5 hours ago, save the frogs said:

do they blindfold you?

it's fairly quick and painless, I imagine?

a bunch of bullets should take you down in less than 2 seconds?

some electric chairs have malfunctioned, leading to excrutiating pain

As have gas chambers (why were they gone?) , hangings and certainly lethal injections.

The anticipation is far worse than dying. We're not supposed to know when we're going to die.

Capital punishment is just the state's revenge, bringing no real closure.

Shame. She's pretty fit.

Thick as mince though.

9 minutes ago, unblocktheplanet said:

Capital punishment is just the state's revenge, bringing no real closure.

I dont want to debate capital punishment.

But they should make it as humane as possible.

Firing squad ... Maybe sedate them first? I don't know.

Roman Empire used crucifixition (how do you spell that?).

Takes 3 days of intense torture to die on a cross.

Those were nasty SOBs those Romans.

2 minutes ago, save the frogs said:

Romans used crucifixition (how do you spell that?).

Takes 3 days of intense torture to die on a cross.

Those were nasty SOBs those Romans.

Yes, bloody Romans.

What did they ever do for us.

Anyone. ?

4 minutes ago, rocketboy2 said:

Yes, bloody Romans.

What did they ever do for us.

Anyone. ?

They gave us Jesus --- unintentionally and inadvertently.

20 hours ago, MikeandDow said:

What you stated is correct BUT this was manslaughter! Excessive Force: If you used more force than was reasonably necessary to protect yourself (e.g., using a deadly weapon against an unarmed attacker), the justification may be voided, potentially leading to a manslaughter charge.

I agree with your sentiment., ie Excessive Force.

We don't know what really happened, we only have the woman's side of the argument, in that she was attacked in the apartment.

"George pleaded for the return of her passport before she was punched in the face and attacked again. She claims she feared for her life and grabbed a nearby kitchen knife, fatally stabbing the man in self-defence"

So we have a man attacking a woman, she was punched in the face and had evidence of that?

So assuming that the man was stronger than this woman, she could be fearing for her life?

It's up to the court in Dubai, but no jury in there so. i think you are right she will get a manslaughter verdict!

For her to be able to kill him with a knife, I think he would need to be asleep..............

1 hour ago, unblocktheplanet said:

As have gas chambers (why were they gone?) , hangings and certainly lethal injections.

The anticipation is far worse than dying. We're not supposed to know when we're going to die.

Capital punishment is just the state's revenge, bringing no real closure.

Not really if you ponder the following 2 questions...

How many convicted murderers released from jail have gone on to kill again? Answer. Lots

How many convicted murderers who were executed have gone on to kill again? Answer: Zero.

It is really just the state doing its duty to protect its citizens from further harm. It should be brought back. A bullet to the head or the heart is a cheap, efficient approach. Not sure why there needs to be any more ceremony than that.

On 6/28/2026 at 5:30 PM, MikeandDow said:

And you are assuming she planned this! which is doubtful!! when you go to another country you don't expect to be punched in the face and assaulted

Not in the least am I assuming that. What I am assuming is that people on here are umping to conclusions when they have no idea of what really took place.

On 6/27/2026 at 12:42 PM, James105 said:

Top tip for women and gay people. Do not, under any circumstances, visit a muslim controlled country. Unless of course you want to learn a very harsh lesson on how an actual homophobic ethno-nationalist patriarchy operates. In which case, fill your boots.

How about trying an Asphyxiation stunt in Dubai or Saudi Arabia?

A good reminder to all those who enjoy displaying their Bxxbs and hair extensions online...that the Gulf nations are no place to fool around...and remain islamic ruled nations no matter all the westernising propaganda.

17 hours ago, Sigmund said:

A good reminder to all those who enjoy displaying their Bxxbs and hair extensions online...that the Gulf nations are no place to fool around...and remain islamic ruled nations no matter all the westernising propaganda.

Yes, In Dubai it seems quite normal on the face of it.

In the super luxury shopping malls you see women in shorty shorts, at the same time you see a local man with his 4 wives dressed from head to foot in black, its surreal. The hotels all have bars and some clubs etc, it all seems fun until you step over the line, then you are back to reality.

On 6/30/2026 at 12:24 PM, Off Piste said:

For her to be able to kill him with a knife, I think he would need to be asleep..............

That is speculation. The facts will come out and if she is found guilty then she will get the penalty for her actions.

On 6/30/2026 at 11:35 AM, unblocktheplanet said:

As have gas chambers (why were they gone?) , hangings and certainly lethal injections.

The anticipation is far worse than dying. We're not supposed to know when we're going to die.

Capital punishment is just the state's revenge, bringing no real closure.

No real closure I agree but it does stop a repeat by the individual.

2 hours ago, Photoguy21 said:

No real closure I agree but it does stop a repeat by the individual.

Unless he's innocent, of course.

I was musing today that so few women commit serious crimes. They don't shoot up schools, by and large don't murder their abusers, rob banks (since Bonnie) or kidnap people.

What's wrong with those XX chromosomes that they can't find true equality with men. Except, I guess, with armpit hair.

6 hours ago, mikeymike100 said:

Yes, In Dubai it seems quite normal on the face of it.

In the super luxury shopping malls you see women in shorty shorts, at the same time you see a local man with his 4 wives dressed from head to foot in black, its surreal. The hotels all have bars and some clubs etc, it all seems fun until you step over the line, then you are back to reality.

Yes as I have never seen such a boobFest with all display of cleavage as in Dubai. Mostly by the regular bunch of shameless western females. Rather a lack of elementary respect towards a nation that does remain conservative, no matter what they try the world to believe.

On 6/27/2026 at 4:31 PM, Keeps said:

Before I even got to the above part of your post I automatically thought 'Irish Pikey'.

Same here but what I actually thought was " pikey scum"

On 6/26/2026 at 5:06 PM, unblocktheplanet said:

Where's the hand 'em high brigade???

playin poker

18 hours ago, Photoguy21 said:

That is speculation. The facts will come out and if she is found guilty then she will get the penalty for her actions.

She may indeed get the penalty, as you say, but will she get justice?

On 6/27/2026 at 8:46 AM, Smokey and the Bandit said:

I notice the 'consular office ' is involved, but they wont be much help?

The UAE is a major investor in the UK (hundreds of billions in real estate, finance, football clubs, etc.).

Dubai and Abu Dhabi are key partners for British business, arms deals, and geopolitical interests.

The UK government is usually very careful not to aggressively criticize the UAE on human rights or individual cases.......Money TALKS!!☹️

Great expectations.

Hope this applies to all human beings accused of murder on this planet.

Or any reason for exceptions?

26 minutes ago, mikeymike100 said:

She may indeed get the penalty, as you say, but will she get justice?

If it is shown that she murdered him then yes she will.

Is the Mirror wrong and the posters here correct?

Just asking.

Ex-John Lewis shop assistant Brooke George, 23, is facing the firing squad in Dubai after she was charged with murdering a fellow Brit she met online

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/brit-woman-dubai-stabbing-death-37345431

6 hours ago, Photoguy21 said:

If it is shown that she murdered him then yes she will.

From Websters dictionary......."Justice in law refers to the process of using laws to fairly judge cases, redress wrongs, and punish crimes, ensuring that everyone is treated impartially and fairly. It embodies the principle of moral rightness and the administration of law to achieve fairness for all individuals"

In Dubai everyone is not treated impartially.

On paper, the UAE Constitution guarantees equality before the law regardless of race, nationality, or social status. In practice, however, impartiality is heavily influenced by who you are, the nature of the case, and your citizenship status.

The UAE legal system fails to act impartially in Brooke George’s case because it actively stacked the deck for the prosecution through structural bias and a denial of basic due process.

By ignoring her documented facial injuries and immediately filing a one-sided charge of premeditated murder, the authorities completely bypassed a balanced investigation into her claims of domestic abuse and self-defense.

This initial bias was then locked in by interrogating her without a defense lawyer, denying her immediate consular access, and subjecting her to institutional humiliation—all while forcing a traumatized foreign national through high-stakes proceedings conducted entirely in Arabic without adequate translation.

22 hours ago, mikeymike100 said:

From Websters dictionary......."Justice in law refers to the process of using laws to fairly judge cases, redress wrongs, and punish crimes, ensuring that everyone is treated impartially and fairly. It embodies the principle of moral rightness and the administration of law to achieve fairness for all individuals"

In Dubai everyone is not treated impartially.

On paper, the UAE Constitution guarantees equality before the law regardless of race, nationality, or social status. In practice, however, impartiality is heavily influenced by who you are, the nature of the case, and your citizenship status.

The UAE legal system fails to act impartially in Brooke George’s case because it actively stacked the deck for the prosecution through structural bias and a denial of basic due process.

By ignoring her documented facial injuries and immediately filing a one-sided charge of premeditated murder, the authorities completely bypassed a balanced investigation into her claims of domestic abuse and self-defense.

This initial bias was then locked in by interrogating her without a defense lawyer, denying her immediate consular access, and subjecting her to institutional humiliation—all while forcing a traumatized foreign national through high-stakes proceedings conducted entirely in Arabic without adequate translation.

Name a country where everyone is treated without bias.

On 7/4/2026 at 2:50 PM, Photoguy21 said:

Name a country where everyone is treated without bias.

There is no country on Earth that treats everyone with absolute, ZERO bias, but some are much better than others

Nordic countries are the best, they consistently top the global rankings for impartiality, fundamental rights, and the absence of corruption.

The UAE functions beautifully as a safe, highly efficient, and low-corruption hub for business and tourism (ranking in the top 20–30 globally for those elements). But when it comes to human rights and checking the power of the state, it ranks among some of the most restrictive nations globally.

So for normal tourists, its a good place to visit, but don't do anything that would get you into trouble!

22 hours ago, mikeymike100 said:

There is no country on Earth that treats everyone with absolute, ZERO bias, but some are much better than others

Nordic countries are the best, they consistently top the global rankings for impartiality, fundamental rights, and the absence of corruption.

The UAE functions beautifully as a safe, highly efficient, and low-corruption hub for business and tourism (ranking in the top 20–30 globally for those elements). But when it comes to human rights and checking the power of the state, it ranks among some of the most restrictive nations globally.

So for normal tourists, its a good place to visit, but don't do anything that would get you into trouble!

It is only restrictive when compared to Western countries and just look at the state that they are in.