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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Yahoo
Woman convicted in Valentine's Day Halifax mall plot denied parole
An American woman who planned to take part in a mass shooting at the Halifax Shopping Centre 10 years ago has been denied full parole. Lindsay Souvannarath, 33, was convicted of conspiracy to commit murder and sentenced to life for her part in a plot to stage a Valentine's Day massacre in the food court of the mall in 2015. Souvannarath has been in custody since the day before the planned attack. She was arrested at Halifax Stanfield International Airport when she arrived on a flight from her home in Illinois. An anonymous tip to Facebook the day before had alerted Canadian border officials to the plan and even provided a description of Souvannarath. She had been in online correspondence with a 19-year-old Halifax man, James Gamble, in the weeks leading up to the planned attack. According to the Parole Board of Canada, the plan was for Gamble to kill his parents in their suburban Halifax home, then he and Souvannarath would spend the night there before heading to the mall the next day: Feb. 14, or Valentine's Day. But police, acting on the anonymous tip, surrounded the Gamble home and reached out to James Gamble by phone. He talked to police, but then killed himself as police moved in. His parents were not harmed. While their plan was thwarted before they could carry it out, Souvannarath and Gamble intended to sow panic and confusion by throwing Molotov cocktails around the mall, then shoot people trying to flee, according to authorities. They planned to use a rifle and shotgun belonging to Gamble's father and they would save ammunition to kill themselves at the end of the shooting spree. The Parole Board found that the pair also planned to post online media updates on Feb. 15, the day after the massacre. There was a third conspirator, Randall Shepherd, who was a friend of Gamble's. He refused to take part in the actual shooting, but he bought supplies and was arrested along with Souvannarath at the airport. He was also convicted of conspiracy to commit murder and sentenced to 10 years. While Souvannarath has taken part in programs while an inmate, the Parole Board questioned whether she has learned anything and was willing to apply it. "The board is not satisfied that you have internalized the skills that you were taught in programming to mitigate your risk," the board wrote in its decision to deny her parole. "You have made conscious decisions to deceive people about your thoughts that support radicalized violence." During her time in custody, the board noted, she has given interviews with a Halifax-based podcaster and exchanged messages with an American neo-Nazi the Canadian government classifies as a terrorist. The board said Souvannarath had a relationship with the podcaster spanning four years and when she gave him an ultimatum to choose her or his wife and children, he chose his wife. She did not take that well, the board said, and she voiced anger toward married women with children. "I am not looking for love … I'd much rather look for married men so I can destroy the lives of as many mommies as I possibly can. It feels good to have a new enemy," the board quoted Souvannarath as writing. As recently as March of last year, a search of her cell revealed notebooks and drawings depicting violent scenes and Nazi symbols. Souvannarath was proposing that she be released to her parents who still live in Illinois. She has been under a deportation order since 2018 that remains active. If she is released, she is to be immediately sent back to the United States. But at the conclusion of a parole hearing last month, the board felt that release shouldn't happen now. "[Correctional Service of Canada] is recommending the board deny full parole," the decision reads. "Given your low reintegration potential, your lack of plan adequate to manage your risk for violent recidivism, your assessed risk, institutional behaviour, and ongoing indicators of risk related to attitude, poor emotions management and associates, CSC does not believe your risk is manageable on conditional release." MORE TOP STORIES
CBC
6 days ago
- CBC
Woman convicted in Valentine's Day Halifax mall plot denied parole
An American woman who planned to take part in a mass shooting at the Halifax Shopping Centre 10 years ago has been denied full parole. Lindsay Souvannarath, 33, was convicted of conspiracy to commit murder and sentenced to life for her part in a plot to stage a Valentine's Day massacre in the food court of the mall in 2015. Souvannarath has been in custody since the day before the planned attack. She was arrested at Halifax Stanfield International Airport when she arrived on a flight from her home in Illinois. An anonymous tip to Facebook the day before had alerted Canadian border officials to the plan and even provided a description of Souvannarath. She had been in online correspondence with a 19-year-old Halifax man, James Gamble, in the weeks leading up to the planned attack. According to the Parole Board of Canada, the plan was for Gamble to kill his parents in their suburban Halifax home, then he and Souvannarath would spend the night there before heading to the mall the next day: Feb. 14, or Valentine's Day. But police, acting on the anonymous tip, surrounded the Gamble home and reached out to James Gamble by phone. He talked to police, but then killed himself as police moved in. His parents were not harmed. While their plan was thwarted before they could carry it out, Souvannarath and Gamble intended to sow panic and confusion by throwing Molotov cocktails around the mall, then shoot people trying to flee, according to authorities. They planned to use a rifle and shotgun belonging to Gamble's father and they would save ammunition to kill themselves at the end of the shooting spree. The Parole Board found that the pair also planned to post online media updates on Feb. 15, the day after the massacre. There was a third conspirator, Randall Shepherd, who was a friend of Gamble's. He refused to take part in the actual shooting, but he bought supplies and was arrested along with Souvannarath at the airport. He was also convicted of conspiracy to commit murder and sentenced to 10 years. While Souvannarath has taken part in programs while an inmate, the Parole Board questioned whether she has learned anything and was willing to apply it. "The board is not satisfied that you have internalized the skills that you were taught in programming to mitigate your risk," the board wrote in its decision to deny her parole. "You have made conscious decisions to deceive people about your thoughts that support radicalized violence." During her time in custody, the board noted, she has given interviews with a Halifax-based podcaster and exchanged messages with an American neo-Nazi the Canadian government classifies as a terrorist. The board said Souvannarath had a relationship with the podcaster spanning four years and when she gave him an ultimatum to choose her or his wife and children, he chose his wife. She did not take that well, the board said, and she voiced anger toward married women with children. "I am not looking for love … I'd much rather look for married men so I can destroy the lives of as many mommies as I possibly can. It feels good to have a new enemy," the board quoted Souvannarath as writing. As recently as March of last year, a search of her cell revealed notebooks and drawings depicting violent scenes and Nazi symbols. Souvannarath was proposing that she be released to her parents who still live in Illinois. She has been under a deportation order since 2018 that remains active. If she is released, she is to be immediately sent back to the United States. But at the conclusion of a parole hearing last month, the board felt that release shouldn't happen now. "[Correctional Service of Canada] is recommending the board deny full parole," the decision reads. "Given your low reintegration potential, your lack of plan adequate to manage your risk for violent recidivism, your assessed risk, institutional behaviour, and ongoing indicators of risk related to attitude, poor emotions management and associates, CSC does not believe your risk is manageable on conditional release."
Miami Herald
30-06-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Tiny apartment that used to be a janitor's closet costs over $340,000
By James Gamble Meet the man living in one of London's smallest flats - a former janitor's cupboard that's still worth nearly £250k (over $340,000) because of its prime location. Cesar Mendez has lived in the 11.7 sq m property in plush Kensington for four years. He has millionaires for neighbors, can see the Natural History Museum from his window, and says the Royal Family regularly drives by. The 47-year-old insists the space, which includes a bedroom-cum-lounge-cum-kitchen, a minuscule hallway and a tiny toilet and shower room, warrants spending around £1,400 per month in rent (including bills). However, because of the flat's location - one of the capital's most desirable areas - it was recently up for sale with a guide price of £230,000. The flat is now under offer from a prospective buyer and is due to be sold in the coming weeks by estate agents Purplebricks. Despite the lack of room, the flat offers, diminutive Mendez, who works in admin in the banking industry and is originally from Tenerife, says it's the perfect size for him. "The rents in London are crazy," he said. "I love the location, it's great. It's very convenient. "For me it's fine. I'm not very tall, so it's OK. The only problem is you have to keep it clean all the time. "If it's not tidy, there's no space and you go crazy. "Have you seen any other flat under 12 square metres? If I had a girlfriend, we would fight all the time because it's such a small place. Mendez, an avid runner vying to run an astonishing 100 marathons across seven continents for charity Water Aid, says the flat's proximity to Hyde Park is also a major plus. And he added that, due to its centrality in the capital, he regularly sees members of the Royal Family driving past, escorted by police motorcades. "Having Hyde Park five minutes away from the flat is amazing," Mendez continued. "I work in Mayfair, too, and it takes me 10 to 15 minutes to cycle to work. "I have seen King Charles, Prince William and Queen Camilla around the area. Police stop the cars for them to go through. "I see them a lot - maybe once every two weeks. "It's very central. The location is incredible - but there are pros and cons - there's no washing machine so I have to take my clothes to get washed. "But it's still an amazing flat. It's very quiet here. "My neighbors are really nice; some of them are Chinese and some other neighbors are Italian - I think there's eight flats in the whole building." On his rich neighbors' homes, Cesar added: "They are massive. A one-bedroom flat sold for £1m, two bedrooms for £1.5m." Mendez hopes to continue living in the flat he loves once it's sold. Nick Minns, who is selling the flat that used to belong to his mother, harbors fond memories of the flat himself from when he lived in the tiny space for six months. He said he once even had a party, but held the main festivities in the hallway and used his flat as a 'booze cupboard'. On another occasion, he had a tall friend stay over and says he had a limb 'in every part of the flat'. "We had a party on the stairwell once," Minns explained. "The flat was just the booze cupboard. "We had a friend stay over, and he had a different body part in every room." Nick Gaunt, a Local Property Partner at Purplebricks, admitted it was 'unusual' to have a property at a guide price of £230,000 in the area. "To find any property, however small, with such a prestigious postcode and at this price is very unusual," he said. "As such, we're not surprised that it has got snapped up very quickly, especially given its location, investors are likely to see beyond its square meterage and to the fact it makes a smart investment for any buyer." The post Tiny apartment that used to be a janitor's closet costs over $340,000 appeared first on Talker. Copyright Talker News. All Rights Reserved.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
3 Dow Jones Stocks on Our Watchlist
The Dow Jones (^DJI) includes some of the most reliable stocks in the market, and while not all are equal, a few continue to shine. These companies are leveraging their strengths to maintain leadership and reward investors. Not all Dow Jones stocks are created equal, and StockStory is here to help you find the ones with the most upside. That said, here are three Dow Jones stocks that could be good additions to your portfolio. Market Cap: $386.9 billion Founded by candle maker William Procter and soap maker James Gamble, Proctor & Gamble (NYSE:PG) is a consumer products behemoth whose product portfolio spans everything from facial tissues to laundry detergent to feminine care to men's grooming. Why Do We Watch PG? Enormous revenue base of $83.93 billion provides significant negotiating leverage in retail partnerships Healthy operating margin of 25.2% shows it's a well-run company with efficient processes PG is a free cash flow machine with the flexibility to invest in growth initiatives or return capital to shareholders Procter & Gamble's stock price of $164.91 implies a valuation ratio of 23.1x forward P/E. Is now the time to initiate a position? See for yourself in our full research report, it's free. Market Cap: $306.2 billion A pioneer and behemoth in carbonated soft drinks, Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) is a storied beverage company best known for its flagship soda. Why Is KO on Our Radar? Core business is healthy and doesn't need acquisitions to boost sales as its organic revenue growth averaged 11.1% over the past two years Customer loyalty and massive revenue base of $46.98 billion makes it a household name that influences purchasing decisions Products command premium prices and lead to a best-in-class gross margin of 60.6% Coca-Cola is trading at $71.29 per share, or 23.6x forward P/E. Is now a good time to buy? Find out in our full research report, it's free. Market Cap: $195.5 billion With roots dating back to 1891 and a portfolio that includes the blockbuster cancer immunotherapy Keytruda, Merck (NYSE:MRK) develops and sells prescription medicines, vaccines, and animal health products across oncology, infectious diseases, cardiovascular, and other therapeutic areas. Why Are We Fans of MRK? Unparalleled scale of $63.92 billion in revenue gives it negotiating leverage and staying power in an industry with high barriers to entry Free cash flow margin expanded by 11.2 percentage points over the last five years, providing additional flexibility for investments and share buybacks/dividends Industry-leading 15.6% return on capital demonstrates management's skill in finding high-return investments At $77.90 per share, Merck trades at 8.6x forward P/E. Is now the right time to buy? See for yourself in our in-depth research report, it's free. The market surged in 2024 and reached record highs after Donald Trump's presidential victory in November, but questions about new economic policies are adding much uncertainty for 2025. While the crowd speculates what might happen next, we're homing in on the companies that can succeed regardless of the political or macroeconomic environment. Put yourself in the driver's seat and build a durable portfolio by checking out our Top 5 Strong Momentum Stocks for this week. This is a curated list of our High Quality stocks that have generated a market-beating return of 176% over the last five years. Stocks that made our list in 2020 include now familiar names such as Nvidia (+1,545% between March 2020 and March 2025) as well as under-the-radar businesses like the once-small-cap company Exlservice (+354% five-year return). Find your next big winner with StockStory today for free. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Miami Herald
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
School becomes first to get new $200,000 skate park
By James Gamble A state school has become the first in Britain to get its own skate park. Folkestone Academy's new $198,000 facility is available to students during school days and to the wider community at weekends. There are also plans to use it for PE lessons in the future. Skateboard GB, the nation's governing body, says Kent is fast becoming the UK's "capital"of skateboarding. A $17m multi-storey F51 skate park, also in Folkestone, is believed to be the first purpose-built, multi-storey skate park in the world. Skateboarding has seen its profile grow in Britain in the wake of teenager Sky Brown's success at last year's Paris Olympics. Neil Ellis, head of engagement at Skateboard GB, confirmed Folkestone's Academy's skate park is the first with a "concrete bowl" at a state school. And he said: "There has definitely been a growth in the number of youngsters turned off by competitive sports. "We are always playing to win, whereas in skateboarding, you are competing against yourself. It's freedom of expression and it's a massive step forward. "There are many more schools bringing in skateboarding; Northern Ireland and Wales are implementing skateboarding into their curriculum. "Kent does really well in skateboarding at schools; Canterbury Academy do a lot as well. F51 is the first, purpose-built multi-storey skate park in the world and also the most expensive skate park ever built in the UK. "Margate is looking to build the biggest outdoor skate park in the country in the next two years." Folkestone Academy also say the skating facilities are encouraging students disinterested in other aspects of education to go to school and have even improved attendance. "That's a definite win," Mr Ellis continued. "Kids look forward to the skateboard sessions as part of their school day. "It's adding value to their days." The opening of the skate park at Folkestone Academy - part of Kent-based academy trust Turner Schools - earlier this month was attended by local families as well as pro skaters who enjoyed live DJ sets, coaching and giveaways. The $198,000 facility, designed by British-Norwegian company Betongpark, was mainly funded by charity Friends of Folkestone Academy (FFA). The post School becomes first to get new $200,000 skate park appeared first on Talker. Copyright Talker News. All Rights Reserved.
