Court upholds the imprisonment of father, grandmother, and stepmother suspected of torturing a teenager to death in Rondônia
The court in Rondônia has converted the arrest of three individuals suspected of torturing a 16-year-old girl, Marta Isabelle dos Santos, to death from a flagrant to a preventive detention.
Brignone: skiing shouldn't be a torture. If I don't improve, you probably won't see me next year
Olympic champion Federica Brignone speaks about her ongoing knee issues and the impact on her skiing career at a training session in Andorra.
Desperate screams from inmates in El Rodeo 1, the prison where Nahuel Gallo is held: "They are asking for the Red Cross and paramedics"
Inmates at El Rodeo 1 prison are calling for urgent medical help, sparking family protests demanding the release of political prisoners and raising alarm over reports of torture.
Burial of teenager found dead with signs of torture takes place this Thursday, 26, in Porto Velho
The burial of 16-year-old Marta Isabelle dos Santos, who was found dead with signs of severe abuse, takes place in Porto Velho amid community mourning and ongoing investigations.
‘Barely enough room to stand up’: Inside Yemen’s secret prisons
The article examines the discovery of secret prisons in Yemen's Hadramawt province, previously used by the Southern Transitional Council and UAE forces for detaining and torturing political opponents.
Sexual violence continues as a form of torture in wars, says former UN prosecutor for Rwanda
Charles Adeogun-Phillips discusses the historical significance of recognizing sexual violence in conflict as torture and its implications in current global conflicts.
Amnesty alleges torture, extrajudicial killings at Imo ‘Tiger Base’
Amnesty International reports that a police unit in Imo State, Nigeria, known as 'Tiger Base', is involved in serious human rights violations including torture and extrajudicial killings.
US judge rules Trump third-country deportations ‘unlawful’
A US federal judge has declared the Trump administration's policy of third-country deportations unlawful, asserting the government cannot deport undocumented migrants to countries where they may face persecution or torture.
US judge overturns policy of deporting immigrants to third countries
A US judge has ruled against a policy by the Department of Homeland Security that allowed for the expedited deportation of immigrants to third countries without sufficient opportunity to express fears of persecution or torture.
MP investigates rehabilitation clinic suspected of mistreatment, wrongful confinement, and torture in RN
The Public Prosecutor's Office of Rio Grande do Norte has launched an operation to investigate allegations of human rights violations at a rehabilitation clinic in Parnamirim.
"The Commander Ordered Me to Urinate on Him" - Russian Soldiers Tell the BBC About Torture and Executions by Their Own in Ukraine
Two Russian soldiers have revealed to the BBC their experiences of witnessing executions and severe mistreatment in the Russian army during the conflict in Ukraine.
"It is a torture not to feel pain": the daily life with the difficult condition of congenital analgesia
The article discusses Steve Pete's life with congenital analgesia, a rare genetic disorder that prevents him from feeling pain, highlighting the serious risks and challenges he faces.
HARSH TRUTH? David Bowie's daughter was forcefully taken to a 'torture camp' after her pop star father's cancer diagnosis
Lexi Jones, the daughter of David Bowie, claims she was taken against her will to a rehabilitation camp while her family gathered at her father's deathbed.
Justice removes 14 police officers and orders exhumation of inmate who died after inhaling pepper spray in MT
A judge in Mato Grosso has suspended 14 prison officers implicated in the alleged torture of inmates and ordered the exhumation of an inmate who died after inhaling pepper spray.
Man who tortured and kept wife imprisoned for 20 years is sentenced to 32 years
A man in Brazil has been sentenced to 32 years for torturing and imprisoning his wife for nearly two decades.
Kidnapped man force-fed and sexually assaulted during horror torture ordeal
A 38-year-old man was kidnapped and subjected to horrific torture, including force-feeding and sexual assault, leading to the conviction of five perpetrators.
Egypt: NGO Denounces the Detention and Torture of Eritrean Refugees in Egypt
A human rights NGO reports that over 3,000 Eritrean refugees have been detained in Egypt this year, with many alleging torture and sexual violence.
"I will shoot him in the eye." Terrifying letters leaked, Russian general described the torture of Ukrainians
A Russian military commander bragged about torture, executions, and desecration of Ukrainian soldiers' bodies in leaked correspondence spanning from 2022 to 2024.
11 cadets imprisoned for a year for playing Call of Duty released
Eleven cadets imprisoned for a year in Venezuela were released after a hunger strike and claims of torture during their detention.
Exclusive: Whistleblower confirms details of death, torture in Brazilian-led foreign fighter unit in Ukraine
A whistleblower has confirmed the use of torture and abuse in a Brazilian-led foreign fighter unit in Ukraine, implicating the unit in the death of recruit Bruno Gabriel Leal da Silva.
The Observatory Highlights Israeli ‘Hell’ and the Militarization of Football in America
The article discusses the severe conditions faced by Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails, referred to as 'hell on earth' by a human rights organization, and touches on the torture of journalists as reported in a recent investigation.
Work begins to convert the Helicoide into a public space "to elevate happiness"
The Venezuelan government has announced the start of renovations to convert the Helicoide, a former prison and known torture center, into a public space aimed at social and cultural development.
New report: Palestinian journalists subjected to severe violence in Israeli prisons
A new report from the Committee to Protect Journalists reveals that Palestinian journalists have faced torture and abuse in Israeli prisons, with 56 out of 59 interviewed reporting such experiences.
Palestinian journalists subjected to severe violence in Israeli prisons
Palestinian journalists have reported severe torture and abuse in Israeli prisons, highlighting the urgent need for international intervention according to the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ).
Great concern among parents at the school after sex crime suspicions: "It's like torture"
Parents express deep concern and anxiety after a school employee was arrested on suspicions of sexual offenses against children in Umeå, Sweden.
Report: 3000 Eritrean refugees held by Egypt - reports of torture
A report indicates that over 3000 Eritrean refugees have been arrested in Egypt amid allegations of torture and sexual violence.
After leaving her IAS husband, she married a Congress leader; now she says - Save me
Shikha Singh has made sensational allegations of torture and harassment against Congress leader Mahendra Singh Chauhan, calling for justice from high-ranking officials and garnering sympathy through a viral social media video.
Al-Ja'frawi recounts the horrific torture in the occupation prisons and his shock at his brother's martyrdom
Al-Ja'frawi shares his traumatic experiences of torture in Israeli prisons and the emotional impact of losing his brother to violence.
After Torture, Sent to Dig Trenches for the Russian Army. Olena Jahupova Talks About What Is Happening in Occupied Ukrainian Territories
Olena Jahupova describes her harrowing experience of torture and forced labor under Russian occupation in Ukraine.
We returned from hell’: Rights group raises alarm over torture in Israeli jails
A report by the Committee to Protect Journalists documents serious allegations of torture and abuse against Palestinian media workers in Israeli detention centers.
Woman suspected of participating in the torture and burial of an elderly man alive is arrested 10 years after the crimes in MG
A woman was arrested a decade after her involvement in the torture and murder of a 60-year-old man in Brazil's Minas Gerais.
Russian General Boasted to Wife About Torturing and Killing Ukrainian Prisoners — Cut Off Their Ears and Kept Them
A Russian general bragged about torturing and killing Ukrainian prisoners, including cutting off their ears, in correspondence revealed by Lithuanian journalists.
Southeast Asian Online Scam Victims: “If You Don’t Meet the Target, You’ll Be Trapped in a Water Prison”
A new UN report reveals the grim realities faced by victims of online scam organizations centered in Southeast Asia, including torture and attempts to escape from imprisonment.
Four men are arrested for subjecting a victim to torture sessions in Camocim, Ceará
Four men have been arrested in Camocim, Ceará, for suspected involvement in drug trafficking and the torture of a victim, as documented in video footage.
Russian General Boasted in Correspondence Obtained by Journalists About Torture and Murder of Prisoners of War
Russian General Roman Demurchiev has bragged about the torture and murder of captured Ukrainian soldiers in private correspondence, according to investigative journalism projects 'Schemes' and 'System'.
Shocking Claim in FBI Report: Andrew Watched the Torture of a Child
A recent FBI report alleges that former Prince Andrew witnessed the torture of a child by Ghislaine Maxwell.
Russia's Recruits: These Soldiers Serve as Living Decoys
The article discusses the brutal practices within the Russian military, highlighting that soldiers face torture, deceit, and the denial of medical care, shedding light on the dark realities affecting both recruits and civilians in the ongoing conflict.
Iran, the Torturers and 'A Simple Accident': the Power of Stories that Open Our Eyes
The Iranian film nominated for an Oscar sheds light on the brutal repression by the ayatollah regime, illustrating how stories contribute to building resistance.
HORRIBLE: Former Prince Andrew allegedly watched the torture of a small child
Former Prince Andrew of the UK is accused of witnessing the torture of a young girl by Ghislaine Maxwell, as detailed in an FBI report.
Only Fools and Horses star lifts lid on new doc as they admit 'it was torture'
Tessa Peake-Jones shares her emotional journey revisiting her role in Only Fools and Horses for a new documentary.
Outlandish claims Andrew allegedly 'watched electrical torture of schoolgirl at royal residence'
Allegations have surfaced claiming that Prince Andrew witnessed the electrical torture of a schoolgirl at Frogmore Cottage, leading to further scrutiny of his associations with Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein.
Andrew accused of watching as girl 'tortured with electrical shocks' by Ghislaine Maxwell
An FBI report alleges that Andrew, the Duke of York, witnessed Ghislaine Maxwell torture a young girl with electrical shocks, which he denies.
"We returned from hell": a report documents the torture of Palestinian journalists in Israeli prisons
A new report by the Committee to Protect Journalists details systematic torture and abuse of Palestinian journalists by Israeli authorities, revealing alarming patterns of human rights violations.
Child dead from suspected torture in Ribeirão Preto had bruises, malnutrition, and hair loss, says delegate
A 3-year-old girl, Sophia Emanuelly dos Santos, was found dead with signs of malnutrition and multiple bruises, raising suspicions of ongoing abuse by her grandfather and his partner.
Young man went out to look for a job in Veracruz; his body found on a highway
A 27-year-old man in Veracruz was found dead with signs of torture after going out to search for employment.
The prosecution has requested a 45-year prison sentence for Hashim Thaçi, leader of independent Kosovo
The prosecution is seeking a 45-year prison term for Hashim Thaçi, accused of war crimes including murder and torture.
Investigation: Brazilian recruit’s death in Ukraine points to abuse, torture in foreign fighter unit
A Kyiv Independent investigation reveals allegations of abuse and torture within a Brazilian-led foreign fighter unit in Ukraine, highlighted by the death of a recruit under brutal disciplinary practices.
Teenager and man with feet and hands tied are executed in Mineiros
A 16-year-old teenager and a 21-year-old man were found executed with their hands and feet tied in Mineiros, Goiás, leading to the arrest of two suspects associated with torture, homicide, and drug trafficking.
Libya: Migrants and Refugees in Libya Subjected to 'Systematic' Abuse - UN Report
A recent UN report reveals that migrants, refugees, and asylum-seekers in Libya are facing systematic human rights abuses including killings, torture, and trafficking.
Senegal prosecutor rejects accusations police tortured and killed student
A Senegalese prosecutor has dismissed claims that a student who died during police intervention was tortured, asserting that he died from jumping from a building.