The prime suspect in the Madeleine McCann case, 48-year-old Christian Brückner who is currently serving a seven-year sentence for the rape of a 72-year-old woman in the Algarve in 2006, could walk free in September if no further charges are brought against him.
In the face of a fresh search efforts to find the missing toddler near Brückner’s cottage home in Praia da Luz where he was residing at the time of Madeleine’s disappearance, Brückner gave a chilling interview from his cell.
He’s still claiming his innocence in the case for which he’s serving prison time and says he’s looking forward to a “nice steak and a beer” upon his release.
“I’m as well-known as a colorful dog,” he said, hinting he’ll drop off the radar the moment he’s out.
Speaking to Ulrich Oppold, a journalist from German broadcaster RTL who visited him in prison, Brückner said, “The fact that I have been in prison for many years for something that I cannot have committed and that therefore, through the participation of the media, half the world considers me a cruel rapist.”
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He claimed he was “assaulted by another inmate — at least one rib was broken. I now stay in my cell 24 hours a day. I don’t go out. Not even for food.”
Oppold described Brückner as “intelligent,” adding that he was emotionally distant. “I think he had prepared himself very well for our conversation. He knew exactly what he wanted to say and, above all, what he didn’t want to say.”
The search by German authorities is a massive one. Around 30 officers from the German equivalent of the FBI (the BKA) arrived in Portugal this week. They closed off roads and are scanning the area with radar equipment.
According to the Guardian, they are reportedly planning on looking where trenches were dug near the resort at the time of Madeleine’s disappearance, at wells, ruins, and water tanks. The search will include 21 pieces of land.
Madeleine McCann – four years old at the time – went missing from an apartment in Praia da Luz, in Portugal. At the time, her parents were out having dinner. Her case remains “the most heavily reported missing-person case in modern history.”
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Every solid relationship is based on mutual trust, understanding, and open communication. That, however, doesn’t mean that we should utter every thought. Sometimes, the things we choose to share with our partner, no matter how honest, can lead to unnecessary tension, insecurity, and even misunderstanding.
This doesn’t mean we should keep secrets from the person we are in a relationship with, but some feelings are better processed privately before being shared.
Below are 15 things that a woman should avoid telling her man.
1. “My ex used to do that too”
Making comparisons between your ex and current partner may not be the best idea because it can be interpreted as though you are still not over the guy you once dated. At the same time, it can affect your partner’s self-confidence and lead to jealousy and resentment.
Telling your partner they lack ambition or they are not as ambitious as you’d like them to be can sound as criticism rather than an attempt to push them. What feels to you like a lack of drive from his side may be him taking slow steps towards a goal.
3. “You’re exactly like your dad”
If your partner exhibits a habits you are not happy with, be sure to point that out without dragging family into the matter. Comparing him with his father may sound like judgement or even insult, depending on his relationship with his dad. By avoiding these sorts of comparisons, you can help put a stop to any generational trauma.
Even if you are an independent woman who can do everything by herself, don’t say that in front of your partner. The truth is that men love to be needed, and telling them they are not will likely feel them useless. Making sure your partner is appreciated won’t make you weak, on the contrary, it will strengthen your relationship even further.
5. “That guy is so hot”
Commenting other guys’ appearance in front of your partner can affect their self-confidence. Imagine how you’d feel if he says another woman is gorgeous or hot in front of you.
6. “I make more money than you”
When in a relationship, success is a team win, not a competition.
Men often tie their self-worth to their ability to provide, so bringing up income—especially in a competitive way—can trigger feelings of inadequacy and even resentment.
7. “Don’t be so sensitive”
When men open up about their feelings, they expect to be understood, not judged. So, telling them things like “you are being so sensitive” can make them question their emotions.
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8. “My friends don’t like you”
Telling your partner that your friends aren’t fond of him may sound like you are siding against him. Even if you want him to know how your close circle feels about him, do it in a way that won’t make him feel judged or paint your friends as his enemies.
9. “You’re not man enough”
Comments like “you’re not man enough” have a more damaging impact than you think. It pushes outdated stereotypes and makes him feel pressured to live up to unrealistic expectations.
Again, comparing your partner with someone else and asking from them to be more like that other person can easily make them feel not worthy. Even if you want him to be more like someone else whose qualities you appreciate, don’t make it sound like his not good enough.
11. “You always do this”
If you tend to use this phrase during an argument, it may feel like you are also bringing up your partner’s past mistakes – probably the ones you’ve already settled. Make sure you stay in the moment without throwing in the past.
Saying “you should have known better” sound more like a judgement than a guidance. Telling this to your partner is as though you are telling them you are disappointed in what they have done without clarifying your thoughts on the matter. Be more open and explain what your expectations were without making them feel guilty.
13. “You’re lucky I’m with you”
If you tell your partner he’s the lucky one to have you, it means you feel of him as less worthy than you are. At the end of the day, you are with them because you choose to be, so don’t make them feel like they owe you for being in a relationship with them.
When you are in a middle of an argument and you decide to put a stop to it by saying “whatever” it means you are brushing your partner’s feelings off and you are not concerned enough to find middle ground.
15. “Calm down”
Telling your partner to “calm down” in a middle of an argument is rarely productive, especially in the heat of the moment, because it will make them feel like their emotions don’t matter.
Don’t forget that good communication is the foundation of every healthy relationship.
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What was supposed to be a routine dental visit turned into a tragedy for 9-year-old Silvanna Moreno who died on March 18, 2025, a few hours after receiving dental procedure at Dreamtime Dentistry in Vista, California.
Now, more than two months after her tragic passing, the San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office ruled her death an accident.
The cause of death was listed as “methemoglobinemia in the setting of recent nitrous oxide administration.”
MetHb happens when haemoglobin is impacted by nitrous oxide, which lowers oxygen transport to tissues and results in hypoxia, as explained by the Cleveland Clinic.
It is an uncommon blood condition that affects the way red blood cells carry oxygen throughout the body. At some people, it manifests with blue or purple lips, skin, or nails, while at others, it is asymptomatic.
According to People, Silvanna had a fever and was given children’s Tylenol a day before the three-hour-long procedure.
The dentist’s office that treated the girl said she was a new patient referred to them for a root canal on a molar.
During the dental procedure in which the 9-year-old died, some baby teeth, as well as one permanent decayed tooth, were extracted.
According to NBC News, Dr. Ryan Watkins, the office’s trained anesthesiologist, said in a statement that “Silvanna was a healthy 9-year-old with a history of regular medical checkups.” He added that she underwent the office’s standard preoperative evaluation and was “an appropriate candidate for outpatient general anesthesia”
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The Medical Examiner’s summary report stated that the girl was moved to a “recovery room” following the procedure. It added that Silvanna’s mother told investigators her daughter was “out of it while intermittently opening her eyes and incomprehensibly mumbling.”
On the way home, as well as when they arrived home, she was sleeping. Around half and hour later, her breathing slowed. They tried to wake her up, but when they failed to do so, they called 911.
Silvanna was rushed to the hospital, where she was pronounced dead.
“We are profoundly saddened by the tragic loss of Silvanna Moreno, and our hearts continue to go out to her family during this incredibly difficult time,” Watkins said.
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In 2016, Watkins was investigated for the death of a 54-year-old man who nearly died while under general anaesthesia. It was determined at the time by the Dental Board of California that one of the drugs he received shouldn’t have been given to him in the first place because it caused his heart to stop.
Watkins was put on probation from 2020 to 2023, according to a decision order.
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Randy White, husband of countrylegend Lorrie Morgan, passed away aged 72.
Morgan shared the news of his passing on X.
“Randy has been my partner, my champion and my rock for 17 years,” she wrote alongside a picture of the two standing in front of the Grand Ole Opry. “Our big, wonderful family and I are devastated at the loss of this truly kind and incredible man. I was blessed by his love. Ran-Ran, I will love and miss you forever.”
White was diagnosed with mouth cancer a year prior to his passing.
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Morgan’s manager disclosed her husband’s diagnosis to the public and also announced that the singer had canceled her April tour due to his health condition.
“Morgan’s husband of nearly 15 years, Randy White, has been undergoing treatment for mouth cancer,” the statement read. “White has been readmitted to a hospital in Middle Tennessee.”
Morgan’s son and country singer Jesse Keith Whitley shared a tribute to White on his Facebook page. “As I sit here in the room with hospice, I don’t know really what to think or to say about this situation. But, I can say that the recent years of my life all the way back to when I was 22-23 years old, this great man has been here and loved my mom, and also me & my sister as [if] we were his own.”
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His post continued: “He has been the best grandfather for my kids they could ever ask for… He has shown unconditional love to my mother and been the most gentle soul to ever grace this entire family. As we say our goodbyes, I reminisce of all the good times we have had & the battles he has helped overcome.”
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Lorrie Morgan was married six times and White’s passing marks the second time she has lost a husband.
Morgan was married to country music singer Keith Whitley from 1986 until 1989 when he died from alcohol poisoning at the age of 34.
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I was just 14 when my brother and I were left all by ourselves. He was everything I had, so I did my best to take care of him as well as I could.
Unfortunately, he was taken away from me and was placed in a foster home, and so was I.
When I turned 16, I started working three jobs while attending night school. Luckily, I was able to rent a tiny apartment. It was the first step towards my dream of reuniting with Samuel again.
Everything felt overwhelming, but I knew it would all be worth it once my brother was by my side again.
During our supervised visits, he would whisper, “When can I come home?” and I’d force out, “Soon,” hoping this time it wouldn’t turn into another lie.
During the final custody hearing, the judge looked at me and said, “Brad, you are simply too young.” But what they couldn’t understand was that Samuel was my entire world.
Francis, the case worker, offered her sympathy. “Brad, I am aware you are doing everything you can, but it’s just not enough.”
Back in my tiny apartment, I sank into the couch and thought of the happy times, when my mother was still alive. We never had much, but at least we had each other. I missed those times and my heart ached with the thought that things could never be the same and that I’d lose my brother forever.
As I was choking in tears, my landlady, Mrs. Rachel knocked on the door. She brought cookies and asked me with a concerned look. “Brad, how’d court go?”
“They want proof I can provide for him, like I wouldn’t starve myself to make sure he’s fed,” I answered as my frustration grew.
“I know how much you love your brother, and I know you’d do anything for him, but the system needs something more solid,” she said as she placed her hand on my shoulder.
“They say my apartment’s too small. He needs his own room,” I said.
As the second largest organ in the human body, the liver is responsible for metabolizing nutrients and detoxifying the bloodstream.
When too much fat builds up in the liver, it causes a condition known as a fatty liver – or hepatic steatosis – that if left untreated can easily lead to more serious health issues such as fibrosis or even cirrhosis.
These conditions can be reversed if the underlying factors contributing to fat buildup are addressed.
While alcohol is often blamed for liver damage, it’s not the only threat. In fact, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) are becoming the most common chronic liver diseases.
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According to NIH, “NAFLD is a spectrum of hepatic diseases associated with metabolic and cardiovascular disorders, such as obesity, insulin resistance (IR), hypertension, dyslipidemia and type 2 diabetes (T2D).”
Extensive research state that fat buildup and inflammation are caused by the consumption of sugary sodas, fruit juices, and energy drinks.
While fruit juice is considered a healthy drink, consuming it in large quantities can be harmful. Store-bought juice contains high levels of fructose – the sugar processed by the liver. While whole fruits contain fiber, fruit juices do not, which leads to quick and high sugar spikes that put a load on the liver.
Over time, the liver turns the excess fructose into fat through lipogenesis, which eventually leads to NAFLD.
Most bottled or pre-made iced teas contain high amounts of sugar which have the same effect as the fruit juices. When opting for tea, brew it yourself and sweeten it with honey.
Sports drinks are high in calories because of the sugar they contain. They also have electrolytes like sodium and potassium, but while day provide extra nutrition for athletes, sports drinks offer little to no benefit for individuals who don’t engage in physical activities. What’s more, they can promote fat accumulation in the liver at non-athletes.
Sodas, both regular and diet, contain artificial sweeteners, which if consumed excessively, lead to insulin resistance and fat accumulation in the liver, especially in people with health risks.
Because they negatively affect your metabolic health, the consumption of soda should be limited or avoided entirely.
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When my daughter, Meredith, passed away, I was heartbroken — not only because of the pain and grief that settled in my heart from the devastating loss, but also because my granddaughter, Emma, was left without a mother.
Emma’s dad, Cole remarried shortly after. His new wife, Bethany, seemed like a nice person at first, but sadly, she turned out to be a mean woman who didn’t care about Emma at all.
Being well-off, I agreed to cover most of the expenses regarding Emma’s education. In fact, I was there for anything she needed, and that included toys, clothes, you name it.
One day, I got a call from Bethany asking for $1,000 for a Dreamhouse toy Emma wanted. I sent the money right away, along with a sapphire earrings.
A couple of days passed by and I didn’t receive a call from Emma to thank me for the gift. When I was finally able to reach her out, she told me she had never got a Dreamhouse toy. However, she did mention her stepmom having new earrings.
Emma also asked why I stopped sending her money and gifts. “Is it because you don’t love me anymore?” she asked with a crying voice.
My heart broke. It was then that I realized that most, if not all, of the money and the gifts I was sending never reached my granddaughter.
When I asked Cole about it, he said I never sent anything. He accused me of lying and told me I was selfish for not keeping the promise of helping him and my granddaughter financially.
When Emma’s birthday approach, I decided to see her, but Bethany said they were going on holiday that weekend. She was doing all in her power to keep me out of Emma’s life while using my money.
Worried for my granddaughter, I bought a ticket and appeared at their home unannounced. I had a bunch of receipts from everything I had purchased for my granddaughter during the time Bethany and Cole were married.
When Bethany opened the door, she was shocked.
“What are you doing here?” she asked, trying to prevent me from speaking to Emma and Cole, but I managed to get inside.
The place wasn’t decorated. No balloons, no cake, no new clothes for Emma. It was as though it was just an ordinary day, not her birthday.
A photograph of a little boy went viral after people started sharing it and asking others to guess who that boy grew up to be.
The boy wears a black button-up T-shirt featuring yellow tartan accents on the front panels and poses in front of a beige background.
He is holding his hands together and is looking straight into the camera with a curious and thoughtful expression.
Judging from the clothing and the quality of the photo, it is obvious that it wasn’t taken recently. It is, however, an older photo from a time before smartphones had been invented.
The little boy on the photograph features blue eyes and blonde hair.
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After it started circulating online and appeared all over social media, it didn’t take long before people realized the boy grew up to be one of the most recognizable people of today, American President Donald Trump.
“That’s totally Donald Trump,” one Facebook user commented.
A second added: “Looks like a picture of Donald J. Trump!”
“President Trump, his daughter Ivanka looks like him,” commented a third, while a fourth chirped: “Yup that’s Trump!”
Someone else guessed: “Looks like Trump!”
Donald trump, who is a business mogul, returned to Office for the second time after wining the elections on November 6, 2024, defeating Vice President Kamala Harris.
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Trump officially began his second term as the 47th president on January 20, 2025, during an inauguration ceremony held inside the US Capitol rotunda due to severe winter weather.
Since most of his political decisions are controversial, including the renaming of The Gulf of Mexico to The Gulf of America, imposing tariffs on nearly every country in the world, planning to deport millions of people who are in the country illegally, and more, some people commented that the boy from the photo became became “the biggest monster that this country would ever see.”
There have also been those who showed their support writing, “Not a monster. I stand with you.”
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