neo-Nazi protest outside NSW Parliament. Home Affairs Minister sends strong message.
Debt Collector Allegedly Operated While Banned
Panthera Finance allegedly collected $60m from Victorians while banned. Consumer Affairs Victoria takes legal action. Affected consumers may be entitled to refunds.
Prison officer faces jail for inmate affairs
Isabelle Dale, 23, sobbed in court after being convicted for affairs with two inmates and smuggling synthetic cannabis into HMP Coldingley. She faces a substantial jail sentence.
Prison officer faces jail for inmate affairs and drug smuggling
Isabelle Dale, 23, sobbed in court after being convicted for affairs with two inmates and smuggling synthetic cannabis into HMP Coldingley. She now faces a substantial prison sentence.
Netanyahu's strategic affairs minister Ron Dermer quits
Ron Dermer, Israel's strategic affairs minister and key Netanyahu aide, resigns after leading Gaza ceasefire negotiations. Read about the political implications.
91 prisoners mistakenly freed in seven-month period
Exclusive: Nearly 100 inmates accidentally released this year as prison staffing crisis leads to dangerous errors. Read the full investigation into Britain's crumbling prison system.
US Senate ends government shutdown in bipartisan vote
The US Senate approved a funding package to end a record-breaking government shutdown, with Democrats breaking ranks to vote with Republicans. Discover the political fallout and other global news.
No 'silver bullet' for prison safety failures
Exclusive: Prison leaders warn of systemic failures after multiple inmates were accidentally released due to 'archaic' IT systems and human error, demanding urgent government action.
Prison Blunder: Dozens Wrongly Freed
Exclusive investigation reveals how systemic failures led to the mistaken release of prisoners across England and Wales, raising serious questions about public safety and justice system protocols.
Prisoner mistakenly freed from HMP Sudbury turns himself in
A prisoner accidentally released from HMP Sudbury has voluntarily returned to custody, exposing serious security failures at the Category D facility.
Prisoner accidentally released from HMP Wandsworth
A convicted prisoner was mistakenly set free from HMP Wandsworth after a catastrophic administrative error, triggering an urgent manhunt and raising serious questions about prison security protocols in London's troubled jail system.
Wandsworth Prison mistakenly frees inmate
A prisoner serving time for burglary was accidentally released from HMP Wandsworth and remained at large for three days before being recaptured, raising serious questions about prison security protocols.
Prison chiefs summoned over wrongful releases crisis
England's prison chiefs face emergency talks with ministers following a shocking series of wrongful inmate releases, exposing critical failures in the justice system's safeguards.
Wandsworth Prison inmates freed in surname mix-up error
Two prisoners were accidentally released from HMP Wandsworth due to an administrative error involving similar surnames, sparking urgent reviews of prison procedures.
Test Your Wits: The Guardian's November Quiz Challenge
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