Unearthed

Unearthed Treasures: How a 16th-Century Shipwreck Sparked Texas’s Archaeological Revolution

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Near South Padre Island, Texas, deep-sea archaeology has taken on new significance following the discovery of historic shipwrecks. The exploration of these submerged relics has not only unearthed artifacts but also sparked changes in the laws protecting such valuable cultural resources. The 1554 shipwrecks of three Spanish ships, which met their untimely fate due to a violent storm, serve as crucial reminders of maritime heritage. The shipwrecks of the Espíritu Santo, San Esteban, and Santa Maria de Yciar resulted in nearly 250 casualties and the loss of substantial cargo, including raw silver and minted reales. … Read more

Systemic Flaws in Justice System Unearthed as Longest-Serving Wrongly Convicted Man is Exonerated After 38 Years

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LONDON, United Kingdom — A prominent barrister has cautioned that similar miscarriages of justice to that of Peter Sullivan are “absolutely inevitable,” following Sullivan’s recent exoneration after 38 years behind bars. Chris Henley KC, who conducted a critical review of the Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC), emphasized the perceived flaws within the appeals system. Henley’s comments came after Sullivan’s conviction for murder was overturned, based on DNA evidence that was not available during his trial. The case stands as the longest-running miscarriage of justice in the United Kingdom. Henley pointed out the CCRC’s oversight in … Read more