John Nightbridge

John Nightbridge is a veteran reporter, researcher, and economic policy major from UCLA. Passionate about world issues and potential ways to solve them is a significant focus of his work. Writing freelance and reading the news are John's passions at work. Outside of work, it's all about sky diving, surfing, and stock market modeling.

Police Believe 6 Missing People, Including 2 Children are Connected to Cult Led by Child Molester

MISSOURI – Police in Missouri are expressing alarm over a suspected online cult believed to be led by Rashad Jamal, a man serving an 18-year prison sentence for child molestation. The cult operates through Jamal’s YouTube channel, where he refers to himself as the leader of the “University of Cosmic Intelligence.” However, it is his hidden history as a convicted child molester that has prompted police to look into his online activities and the effect …

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Inmate Found Dead with Heart Missing Per Lawsuit

CLAYTON, Alabama — An investigation has been launched into Ventress Correctional Facility in Clayton, Alabama after the discovery of a deceased inmate without a heart. Brandon Clay Dotson, a 43-year-old inmate, was found dead in November 2023, the same day he was set to be considered for parole. Dotson’s family, suspecting foul play, requested a second autopsy which revealed that his heart was missing from his body. A civil complaint has been filed against several …

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Man Shot and Killed in McDonald’s Drive-Thru

MESA, Ariz. – A tragic incident unfolded in Mesa, Arizona, as a man lost his life in a dispute at a McDonald’s drive-thru during the early hours of Saturday morning. Daniel Betker, 22, was shot multiple times after engaging in a verbal altercation with Carlos Heard II, 26, and a group of individuals. Despite being rushed to the hospital, Betker succumbed to his injuries. Mesa police swiftly responded to the shooting, which took place near …

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Man Shot and Killed at Birthday Party

SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Salt Lake City police have made an arrest in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred during a birthday party over the weekendg. Gabriel Vigil, 18, was shot and killed in the early hours of Sunday morning near 300 East and 800 South. The suspect then fled the scene. According to witnesses and a police affidavit, an argument and physical altercation broke out during the party, with one male individual …

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Body Found in Water After Plane Crashes

HALF MOON BAY, Calif. — A body was discovered in the water on Monday morning near the area where a small plane crashed off the coast of Half Moon Bay on Sunday night, according to the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office. The plane, identified as a single-engine Cozy Mark IV, had two people on board, as confirmed by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). The sheriff’s office reported that the plane was seen flying erratically …

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Social Media Influencer Dies Suddenly at Age 35

Boston, Massachusetts – Brazilian-born influencer Mila De Jesus, known for her remarkable weight loss journey, has passed away on Friday at the age of 35, reportedly from suspected cardiac arrest. De Jesus gained fame on Instagram and YouTube, where she documented her transformation with her thousands of followers. She leaves behind her husband, George Kowszik, and four children from a previous marriage. The news of her sudden death has left her friends, family, and fans …

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Decapitated and Blood-drained Body Found in Vineyard Identified

Arvin, California – A breakthrough in a decade-old murder case has led authorities to identify the woman whose decapitated and blood-drained body was found in a vineyard. The Kern County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that the body belonged to Ada Beth Kaplan, a 64-year-old woman. The murder scene’s brutality and the killer’s level of comfort have left investigators uneasy, while the circumstances leading to Kaplan’s death and the identity of her killer remain unknown. The discovery …

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Tragic Mass Shooting at Speakeasy Kills 2, Injures 4

Philadelphia, PA – Two people were killed and four others injured in a mass shooting that took place in Philadelphia’s Strawberry Mansion neighborhood early Sunday morning. The incident occurred inside an illegal speakeasy on the 2400 block of Myrtlewood Street. According to authorities, the victims, ranging in age from 22 to 53, were found at the scene with gunshot wounds. A 53-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene after being shot in the head. …

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5-Year-Old Boy Fatally Shot While Getting a Haircut

Bessemer, Alabama – A 5-year-old boy was tragically killed in a shooting incident that occurred while he was getting a haircut on the morning of Jan 7. The local authorities have reportedly made arrests in connection with the case, although one suspect is still at large. The Jefferson County Coroner’s office identified the victim as Brandon Jamal Nation III. He was accompanying his mother to a barber shop in the 500 block of Seventh Avenue …

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4 Dead, 1 Injured in Tragic Hot Air Balloon Crash

In a devastating incident, four people lost their lives and one person was critically injured when a hot air balloon crashed in the desert area of Eloy, Arizona. The crash occurred on Sunday morning in this small town known for its skydiving activities. The authorities have not determined the cause of the crash, and the investigation is being led by the National Transportation Safety Board and Federal Aviation Administration. One of the victims, 28-year-old Katie …

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