Sinéad O’Connor’s cause of death finally comes to light, one year after her death

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The news of the sudden passing of one of the greatest Irish and world singers, Sinéad O’Connor, shook the world a year ago. O’Connor had been found ‘unresponsive’ after police were called to her flat in Herne Hill. Her life ended a little over a year following the passing of her son, Shane Lunny, who died of suicide at the age of 17.

O’Connor was devastated by Shane’s loss. “Been living as undead night creature since. He was the love of my life, the lamp of my soul. We were one soul in two halves. He was the only person who ever loved me unconditionally. I am lost in the bardo without him,” the late singer posted about her beloved son in her last Tweet.

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Now, a year after O’Connor’s death, her death report, which revealed her cause of death, was obtained. The cherished singer and activist passed away due to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma combined with a low-grade lower respiratory tract infection.

This report comes six months after the London Inner South Coroner’s Court confirmed her cause of death to be “natural causes.”

The singer gained worldwide fame with her rendition of Prince’s Nothing Compares 2 U.

“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Sinéad,” her family said in a statement to The Irish Times. “Her family and friends are devastated and have requested privacy at this very difficult time.”

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O’Connor’s death prompted a wave of tributes, with Ireland’s taoiseach at the time, Leo Varadkar, stating: “Her music was loved around the world, and her talent was unmatched and beyond compare.”

Actress Jamie Lee Curtis was among the public figures who honored O’Connor on the year of her passing.

“I once heard Sìnead sing acappella in an empty chapel in Ireland. It was under construction at the private home of our host. It was one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever heard in my life. We then went together to see Eminem at a festival. I loved her. Her music. Her life. She was a victim of child abuse and a huge change agent for unfair and unjust draconian laws that she helped change in Ireland,” Curtis wrote on Instagram. “She was a warrior. She was a rebel. She ripped up a photograph that was on her mother’s wall because of the hypocrisy of the abusive life she was raised in under the banner of the church. This is so sad. Watch the NOTHING COMPARES documentary. Brilliant. Heartbreaking. Rest well. Rest in power. Rest in peace.”

Sinéad O’Connor in the 90s. Credit / Michel Linssen / Redferns / Getty.

A week before her death, O’Connor shared with her fans that she had recently returned to London after a 23-year absence, expressing that she was “very happy to be home.”

O’Connor, who converted to Islam and changed her name to Shuhada Sadaqat was buried as a Muslim in a Catholic cemetery last summer.

May she rest in peace.

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Mom gives birth to dead daughter – as she holds baby girl in her arms, husband whispers words she’ll never forget

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Experiencing a miscarriage is one of the most painful and heartbreaking events a person can endure. It provokes feelings of sadness, immense grief, and sometimes guilt.

Many parents to be experience shock and disbelief upon learning of the miscarriage as the mind struggles to process the devastating news of change of circumstance. All of a sudden, it feels like all the dreams have been shattered like a piece of glass. Anxiety about future pregnancies is also present, which adds to the difficulty of the situation.

Sadly, the number of couples who have gone trough this devastating experience is huge and although every person deals with the loss in their own way, the pain is almost always the same, and it hardly goes away.

Whitney Quinton and her husband Brett welcomed a son in their lives, but they always dreamed of having more children. Unfortunately, Whitney experienced health issues, including endometriosis, for which she had undergone a surgery, and falling pregnant again was difficult.

After some years, and a miscarriage, she did learn she was carrying a baby and only hoped for the best.

 
 
 
 
 
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During the first couple of weeks everything seemed normal. But one day, while at a regular check-up, Whitney waited for the scans way longer than usual and that was the first sign that something was wrong.

“I started getting worked up while we waited and my husband tried to reassure me it would be okay,” she explained to Love What Matters.

“My mind was going a thousand miles a minute thinking about all of the things she could have and how scared I was.”

 
 
 
 
 
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The news that followed was dreadful. Their daughter’s heart was at a different spot, she was missing a kidney, and her long bones were not growing. The scans also showed severe abnormalities with her limbs. 

“[The radiologist] then stated in very direct terms, ‘You can terminate this pregnancy in the next three weeks if you are unable to handle this,'” Whitney wrote. 

“I let out a scream I didn’t even know I was capable of. I fell to my knees and kept screaming and I immediately had sheets of tears streaming down my face. My husband continued to rub my back while he too wept.”

The following two weeks were extremely difficult; both physically and emotionally. She and her husband were tired and heartbroken. 

Whitney underwent plenty of tests and they all showed that in case their daughter survived by any chance, she would have a very low quality of life. 

“Day and night, my husband and I cried. We felt like we had nothing left to give. Selfishly, we wanted her.

“To us, she was perfect even though there were so many complications with her health. It didn’t matter to us. But as parents you learn that it’s not about what’s best for you, it’s about what’s best for her and what she would want.”

They turned to God and prayed all the time, hoping to be given some clarity about the decision they were about to make.

“Two days later, we agreed that neither she nor I needed to suffer for one more minute. The induction was scheduled for a few days later, and the evening came for me to take the medication to induce labour. I would be delivering her the next day.

“I had blurred vision and was so gravely ill that I told Brett I loved him many times in case I died, I was supposed to attend my work party the night before as I thought it would be better to have a distraction instead of sobbing all evening. The time came to leave and my health turned a corner.”

 
 
 
 
 
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Whitney’s experience delivering her baby was, as expected, both painful and traumatic.

“I woke up and the nurse came to check on me. In my sleep, our daughter, Ruby-Jo, had arrived,” she wrote. 

“The doctor came in to pick up her tiny, 1- pound, lifeless body and I went into complete shock.”

At that moment, she was overwhelmed by feelings of extreme sadness, anger, and guilt. 

In the midst of her heartbreak, her husband whispered words she would never forget.

“Whits, it’s okay. You did it,” he told her. “She’s finally home and she’s perfect. She’s with our family in Heaven, and she’s not in pain anymore. I am so proud of you.”

“Not a day has gone by that I don’t think about the words my husband said to me that day,” Whitney wrote. “He saved me then, and his words continue to save me daily when I fight demons with the Earth-shattering decision we had to make for her.”

 
 
 
 
 
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“She is sealed to our family and, someday in Heaven, we will all be reunited,” Whitney wrote.

“I will embrace her and I know she will thank us for relieving her of all of her suffering. We will thank her for teaching us how to turn to God, to have more compassion, and be there for others during tragedies to lift them up.”

We are so very sorry about everything this family was forced to go through. 

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Willie Nelson’s son Lukas sings ‘Always On My Mind,’ sounds exactly like his legendary dad

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When it comes to Willie Nelson and his son Lucas, it’s safe to say that “the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.”

The truth is that a great number of children, especially those whose moms and dads are celebs, tend to follow into their parents’ footsteps, and Lucas Nelson isn’t an exception.

Well, the great thing about this young musician is that great vocal abilities run in the family.

Having a dad who happens to be a 10-time Grammy winner and one of the most renowned country singers there are means having big shoes to fill, but Lucas is doing one hell of a job achieving that.

He learned how to play the guitar at the age of 13 and joined his dad’s band as a rhythm guitarist.

Today, Lucas, the talented artist who wrote the music for the remake of A Star is Born starring Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga, is part of the band Promise of the Real which he founded in 2008.

When Neil Young heard the band perform at Farm Aid 2014, he invited them to record with him in the studio, which marked the start of a long-lasting collaboration.

That Lucas is an incredible musician whose vocal resembles that of his father a lot could be seen from a video of him performing the classic Always On My Mind.

The video of Lucas singing one of his father’s most famous songs captured the attention of millions. Many say that if you listen to it with closed eyes, you can easily mistake him for his dad, and we can’t agree more.

The video of young Nelson’s performance is taken at what appears a small bar. He’s surrounded by friends.

The moment he starts singing, the place is filled with exquisite silence and all eyes, and ears, are on him.

In times in which music tastes change quickly, having the persistence presence of the likes of Willie Nelson and the new generation consisting of his offspring proves yet again that the genuine talent transcends time.

Lucas’ ability to pass on his emotions to those around him is worth all the praise.

We hope he would be able to leave a mark in the world of music as profound as that left by his father.

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Bringing back the spark in your relationship

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Rekindling the spark in a relationship requires a bit of effort, such as effective and honest communication, spending quality time together, setting date nights, building a stronger emotional connection, fostering intimacy and emotional closeness, and more.

Surprises and thoughtful gestures can definitely lead to more affectionate bond between the partners.

Infusing the relationship with novelty and adventure can also shatter the boredom of routine, and that is exactly what a woman did when she felt like taking her and her husband’s relationship to a whole new level.

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In order to surprise her hubby, she decided to purchase a see-through nighty that she put on one night without wearing any clothes underneath. She then danced into the bedroom.

Looking at her, he was taken aback by her provocative looks. Unable to contain his excitement, he exclaimed: “You look so beautiful and sexy, my darling!”

Feeling super self-confident and flattered by her husband’s compliment, she answered: “I know that, I tried it the same way at the store and the salesman was the first one to tell me that.”

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Meghan Markle’s 2 demands before ever reconciling with Prince William and Kate Middleton revealed by expert

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When it comes to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and their relationship with the rest of the royals one thing is certain, it’s a rocky one. Over the years, words have been said and bridges have been burnt and not many believe that any form of reconciliation is on the horizon.

When they announced their decision to step down from their royal duties, the spokesperson of Harry and Meghan said in a statement: “As evidenced by their work over the past year, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex remain committed to their duty and service to the U.K. and around the world, and have offered their continued support to the organisations they have represented regardless of official role.”

However, Queen Elizabeth herself had “written confirming that in stepping away from the work of the Royal Family, it is not possible to continue with the responsibilities and duties that come with a life of public service,” the announcement by the palace said. It added: “While all are saddened by their decision, the Duke and Duchess remain much loved members of the family.”

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U.K. media, as well as many influential international magazines, have slammed their decision to split from the royal family, but both Harry and Meghan believed it was the best thing to do when it came to their family. During the Oprah interview that caused a stir on the social media, Harry once again defended their decision to move from Britain because he didn’t want “history repeating itself,” referring to his late mother.

According to Meghan, before the split with the Firm, she and Harry allegedly asked for a permission to move to another country in the Commonwealth, perhaps South Africa or Canada. However, the answer was a resounding no.

“Anything to just … because just by existing, we were upsetting the dynamic of the hierarchy. So we go, ‘Okay, fine, let’s get out of here. Happy to,’” Meghan recalled during an interview with The Cut.

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In January of last year, Harry published his much-anticipated all-tell memoir Spare which sold in a staggering 1.4 million copies on its first day in the UK, United States, and Canada. Spare has been released in 16 different languages worldwide.

“We always knew this book would fly, but it is exceeding even our most bullish expectations,” Larry Finlay, managing director of Transworld Penguin Random House, said.

“As far as we know, the only books to have sold more in their first day are those starring the other Harry (Potter).”

Despite that the need for privacy and more quiet life was one of the reasons why Harry and Meghan stepped down from their royal duties and left Britain behind, they haven’t stopped giving interviews and speaking of the members of the Firm.

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In his book, among the rest, Harry wrote that following the birth of Prince George, he wasn’t welcomed in the home of William and Kate in a way he expected he would be, despite the fact they lived within a walking distance to one another. He also labeled Camilla “dangerous” and spoke of the argument between Kate and Meghan at the time of Harry and Meghan’s wedding, the one the world first learned about during the infamous Oprah interview when Meghan revealed that Kate made her cry.

However, now that Charles and Kate both fight cancer, it has been reported that Harry and Meghan reached out to them in separate occasions.

Many hope that this difficult time for the royal family would also be the time when olive branches are offered from both sides.

Royal expert Ingrid Seward has indicated that Meghan Markle has two specific demands for reconciliation, one of which is a “groveling apology.” Seward also highlighted Prince William’s position, noting that he also insists on a genuine apology from Harry for the perceived years of disrespect towards him and Kate.

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According to another royal expert, Tom Quinn, doubts the possibility of reconciliation, citing Meghan’s belief that Kate should have offered her more support during her time as a working royal.

Recent events, such as Kate Middleton’s health issues, have not eased tensions. Although there have been suggestions for a joint family gathering, Meghan’s reluctance and unresolved grievances continue to impede progress.

Prince Harry’s upcoming visit to the UK for the Invictus Games anniversary event could potentially facilitate interaction, but Meghan’s concerns about her children’s safety and the unresolved issues pose significant hurdles.

Given the complexity of the feud and the demands for apologies from both sides, the possibility of reconciliation remains uncertain.

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Steve Martin announces his retirement from acting – ‘Once you get to 75, there’s not a lot left to learn’

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After a career which spanned six decades, legendary actor and comedian Steve Martin was ready to call it quits. But then a new show came, Only Murders in the Building, earning him three Emmy nominations. What followed was a stage show, a new book, and plenty more projects, but this time, he is truly winding his career down.

This incredibly versatile man became a household name when he joined the cast of “Saturday Night Live.” His immense acting talent and his wit took his career to a whole new level and he became a familiar face on our screens, bringing laughter to millions of fans.

Martin has plenty of awards under his belt and the list of films he played in throughout the course of his career is relatively long.

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Among the rest, he’s known for classics such as ‘Pink Panther’, ‘Cheaper by the Dozen’, and ‘Father of the Bride,’ among the rest.

As most people tend to retire when they reach the age of sixty-something, Martin didn’t only do projects and films at that age, but he also became a father for the first time ever when he and wife Anne Stringfield welcomed a daughter in 2012. At the time, Martin was 67.

Speaking of the decision to pack up his career, Martin said, “There’s a time in your career when people are dying to see you… Now is the time in my career when I’m the one who’s got to show up.”

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When it comes to his show Only Murders in the Building, Martin created alongside John Hoffman, starring Martin himself, singer-actress Selena Gomez, and Martin Short, the 77-year-old comedian told Variety, “I’m very happy with my character not growing. They always say, ‘What’s the arc of the character? What does he learn?’ Once you get to 75, there’s not a lot left to learn, there’s only more mistakes. So I don’t worry about those things. [It’s about] being true to the character. If Marty Short is true to Oliver, and I’m true to Charles, then we can’t go wrong. They’re real people.”

He then added, “When this television show is done, I’m not going to seek others. I’m not going to seek other movies. I don’t want to do cameos. This is, weirdly, it.”

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Not many can say they had a career as outstanding as that of Steve Martin. Saying goodbye to Hollywood with a win in his pocket is possibly the best kind of farewell.

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Fiancé vanishes on wedding day leaving bride at the altar — One day she gets a message request from him

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On what should have been the happiest day of her life, a bride’s world crumbled when her fiancé disappeared without a trace, leaving her stranded at the altar.

This unexpected action from the man whom she dreamed of spending her life with shattered the illusion of their perfect relationship, plunging her into a whirlwind of confusion and heartache.

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Despite her desperate attempts to contact him, all of her calls and messages went unanswered, leaving her in a state of profound shock and despair.

Her life suddenly turned into a surreal nightmare as she found herself standing alone in her wedding dress, seeking solace on the cold tiles of the bathroom floor.

The painful truth came to light when Derek’s mother tearfully revealed that he had rekindled a relationship with his ex just days before the wedding, choosing to get back to her instead. Learning this was a huge blow to the bride, who felt anger, betrayal, and struggled with feelings of abandonment.

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In an attempt to find solace and guidance, the woman sought refuge in the anonymity of the internet, grappling with conflicting desires for closure while also fearing the prospect of reopening old wounds. She asked strangers from the online community for advice, and each and every one of them told her she should move on and open her heart to new loves.

However, just as she decided to take these people’s advice and start her life over, something unexpected happened. Derek reached out to her, offering apologies and explanations for his sudden departure.

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He explained that his ex had his child she never told him about. She only revealed that truth to him when she learned he was going to get married. And that was the reason why he decided to get back to her.

Despite his reasons, the woman felt numb, indifferent to his attempts at reconciliation. With the passage of time, support from friends, and therapy, she embarked on a journey of self-discovery and healing, eventually finding the strength to leave her past behind and start anew in Wales, UK.

Over a year since she was left at the alter Derek reached out to her again.

His unexpected message on social media reopened old wounds, forcing her to confront her past once again. The fact that he was ware of her whereabouts sent shivers down her spine.

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“Hey… I’ve heard you moved to Wales, that’s so cool, I’m [traveling] to Cardiff towards of the end of July. I’m deeply sorry about everything and I want to discuss what happened leading up to the wedding.”

Despite initial hesitation, she agreed to meet him, seeking closure and resolution.

The meeting was a hard time for the woman. Derek revealed that his ex passed away and he was left to take care of the child he shared with her all by himself. Additionally, he offered the woman financial compensation for the wedding expenses.

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In the end, this encounter affirmed the woman’s resilience and newfound liberation, allowing her to finally move on with her life.

She decided to forget all about being left at the alter and not let that burden her any longer. Instead, she decided to embrace her life free from her past pain and feelings.

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An unexpected turn

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The excitement of travel often lies in adventure, discovery, and exploring new destinations. However, it’s often the unforeseen detours that challenge our plans and expectations, creating the most memorable experiences. These moments of tension and uncertainty can redefine our journeys, creating lasting memories that we cherish as precious jewels.

At times, we are lucky enough to encounter sights that surpass the everyday, providing glimpses of otherworldly beings or supernatural events.

While flying high above the clouds, a passenger’s attention was captured by an unusual sight. It was a moment that simply couldn’t be ignored.

For this extraordinary experience, which experts have trouble defining and explaining, and for more incredible and mysterious events caught by ordinary people, check the video below.

Embark on this extraordinary journey and prepare for a thrilling adventure where the extraordinary is the norm.

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