John McAfee denied asylum in Guatemala, has two heart attacks before he can be shipped back to Belize

Posted on December 6, 2012 | Comments Off

Software company founder John McAfee was denied political asylum in Guatemala on Thursday and police in Belize said they expected him to be flown back soon for questioning about the killing of a fellow American expatriate.

Soon after the announcement he was rushed to hospital complaining of chest pains.

Reuters reported via McAfee's lawyer that the former anti-virus guru had two mild-heart attacks earlier in the day.

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  An armed robber boldly used a stun gun to overcome a woman in a parking lot Monday evening, getting away with her purse and contents within in, authorities said.
- Boyfriend booked in death of girlfriend's 20-month-old May 22, 2013
  An illegal immigrant was charged with second degree murder in relation to the death of his girlfriend’s 20-month-old son, according to the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office.
- OPP inmate dies of terminal cancer May 22, 2013
  An inmate from Orleans Parish Prison who passed away late Tuesday night died from terminal cancer, according to the Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office.
- La. students show increase in test scores May 22, 2013
  The percentage of Louisiana students in third through eighth grade who scored at the basic level or above on tests of four subjects increased in 2013, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.
WDSU New Orleans
- Police: Bogalusa man arrested on charges of 3 sexual offenses against child May 22, 2013
  The Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office says it was arrested a Bogalusa man for three sexual offenses against a child under the age of 10.
- Fletcher's 2013 NBA mock draft May 22, 2013
  On Tuesday night the newly renamed New Orleans Pelicans (formerly the New Orleans Hornets) acquired the sixth overall pick in the 2013 NBA Draft.
- 1-year-old shooting victim out of hospital May 22, 2013
  A one-year-old girl who was among the victims in a quintuple shooting in Harvey is out of the hospital -- a full month after she was injured.
- NWS: Tornado warning for Lafourche, Terrebonne until 10 a.m. May 22, 2013
  The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for Lafourche and Terrebonne parishes until 10 a.m.
- Waterspout spotted near Port Fourchon Wednesday morning May 22, 2013
  Thanks to @OpsManJoe for tweeting pictures to WDSU Chief Meteorologist Margaret Orr.
WVUE New Orleans
- Man found shot to death in Cutoff May 22, 2013
  Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Deputies are investigating a shooting that left a 41-year-old man dead.
- Girl forced to wear thrift store clothes as punishment for being a bully May 22, 2013
  A Utah woman forced her fiancé's 10-year-old daughter to wear an unflattering wardrobe to school after a teacher said the girl was bullying another classmate over the way she dresses.
- Mexican National arrested for killing 20-month-old baby May 22, 2013
  Lafourche investigators say the suspect, in the country illegally, has been charged with second degree murder of his girlfriend's baby.
- New Orleans judge carjacked outside home May 22, 2013
  The NOPD says New Orleans Criminal Court judge Frank Marullo was carjacked outside his home Tuesday night
- New Orleans' Tropical Isle wins trademark infringement lawsuit May 22, 2013
  The owners of Bourbon Street's Tropical Isle have won a trademark infringement lawsuit worth $4 million.
WGSO
- Scott Alexander May 22 May 22, 2013
- Inside New Orleans May 22 May 22, 2013
- Ringside Politics May 22 May 22, 2013
- In the Mitch Zone May 21 May 22, 2013
- Jude Young May 21 May 22, 2013
The Wildcat
- ‘You can always be what you want to be’
  LC Spring '13 Graduation day of mixed emotions
- Pinned to the past… and the future
  LC Nursing students honored in ceremony marking graduation
- Great while it lasted!
  Wildcats' magical run ends with 10-4 loss to UT-Tyler in ASC Championship game
- Looking to Extend History
  Wildcats Baseball to face ASC's best in Tyler
- LC gets $10 million donation (Video)
  Dr. Aguillard makes announcement at news conference
The Daily Reveille
- Campus expands at unprecedented rate May 5, 2013
  As a dusty haze descended upon campus this semester, from it rose projects like the parking garage and Tiger Stadium renovations — and the dust is far from settling.
- Fraudulent job postings increase as technology takes over market May 5, 2013
  If a job posted online seems so great it might as well be a steal, then it is probably trying to steal from you.
- SG election overshadowed by drama May 5, 2013
  Student Government saw a particularly volatile election cycle this semester — one filled with multiple complaint and University Court hearings as well as elections.
- Downtown Grocery holds grand opening May 5, 2013
  Downtown Grocery is the newest business to call the downtown area home and will hold a grand opening Monday, joining the ranks of other new businesses in a thriving and growing section of Baton Rouge.
- Atheist and LGBT communities see organized action May 5, 2013
  From the third annual Louisiana Queer Conference to the Bayou State’s first secular convention, the University’s LGBT and atheist students saw an increase in organized action within their communities
The Maroon
- Senior Sendoff May 10, 2013
  By: Showcasing a few of Loyola's many graduating students and commemorating their work and efforts. ...
- Letter to the Editor: Column was misguided May 9, 2013
  By: Mary Jane Wherritt Becker Letter to the Editor Loyola Maroon May 8, 2013 Recently, we were made aware of an article that appeared in the Loyola Maroon in late April. ...
- Go fly a kite May 8, 2013
  Take a study break with this activity What you’ll need: this newspaper (click and print the photo) two straws tape scissors string Step 1: Cut one straw down to five inches and the other to 7 1/2 ...
- Video: How to make a King Cake with a member of Loyola Sunday Cooks May 6, 2013
  By: The Maroon...
- The Button Collector part X May 3, 2013
  Swain discovers the secrets of his past and his future With the closing of the door came a silence that lasted for many, many hours. This might seem like a long time to you, but to Swain it was only a moment, for he could not understand how he could feel such distress at
The Lion’s Roar
- Track and field places in SLC May 14, 2013
  The men and women’s track and field team put their best foot forward in the three day Southland Conference May 10 through 12 against several different competing schools. Southeastern’s Track and Field team won four event championships in the Conferen...
- Student-athlete awarded for academic excellence May 14, 2013
  Buck Bernard receives $2,500 scholarship While many consider earning a bachelor’s degree to be difficult, the accomplishment becomes especially challenging and time-consuming for student-athletes. One motivated Lions baseball team pitcher stands out for demonstrating both athletic and academi...
- Lions snap ranked Bearkats’ winning streak May 14, 2013
  Team loses home series, clinches last home game After two losses against the No. 28-ranked Sam Houston State Bearkats, the Lions baseball team managed to defeat the Bearkats in the last home game of the season thanks to good pitching and an aggressive defense. Initially the first game of the serie...
- Words of end-of-semester wisdom May 14, 2013
  Prologue For some reason or another, I feel like making this a little bit informal. And by a little bit, I actually mean in your face, blatant and woefully overstated. The ideas I’m presenting will make sense, but may take some nonsensical introducti...
- Student directors show their skills during theatre class showcase May 14, 2013
  Students from an upper-level theatre course had the opportunity to put their directing skills to practice in a Directing Showcase, which was presented on Tuesday, May 7 in the
Louisiana Record
- Applebee’s sued by woman who claims she was severely injured in fall in oil May 22, 2013
  Scot L. Labourdette GRETNA – A Jefferson Parish woman is suing a Harahan Applebee’s after she was allegedly severely injured after slipping in oil on the floor. Sylvia Parker filed suit against Southern River Restaurants LLC, Applebee’s and Franchise Risk Solutions in the … Read More »
- Medical testing company sued by woman claiming blood clots in lungs due to a fall on cracked sidewalk May 22, 2013
  Darleen M. JacobsNEW ORLEANS – A Chalmette woman is suing medical testing company claiming that she fell on a broken sidewalk adjacent to its building and suffered severe bodily injury. Rebecca Brown filed a lawsuit against Diagnostic Imaging Services Inc. and Touro … Read More »
- Local ship builder sued by employee’s widow for allegedly not paying death benefits May 22, 2013
  Connie P. TrieuGRETNA – A Jefferson Parish woman is suing a ship builder that employed her deceased husband over the death benefits he was supposed to receive, but did not. Thu Huong Hull filed suit against Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc. in the … Read More »
- Woman who broke back in fall after allegedly taking wrong medicine sues pharmacy May 22, 2013
  pillsGRETNA – A Jefferson Parish woman is suing a local pharmacy for injuries she claims to have received when she fell in her home after taking a misfilled prescription. Ruth LeBlanc filed suit against Gros Management Inc., Dekle Drugs, Dekle … Read More »
- NRA loses concealed carry appeal in 5th Circuit Court of Appeals May 22, 2013
  imagesNEW ORLEANS – The National Rifle Association and three individuals lost an appeal in a case centering on the right of 18-20-year-olds to procure a concealed handgun license. The NRA of America Inc., Rebekah Jennings, Brennan Harmon and Andrew Payne … Read More »
Louisiana Political Newswire
- Medicaid expansion, Obamacare rejection bills fail in Louisiana House May 22, 2013
- Senate passes 3 gun bills; one is headed to Jindal's desk May 22, 2013
- Public school aid plan fails May 22, 2013
- Social media driving bill clears final legislative hurdle May 22, 2013
- Legislature holds onto tuition control May 22, 2013
Cenla News
- 75% OF YOU DON'T CARE December 9, 2012
- COUNCIL SEAT CAN BE BOUGHT December 5, 2012
- OVER 70 THOUSAND DOLLARS...SO FAR October 30, 2012
- Council At Large Race $$$$$ update October 24, 2012
- Money Pours Into Rubin Campaign October 7, 2012
CenLamar
- UNCONSTITUTIONAL: Bobby Jindal’s “Moon Shot” Implodes May 8, 2013
- Old White Men at the Louisiana Family Forum Continue to Obsess Over Screwing Gays May 5, 2013
- Louisiana State Senator Supports Creationism Law Because Of His Experience With Witch Doctor May 2, 2013
- An Open Letter to Conrad Appel, Chairman of the Louisiana Senate Education Committee April 26, 2013
- Louisiana College President Joe Aguillard Accused of Fraud, Misappropriation, Criminal Misrepresentation April 25, 2013
Louisiana Voice
- Pylant bill would only guarantee constant revenue stream for shady Course Choice providers already circling like vultures
- In the aftermath of killer tornadoes, perhaps it’s time for another reminder to Jindal that teachers are true heroes
- Notable Quotables (in their own words)
- More sordid details emerging in apparent fraudulent Course Choice registrations in three northwest Louisiana parishes
- Course Choice provider who enrolled 1100 students without their knowledge tied to Bush, Romney, Tex. dropout scandal
we saw that…
- easter bunny recycled
- **FLASH** hummingbirds return to rapides parish la 2013
- rapides regional medical center sued for snake infestation
- lt gov jay dardenne issues press release to tout management of department of culture recreation and tourism during budget crisis
- alexandria la.'s haynes best western inn & suites & convention center sued in slip n fall
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CENLA Focus
- 2013 Best of Cenla Reader’s Choice Awards May 6, 2013
- Welcome Happy Morning! May 6, 2013
- See, Save, Celebrate: Preservation Month 2013 May 6, 2013
- Live, Leave, Give – Estate Planning at Its Core May 6, 2013
- Eric Pawlowski May 6, 2013
National Hurricane Center Graphical Tropical Weather Outlooks
- The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1st through November 30th. December 5, 2012
- NHC Eastern Pacific Outlook May 22, 2013
National Hurricane Center (Atlantic)
- The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1st through November 30th. December 4, 2012
National Hurricane Center (Eastern Pacific)
- There are no tropical cyclones at this time. May 24, 2013
- Eastern Pacific Tropical Weather Outlook May 22, 2013
NWS Lake Charles Twitter Feed
- RT @stevecaparotta: Overturned RV in Morgan City from Police Chief Travis Crouch. #LAwx http://t.co/Qw0mU9gvMw 1 hour ago
- 1133am Flood advisory for St Martin Parish. 1-3 Inches of rain has fallen and with more possible. #lawx http://t.co/ww0cXFpBIY 5 hours ago
- In light of today's weather we are postponing today's NOAA Weather Radio Routine Weekly Test. #NWR #lawx #txwx 6 hours ago
- 816am Nasty storm off the coast of the LA/TX border. Special Marine Warning in effect for possible strong winds. http://t.co/fJqXEIurT2 8 hours ago
- It's Day 5 of National Safe Boating Week! Our topic is Hypothermia. 1.usa.gov/KNXVxk #lawx #txwx 9 hours ago
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Current Watches, Warnings and Advisories for Louisiana Issued by the National Weather Service
- Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 1:06PM CDT by NWS May 22, 2013
  ...TROPICAL FUNNEL CLOUDS POSSIBLE... AT 103PM...THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS RECEIVED A REPORT OF A FUNNEL CLOUD IN THE VICINITY OF GRAND LAKE LA. A VERY MOIST AND UNSTABLE TROPICAL AIRMASS IS IN PLACE ACROSS THE AREA. MEANWHILE...THE VERTICAL WIND PROFILE OVER THE AREA IS LIGHT AND VARIABLE. THESE CONDITIONS ARE FAVORABLE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT
- Flood Warning issued May 22 at 12:00PM CDT until further notice by NWS May 22, 2013
  ...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVERS IN LOUISIANA... ATCHAFALAYA RIVER AT MORGAN CITY AFFECTING ST. MARY PARISH THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE ATCHAFALAYA RIVER AT MORGAN CITY. * UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
- Flood Warning issued May 22 at 11:40AM CDT until further notice by NWS May 22, 2013
  ...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVERS IN LOUISIANA... MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT RED RIVER LANDING AFFECTING EAST BATON ROUGE...POINTE COUPEE AND WEST FELICIANA PARISHES MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT BATON ROUGE AFFECTING EAST BATON ROUGE AND WEST BATON ROUGE PARISHES
- Flood Warning issued May 22 at 11:40AM CDT until further notice by NWS May 22, 2013
  ...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVERS IN LOUISIANA... MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT RED RIVER LANDING AFFECTING EAST BATON ROUGE...POINTE COUPEE AND WEST FELICIANA PARISHES MISSISSIPPI RIVER AT BATON ROUGE AFFECTING EAST BATON ROUGE AND WEST BATON ROUGE PARISHES
- Flood Warning issued May 22 at 10:06AM CDT until May 23 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS May 22, 2013
  ...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR THE FOLLOWING RIVERS IN LOUISIANA...MISSISSIPPI... PEARL RIVER NEAR PEARL RIVER AFFECTING ST. TAMMANY...HANCOCK AND PEARL RIVER COUNTIES/PARISHES ...FLOOD WARNING EXTENDED UNTIL LATE TONIGHT...THE FLOOD WARNING CONTINUES FOR
AMBER Alert
- ACTIVE AMBER Alert: Luke Towner – Houston,TX May 22, 2013
  Harris County Sheriff’s Office has issued an Amber Alert for missing 18-month-old, Luke Towner. The baby is a white male, approximately 2 feet tall and weighs 26 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes. The biological father assaulted the mother and took the child, making threats to kill both himself and the child. They were last seen on Monday, May 20 at t […]
- CANCELED AMBER Alert: Forest Park,GA May 22, 2013
  Victim found safe
- CANCELED AMBER Alert: Tolleson,AZ May 21, 2013
  Victim found safe, suspect deceased
- CANCELED AMBER Alert: Braintree,MA May 21, 2013
  Victims found safe, suspect in custody
- CANCELED AMBER Alert: Murfreesboro,TN May 20, 2013
  Child has been recovered safely by Smyrna Police Department. Father is in custody.
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