Jason Murdock
Reporter
Jason Murdock is a staff reporter for Newsweek.
Based in London, Murdock previously covered cybersecurity for the International Business Times UK and B2B tech for V3.co.uk. Winner of The Drum's 'Digital Writer of the Year' award in 2017. Contact: j.murdock@newsweek.com
Washington School Accused of Putting Autistic Boy's Desk in Bathroom
"It smelled and just the thought of my son working his school day away in a bathroom was disturbing to me," the child's mother said.
Edward Snowden Thanks William Barr for Helping His Book to Top the Charts
"If we can't agree on what is happening how can we decide what we should do about it?" Snowden said, defending his decision to leak NSA secrets.
Police Chief's Son Pleads Guilty to Killing Stepson, Beating Him With Belt
Joshua David Richards has been sentenced to 25 years without parole.
Missing Florida Teen Seen in Instagram Video Tied Up With Rope Around Neck
Destiny Rose, 16, was last seen in August at the Alpha Group Home in Southwest Ranches. Her aunt has now told police about a shocking video call she recieved via social media.
Enormous 726-Pound 12-foot Gator Killed by Hunters in South Carolina
The huge gator, weighing in at 726 pounds, was found in the Santee River last Sunday by Lee Daugherty, David Lowe, Ryan Pitts, and George Mourounas. Images of the reptile went viral on social media.
Nebraska Woman Sets Apartment on Fire by Burning Love Letters from Her Ex
According to investigators, the 19-year-old used the torch to burn the letters, and went to take a nap after leaving some of the love notes on her bedroom carpet.
Five Trapped by Tide in Cove Rescued After Writing 'We're Stuck' in Sand
"When going out kayaking please ensure you have all the correct safety equipment and a means to call for help," an RNLI spokesperson said after multiple kayakers were rescued.
Powerball Results for 09/18/19: Did Anyone Win the $70 Million Jackpot?
The winning numbers for this week's $70 million Powerball lottery have been revealed, but did anyone win and when is your next chance to take part?
Shark Attack Sees Three People Bitten Off Hawaii: 'We Were Freaking Out'
"At first there was like two sharks and then there was a whole swarm of fish," Russell said, describing the moment that multiple sharks swarmed into the area and attacked.
Dramatic Bodycam Video Shows Florida Deputy Rescuing Drowning Woman
"It was made very clear that did not know how to swim. [The woman] appeared to be in distress and became submerged into the water," read a police report detailing the September 7 incident.
Father Furious as Autistic Boy Wanders a Mile from School, Cuffed by Police
"The damage you have done to my son and the years of progress that has been setback are irreparable. A lawsuit isn't enough," the boy's father wrote on social media.
Woman Punches Coyote in the Face As It Tries to Attack Pet Dog Named 'Roxy'
"We've had coyotes sort of in and around the yard, but nothing ever close to this," the owner of the dog, Grace Tully, said after her friend protected the small pet from the jaws of the coyote.
Drone Footage Shows Large Shark Approaching Oblivious Surfer in Australia
"I have seen numerous sharks at Werri using drones, but this is the first time I have been able to warn anyone with the speaker system," said operator Christopher Joye, who released the footage online.
Woman Drove Intoxicated to Pick Up Boyfriend in Custody for DUI: Police
Kristen Lee-Ann Robbins, 30, was detained by officers from the Chambersburg Police Department last Thursday after driving her vehicle to the station while under the influence, officials said.
Monstrous 400-pound Feral Hog Invades Texas Golf Course, Is Caught and Tied
A massive wild feral boar was removed from the Gateway Hills Golf Course in San Antonio last week. Earlier this month, it became legal in Texas to kill the animals without a hunting license.
Florida Teen Arrested for Threatening School Attack: 'I Will Become a God'
A therapist found the student "professed admiration for the perpetrators of the Columbine shooting, displayed a lack of empathy and other disconcerting behaviors."
Video Shows Aggressive Tourist Head-Butting and Hitting Venice Gondolier
The incident took place yesterday afternoon at Ponte dei Bareteri, or Bareteri Bridge, which is a popular tourist destination in the region made famous by its sprawling network of canals.
Teenager Leads Police on Dangerous 30-Minute Chase in Stolen School Bus
The 14-year-old male suspect was detained by the Fredericton Police Force at about 10 p.m. on Saturday after the vehicle was stopped using a spike strip following a 30-minute chase.
Former Google Engineer Warns Using AI in Weapons Could 'Start a Flash War'
"How does the killing machine out there on its own flying about distinguish between the 18-year-old combatant and the 18-year-old who is hunting for rabbits?," said former Google staffer Laura Nolan.
Four Men Drown in Sewage Tank After Trying to Rescue Farmer Trapped Inside
The victims, all of Indian nationality, have been identified by authorities as the two owners of the Arena Po farm and two employees. The investigation remains ongoing.
Florida Man Arrested After His ID Turns Out to Belong to Wanted Criminal
Joshua Wade Turner, 46, gave police a Florida identification and social security card under the name Patrick Pearson. Unfortunately for him, Pearson was wanted for theft.
School Football Game Canceled as Videos Show Players Screaming Racist Slurs
"We will continue to take a strong and unified stance against racist behavior and language. Our schools welcome and serve all students," division superintendent Dr. Jennifer Parish said after the videos spread.
Coast Guard Receives Mysterious Radio Calls Threatening to Sink Their Ships
The unknown culprit, reportedly speaking in an American accent, cited links to the Russian government and threatened to set off anti-submarine weapons and shoot down planes.
Facebook's Libra Cryptocurrency Could Be Blocked in Europe, Politician Says
"I want to say this with a lot of clarity: In these conditions, we cannot authorize the development of Libra on European soil," French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire said during a blockchain conference in Paris.
Barber Chops off Woman's Ponytail on Bus Because It Touched Him on the Knee
Allen Yu Kam-lun, 65, who works as a barber, pleaded guilty in Hong Kong's Eastern Magistrates' Court yesterday to assault occasioning actual bodily harm.
Video: 71-year-old Suffering Stroke Symptoms on Cruise Ship Is Medevaced
The passenger—who has not yet been named—was rescued on Wednesday morning from the Oosterdam, a Holland America Line liner that was en-route to Yakutat, Alaska.
Tennessee High School Covers Bathroom Mirrors Because of Student Lateness
"Even prisons have mirrors," former pupil Shelby Campbell complained in a Facebook post about the issue, which attracted hundreds of comments and shares.
Texas Police Warn a Primate May Be on the Loose in Santa Fe
"I'm not saying that there is no monkey, in fact, I am sure there is one on the loose. Out here, anything is possible, said Santa Fe police lieutenant Greg Boody.
North Carolina Woman Cuts Off Husband's Penis After Tying Him Up: Police
Deputies said they were able to recover the dismembered body part. It was immediately put on ice and transported to medical personnel. The victim was named as James Frabutt, 61.
Apple iPhone 11 Revealed: How to Watch and Live Stream New Special Event
The hotly-anticipated press conference, which will take social media by storm during its roughly two-hour duration, will begin at 10 a.m. Pacific Time.