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Dec 23 2025CRIME

Crypto Laundering: A Costly Gamble

In a surprising turn of events, a South Korean man in his 30s found himself facing a harsher penalty after attempting to appeal his original sentence. The man was initially given a four-year probation period and a suspended two-and-a-half-year jail sentence for his role in laundering approximately $

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Dec 20 2025CRIME

A Teen's Social Media Mistake Leads to Prison Time

A young man from Washington, D. C. , is now facing serious consequences after a poor decision. Terrell Edmondson, 19, was sentenced to seven years in prison for an armed carjacking. What made this case unusual? He posted evidence of the crime on his own Instagram account. The incident happened last

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Dec 19 2025CRIME

From Judge to Jail: A Tale of Power and Greed

A former judge in Alabama has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for abusing his power and stealing from taxpayers. Gilbert P. Self, who once presided over the Eleventh Judicial Circuit, was found guilty on multiple corruption charges. These included misusing public funds for personal trips, such

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Dec 18 2025CRIME

Justice Served: A Father's Dark Crimes and the Children Left Behind

A man named Brian Walshe was recently given a life sentence in prison. He was found guilty of killing his wife, Ana, and then cutting up her body. The judge called his actions "barbaric and incomprehensible. " Ana's body has never been found. Brian, who is 50 years old, admitted to lying to the pol

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Dec 17 2025CELEBRITIES

The Ketamine Crisis: A Star's Struggle and the Doctors Who Failed Him

Matthew Perry's tragic death in 2023 brought to light a dark side of the entertainment industry and the medical field. The actor, known for his role in "Friends, " had been battling substance abuse for years. His struggle with addiction led him to seek ketamine, a powerful sedative, for treatment of

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Dec 12 2025CRIME

Tech Trickery: The Microsoft Gold Scam Uncovered

In a recent court case, a man was handed a sentence for his role in a deceptive scheme involving Microsoft's gold certification. This wasn't just any scam; it was a clever plot that tricked many people out of their hard-earned money. The man in question promised victims big returns if they invested

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Nov 06 2025BUSINESS

A Big Mistake: How Fake Numbers Fooled a Giant Bank

A former executive has been sentenced to over five years in prison for his role in a scheme that tricked JPMorgan Chase into buying a startup for a huge amount of money. Olivier Amar, who was the chief growth officer for the company Frank, was given 68 months behind bars. This comes after the founde

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Oct 31 2025CELEBRITIES

Sean Combs Begins Prison Journey: What's Next?

Sean Combs, known to many as Diddy, has started serving his sentence at FCI Fort Dix, a federal prison in New Jersey. This move follows his conviction on two counts related to transporting individuals across state lines for commercial sex. The judge handed down a 50-month sentence, with an expected

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Oct 26 2025POLITICS

MAGA Meltdown: Judge's Ruling Sparks Controversy Over Teen Sentencing

A recent court decision has ignited a firestorm of criticism from MAGA supporters. The controversy centers around Judge Kendra Briggs' sentencing of two Maryland teens who attacked Edward Cortisine, a former DOGE team member, in Washington, D. C. The judge's decision to grant probation instead of ja

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Oct 25 2025CRIME

A Fresh Start: Boulder County's New Approach to Sentencing

Boulder County has opened a new facility that looks and feels like a college dorm. It has bunk beds, shared bathrooms, and common areas. The goal is to make life better for people serving alternative sentences and to improve public safety. The facility is named after former Sheriff Joe Pelle, who w

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