Famed for its turquoise waters, lush beaches and breathtaking views, iconic Brazilian tourism destination Copacabana is reeling from violent crime, leading residents to launch vigilante groups — worrying authorities and rights activists. The upscale Rio de Janeiro neighbourhood has been making headlines for the wrong reasons in recent weeks: aContinue Reading

Six guards at a maximum-security prison for Perth’s youth have been injured in a massive riot, which began after a child hit an officer with a makeshift weapon and stole her keys. The juvenile detainees were being held in Unit 18 youth detention facility within Casuarina Prison about 4pm SaturdayContinue Reading