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Boston Globe
6 hours ago
- Boston Globe
Idaho man charged with cyberstalking Mass. professor after attending Zoom class one time
Prosecutors did not immediately respond to the Globe's request for confirmation of the hearing. He is slated to face the same charge in federal court in Boston at a later date, the statement said. Advertisement The class where Kay first encountered the professor was an online course on psychosis offered through a university extension program. The statement didn't identify the school, and Foley's office did not respond to the Globe's request for clarification Tuesday evening. After attending one Zoom meeting and a single class session, Kay 'became fixated' on the professor, Foley's office said. He quickly dropped the course but continued sending her threatening messages through email and LinkedIn for the next five months. 'That day I saw you on Zoom… You were the most beautiful thing I have ever seen,' he allegedly wrote in one of the emails, dated April 1. 'Not just appearance. Everything. Your presence. Your mind. Your light. To gain you…and then to lose you like that? It devastated me." Advertisement In later messages — some of which she received directly, others of which were sent to other university offices with her copied in — Kay urged the professor to leave the university, referenced her young child, and expressed a desire to separate her and her husband. 'You are still free. But you are not unreachable,' one email read, according to Foley's office. Another warned of 'action[s] of serious consequence... in accordance with divine alignment and institutional justice.' '[This is only] the VERY BEGINNING... She knows what is coming,' Kay allegedly wrote. On June 5, Kay allegedly emailed both the professor and the university president to announce he had bought a ticket to Boston's Logan Airport to attend an in-person negotiations class that summer. At that point, he was already barred from enrolling in any of the university's courses, according to the statement. Airline records confirmed a July 11 booking under Kay's name. However, he never boarded the flight, the statement said. Rita Chandler can be reached at
Irish Independent
8 hours ago
- General
- Irish Independent
Around the Districts: Taghmon-Camross and Tullogher-Rosbercon
Church News – Weekend Mass Schedule Saturday: Cleariestown 6 p.m. – Caroreigh 8 p.m. Sunday: Trinity 9 a.m. – Taghmon 10.15 a.m. – Rathangan 11.30 a.m. Weekday Mass Schedule Tuesday: Cleariestown 9.30 a.m. Wednesday: Caroreigh 9.30 a.m. Thursday: Rathangan 9.30 a.m. – School Mass Friday: Taghmon 10 a.m. – School Mass Adoration Times Duncormick – Monday 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. – New Adorers always welcome Taghmon – Tuesday 11 a.m. to midday – New Members welcome Cleariestown – Thursday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Caroreigh – Monday 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. – except Bank Holiday Mondays and the months of June and July. Check out our Caroreigh Community Page and Taghmon Rathangan Parish page for all Church Notices. Caroreigh Field-day The Caroreigh annual field day starts at 1.30 p.m. this Sunday, July 27, The event will feature all the customary stalls and attractions including bottle, cake, produce, pongo, spin and win, books, children's races, golf, barbecue, tractor rides, horse racing, shop, hurling puck, penalty kick, crossbar challenge, hang tough, daisy the cow, name the doll, fishing, rings, darts, plotto, raffles, tea and much, much more... The fancy dress parade will be led out by the New Ross and District Pipe Band. We are also anticipating a highly successful dog show with 10 categories. This event promises to be an excellent family outing. Entry to the field is by donation. Test your luck with the annual tickets €2 each or a book of three €5 available from parishioners. If anyone requires more tickets, please contact any of the committee. Please inform family and friends about this event. For queries regarding above contact Kay at 087 2680273/kaynolandoyle@ ANCCR Vacancies Anccr Area Development CLG – Community Employment Scheme Are recruiting for a Community Employment Scheme Supervisor. Based in Raheen, Co. Wexford, covering areas of Adamstown Newbawn Clonroche Camross Cushinstown and Raheen. This full-time, 39 hours per week, position is offered on a one-year fixed-term contract. The role is supported by a Community Employment Scheme under the Department of Social Protection, which funds CE personnel on our scheme. For full details visit or email anccrareadevelopment@ Taghmon Parish Heritage Weekend Preparations for the Heritage Weekend are ongoing. The next organisational meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 31, at 8 p.m. in the Scout Hall. Volunteers from the community are being sought to support activities throughout the weekend. This meeting will be the final one before the Fleadh. Community members are encouraged to share information about the weekend with family and friends. Below is a summary of the planned events, which aim to offer a range of activities. Students from St Fintan's NS, Taghmon and St Garvan's NS, Caroreigh have contributed artwork for display during the weekend. On Sunday, August 17, Alison Martin will host 'The Tale Trail,' a programme designed for children with additional needs and their families. There will also be a Mini Vehicle Run, welcoming decorated tractors, cars, trikes, bikes, and scooters. Face painting activities will be available on Green Gardens. Two guided walks are planned. The first will take place on Saturday morning at 11 a.m., starting at Carrigfoyle Quarry and proceeding over Forth Mountain, through Pennylands, concluding at Skeater Park. Members of the Barntown Heritage Group will serve as guides. The second walk will occur on Sunday morning, departing from St Fintan's National School in Taghmon, visiting Brownescastle, St Munna's bed, St Munna's Well, a derelict woollen factory (circa 1915), large redwood trees, and a river walk, before returning to Taghmon. On Saturday evening, an anniversary Mass will be held at St Garvan's Church, Caroreigh Y35DP79, marking its 180th anniversary, followed by tea and refreshments in the Old School. At approximately 9.30 p.m., there will be a storytelling session with pre-arranged musicians. From 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on both days, the Family Resource Centre on St Joseph's Street will host a photographic exhibition highlighting Traveller Heritage in Taghmon, including a screening of the documentary 'Memories of My Village' by the Traveller St Munna's Women's Group. The exhibition features local memories in print and video formats. On Sunday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., Fortune's Antiques and Country Fair will be held in Chantal's Garden, featuring antique dealers and stalls with jams, books, crafts, retro signs, and other items. For the first time, handcrafted items by Taghmon and Camross ICA members will be displayed in the Scout Hall between 1: 00 and 5 p.m. Beginning at 3 p.m., live music and dance performances will take place on the streets, including the Camross ICA Mummers. Community participation is welcomed. Also on Sunday, vintage machinery, including a working steam engine, will be displayed throughout Taghmon as part of the Vintage Vehicle Village. At 5 p.m., skittles will take place in Green Gardens/Alice Brady's, while horseshoes will begin simultaneously on the green near the TAG Office. Teams can participate free of charge by registering at 087 2680273 or on the day. The weekend will conclude with a céilí and Old Time Dance in Camross Hall from 9.00 p.m. to 11 p.m., featuring music by the Corach céilí Band. For further information, contact any committee member or Kay Doyle at 087 2680273 or at kaynolandoyle@ Further updates will be provided next week. Camross Hall News (Y35 YY89) Dancing at Camross On Friday, August 1, Camross Hall will host a dance event featuring the talented Stacey Breen. Admission is €10, which includes tea. The event will commence at nine PM and continue till late. Consider organising a group outing or a ladies' night for an enjoyable experience. A delightful evening is guaranteed with ample opportunities for dancing. Check out Camross Hall's Facebook page for further details on all upcoming events or contact kaynolandoyle@ Taghmon History Society Membership reminder: Membership fees are now due. New members welcome, contact Kay Doyle, 087 2680273/kaynolandoyle@ Meeting The next meeting of the Taghmon History Society is scheduled to be held at Scout Hall on Thursday, July 31, at approximately 9: 00 PM. We will be discussing the Journal We have a busy agenda for the evening and anticipate accomplishing substantial work. All are welcome to attend, including prospective new members. Photos We are once again requesting submissions of photographs. All submitted photographs will be returned undamaged. Many historic photographs remain stored in boxes within attics or suitcases beneath beds. This history is invaluable, and we feel a strong responsibility to preserve it. Additionally, we are seeking photographs depicting farm life prior to mechanisation. Organising and Decluttering Have you been decluttering? Do you have old photos, old history items or anything else of historical value, and don't know what to do with it? We would be delighted to take this from you; we have storage space available. You can contact any of the members for collection or you can leave it in TAG for our attention. Check out our Facebook page for any other queries. You can reach us at email kaynolandoyle@ 2680273. TAG News Taghmon Action Group Bingo Doors open at 7 p.m. starts at 7.30 p.m. Also on the night is Quick Bingo this jackpot is €1,750 and a chance to win €25 on the night. Tickets €1. Camross ICA Follow our Camross ICA on Facebook for all that's happening. Hidden Treasures Charity Shop Donations are always welcome. Hidden Treasure Charity shop opening times – Monday to Thursday 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Connected Hubs Bookings can now be made for the TAG Digital Hub on the Connected Hubs website at Call into the TAG office also for information and viewing of the hubs. Line Dancing Line Dancing every Thursday evening 7.30 p.m. to 8.45 p.m. in TAG Centre Taghmon Y35C2DE Contact Clare: 087 – 7612560 for more information. Tullogher-Rosbercon Sabbatical Leave Our parish priest, Fr Dan Cavanagh, will be away on Sabbatical Leave from July 29 till November 29. In the meantime, Fr Anthony O'Connor, who previously served in Rosbercon, will cover the weekend Masses and the administration of the Sacraments. He can be contacted at 087 2517766. Jubilee Year of Hope In this Jubilee Year of Hope 2025, Bishop Niall Coll, will welcome the Pilgrim Statue of the Sacred Heart to the diocese of Ossory. It will be in Kilkenny during July and August. Bishop Niall had A Mass of welcome last Sunday in St Mary's Cathedral, From Monday, July 28, to August 3, the statue will be in the Church of the Sacred Heart Ferrybank. From the fourth to August 16 at the Church of the Sacred Heart Mooneenroe (Castlecomer). Then, on Saturday the 16th Bishop Coll will celebrate Mass there at six P. M. after which the statue will leave the diocese of Ossory. GAA News In the first round of the Kilkenny Junior F Hurling Championship, Tullogher had a fine win over near-neighbours, Rower/Inistioge on a score line of 0-16 to 1-7. The Junior B team kept up the good work when they too won their first-round game over Danesfort by 3-19 to 1-17. Our Intermediate hurlers face Mooncoin in the first round at Mullinavat on the August bank holiday weekend. St Joseph's Athletic Club The club will hold its annual Pink Rock 10k Run and Walk on Sunday, July 27. This event will commence at midday for athletes and at 11-30 for walkers. The fantastic local atmosphere and the wonderful scenery along by the River Barrow taking in the spectacular views of South Kilkenny and Wexford on the opposite shore adds to the attraction for those taking part in the event. Post-Race chatter and refreshments will be available in the Rosbercon Sports Centre. This is a chip-timed, AAI approved event. For more information and registration please go to, or contact Rocky Mernagh on 086-8449066.
Daily Record
18 hours ago
- Daily Record
Shocking truth behind Dubai's 'Porta Potty' parties where women are abused and degraded
WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT Fears are growing over sick Dubai 'Porta Potty' parties, where young women are lured in and forced to do the unthinkable. For many, Dubai is seen as a luxury playground consisting of gleaming skyscrapers, designer labels and influencers snapping selfies. However, behind the glamour lies a murky underworld, where women are lured to so-called ' Porta Potty parties '. It comes as a young model who was feared to have fallen victim to one of these vile parties has broken her silence from her hospital bed, reports the Mirror. Maria Kovalchuk, 20, was found dumped at the side of a road in Dubai with a broken spine and shattered limbs. The Ukrainian influencer, now recovering in Norway, has denied that citizens of the United Arab Emirates were to blame, but instead claims she was attacked by a group of 'rich Russian kids' after a hotel party turned violent. However, Maria's story has shed light on fears over grim ' Porta Potty parties ', where glamorous young female tourists are targeted in foul and demeaning ways. Young women - often glamorous tourists or aspiring influencers - are allegedly invited to these parties and promised luxury yachts, cash, and 5-star hotel stays. In reality, the truth is far more disturbing and could well land unfortunate guests in grave danger. Held aboard a luxury yacht as well as inside hotel rooms, Porta Potty parties are allegedly orchestrated by wealthy men, and centre around acts of degrading sexual humiliation, often involving bodily fluids. Those targeted are left with physical and psychological scars. Adult content creator Kay Manuel, from Australia's Gold Coast, previously told 'The promoters play it down. Saying, you'll just party, have a great time. Then get showered with gifts. In reality, you'll be expected to do unthinkable things.' According to Kay, another Australian woman known to her was hospitalised with devastating injuries after accepting an invitation from Dubai jewellery tycoons She continued: 'She had to get reconstructive surgery. She came back very emotionally scarred. It's not something that you can come back from and go 'oh well'. It's burned on your brain forever.' According to Kay, young influencers struggling with debt or brand deals are prime targets. She explained: 'They prefer to target Instagram models. They're less experienced than escorts.' Women caught up in these disturbing gatherings could also land in trouble with the law in the strict Gulf state, even if they're victims. Harrowingly, victims also run the risk of getting into serious difficulties with the law, in a country where sex workers can face six months behind bars. Radha Stirling, CEO of Detained in Dubai, previously warned the Mirror that women involved in Porta Potty parties - even if they haven't consented - could be looking at charges of adultery or indecency, especially if such acts were carried out in the presence of married men. Ms Stirling said: " Sex outside marriage has been legalised in Dubai, but organisers have exploited this. Women think they're attending a private party - instead, they're thrown into horrific, dangerous situations with real legal risk." If you've been the victim of sexual assault, you can access help and resources via or by calling the national telephone helpline on 0808 802 9999
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Daily Mirror
Inside Dubai Porta Potty parties - exactly what happens at degrading sexual abuse raves
WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT Concerns have grown over so-called Dubai Porta Potty parties, where young and vulnerable influencers are forced to do 'unthinkable things' For many, Dubai conjures up images of stylish influencers taking endless photographs against a glittering skyline. But there are those who warn of a darker underbelly to this decadent city, where women are lured to so-called 'Porta Potty parties'. This comes as Maria Kovalchuk, who was initially believed to be a victim of these disturbing gatherings, has opened up about her ordeal after she was discovered on a roadside in Dubai, with a broken spine and limbs. The 20-year-old Ukrainian model, who is now recovering in Norway, has denied that United Arab Emirates (UAE) citizens were behind her horror injuries, instead pointing the finger at "rich Russian kids" she claims abused her after a hotel party. However, Maria's story has shed light on fears over grim 'Porta Potty parties', where glamorous young female tourists are targeted in foul and demeaning ways. Those invited to such parties may well expect an evening of opulence, tempted by promises of lavish gifts, high-end hotel stays, and wads of cash. In reality, the truth is far more disturbing and could well land unfortunate guests in grave danger. Held aboard a luxury yacht as well as inside hotel rooms, Porta Potty parties are allegedly orchestrated by wealthy men, and centre around acts of degrading sexual humiliation, often involving bodily fluids. Those targeted are left with physical and psychological scars. Adult content creator Kay Manuel, from Australia's Gold Coast, previously told 'The promoters play it down. Saying, you'll just party, have a great time. Then get showered with gifts. In reality, you'll be expected to do unthinkable things.' According to Kay, another Australian woman known to her was hospitalised with devastating injuries after accepting an invitation from Dubai jewellery tycoons She continued: 'She had to get reconstructive surgery. She came back very emotionally scarred. It's not something that you can come back from and go 'oh well'. It's burned on your brain forever.' As highlighted by Kay, who took a trip to Dubai earlier this year, aspiring influencers with debts and relatively few brand deals are more vulnerable. She explained: 'They prefer to target Instagram models. They're less experienced than escorts.' Harrowingly, victims also run the risk of getting into serious difficulties with the law, in a country where sex workers can face six months behind bars. Radha Stirling, CEO of Detained in Dubai, previously warned the Mirror that women involved in Porta Potty parties - even if they haven't consented - could be looking at charges of adultery or indecency, especially if such acts were carried out in the presence of married men. Ms Stirling said: "Sex outside marriage has been legalised in Dubai, but organisers have exploited this. Women think they're attending a private party - instead, they're thrown into horrific, dangerous situations with real legal risk." If you've been the victim of sexual assault, you can access help and resources via or by calling the national telephone helpline on 0808 802 9999
Sunday World
4 days ago
- Sunday World
Man who brought €50k of cannabis into Ireland to pay off drug debt is jailed
Gda McBrearty said cannabis valued at just under €50,000 was found in Kay's luggage. An English man who transported almost €50,000 of cannabis into Ireland to pay off a drug debt has been given a two-and-a-half-year prison sentence. Alexander Kay (26) initially told gardai he smoked cannabis and was bringing it home from Thailand as it was cheaper to buy there, but later admitted it was not for his own use. Kay of Jupiter Grove, Wigan, United Kingdom, pleaded guilty at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to the importation of cannabis at Dublin Airport on November 21, 2024. He has no previous convictions. Stock image: Getty Today's News in 90 Seconds - July 19th Garda Noel McBrearty told Kieran Kelly BL, prosecuting, that customs officers found an anomaly in Kay's baggage as he was transiting through Dublin from Abu Dhabi, on his return from Thailand. Gda McBrearty said cannabis valued at just under €50,000 was found in Kay's luggage. Michael Hourican SC, defending, said the reality was that his client was bringing the drugs back to clear a drug debt. He asked the court to take into account his early guilty plea and co-operation in relation to his own role. He said he committed the offence at the behest of others to whom he owed money. He outlined Kay's personal circumstances and told the court he had been studying engineering at Salford University but took a study break to travel. He was also involved in sport to a significant extent, including a trial with a football club. Mr Hourican handed in several testimonials. Mr Hourican said his client had a good start in life but fell into recreational drug use and alcohol misuse against the backdrop of his parents' marriage breakup. He said Kay had been on a good path, but stumbled and suggested that when this case is dealt with, he will resume a positive path. Counsel said Kay has been using his time in custody well, but will serve his time away from home. Judge Martin Nolan set a headline sentence of five years but imposed a two-and-a-half-year sentence, noting there was substantial mitigation in the case.
