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Former Cambridge Professor Jason Arday Found Dead Days After Resigning

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Former University of Cambridge professor Jason Arday has been found dead in south London, just nine days after resigning from his prestigious academic position amid controversy surrounding allegations of plagiarism.

Arday was reportedly found lifeless at an address in south London on Friday.

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The Metropolitan Police confirmed his death, saying in a statement:

“At this time his death is being treated as unexpected, but is not believed to be suspicious.”

His death came only days after he stepped down as a professor and fellow of Jesus College, University of Cambridge, following intense scrutiny of his academic work and personal life.
Arday Was Cambridge’s Youngest Black Professor

Arday made history in 2023 when he was appointed as a professor at Cambridge, becoming the youngest Black professor in the university’s history.

His academic career, however, came under renewed scrutiny following a series of investigative reports.

Among the allegations was a claim that portions of his 2015 doctoral thesis contained passages that were identical or very similar to material from an earlier paper written by another researcher.

On July 24, The Times published an analysis of the thesis, highlighting what it described as multiple examples of passages that were “identical or near-identical” to the earlier work.

Questions were also raised in the British media about Arday’s claims of having raised £5.5 million ($7.4 million) for charity through endurance challenges, including running 30 marathons in 35 days and covering 965 kilometres in six days.

Arday acknowledged that he had made mistakes but rejected the wider allegations against him, saying he had been unfairly portrayed.

He said he was being wrongly “portrayed to be a liar and a fantasist and an academic fraud”.
Arday announced his resignation from Cambridge last week, saying that the personal toll of the scrutiny had become too difficult to continue bearing.

“While criticism is an inevitable part of academic life, what I have experienced has gone far beyond scholarly disagreement,” he said.

Cambridge University had initially dismissed plagiarism claims made against Arday by a former colleague, noting that the allegations had previously been investigated by Liverpool John Moores University.

However, Cambridge later announced that it would conduct an independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding Arday’s appointment.
Following his death, Arday’s family criticised what they described as a campaign of harassment and misinformation directed at the academic.

In a statement released through his publisher, Simon & Schuster, the family said:

“The campaign of misinformation was too much for Jason, who was a gentle man and who always wanted to see the best in everyone. We are in shock to have lost this amazing father, partner, brother, uncle and son,”

Arday’s death has brought an abrupt end to the life and career of an academic who had made history at one of Britain’s most prestigious universities.

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19-Year-Old Lady Celebrates as She Graduates With First-Class Honours in Accounting

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A Nigerian lady identified as Fisayo Omotayo has taken to social media to celebrate after graduating with first-class honours in Accounting from Redeemer’s University at the age of 19.

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The young graduate shared the exciting news online, revealing that she completed her degree with first-class honours as part of the university’s Class of 2026.

In her celebratory post, Omotayo introduced herself by her full name, Omotayo Fisayomi Oluwafunmilayo, and expressed gratitude to God for the achievement.

She also noted that it had been exactly one week since her graduation before sharing the milestone with her followers.

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Celebrating her achievement, she wrote:

“19 year old First class graduate 👩‍🎓

It’s been exactly a week since I graduated and if you would allow me I would love to
Reintroduce…..

Omotayo Fisayomi Oluwafunmilayo
B.Sc. Accounting
First class honors
Class of 2026
Redeemers university, Ede.

And this is all to the glory of God✨”

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The Love They Sowed Will Remain in Our Hearts Forever – Family Mourns as Conjoined Twins Die After Suffering a Heart Attack

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Ecuadorian conjoined twin influencers José Luis and José Armando Cevallos have died at the age of 27 following separate cardiac emergencies, according to reports.

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Their deaths were announced by their friend, Fernando Carrillo, who shared details of the tragic incident.

According to the account, José Luis suffered a cardiac arrest and was rushed to the hospital alongside his brother. While doctors managed to stabilise José Luis, José Armando reportedly suffered a heart attack minutes later. Both brothers eventually passed away.

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News of their deaths has left their loved ones mourning the sudden loss.

Their brother, Damián, also expressed his grief over the tragedy, saying he could not imagine what their parents were going through following the loss of both sons.

A tribute was also shared on the twins’ Instagram account, thanking everyone who supported them and helped them pursue their dreams.

The statement read:

“We sincerely thank all the people who accompanied them, supported them, and helped them achieve their dreams. Their joy, their story, and the love they sowed will remain in our hearts forever”

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My Family Doesn’t Know What to Do Again – Mother Cries Out as Kidnappers Send Her a Photo of Her Children 7 Weeks After They Were Abducted in Kaduna

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A woman based in Kaduna State, Dominic Tina, has appealed to the public for help in securing the release of her two children, who were reportedly kidnapped seven weeks ago in Rimi Kamazou, Kaduna State.

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Tina took to social media to express her distress, revealing that her family had made several efforts to secure the children’s release, but their attempts had so far been unsuccessful.

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In her emotional appeal, she shared photographs of the children, including one reportedly sent to the family by their kidnappers and another taken on Sunday, August 30, before the incident.

Appealing to social media users to help spread the word, the worried mother said her family no longer knew what else to do and was desperately seeking assistance to bring the children home safely.

She wrote:

“Please friends, I need assistance.

“Am the mother of the two children that were kidnapped 7 weeks ago at Rimi Kamazou. We have tried our best for their release, but till now, to no avail.

“The first picture was sent to us by the kidnappers, while the second picture was taken on Sunday, 30th August, before the kidnapping.

“My family don’t know what to do again. Please help me reshare. We desperately need assistance.”

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He Asked If I Wanted to Sell My Unborn Child, but I Said No. He Followed Me, Saying an Alhaji Would Pay ₦1.5 Million for My Baby if I Agreed – Pregnant Woman Shares Encounter With a Strange Man

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A Nigerian woman identified as Amaka Peace has raised an alarm on Facebook after claiming that a strange man approached her and offered her N1.5 million in exchange for her unborn baby.

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Amaka shared the disturbing experience in a Facebook post on Friday, October 16, 2026, explaining that the incident happened while she was on her way to school.

According to her account, the man approached her near her workplace and asked whether she was willing to sell her unborn child.

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She said she turned down the offer and tried to walk away, but the stranger continued following her, insisting that an Alhaji was ready to pay N1.5 million for the baby.

Amaka said she became frightened when the man allegedly threatened that she would sell the child “by fire or by force.”

Concerned for her safety, she reportedly sought help from a woman selling food nearby and explained what had happened. The woman then contacted her husband, who works as a vigilante, and he arrived with two other men.

Amaka said the suspect attempted to flee after realising that she had informed others about his actions. His attempt to escape reportedly attracted the attention of other men and youths at a nearby food spot, who helped apprehend him before the police arrived.

Recounting the incident, Amaka wrote:

“I was on my way to school this morning, I didn’t want to go early but we prepared early cause hubby was around. 

Only for me to get to the street of my work place and this man in this picture approached me, asking IF I WANTED TO SELL MY UNBORN CHILD I was honestly surprised and told him no and increased my pace but he kept following me telling me Alhaji will pay 1.5m for my innocent pikin. I didn’t even respond to him (I kept calling my hubby and it was saying not reachable and it will be a bad idea for me to go home cause he will definitely follow me) but he followed me to almost my school and made a statement “You go sell by fire or by force” 
That’s when I went to the woman who sells food and narrated everything, she quickly called her hubby who is a vigilantee (I pretend like I was buying food and told her everything) he came with 2 boys and was discussing with his wife like he doesn’t know her. 

I guess he sensed that I’ve told them and wanted to run, the man raised an alarm and some men and young boys who were eating in mama akara spot came out, that was how he was caught oh, they beat him till police came and took him away. My body have been shaking since morning. 
(He was talking to some school children since I refused to answer him, i had to slow down and told them to go to the front that was how I was able to take this picture) 

Please let’s be careful out there 🙏 
He said he came from keffi yesterday night 

#awareness #trendingnow #security”

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Former University of Kentucky Cheerleader Laken Snelling Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison Over Her Baby’s Death

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Former University of Kentucky cheerleader Laken Snelling has been sentenced to 10 years in prison in connection with the death of her newborn baby.

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Snelling was indicted on manslaughter and three other charges in March before pleading guilty in August. The case dates back to August 2025, when her roommates reportedly heard loud noises coming from her closet and contacted authorities.

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When officers arrived, they found the newborn inside the closet, wrapped in a trash bag. The baby was cold to the touch.

According to a statement from Lexington police, the Kentucky Medical Examiner’s Office determined that the infant had been born alive and died from asphyxiation.

During the court proceedings, Judge Diane Minnifield asked Snelling how she had ended the infant’s life. She responded, “I deprived him of oxygen.”

Snelling became emotional as she addressed the court, explaining the circumstances surrounding the incident.

“I was under a lot of emotional stress and my baby came unexpectedly.

“And instead of helping him, I ended his life and afterward I cleaned up and didn’t tell anyone.”

In addition to the manslaughter charge, Snelling pleaded guilty to abuse of a corpse, tampering with physical evidence and concealing the birth of an infant.

Following her arrest, Snelling reportedly told investigators that she remained awake for about 30 minutes after giving birth before passing out on top of the baby.

Court documents stated that when she regained consciousness, she noticed the infant was “turning blue and purple.”

Investigators also discovered that Snelling had deleted photographs of her labour from her phone, along with other evidence relating to her pregnancy, according to court documents.

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Man Charged With Murder After Burning His Wife to Death While Their Daughter Slept Upstairs

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Man has been charged with the murder of his wife after investigators determined that she had been strangled before her body was set on fire inside their family home while their seven-year-old daughter was sleeping upstairs.

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The suspect, identified as Jonathan Gatto, is facing charges over the death of his 41-year-old wife, Julia Pederson, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

In addition to murder, Gatto is facing other charges, including arson-related offences, tampering with evidence, endangering the welfare of a child and abuse of a corpse.

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According to reports, the incident occurred on October 10, when police were called to the couple’s home at around 7 a.m. Julia was found unresponsive and rushed to the hospital, where she was pronounced dead.

Investigators later determined that the fire had been deliberately started in a downstairs bedroom. An affidavit of probable cause stated that blood testing established Julia was already dead before the fire began, while an autopsy revealed that she had been strangled.

During questioning, Gatto reportedly told investigators that his marriage to Julia had been troubled and that they had been discussing how to tell their daughter about their plans to separate.

He also claimed that Julia returned home from work the previous day feeling unwell and had taken medication for her migraines.

According to the affidavit, Gatto told investigators that he later heard noises coming from upstairs, including what he described as someone trembling down the stairs. He said he went to the landing overlooking the basement but did not see anyone.

Jonathan

He further claimed that he asked Julia if she was okay after hearing her mumble something, before hearing her bedroom door close.

Gatto also told investigators that he woke up at around 2 a.m. to offer his wife medication, but she declined.

He reportedly claimed that smoke alarms later woke him up, prompting him to rush upstairs to rescue their daughter before calling 911.

He reportedly claimed that smoke alarms later woke him up, prompting him to rush upstairs to rescue their daughter before calling 911.

According to his account, he then attempted to return inside to save Julia but burnt his hand while reaching through a bedroom door and was forced to retreat.

The couple’s seven-year-old daughter was reportedly asleep upstairs when the alleged killing took place.

Meanwhile, Julia’s sister, Abbey, has organised a fundraiser to help cover funeral expenses and establish a scholarship fund for her niece.

In the appeal, the family described Julia as a beloved friend, daughter, sister, wife and mother whose death had left a deep void in the lives of those who knew her.

The statement also expressed gratitude for the support received from relatives, friends, colleagues and members of the community during the difficult period.

Julia was a dedicated paediatrician who was certified in general paediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics. She graduated from Harvard University before earning her medical degree from Stanford School of Medicine.

She subsequently completed her paediatric residency at Northwestern’s Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, dedicating her career to caring for children and supporting their families.

Beyond her medical career, Julia enjoyed exploring nature preserves, reading and learning to crochet. She lived in Harrisburg with her family and was remembered by her loved ones for much more than her professional achievements.

The fundraiser’s statement also highlighted the loss her daughter has suffered, noting that the young girl is in second grade.

The family said they hoped to surround Julia’s daughter with the same compassion and care that Julia had shown to others throughout her life.

At the time of writing, the fundraiser had raised $26,036, equivalent to approximately £19,532, to support the family and help secure the young girl’s future.

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Detention Deputy Fired After Posing for Photos With Inmates and Posting Them Online Just Four Months After Starting the Job

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A detention deputy has lost her job after photos showing her posing with jailed inmates surfaced on social media.

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The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office confirmed on Tuesday that Detention Deputy Karla Beltran was dismissed on Monday, October 12, under a probationary dismissal.

The photos show Beltran sitting in front of a window overlooking an inmate holding area, with several inmates on the other side of the glass posing alongside her.

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In one of the pictures, Beltran can be seen raising her middle finger towards the camera.

It remains unclear who took the photographs or the circumstances under which they were taken. However, the images drew attention after they were shared on social media.

Beltran had only joined the sheriff’s office in July, meaning she had worked for approximately 100 days before her dismissal.

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Newborn Baby Found Abandoned in a Bush in South Africa

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A newborn baby girl has been found alive inside a shopping bag in a bush in Oakford, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, after reportedly being left there for about 20 hours.

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The baby was discovered on Tuesday, October 13, by a couple who heard her crying while passing through the area. Members of Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) were subsequently called to the scene to assist.

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According to an eyewitness account, a woman was seen entering the bush at approximately 2 p.m. on Monday, October 12, carrying a Woolworths shopping bag. Locals reportedly did not realise that she was carrying a baby.

At about 9:45 a.m. on Tuesday, RUSA’s headquarters received a call for assistance after the couple discovered the infant inside the bag.

The couple reportedly followed the sound of crying and found the newborn inside the shopping bag. They then used scissors to open the bag and discovered the baby wrapped in a black T-shirt.

According to the report, the baby’s umbilical cord had been cut but left untied, while the placenta was also found inside the bag.

When RUSA personnel arrived, paramedics examined the baby girl and found her to be in good condition.

She was subsequently transported to a local government hospital for further medical attention.

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Man Mauled to Death by Tiger After Entering Its Den at Yorkshire Zoo to Take Photos With the Animal

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A photograph of William Chapman, the man who reportedly died after being attacked by a tiger at a zoo in Yorkshire, has circulated online following the tragic incident.

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The Tiger that Mauled Williams

Reports indicate that Chapman was killed on Saturday after entering the enclosure of a male Siberian tiger weighing approximately 200kg and identified as Altai.

According to eyewitness accounts, Chapman had been dancing to music before approaching another visitor and asking them to take a photograph of him with the tiger in the background.

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However, the situation took a dangerous turn when he reportedly began climbing into the animal’s enclosure. A woman was said to have tried desperately to stop him, but he eventually dropped approximately 12 feet to the floor inside the enclosure.

Witnesses described scenes of panic as the tiger attacked him. Chapman was reportedly heard breathing heavily before onlookers began shouting and screaming, with one person heard exclaiming, “Oh my god”.

During the attack, he was also reportedly heard shouting “stop” and crying out “no, no”. Witness accounts further suggested that he used a sign language system commonly associated with people who experience difficulties communicating.

Emergency services were reportedly alerted to the incident at approximately 1:35 p.m.

Meanwhile, a witness who took photographs of Chapman during the incident was said to have become emotional while appealing to social media users to refrain from posting hurtful comments about the tragedy.

The witness reportedly urged online users to think carefully before sharing insensitive remarks, particularly in response to the circumstances surrounding the man’s death.

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Transgender Woman Arrested After Fatally Stabbing Man Who Mocked Her for Using Women’s Bathroom Instead of Men’s

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A 32-year-old transgender woman identified as Kelly Day has been arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of a 50-year-old man, Larry Young, following a reported confrontation in Chicago.

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According to prosecutors, the incident occurred on October 7 on Chicago’s Far South Side after an argument reportedly broke out over comments about Day’s gender identity and her use of a female restroom at McDonald’s.

Day was reportedly with her partner and her seven-year-old stepson when the confrontation began. Assistant State’s Attorney Sara Grgurovic provided details of the incident during a Saturday hearing at Central Bond Court.

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According to prosecutors, Young approached Day on the street and made comments about her gender, triggering an argument between the pair. As tensions escalated, Day’s partner reportedly attempted to pull her away from the confrontation.

Authorities said Young pushed Day before walking away toward a nearby gas station across the street.

However, prosecutors told the court that Day later told her partner she did not want “bullies” to get away with making fun of her gender. She subsequently followed Young across the street, where the confrontation reportedly resumed.

Surveillance footage reportedly showed Day holding a knife above Young while he was lying on the ground before stabbing him 13 times in the head, neck and upper shoulders, according to the Chicago Tribune.

Following the incident, Day allegedly called 911 and reported that she had been injured while defending herself from a “pervert.” Prosecutors said she then threw away the knife and left the scene.

Police later recovered the weapon, which was found with part of its blade missing.

During a subsequent 911 call, Day reportedly gave a different account of how she sustained her injury, claiming she had cut herself while cooking. Authorities later arrested her at a city hospital, where she had sought treatment for a cut to her finger, Grgurovic told the court.

Following her arrest, Day reportedly told investigators that Young had directed a gay slur at her, made a gun gesture and threatened to have someone beat her up.

An autopsy determined that Young died from multiple sharp-force injuries. Prosecutors and the Cook County medical examiner’s office also reported that the tip of the metal knife was later recovered from his skull.

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