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Sunday World
10 hours ago
- Sunday World
Relative of man arrested over Mike Gaine's killing says ‘he's not capable of murder'
Michael Kelley was described as a 'gentle lion' and 'highly intelligent' A family member of a man arrested over the murder of Kerry farmer Mike Gaine has said they cannot conceive that he could be capable of murder. Michael Kelley (53), from Maine in the United States, has told a number of news organisations that he was arrested and questioned as part of the investigation, but said he is being framed by others involved in the killing. A family member of Mr Kelley residing in the US told the Sunday World: 'The Michael I knew was not capable of murder, but we haven't spoken in years.' They described him as a 'gentle lion', and said he is 'highly intelligent' and is 'always generous with people in need'. Separately, court documents obtained by the Sunday World regarding a case in the US several years ago detail how a judge said Mr Kelley has 'questionable ability' to 'determine fact from fiction'. Mr Kelley was arrested on May 18 over the murder of 56-year-old Mr Gaine. He was questioned for 24 hours before being released without charge. In a series of interviews, the American, who says he is a former US soldier, has denied any involvement in the murder of Mr Gaine. Michael Kelley was arrested and released without charge. Photo: Domnick Walsh Mike Gaine: Chief suspect insists he had nothing to do with Kerry farmer's death Until recently, Mr Kelley lived for around three years on Mr Gaine's farm and was employed as a labourer, assisting with physical tasks on the extensive south Kerry farm, which spans about 1,000 acres. It is understood that gardaí are exploring a number of potential theories as they look for a motive in the case. In the early days of the investigation, it is understood that gardaí profiled a number of people who knew Mr Gaine well. A number of individuals were quickly ruled out of the probe. A source said that there have been 'no major developments' in the case in the past week. Mr Kelley is currently free to leave the country, having been released without charge following his arrest on suspicion of murder. However, it's understood that he doesn't have a passport at present. The 53-year-old previously sought asylum in Ireland. In an interview with RTÉ, Mr Kelley spoke of his relationship with Mr Gaine. 'We worked hand and glove. Doing the sheep or whatever, dosing them and stuff. I had already handled animals. I was fixing cars and tractors for him [Gaine],' he said. Mr Kelley said he last saw Mr Gaine at 'around 10am' on March 20 when they met in the farmyard. Michael Kelley was arrested and released without charge. Photo: Domnick Walsh News in 90 seconds - June 2nd He said Mr Gaine had indicated to him that he was planning to meet somebody that day, before giving Mr Kelley a list of chores to complete. Mr Kelley said he then returned to the old farmhouse to make coffee, adding that was the last time he saw Mr Gaine. 'Around 10am. He was as normal as ever. He was doing his chores,' Mr Kelley told RTÉ. 'Redistributing the silage and things. Just ordinary chores. He said 'look after the chores for me. I'm just going to meet a man. I'll be back later'. 'He didn't come back that night. He said he would be back. Then they came looking for him at about 10am the following morning.' Mr Gaine went missing on March 20. His car, which contained a number of personal items, was found on the farm at Carrig East, situated between the town of Kenmare and Moll's Gap. Mike Gaine's remains were found on his farm Mr Kelley told RTÉ: 'I wouldn't describe us as great friends, but we got on. Our relationship was transactional. He gave me accommodation, food and paid me. In return I worked on his farm. 'We had a good working relationship, a civil relationship. We got on and understood one another. 'We are both farmers. We are getting along because we are grown men and we have work to do. 'We were brothers of the land, around the same age, with similar interests, and I liked that sense of brotherhood.' A musician who plays the flute and tin whistle, Mr Kelley was recently seen busking in Tralee, where he has been pictured and has given interviews. In an effort to establish Mr Gaine's whereabouts, an extensive search of his farm, surrounding valleys and lakes was initiated. On April 29, Mr Gaine's disappearance was upgraded by gardaí from a missing person case to a homicide investigation. Human remains were discovered on Mr Gaine's farm on May 16, when one of his nephews and a neighbour were spreading slurry on fields. The farm was immediately sealed off and declared a crime scene. Further human remains are believed to have been found in a slurry spreader and in a slurry tank on the farm in the following days. Gardaí say DNA tests have since confirmed that the remains are those of Mr Gaine. A specialist examination of the slurry tank on Mr Gaine's hillside farmyard days after he disappeared did not uncover his dismembered remains. Questions are now being asked as to how they went undetected by gardaí. However, sources have said that Mr Gaine's remains had been dismembered to such an extent that the small pieces of his body somehow went unnoticed during a specialist search of the slurry tank by gardaí and members of Kerry County Fire Services on March 24.
Yahoo
11 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
The 'Conditioning Behavior' Psychologists Are Warning Parents and Grandparents About
The 'Conditioning Behavior' Psychologists Are Warning Parents and Grandparents About originally appeared on Parade. Let's be real: Raising kids is no easy feat, for many reasons. Parents, grandparents and caregivers may have to navigate all that entails while also working a full-time job (or two). Parenting advice is all over the place and can contradict itself. Kids' brains aren't fully developed yet, so they may behave in ways that you don't understand or that try your that said, there's a common way many parents and grandparents respond—whether they mean to or not—and it's called 'intermittent reinforcement.' While it's super tempting, this strategy may cause long-term problems for your child and your relationship. Read on for psychologists' concerns and Essentially, intermittent reinforcement is when positive behavior is only 'rewarded' sometimes. This means the person who engaged in the behavior doesn't know if they'll be rewarded that time or not. The thinking behind using this is that the child will want the reward, but if they don't get it one time, they'll continue the 'positive' behavior in hopes of getting it next intermittent reinforcement can be a tactic to elicit desired behavior. For example, a parent might give their child $5 when they get As and Bs on their report card, but only for some of those good report reinforcement can also be a more unintentional response to a child's feelings and words. Dr. Amelia Kelley, PhD, a trauma-informed therapist, researcher, author and podcast host of The Sensitivity Doctor, explains. 'Intermittent reinforcement with kids shows up when a parent or caregiver responds inconsistently—sometimes warm and attentive, other times withdrawn or reactive,' she says. 'A child might cry and get comfort one day, and be ignored or punished the next.'She uses the analogy of a slot machine, where a person keeps putting money in—even though the outcome is uncertain, and even knowing they may lose the money—because the hope is so strong, it overrides As mentioned, intermittent reinforcement isn't necessarily helpful, but it is understandable, and not always fully conscious.'Many adults don't realize they're reinforcing behavior inconsistently; they think occasional rewards won't matter,' says Dr. Harry Cohen, PhD, a psychologist and the author of Be the Sun, Not the Salt. Ahead, he and Dr. Kelley share why caregivers might use it. Super relatable first example here: 'Caregivers may give in occasionally to stop a tantrum or get some peace, especially when they're tired or overwhelmed,' Dr. Cohen The Genius Trick for Easier Mornings With Kids: 'It Changes Everything'For example, they may finally say 'yes' to a child asking for a toy at Target because they want the child to stop screaming. Dr. Kelley adds that they may feel overwhelmed, exhausted or emotionally unavailable; they may also have trauma or a lack of emotion regulation tools. That can contribute to a lesser response to a child or 'giving in' too. No shame here. Dr. Cohen says this urge is particularly common in grandparents, who 'might feel compelled to 'spoil' grandkids occasionally, especially if they don't see them that often.' In this case, the use of intermittent reinforcement is more intentional. 'Grandparents might think they're teaching resilience by withholding comfort,' Dr. Kelley says. 'But what's actually being taught is that love is earned, not given, and that creates confusion around what a healthy connection even looks like.'Related: 16 Things Every Kid Needs To Learn From Their Parents and Grandparents, Child Psychologists Say Remember the example of buying a child a toy at Target to quiet them? While effective in the short term, this kind of intermittent reinforcement can encourage the 'wrong' behavior long-term.'Behaviors reinforced intermittently can become even more persistent and resistant to change,' Dr. Cohen says. 'Kids may act out more often, hoping that 'this time,' the reward will come.'Related: Controversial 'Commando Parenting' Is Trending—Here's What Psychologists Have To Say About Its Impact on Children When kids become teens and young adults, they may be more likely to find themselves in relationships that have equal or worse consequences. 'Over time, this can form a relational blueprint that leads them to seek out future relationships that feel emotionally similar—ones where love and inconsistency go hand in hand,' Dr. Kelley says. A serious example of this is dating someone they trauma bond with. 'Trauma bonding' is when someone unintentionally forms a strong attachment to a person—usually, an abusive person—who causes major highs and lows as a manipulation tactic. Essentially, they wait 'for the repair that doesn't come, believing that if they just try harder, they'll finally be enough,' Dr. Kelley explains. 'And that's a setup for pain.' As you may have seen, kids need reliability and structure, which isn't what intermittent reinforcement provides. 'Inconsistent responses from adults can lead to confusion about expectations and appropriate behavior,' Dr. Cohen explains. If you've ever heard 'But you bought me a toy last time!', he says, you know what we're talking about the case of withholding love (whether intentionally or unintentionally), it can cause a child to have poor self-esteem. When kids worry that their emotions will be met with disdain, they may hold them in, which leaves them feeling less safe and secure. 'It deeply impacts attachment,' Dr. Kelley says. 'They begin to monitor the moods of the adults around them, unsure of what to expect, and adjust their behavior to try and stay connected—often at the cost of their own emotional needs.'Related: Dr. Cohen advises responding the same way every time. This is especially important, he continues, when you're trying to teach something new. For example, giving a child a sticker every time they use the toilet when you're potty-training them, or praising a child every time they speak politely. 'Consistency helps children learn clear cause-and-effect connections,' he also encourages sticking to the limits you set, explaining, 'This builds trust and teaches them emotional self-regulation."At the same time, keep in mind that you won't be 'perfect' at this (no parent is!) and that's okay. When you feel overwhelmed, for example, make sure the child still knows they're safe. 'Saying something like 'I'm having a hard time, but I'm still here with you' helps separate your emotional state from their worth,' Dr. Kelley When you snap, ignore your child or shut down, come back to it. Dr. Kelley encourages saying something like, 'That wasn't okay. You didn't deserve that.' 'That kind of repair helps build resilience, not confusion,' she explains. 'It teaches kids that relationships can survive conflict and that their feelings matter enough to be acknowledged.' Up Next: Dr. Amelia Kelley, PhD, trauma-informed therapist, researcher, author and podcaster Dr. Harry Cohen, PhD, psychologist and author The 'Conditioning Behavior' Psychologists Are Warning Parents and Grandparents About first appeared on Parade on Jun 2, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 2, 2025, where it first appeared.
Associated Press
12 hours ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Sekur Private Data Ltd. Announces Newly Constituted Strategic Advisory Board - Appoints Jill Kelley as Chair of the Board
Strategic Board has Experience with Public and Private Companies as well as Government, Military and Diplomatic Corps MIAMI, FL AND VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / June 2, 2025 / Sekur Private Data Ltd. (OTCQB:SWISF)(CSE:SKUR)(FRA:GDT0) (" Sekur " or the " Company "), a leading Swiss-hosted cybersecurity and private communications platform, is pleased to announce the appointment of three members to its newly created Strategic Advisory Board,operating in publicly listed companies, corporate sector and government and diplomatic corps. Jill Kelley Jill Kelley's global board experience and expertise in adding value to publicly traded companies through strategic partnerships with multinational government and stakeholders will be instrumental in Sekur's goals to meet the growing demand from stakeholders, shareholders, and investors, and become the leading privacy communications platform. Known globally as the 'Diplomatic Fixer ", Kelley has held significant international leadership roles, including supporting U.S. military operations across over 60 countries as part of the U.S. Coalition Allies. As a diplomatic advisor and executive to multinational companies, she regularly collaborates with Presidents, Prime Ministers, Parliamentarians , and Royals to strengthen diplomatic, military, security, and economic ties. Previously, she served as the honorary ambassador to U.S. Central Command Commander Jim Mattis and special advisor to CIA Director David Petraeus. Mrs. Kelley will support Sekur's mission to become the leading communication platform offering both privacy and security, leveraging her decades of expertise in public-private partnerships and her role as an inventor and cofounder of dual-use blockchain technology. In addition, Mrs. Kelley is a cofounder and chief development and commercialization officer within the biotechnology sector and holds multiple patents in that realm. She's an established entrepreneur and advisor to many startups that seek her experience to increase companies' valuation by forging strategic partnerships to catalyze early exits at their highest valuation. Her work with Sekur will focus on engaging strategic allies, high-profile clients, C-level executives , to enhance security through Sekur's proprietary technology, positioning it as a leader in non-Big Tech cybersecurity and privacy solutions and will play a part in Sekur's efforts to capitalize on growing demand for privacy-focused tools amid rising cyber threats. Mrs. Kelley advocates strongly for the right of every law-abiding citizen to privacy and security, aligning her efforts with Sekur's mission to deliver long-overdue data protection solutions. Jill Kelley stated: 'Every law-abiding citizen should have the right to both privacy and security , and with my experience and advocacy combined with President Trump's effort to protect our data and communications , I believe that Sekur will provide us with the security and privacy that is long overdue'. James M. Connelly James M. Connelly is the Founder and CEO of JC RES, LLC and Associates, bringing over three decades of experience as a Washington, D.C. insider in business development and International government relations. With a robust network spanning Fortune 50 and 100 companies, diplomatic circles, government affairs, foundations, associations, non-profits, and universities. Mr. Connelly has facilitated high profile projects including securing embassy and cultural center locations for over 45 foreign countries in Washington, D.C. and New York. Mr. Connelly excels in fostering client success through targeted initiatives, leveraging his direct relationships with CEOs, Venture Capitalist, Ambassadors, and Capitol Hill officials. With James, Sekur has identified government, NGO and private sector opportunities out of its Washington, D.C. offices. James and his connections, will facilitate partnerships or contracts with U.S. - based enterprises in sectors including finance, healthcare, or technology, where secure communications are critical. His diplomatic corps exposure is also connecting Sekur with foreign embassies and international organizationsbased in Washington, D.C. needing private communication solutions. His affiliations include prestigious organizations such as the National Press Club, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Urban Land Institute, and the International Red Cross Ball (Palm Beach), among others. Based in Washington D.C., Mr. Connelly remains a trusted advisor in global solutions provider with strong Congressional, Senatorial, and Diplomatic ties. Nikolas Perrault Mr. Perrault spent the first 15 years of his career working with some of Canada's largest financial institutions, including National Bank, Merrill-Lynch, CIBC and Scotia Capital. He has extensive experience in securities trading, human resources management and financial analysis. His focus throughout his career has been on small to medium cap companies worldwide. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce and obtained his Chartered Financial Analyst designation in 1997 . Since 2007, Mr. Perrault has been providing independent consulting services to clients which benefit from his experience in going-public transactions, spin-offs, capital markets, mergers and acquisitions. Over the last 30+ years, through extensive travel, he has developed a significant international network of strategic relationships. He regularly publishes several blogs, and occasionally special situation research reports. Nikolas' extensive background in finance, strategic relationships, and consulting makes him an asset for Sekur. His M&A expertise can support Sekur in identifying acquisition targets (e.g., complementary tech firms) or partnership opportunities to expand its product offerings or market reach. Nikolas has already helped Sekur in its Africa and Europe expansion through partnerships already in discussion. Alain Ghiai, CEO of Sekur stated, 'We are honored to have Jill, Jamie and Nikolas join our Strategic Advisory Board. We have already seen the fruits of this association as we have been engaged in discussions to adopt Sekur in several countries in Africa and Europe , thanks to their efforts and vast network of contacts. We are seeing real interest in our privacy communications solution considering the exponential risks of cyberattacks in the main email and messaging providers. And we intend to be very proactive to demonstrate the unique proposal of Sekur's suite of solutions.' Swiss Privacy Protection Sekur's solutions are hosted exclusively in Switzerland, ensuring user data remains secure from external data access requests. Switzerland's robust Federal Act on Data Protection, in place since 1993, upholds strict privacy standards, prohibiting unauthorized data processing and protecting against the publication of information based on leaked 'secret official discussions.' This regulatory framework provides a unique level of data privacy protection, reinforcing Sekur's commitment to safeguarding user information. About Sekur Private Data Ltd. Sekur Private Data Ltd. is a Swiss-hosted cybersecurity and privacy communications provider. offering a secure suite of tools to protect governments, businesses and individuals from unauthorized access and cyber threats. With solutions such as SekurMail, SekurMessenger, and SekurVPN, Sekur provides an accessible and reliable means of digital communication and data storage, grounded in Swiss privacy standards. Sekur sells its solutions through its website , approved distributors and telecommunications companies globally. Sekur serves governments, businesses and consumers worldwide. CONTACT Alain Ghiai President and Chief Executive Officer SEKUR PRIVATE DATA LTD. Email: [email protected] Tel: +1.305.347.5114 Follow Sekur on: X LinkedIn YouTube For sales brochure on our enterprise security solutions, or partnership opportunities, contact: [email protected]. To find out more about Sekur's privacy communications solutions visit: For more company information, please visit: Forward-Looking Information This news release contains certain forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws ('forward-looking statements'). 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Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Hancock & Kelley: Kehoe's special session, The Dome in financial peril
ST. LOUIS – It was another Sunday morning of sometimes heated but always civil political debate on Hancock and Kelley for Sunday, June 1, 2025. Republican consultant John Hancock and Democratic consultant Michael Kelley discussed the following topics: Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe is bringing lawmakers back to Jefferson City for a special session to consider spending tens of millions of dollars on tornado relief in St. Louis, and much more to keep the Chiefs and Royals from moving to Kansas. Will either or both get done? St. Louis' own domed stadium, the home of the Battlehawks, is in financial peril. Is it worth saving? Things are so out of control at St. Louis County Animal Control that the shelter has lost its license. A penny for your thoughts? President Donald Trump wants to do away with the U.S. penny. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Sunday World
2 days ago
- Sunday World
Self-declared Michael Gaine murder ‘suspect' gave court ‘untrustworthy testimony'
American was involved in a bitter dispute with his ex partner over their two daughters The district court findings were made against failed asylum seeker and father-of-two Michael Kelley, who is originally from Waldo County, Maine in the US, during a bitter custody dispute with former partner Alicia Snow in 2009. Publicly available documents obtained by the Sunday World confirm the former US soldier made 'unsupported' allegations against Ms Snow during the dispute of 'practising witchcraft on the couple's children'. Kelley, who has denied any involvement in Michael Gaine's murder, was arrested on May 18, just over 36 hours after the victim's body parts were discovered in slurry being spread on his farm. Mike Gaine went missing on March 20 He was later released without charge. Gardai believe Mr Gaine was dismembered after he was killed and that the body parts were dumped in a 50,000-gallon slurry tank on the property. As part of the garda investigation, a full background check is being carried out on Kelley, who had been living 'underground' on Mr Gaine's farm and working as a 'farmhand'. Enquiries carried out by this newspaper have now established that Kelley is a father-of-two who was involved in a bitter dispute with his former partner Alicia Snow, which was ultimately decided in her favour by Maine's Supreme Judicial Court in 2009. Legal documents outlined Michael Kelley's 'untrustworthy' statements News in 90 Seconds - June 1st Records of this nature in the US are, unlike in Ireland, publicly available. According to court documents, Kelley and Ms Snow were involved in a romantic relationship and are the biological parents of two daughters. After they separated, Kelley brought a parental rights action. In 2006, a family law magistrate held a hearing and issued an order allocating shared parental rights between the parties, but stated 'in the event the parties are not able to agree, final decision-making is allocated to Ms Snow'. The order also awarded primary residency to Ms Snow. The 2006 order included a written agreement which afforded reasonable rights of contact with the children and stipulated that Kelley would not pay child support. After the original order was made, the former couple maintained a cordial relationship. Gardai on site Ms Snow was able to attain a nursing degree and begin a relationship with a new partner. Ultimately, however, the situation began to deteriorate, culminating in a series of miscommunications between Kelley's wife and Ms Snow. After a disagreement over a brief trip to Chicago for the children, Kelley filed a motion to enforce the 2006 parental rights order which he alleged prevented Snow from sending the children out of state without his consent. Kelley also filed a motion for contempt, alleging that Ms Snow violated the 2006 order by taking the children to visit their grandfather in Chicago. The court held a hearing on all of the motions on January 14, 2009. After hearing testimony from Kelley, his then wife, Snow, and Snow's father, the court made a number of 'findings of fact.' These included: Snow, meanwhile, was found by the court to be 'logical and rational and her abilities to act as an effective parent are far superior to those of Kelley'. Mike Gaine captured on CCTV before he disappeared The court ordered that Snow have sole parental rights. In his appeal to the Supreme Judicial Court, Kelley argued that the District Court erred when it awarded sole parental rights to Ms Snow. But the Supreme Judicial Court found: 'After a review of the record, it is evident that the court's findings are supported by the record as a whole. 'Because there is competent evidence in the record to support the court's decision, and it is clear that the court considered the best interests of the children in its award of parental rights, the judgment must be affirmed.' Mike Gaine's wife and sister The investigation into the murder of Michael Gaine is now in its tenth week. The popular farmer vanished on March 20. Mr Kelley worked on Gaine's farm for a number of years.
