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Published on Jun 27, 2025

Longest-running death row inmate’s chilling final words revealed

A man on death row in Mississippi was executed on Wednesday evening, nearly five decades after he abducted and murdered a bank loan officer's wife in a brutal ransom plot. Richard Gerald Jordan, a 79-year-old Vietnam veteran with post-traumatic stress …

Source: Daily Express - Right-wing
Published on Jun 27, 2025

‘DNA doesn’t lie:’ On death row in Alabama, DNA doesn’t matter

This is an opinion cartoon. Editor’s Note: The state of Alabama has a complicated relationship with science, and its criminal courts are no exception. Often, state prosecutors defend debunked junk science, like bite marks, to keep people in prison. Other …

Source: AL.com - Alabama - Center-left
Published on Jun 27, 2025

Pakistani Catholic freed from death row 23 years after blasphemy conviction

The Pakistan Supreme Court has ordered the acquittal of an elderly Christian on death row for 23 years on a blasphemy conviction. His lawyer said the court determined a person of unsound mind could not be held liable for such a crime. In 2001, authorities …

Source: The Catholic Herald Online - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 27, 2025

‘I watched innocent man die in Death Row gas chamber – his chilling last words still haunt me’

A Death Row lawyer who says he watched an innocent man choke to death in a gas chamber claims the US is using illegal drugs to execute inmates. Clive Stafford Smith lost two clients through the electric chair, two from lethal injection and two from a gas …

Source: Daily Star - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 27, 2025

Supreme Court grants death row inmate’s request for DNA testing in 1998 Brownsville murder

Only have a minute? Listen instead Ruben Gutierrez The U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling Thursday allowing the DNA testing request from a Texas death row inmate, who was convicted of a 1998 murder of a Brownsville resident, to be remanded back to an …

Source: Brownsville Herald - Texas - Neutral
Published on Jun 26, 2025

Longest-serving person on Mississippi’s death row executed

The longest-serving person on Mississippi’s death row was executed Wednesday, nearly five decades after he kidnapped and killed a bank loan officer’s wife in a violent ransom scheme. Richard Gerald Jordan, a 79-year-old Vietnam veteran with post-traumatic …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Jun 27, 2025

Man, 50 years on death row, executed

WASHINGTON, DC – A Mississippi man who had been on death row for nearly 50 years was executed by lethal injection on Wednesday (Thursday Manila time), one of two executions in the United States this week. Richard Jordan, 79, was convicted in 1976 of the …

Source: Manila Standard - Pro-Government
Published on Jun 27, 2025

People stunned to discover how death row prisoner spent final hours before his final meal

When a person is placed on Death Row, usually, people think their final moments are bleak - but one person’s last hours have caused a storm online after it became apparent it was anything but bleak. When someone commits a crime, people expect criminals to …

Source: LAD Bible - Pending
Published on Jun 27, 2025

U.S. Supreme Court rules in favor of Texas death row inmate pushing for DNA evidence tests

By Ayden Runnels, The Texas Tribune June 26, 2025 “U.S. Supreme Court rules in favor of Texas death row inmate pushing for DNA evidence tests” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and …

Source: The Gilmer Mirror - Texas - Pending
Published on Jun 26, 2025

See photos from a protest as a death-row inmate is executed at Parchman

Mitzi Magleby, an advocate for death-row inmates, cries and is comforted by Cynthia Brown during the vigil held across from the entrance to the Mississippi State Penitentiary as Richard Jordan is executed on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. Magleby said she has …

Source: The Clarion Ledger - Mississippi - Pending
Published on Jun 26, 2025

'Justice Needs Human Touch': Kerala HC Grants Escort Parole To Death Row Convict To Visit Ailing Mother

Last Updated:June 26, 2025, 15:48 IST "Justice, without the soft hand touch of humanity, compassion, and empathy, is not justice," the single judge bench said. The Court held that constitutional principles and fundamental rights demand a humane …

Source: News18 - Center-right
Published on Jun 26, 2025

Man on death row for nearly 50 years dies by lethal injection as US state executions rise

26 June 2025, 07:06 | Updated: 26 June 2025, 16:48 Richard Gerald Jordan. Picture: Alamy A man who was on death row for nearly half a century has been executed in Mississippi. Listen to this article Richard Gerald Jordan died by lethal injection on …

Source: LBC - Center-right
Published on Jun 26, 2025

Mississippi executes longest-serving man on death row for ’76 killing

PARCHMAN, Miss. (AP) — The longest-serving man on Mississippi’s death row was executed Wednesday, nearly five decades after he kidnapped and killed a bank loan officer’s wife in a violent ransom scheme. Richard Gerald Jordan, a 79-year-old Vietnam veteran …

Source: The Antelope Valley Press - California - Pending
Published on Jun 27, 2025

After 23 years in prison for blasphemy, Catholic man in Pakistan freed

MUMBAI, India – In Pakistan, the Supreme Court on June 25 ordered the acquittal of an elderly Christian on death row for 23 years on a blasphemy conviction. His lawyer said the court determined a person of unsound mind could not be held liable for such a …

Source: Crux Now - Right-wing
Published on Jun 26, 2025

Mississippi Executes Longest-Serving Death Row Inmate, Richard Jordan

PARCHMAN, Miss.–Mississippi has executed its longest-serving death row inmate Richard Jordan. Jordan was put to death by lethal injection on death row at the Mississippi State Penitentiary at Parchman Wednesday evening. Jordan, 79, was sentenced to death …

Source: Delta Daily News - Mississippi - Neutral
Published on Jun 26, 2025

Longest-serving death row inmate Richard Jordan executed after nearly 50yrs utters chilling last words with final breath

THE longest-serving death row inmate uttered a chilling set of last words with his dying breath. Richard Jordan, 79, spent almost five decades waiting to die - and was finally killed by lethal injection on Wednesday. 5 Richard Jordan, 79, was executed …

Source: The U.S. Sun - Right-wing
Published on Jun 26, 2025

Mississippi executes state's longest-serving death row inmate

The longest-serving man on Mississippi's death row was executed Wednesday, nearly five decades after he kidnapped and killed a bank loan officer's wife in a violent ransom scheme. Richard Gerald Jordan, a 79-year-old Vietnam veteran with post- …

Source: CBS News - Neutral
Published on Jun 27, 2025

British man 'caught accepting cocaine in police sting' faces 12 years in Bali jail

A British man faces 12 years behind bars after being accused of smuggling cocaine to the Indonesian tourist island of Bali. An Argentine woman is also on trial alongside the British man. Their court case begun on Thursday, June 26 and if convicted, they …

Source: The Mirror - Left-wing
Published on Jun 26, 2025

Vietnam veteran’s last words before execution after 47 years on death row

Richard Jordan (left) murdered Edwina Marter (right) in 1976 (Pictures: AP/Family Handout) A man who spent decades on death row was executed yesterday after kidnapping and killing a banker’s wife in the 1970s. Richard Gerald Jordan, 79, was a Vietnam …

Source: Metro - Neutral

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Published on June 24, 2025 - 15:08 GMT

Willo Products Launches the LatchGuard™: A New Security Innovation that Addresses a Widespread Vulnerability and Pain ...

DECATUR, Ala., June 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willo Products Company LLC, the trusted leader in the design, engineering, and sale of innovative detention locking systems, today announced the launch of the LatchGuard™, an enhancement to the company's …

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Published on June 24, 2025 - 12:39 GMT

Federal Funds Support Florida’s Immigration Detention Center Initiative

(MENAFN) On Monday, U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced that the federal government will provide financial support for Florida’s initiative to open immigration detention centers, including the proposed facility dubbed “ …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 21:25 GMT

Attorney General Bonta Issues Consumer Alert on Notario Fraud, Obtaining Immigration Legal Help, Locating Detained ...

If you need help with immigration relief or if your loved one has been detained, be careful who you hire OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta today issued guidance to help California's immigrant communities avoid immigration scams by those …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 20:52 GMT

North East Man Held Without Bond Following Alleged Road Rage Incident

June 27, 2025 (NORTH EAST, MD) — A North East man is being held without bond at the Cecil County Detention Center and is facing felony charges after allegedly brandishing a firearm during a dispute on U.S. Route 40 in Cecil County yesterday. The accused is …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 20:52 GMT

Crisfield Man Arrested in Delaware, Charged in Connection to Homicide in Somerset County

June 27, 2025 (CRISFIELD, MD) – A Crisfield man was arrested Friday morning in Seaford, Delaware, and is facing charges connected to a homicide that occurred in Somerset County in April. The accused is identified as Tyren Lee Ivey, 28, of the Crisfield …

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Published on June 25, 2025 - 16:54 GMT

France accuses Israel of endangering French citizens held in Tehran’s prison

(MENAFN) France has strongly criticized Israel for its recent airstrike on Evin Prison in Tehran, expressing concerns that the attack endangered French citizens held there. Iranian authorities reported damage to parts of the prison following the Monday …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 17:46 GMT

FDLE arrests convicted felon for attempted firearm purchase

For Immediate Release June 27, 2025 MIAMI – The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and the South Florida State Assistance for Fentanyl Eradication (S.A.F.E.) Task Force arrested Rolando Suarez, 57, of Miami, on four felony counts of possession of …

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Published on June 24, 2025 - 16:52 GMT

Attorney General Jackley Announces Charges in Prison Inmate Deaths

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 Contact: Tony Mangan, Communications Director, 605-773-6878 PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces two individuals have been indicted on charges related to the drug overdose …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 23:00 GMT

Multi-Million Dollar Settlements for Victims - Foyle Legal Wins Its Seventh ThreeBestRated® Award in 2025

PERTH, WESTERN AUSTRALIA, AUSTRALIA, June 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Accidents can be fatal and bring about life-altering changes to the victim, physically, emotionally, mentally, and financially. One cannot handle the situation all alone and …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 18:13 GMT

Bob Hilliard Releases Statement Regarding the American Bank Center Naming Rights

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Official Statement from Bob Hilliard: "We are honored to move forward with the exclusive, final negotiations with OVG to assume the naming rights to the American Bank …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 17:28 GMT

Supporting Families This Summer – Parental Rights and Legal Planning for LGBTQ+ Families

Family law attorney Tiffany L. Andrews shares essential legal insights for co-parents navigating summer schedules and LGBTQ+ families planning for the future FOLSOM, CA, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As schools close for …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 17:23 GMT

Introducing Tap2Read Christian Bracelet: A Wearable Tool for Daily Inspiration

Introducing Tap2Read Christian Bracelet: A Wearable Tool for Daily Inspiration LAGOS, LAGOS , NIGERIA, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a fast-paced world where stress, anxiety, and distraction are part of everyday life, maintaining mental …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 16:58 GMT

AI Horizon Scanning: What Legal Needs to Know

Explore how horizon scanning can empower legal teams to not just adapt to change, but shape the future of AI. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As AI continues to evolve at speed, legal teams are facing unprecedented …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, IT Industry ...
Published on June 27, 2025 - 16:41 GMT

Perspectives on Litigation Funding: Key Takeaways from the Legal 500 GC Summit in Vienna

HAMBURG, GERMANY, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The recent Legal 500 GC Summit in Vienna highlighted a significant market disconnect: despite proven financial benefits, litigation funding remains underutilised by corporate legal departments …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 16:05 GMT

SCOTUS in support of age verification for online pornography

Institute for Family Studies Research Backs the Win CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Free Speech, Inc. Coalition v. Paxton, 606 U.S 2 (2025) Today the United States Supreme Court published an opinion in …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 15:15 GMT

Don Fountain Featured in CNET on National Recall of Fire-Prone Power Banks

Civil trial attorney and author of Defect Safety issues consumer warning after 1.1 million Anker chargers pulled for overheating risks BEVERLY HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National consumer safety advocate and civil …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 14:11 GMT

HiHello Recognized in 67 G2 Reports with 24 Badges, Reinforcing Leadership as the Professional Presence Platform

PALO ALTO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HiHello, the leading Professional Presence Platform, has been recognized across 67 G2 Summer 2025 Reports, earning 24 individual badges for category leadership, customer satisfaction, ROI, …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Dmitry Shubov Attends Echelon Singapore 2025, Connecting With Southeast Asia's Top Innovators

SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dmitry Shubov, founder of Dmitry Shubov Consulting, attended the Echelon Singapore Conference on June 10th and 11th, 2025. This tech conference is dedicated to empowering startups and …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Small Business Owners Urged to Seek Legal Counsel Before Considering Bankruptcy

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- It's no secret that the economy is challenging, especially right now. Lately, small businesses, in particular, are really struggling to make ends meet and avoid bankruptcy. There …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Gordon Law Launches New Website to Enhance Criminal Defense Services in Central Texas

Gordon Law PLLC launches new site to offer easier access to criminal defense for DWI, assault, drug charges, and more across Central Texas. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Austin Criminal Defense Firm Gordon Law PLLC has …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

ROSALYN SIA BAKER-BARNES TO BE SWORN IN AS THE 77th PRESIDENT OF THE FLORIDA BAR

Trailblazing Attorney Becomes the First African American Woman President in Organization History WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Leading Florida law firm Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley proudly …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

AMMWEC to Honor Dr. Katrina Lantos Swett at Women Changemakers Conference in Washington, D.C.

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim and Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) is proud to recognize Dr. Katrina Lantos Swett, President of the Lantos Foundation for Human Rights and …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 12:45 GMT

Savannah’s Legal Titan: Stacey M. Goad Earns Fourth Consecutive ThreeBestRated® Award in 2025

SAVANNAH, GA, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “An average citizen cannot take on the complex field of criminal law alone. Without the help of a skilled legal advocate, the balance of power would be tipped overwhelmingly in favor of the …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 11:11 GMT

Litigation Funding from a European Perspective

In a recent report on litigation funding, Deminor CEO Erik Bomans examines key insights on how the litigation funding market has developed since 2023. BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International courts and media coverage …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 20:30 GMT

Statement on Robert Bourns

Robert qualified as a solicitor in 1980 after graduating from Cardiff University. He began his career as a criminal lawyer and went on to become managing partner, then senior partner, of TLT LLP as it grew from a small office in Bristol to a national firm. …

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Published on June 26, 2025 - 20:37 GMT

Introducing Tap2Read Christian Bracelet: An Innovative Bracelet for Daily Inspirations

Introducing Tap2Read Christian Bracelet: An Innovative Bracelet for Daily Inspirations LAGOS, LAGOS, NIGERIA, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a world filled with uncertainty, stress, anxiety, depression, and distractions, a constant …

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Published on June 26, 2025 - 20:24 GMT

Lock Search Group Marks 42 Years of Executive Search Excellence and Highlights AI-Enablement at Its Toronto Practice

Lock Search Group celebrates 42 years, spotlighting its Toronto office, national expansion to 13 sites, global alliance ties, and AI-powered Lockin platform. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lock Search Group, the …

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Published on June 26, 2025 - 20:02 GMT

Fireworks-Related Accidents Could Bring Legal Trouble

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Independence Day, also known as the 4th of July, is famously known as “the fireworks holiday.” Though professional fireworks displays are beautiful and festive, fireworks themselves can …

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