Mother jailed 32 years for starving son to death
Talia Nelson sentenced for aggravated manslaughter after her 14-year-old son Zakye died weighing just 33 pounds. The 'cruel' mother claimed he had rare disorders.
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Alabama cult arrests: Leader claims to be Jesus
US authorities arrest members of a religious cult in rural Alabama after a months-long investigation. The group's leader claims to be the son of God. Read the full story.
Alabama cult arrests: Leader claims to be Jesus
Multiple members of a religious group, whose leader claims to be the son of God, were detained in a raid on their rural Alabama campsite. Authorities seized a handgun and narcotics. Read the full report.
Roch Thériault's Ant Hill Kids: A Cult of Brutal Torture
The horrific story of Roch Thériault's Ant Hill Kids cult in Quebec, where followers endured torture, forced surgeries, and murder. Discover the shocking details of one of Canada's most brutal sects.
The Hellish Reign of Cult Leader Roch Thériault
The horrific story of Roch Thériault's Ant Hill Kids cult in Quebec, where followers endured torture, forced surgeries, and a reign of terror. Discover the shocking details of one of history's most brutal sects.
Gaza famine spread averted but starvation risk remains
A new IPC report states famine's spread in Gaza has been averted, but the situation remains critical with 2,000 facing catastrophic hunger. Read the latest analysis and urgent warnings.
Schoolgirl, 11, 'starved' before death in Connecticut
An 11-year-old girl, Jacqueline 'Mimi' Torres-Garcia, died from starvation after being restrained with zip ties. Her body was found a year later in a plastic bin, sparking a murder investigation.
Mother accused of starving 11-year-old daughter to death
Connecticut girl Jacqueline Torres-Garcia was starved for weeks before her death in a case that has shocked police and prompted scrutiny of child protection systems.
Girl, 11, starved to death, body found in bin
An 11-year-old Connecticut girl died from starvation after being denied food for two weeks. Her mother has pleaded not guilty to murder. Read the full story.
Allison Mack: NXIVM marriage was transaction, not love
Former Smallville star Allison Mack opens up about her transactional marriage within the NXIVM sex cult and her new life with reformed neo-Nazi Frank Meeink. Listen to her shocking revelations.
Catastrophic malnutrition crisis grips North Darfur
Aid groups warn of catastrophic malnutrition in North Darfur as RSF blocks humanitarian access. Children face starvation in one of world's worst crises. Urgent action needed.
South Sudan: 75,000 face starvation in hunger crisis
Exclusive: South Sudan confronts one of the world's worst hunger crises as climate extremes and conflict threaten to push 75,000 people into starvation, with millions more facing severe food insecurity.
Sudan refugees face starvation as aid routes cut
Exclusive report reveals how Sudanese refugees fleeing RSF violence in El Fasher are trapped in Tawila without food or medical supplies as humanitarian access collapses.
Sudan's Catastrophe: Aid Workers Reveal Mass Starvation Horror
Exclusive testimony from frontline aid workers exposes the deepening humanitarian nightmare in Sudan, where civilians face mass starvation, systematic violence, and desperate escapes amid collapsing infrastructure.
Australia's hidden cult crisis exposed
An explosive investigation reveals how Australia faces a growing epidemic of destructive cults, with vulnerable individuals being systematically exploited and controlled by manipulative leaders.
Christian Lobby: Anti-Cult Laws Threaten Religious Freedom
The Australian Christian Lobby raises alarm over proposed anti-cult legislation, warning it could weaponise government power against mainstream religious groups and undermine fundamental freedoms.
Woman starved after parents lock her in Warsaw flat
A 40-year-old Polish woman narrowly escaped death after being imprisoned in her own Warsaw apartment by her elderly parents, surviving only on water for weeks before a dramatic police rescue.
Father sentenced after baby dies while he played Xbox
A British father has been sentenced after his newborn son died from starvation and neglect while he played Xbox for hours. The shocking case reveals how gaming addiction led to unimaginable tragedy.
Cult survivor reveals childhood of mass suicides and escape
A woman who grew up in a secretive cult shares her shocking story of mass suicides, psychological control, and her courageous escape to build a new life.
Polygamist cult daughter reveals harrowing escape to UK
Rebecca Lafferty reveals shocking childhood in fundamentalist Mormon sect led by her father Dan Lafferty, detailing abuse, forced marriage and her courageous escape to Britain.
Warren Jeffs' Secret Underground Cult Caves Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals the labyrinth of hidden tunnels and chambers built for the notorious FLDS prophet Warren Jeffs, featuring shocking details about the polyamorous Mormon sect's secret operations in Utah.
Down's syndrome man starved to death in care home neglect
A vulnerable man with Down's syndrome died from starvation in what coroner calls 'wholly avoidable' tragedy at Bristol care facility, exposing systemic care failures.
Graduate starves due to severe OCD in flat near family
The heartbreaking story of Kane Youssef, a University of Manchester graduate who tragically starved to death in his Bury flat while suffering from severe obsessive-compulsive disorder.
British woman starves to death at Bali spiritual retreat
A young British woman's wellness retreat in Bali ends in tragedy as she dies from starvation while pursuing extreme spiritual practices. The 27-year-old's devastating story serves as a stark warning about the dangers of unregulated wellness tourism.
Constance Marten's Secretive Cult Childhood Revealed
Exclusive: Constance Marten's harrowing childhood within a secretive Christian cult, the 'Brethren', is revealed as the missing baby trial continues, exposing a life of extreme control and isolation.
Oregon couple and baby dead in cult-related murder-suicide
A deeply religious Oregon couple and their baby daughter have been found dead in a suspected murder-suicide, with investigators revealing they were part of an isolated cult that believed the world was ending.
UN Condemns 'Man-Made Famine' in Gaza Crisis
The UN Security Council issues a stark warning over the entirely preventable famine in Gaza, accusing Israel of using starvation as a weapon of war in a devastating humanitarian crisis.
Gaza: Ten Die from Starvation in 24 Hours
The Gaza Health Ministry reports a devastating acceleration of the humanitarian crisis, with ten Palestinians, including children, dying from starvation in a single day. International agencies warn of an imminent widespread famine as aid remains criticall
Gaza Famine Confirmed as Starvation Death Toll Rises
A new report from the IPC reveals a catastrophic escalation of famine in Gaza, with starvation deaths mounting and the entire population facing acute food insecurity. The international community faces urgent calls for action.
UN: Famine 'Imminent' in Gaza, Entire Population in Crisis
A new UN-backed report classifies Gaza's entire population as facing acute food insecurity, with famine projected in the north by May. The international community intensifies calls for Israel to allow more aid.
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