1 week agoWorld LeaksComments Off on World’s longest-serving death row inmate Iwao Hakamada, 88, is ACQUITTED after spending 56 years facing execution
THE world’s longest-serving death row inmate has been acquitted more than 50 years after he was sentenced.
Former boxer Iwao Hakamada, 88, was jailed in 1968 for quadruple murder and has spent 56 year waiting to be executed.
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But today, a Japanese court has ruled Hakamada was not guilty in a retrial – reversing an earlier wrongful conviction after decades on death row.
His acquittal by the Shizuoka District Court makes him the fifth death-row convict to be found not guilty in a retrial in postwar Japanese criminal justice.
Hakamada was convicted of murder in the 1966 killing of a company manager and three of his family members, and setting a fire to their central Japan home.
He was sentenced to death in 1968, but was not executed due to lengthy appeals and the retrial process.
1 week agoWorld LeaksComments Off on Mum’s tragic last post saw her thank family for pre-surgery gift just hours before she died from BBL op in UK clinic
THE final post of a tragic mum-of-five – believed to be the first person in the UK to die from a Brazilian bum lift – can be revealed.
Alice Webb was having the cosmetic treatment at a studio in Gloucester on Monday evening when it “went wrong”.
FacebookAlice Webb died on Tuesday following a Brazilian Bum Lift procedure[/caption]
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Police later confirmed two people had been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter over the horror.
The night before her death, the 33-year-old posted a photo on Facebook of a small pumpkin – a pre-surgery “present” from her daughter.
She added: “How cute.”
In the comments, she put a second snap of the pumpkin having been carved, with a candle inside, and wrote: “My little lamp.”
Officers rushed to the studio – in a residential address – at around 11.30pm the following evening after the alarm was raised with ambulances already at the scene.
Alice was taken to the Gloucestershire Royal Infirmary but died shortly after in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
The mum’s death was also confirmed by campaign group Save Face.
Her devastated partner Dane Knight, 38, posted a tribute online saying: “Want to say a heartfelt thank you to all family and friends that were here for us at our time of need, including all of the kind messages sent to my children and myself.
“There was some very beautiful messages sent by some of your children that formed a start of a smile from the corner of my kids mouth.”
Alice, who has five daughters aged between seven and 15, was also involved in the beauty treatment industry as an advanced aesthetic practitioner.
A GoFundMe page set up by her pal Abigail Irwin also paid tribute to Alice after the tragedy.
She wrote: “Alice was a beautiful person inside and out and I feel very lucky to have known her and to have spent time with her in our salon.”
Gloucestershire Police told The Sun: “Two people have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of a woman in her 30s in Gloucester.
“Police had been called by the ambulance service at around 11.35pm on Monday (23 September) with a report a woman had become unwell following a suspected cosmetic procedure.
“She was taken to Gloucestershire Royal Hospital and died in the early hours of Tuesday morning. Her next of kin and the coroner are aware.
“The woman’s family are being supported by specially trained officers.
“An investigation, led by the Major Crime Investigation Team, is ongoing. The two people who had been arrested have been released on police bail.”
Alice's death is tragic - BBL procedures are a crisis waiting to happen
THE director of plastic surgery campaign group Save Face Ashton Collins told The Sun:
I am devastated to hear of Alice’s tragic passing.
We launched a campaign in December 2023 calling upon the government to take urgent action to ban these procedures.
We made it absolutely clear, that without urgent intervention someone would die. It makes me incredibly sad and angry that today, our fear has been confirmed and a family has been shattered.
Liquid BBL procedures are a crisis waiting to happen. They are advertised on social media as ‘risk-free’, ‘cheaper’ alternatives to the surgical counterpart and that could not be further from the truth.
We have supported over 500 women who have suffered complications because of these treatments, many of which have nearly died.
Over 50% of the cases reported to us contracted sepsis and 39% needed corrective surgery.
All of the procedures reported to us were carried out by non-healthcare practitioners who are carrying out incredibly dangerous procedures in unsterile environments.
They were unable to identify and manage the complications they inflicted upon their clients, often misdiagnosing abscesses, and tissue necrosis as bruising.
I am flabbergasted and appalled by the unscrupulous nature of the people who are still offering these treatments even though they know some of their patients have been hospitalised and will no doubt continue to do so after hearing this awful news.
It is outrageous that laypeople feel it is appropriate for them to offer treatments that surgeons will not perform because they are too dangerous.
We will not stop campaigning until these procedures are banned and those who cause harm to people are held criminally accountable.
1 week agoWorld LeaksComments Off on Shoppers ‘run to B&M’ eager to nab £14 buy that will keep you warm this winter – and here’s exactly the aisle to find it
SHOPPERS are legging it to get to their nearest B&M store, desperate to get their hands on a cheap buy that’s perfect for winter.
So if you’re on a budget and don’t want to rack up a huge heating bill, but can’t think of anything worse than being cold, then you’ve come to the right place.
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So if you want to look stylish and feel cosy this winter, you’ll need to check this outtiktok@cengland26/This £14 buy is great for a variety of body types and is perfect for cosy nights on the sofatiktok@cengland26/
One B&M shopper from the UK was left thrilled when she spotted a £14 buy that will help you battle the cold on chilly days.
The savvy shopper showed off her fabulous find – the sherpa lined fleece top – and advised: “Girlies RUN to B&M.”
The brilliant half zip fleece is not only super stylish, but it’s also great for those looking to embrace warmth and comfort on chilly nights.
It’s the perfect solution for keeping the cold at bay during winter and even better, it’s got pockets.
There’s seven fleeces to choose from – plain black, cream and khaki, as well as four different designs – cream aztec, black and cream abstract, khaki animal print, natural leopard print.
So if you want to elevate your wardrobe this season, you won’t want to miss this stunning fleece.
But if you’re keen to buy yourself one, the influencer revealed exactly where to find them.
She explained: “They were in the Christmas aisle – where all the decor was, on one of the top shelves.”
Sizes range from small to x-large, making these fleeces great for a variety of different body shapes.
Thrilled with her find, the B&M fan beamed: “It’s so cosy.”
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @cengland26, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly racked up 98,800 views.
Cheap gadgets to help you stay warm
MARTIN Lewis' MoneySavingExpert shared six gadgets that can help you keep the heating off but stay warm.
Heating “the human not the home” means you warm yourself instead of turning on the heating and heating the whole house.
This can save money on your heating bill and means you don’t have to sit in the cold.
USB gloves – initial cost £10, cost to run less than 1p an hour
Heated insoles – initial cost £10, cost to run less than 1p an hour
USB hand warmers – initial cost £15, cost to run less than 1p an hour
Electric gilet – initial cost £50 (including battery pack), cost to run less than 1p an hour
Microwaveable wheat bag – initial cost £4, cost to run less than 1p per hours
Reusable hand warmers – initial cost £5 for a pair, cost to run less than 1p per hour
SOCIAL MEDIA USERS BEAM
Social media users were gobsmacked by the affordable buy and were keen to share their thoughts in the comments.
One person said: “Way too stylish to be B&M.”
I just ran there today and got it! I absolutely love it
TikTok user
Another added: “The way I’m going to run to B&M tomorrow.”
A third commented: “This is lush.”
5 ways to keep your house warm in winter
Property expert Joshua Houston shared his tips.
1. Curtains
“Windows are a common place for the outside cold to get into your home, this is because of small gaps that can let in air so always close your curtains as soon as it gets dark,” he said.
This simple method gives you an extra layer of warmth as it can provide a kind of “insulation” between your window and curtain.
2. Rugs
“Your floor is another area of your home where heat can be lost and can make your home feel chilly,” he continued. “You might notice on cold days, that your floor is not nice to walk on due to it freezing your feet.
“Add rugs to areas that don’t already have a carpet, this provides a layer of insulation between your bare floor and the room above.”
3. Check your insulation
Check your pipes, loft space, crawlspaces and underneath floorboards.
“Loose-fill insulation is very good for this, and is a more affordable type of insulation, with a big bag being able to be picked up for around £30,” Joshua explained.
4. Keep your internal doors closed
“Household members often gather in one room in the evening, and this is usually either the kitchen or living room,” Joshua said.
“This means you only have to heat a small area of your home, and closing the doors keeps the heat in and the cold out.”
5. Block drafts
Don’t forget to check cat flaps, chimneys and letterboxes, as they can let in cold air if they aren’t secure.
Someone else penned: “I just ran there today and got it! I absolutely love it.”
Meanwhile, one fashionista asked: “Are they oversized or do you need to size up?”
To this, the content creator replied and confirmed: “I went for the size medium which is a 12 – 14.
“I’m normally [size] small but wanted it oversized. I wouldn’t say it’s massively oversized.”
1 week agoWorld LeaksComments Off on JUST IN: Bawa, Ex-EFCC boss, loses mother
Former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abdurrasheed Bawa, has lost his mother. Details of her death are sketchy but Daily Trust gathered that Hajiya Hadiza Ahmed Bawa passed on in Abuja, on Wednesday night. The anti-graft czar confirmed her death to Daily Trust but did not go into details. “Yes it […]
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The Trade Union Congress (TUC) has revealed that Aliko Dangote’s 650,000 barrels per day refinery faced challenges in securing crude oil supply from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and International Oil Producers (IOCs) because the billionaire businessman failed to plan. TUC President, Comrade Festus Osifo, disclosed this during a recent media briefing in …
1 week agoWorld LeaksComments Off on NCC seeks better working conditions for telecom workers in Nigeria amid brain drain concerns
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has urged telecom operators in Nigeria to adopt flexible work policies, better remunerations, and foster a culture of innovation to create an environment that attracts and retains talent. The Executive Vice Chairman of the commission, Dr Aminu Maida, made the call against the backdrop of the mass exit of talent …
1 week agoWorld LeaksComments Off on Of All The Lost Copycat Shows, This 4-Season Mystery Drama Was The Clear Winner
Over the years, a multitude of shows tried to replace Lost, a trend-setting series and easily one of the most popular shows of the 2000s. Unsurprisingly, none of these attempts succeeded in that regard, as the ABC series’ iconic status couldn’t be replicated by any of the Lost-like mystery shows that followed it. As for …
1 week agoWorld LeaksComments Off on My five-month-old is so chunky – people say it’s ‘not normal’, call him a ‘unit’ & think he’ll be an American footballer
A WOMAN has revealed that she has a chunky baby who’s in the 99th percentile.
Darian Lynn, a brunette beauty from the US, explained that her five-month-old son is at the highest end of the scale used to measure babies, meaning he is severely obese.
A mother has revealed that her five-month-old is in the 99th percentiletiktok./@darian_lynnDarian Lynn explained that whilst her son was 8 lbs 1 oz at birth, by his two month check up, he was 14 lbs 13 oztiktok./@darian_lynn
Posting on social media, the mother gave her followers a close-up look at her big baby, leaving many open-mouthed.
Darian sat behind her son, who is already able to sit upright by himself, and he’s not even six-months-old.
Darian’s son sat in a nappy, alongside his empty milk bottle.
The content creator then held up her self-proclaimed “chunky baby” and wrote: “That’s on a 99th percentile baby”.
She danced the youngster around, showing off his adorable arm rolls and chunky legs, with many comparing him to Boss Baby – the character voiced by Alec Baldwin in the hit animated comedyfilm produced by DreamWorks.
Whilst the mother didn’t share how much her son currently weighs, she later confirmed: “He was 8 lbs 1 oz at birth and hasn’t looked back since.
“At his two month check up he was 14 lbs 13 oz.”
But Darian explained that as a result of her heavy baby, she is “in pain”, as she confessed: “It’s so fun, but I’m in pain. My back and my knees are so unwell but he’s cute so I’ll let it slide.
“Not sure my knees and back will ever recover at this point.”
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @darian_lynn, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly gone viral and has since racked up a jaw-dropping 1.7 million views.
Social media users were left gobsmacked by the big baby and were keen to compliment him in the comments.
One person said: “Cutest one for sure!! So adorable!!”
Another added: “Absolute perfection.”
This child is my NFL draft pick for 2046
TikTok user
A third commented: “What a cutie.”
However, at the same time, some users were concerned by the youngster’s weight.
One user gasped: “A UNIT.”
Average Sizes for Babies at Different Ages
At Birth:
Weight: 5.5 to 8.8 pounds (2.5 to 4 kg)
Length: 18 to 22 inches (45 to 55 cm)
One month:
Weight: 7.5 to 12 pounds (3.4 to 5.4 kg)
Length: 20 to 23 inches (50 to 58 cm)
Three months:
Weight: 11 to 15 pounds (5 to 7 kg)
Length: 23 to 25 inches (58 to 63 cm)
Six months:
Weight: 13 to 20 pounds (6 to 9 kg)
Length: 25 to 28 inches (63 to 71 cm)
Nine months:
Weight: 16 to 24 pounds (7 to 11 kg)
Length: 27 to 30 inches (69 to 76 cm)
12 months:
Weight: 17 to 27 pounds (8 to 12 kg)
Length: 28 to 32 inches (71 to 81 cm)
These values represent averages and individual babies may vary. Always consult with a paediatrician for personalised information regarding a baby’s growth and development.
A second claimed: “That’s not normal.”
But to this, Darian replied and shared: “Well yes, that’s kinda the point of being 99th percentile?”
My back and my knees are so unwell but he’s cute so I’ll let it slide
Darian Lynn
Meanwhile, many were convinced the youngster would become an American footballer when he grows up.
One person expressed: “This child is my NFL draft pick for 2046.”
Someone else agreed: “You got a football player on your hands.”
Whilst one person wrote: “HE’S GONNA BE A FOOTBALL PLAYER.”
1 week agoWorld LeaksComments Off on Woman in her 70s suffers broken ribs and leg after sexual assault and robbery at bus stop as cops share CCTV of man
A WOMAN in her 70s has suffered a broken leg and ribs after a sexual assault and robbery at a bus stop – as cops share CCTV of a man.
The elderly victim was getting off a bus in Finchley, north London when she was followed by an unknown man.
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He pushed the woman into a doorway and sexually assaulted her -leaving her with several broken ribs and a broken leg.
The man then ran off with the woman’s bank cards and around £20,000 of jewellery.
Cops were called at 4.35am on Friday, September 13 following the alleged sexual assault and robbery.
Scotland Yard has released three snaps of an Asian man wearing glasses who they are seeking in connection with the attack.
The man is seen wearing a distinctive jacket with a dark chest and light sleeves and waist in the pics.
PC Harry Morrice said: “This was an extremely distressing incident which has left an elderly woman in hospital, having suffered serious injuries.
“We are committed to finding the perpetrator and continue to carry out a number of enquiries in order to hold those responsible to account.
“We are now releasing an image of a man we would like to identify and are asking for assistance from the public.
“We are also keen to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time and may have seen the robbery, or a man running off.
“Any information you provide will be treated in the strictest confidence.
“Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously.”
Anyone who knows this man or has information can call police on 101 quoting CAD 838/13Sep.
Alternatively contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.
