Couple leaves 16-week-old twins locked up for four days so they could go party – one baby dies, the other fights for life

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Monica Pop
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Not everyone deserves to be a parent. Some people are so careless when it comes to their children that the little ones end up being severely neglected and not cared for properly.

Sadly, such was the case with two 16-week-old twins from Russia whose parents locked them up and left them alone for four days so that they could go out and party. The friends of 23-year-old Margarita Yanayeva and 35-year-old Alexey were surprised to see them out partying during lockdown drinking binge and wondered who was taking care of the little ones, to what the parents responded that the twins were in the hospital being treated for coronavirus.

A source said, “In the course of four days they were not feeding the children, and did not arrange alternative care for them,” as reported by the Daily Mail. “Instead, they ‘subjected them to hunger, did not ensure hygiene, leaving the minors in a socially dangerous state.” They didn’t even bother to check on their children, neither they put any effort in finding someone who could take care of them while they were having fun.

The babies were only discovered after the grandmother tried contacting the parents but failed to reach them. She knew the area of Vilyuchinsk was under lockdown but she still decided to go and see if everything was fine as she was concerned for the safety of the family.

When she entered the apartment, she was left in shock and immediately alerted the police. The babies were in a very bad condition and were immediately rushed to a hospital in Russia’s Kamchatka region.

Sadly, one of the babies, the boy, was so emaciated that he passed away while the baby girl is fighting for her life. The cruel parents have been charged with murder and face up to 20 years in prison if found guilty.

Father is left fighting for his life after being attacked by his son’s bullies on Easter Sunday

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Monica Pop
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The worst thing about bullying is that it is very likely to affect the victim’s self-esteem for life. One doesn’t get away from the trauma of being bullied easily, and that is why we should do all in our power to prevent it from happening. Parents need to teach their children what’s right and what’s wrong from very early age and make sure they understand that bullying is part of the latter.

One father is left fighting for his life after he got attacked by the bullies who were throwing his 11-year-old son on the ground at Longcroft Park, Worthing, West Sussex, on Easter Sunday. The father tried defending his boy, but he ended up being a victim himself. The injuries he sustained were so severe that no one knows for sure what the extent of the damage would be when and if he wakes up.

Currently, 46-year-old Alan Willson, a care home worker, is in a coma in Royal Sussex County Hospital. As reported by The Sun, Alan suffered brain damage, lung trauma, broken bones, and fractured spine.

He is described by his family as the most genuine and most kind person there is.

Alan’s 25-year-old daughter Beckie took to Facebook to write how she feels regarding the tragic incident.

“I just wish I could just see you dad and tell you its going to be okay. Please dad fight for your f*****g life you are such a strong, caring man who has brought us kids up and loved us like we are your own. You have so much life left to live and a granddaughter who needs to grow up with her nan-dad. I wish I could just hold your hand but unfortunately Covid has decided that for us. You can do this dad.”

Five teenagers, aged 14 and 15, were arrested, but were released with bail just few hours later, which caused rage at the members of the community. The attackers are charged with attempted murder and grievous bodily harm with intent.

According to Alan’s wife, as well as the police, Alan was hit with hard objects multiple times while his son watched in horror. He had undergone a brain surgery.

“The assault and the build up to it occurred in a public park in daylight, so it was likely that other people would have witnessed the assault or the suspects running from the scene,” Inspector Simon Dunn, who is leading the investigation for Sussex Police, said.

“I am keen to hear from anyone who has information but is yet to come forward.”

A fundraising page has been set up to help Alan’s fight. You can donate here.

Famous animal expert Jack Hanna diagnosed with dementia, family confirms

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Monica Pop
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Jack Hanna, or better known as “Jungle Jack,” is one of the most beloved animal experts that we know of. This man’s TV appearances on a number of talk shows, including “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson,” “Late night with David Letterman” and “Today,” made him a much-loved TV personality. Hanna first appeared on the screens back in 1983, when he brought a baby gorilla on “Good Morning America.”

Ever since, he stole the hearts of millions of animal lovers and that led to his own shows such as Jack Hanna’s Animal Adventures and Jack Hanna’s Into the Wild.

A few days ago, Hanna’s family shared some sad news regarding his health with the fans. Through his Twitter account, Hanna’s three daughters wrote how their father was diagnosed with dementia and how his health was deteriorating.

“Today, we reach out to share some personal Hanna Family news. Doctors have diagnosed our dad, Jack Hanna, with dementia, now believed to be Alzheimer’s disease. His condition has progressed much faster in the last few months than any of us could have anticipated. Sadly, Dad is no longer able to participate in public life as he used to, where people all over the world watched, learned and laughed alongside him.

“A passion for wildlife conservation and education has been at the core of who our dad is and everything he has accomplished with the help of so many.”

“He has spent his life connecting people and wildlife because he has always believed that having people see and experience animals is key to engaging them in more impactful conservation efforts. He’s always said, ‘You have to touch the heart to teach the mind.’

“Even though Dad is no longer able to travel and work in the same way, we know that his infectious enthusiasm has touched many hearts and will continue to be his legacy.”

The now 76-year-old Hanna retired from the position of director and then director emeritus of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in December 2020 after 42 years of service. The zoo is still considered one of the most beautiful ones in the country.

Hanna’s former colleagues are asking people to join them in sending messages of support to the family.

Stay strong, Jack Hanna.

13-year-old autistic boy dies after being restrained face against the floor by school staff

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Maryane
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The tragic death of Max Benson, a 13-year-old autistic boy from California shook the country, and now, almost a year after the horrific incident in which he lost his life, Max’s mother, Stacia Langley, speaks of the life without him and of the case. 

Max was attending the special needs school Guiding Hands School Inc. located in El Dorado, which was supposed to be a safe place for its students, but sadly, it wasn’t. 

In one occasion, Max was restrained face against floor and kept in that position for more than an hour during which he became unresponsive.

The El Dorado District Attorney announced they were filing charges against three people involved in the incident, Cindy Keller, the school’s executive director, Staranne Meyers, the school’s principal, and Kimberly Wohlwend, a special education teacher.

They have been charged with involuntary manslaughter, and the school is facing charges of felony involuntary manslaughter.

“This charge is based on the November 28, 2018, prone restraint of a minor student by Kimberly Wohlwend that resulted in that student’s death. This case is being filed after a lengthy, multi-agency investigation into the facts and circumstances that led to the death of this student.“

After they noticed Max had stopped breathing, one of the teachers tried to revive him via CPR before he was transferred to UC Davis Medical Center where he died two days later. 

Speaking to Sacramento Bee, Max’s mom said, “I haven’t done much except just cry. He had a big personality. He was full of life, he was funny, he was all the things you want your kid to be. People get the wrong idea about autism and what it means. In reality, Max was 5 feet 3 inches tall and only had social delays.”

As the defendants are expected back in court on January 7, the attorney for Keller and Meyers, Linda Parisi said of her clients, “It is always a tragedy when there is a loss of life especially such a young life and a student. These two women have dedicated literally their entire lives to helping, educating, encouraging and working with special needs students.” 

We are so very sorry that such young life was lost in such a tragic way. Rest in peace Max, we hope the justice will be served. 

Principal’s speech is “interrupted” when teachers storm the stage to “Uptown Funk”

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Monica Pop
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Have you ever been part of a flash mob or witnessed one taking place in front of your eyes? If the answer to either of these questions is a yes, I have to say that I envy you. Why, you may wonder. Well, because flash mobs are not only fun and entertaining, but they take quite a lot of energy and effort to be organized.

This phenomenon first took place back in 2003, when writer and cultural critic Bill Wasic decided to do an experiment called the MOB Project. This project resulted in the streets of New York to be flooded with people who performed unique routines.

Some of the most famous flash mobs are the one taking place at Liverpool Street Station in 2009, when over 400 tourists and staff members showed off their dancing skills. This performance was so great that it was later used by T-Mobile for their advertising campaign. Another would be that of around 1,500 inmates of a Philippine prison. Their flash mob caught the attention of the whole world and even a movie was based on the event.

Well, to be honest, the flash mob in the video below is as cool. It happens during the “boring” speech of the principal of Whitmer High School at the 2017 Homecoming Pep Assembly. As he speaks, the teachers tell him to leave the stage and they start dancing to the surprise of the huge number of students. How cool is that?

As Bruno Mars’ “Uptown Funk” goes on, more and more people join in. Everyone in the crowd watches in awe and has a huge smile of their face.

People loved it so much after it was shared on YouTube that it gathered over 5.8 million views. Isn’t that something?

One person wrote, “This is the America I like.” On top of that, many spoke of how important teachers really are. “This is why we need to protect our public schools and teachers across America. They show up an go beyond both time wise and financially EVERY day. And, they truly do it because they care,” someone wrote, while another added, “Not only did the teachers do this because they love their students, they had to have rehearse for hours of THEIR OWN TIME. Way to go teachers and way to go students for appreciating them.”

Take a look at these awesome teachers’ dance in the video below and share it with your friends, you’ll make their day.

Heartbroken mother speaks of her pain at the funeral of her husband and three children who were killed by her brother

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Monica Pop
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Mitchell Lapa, an 48-year-old man from Oshawa, Canada, did the unthinkable when he left a family devastated and mourning after he killed his sister’s three children and her husband of 20 years.

The whole country was in shock to learn of the gruesome murder by the mentally unstable Mitchell, as he was described by an old friend who also said that he wasn’t surprised by what Mitchell did.

The killer’s sister Loretta Traynor was also injured during the shooting which took place in her home when Mitchell entered armed and opened fire all of a sudden. After taking the lives of his two nephews, Bradley, 20, and Joseph, 11, his niece Adelaide, 15, and his brother-in-law, Mitchell “died as a result of a self-inflicted gunshot wound,” as reported by Durham Regional Police.

According to a friend of the killer who spoke to Toronto Sun, Mitchell didn’t kill his sister but left her severely injured instead because he wanted her to remain alive and suffer. Loretta’s fourth child, son Sam, survived because he wasn’t home at the time of the attack.

Loretta, who is now in a wheelchair, spoke of her pain and her grief on the funeral of her family. During the service, this devastated mother and wife said that her loved ones “were taken too soon, too violently and without warning,” as reported by CBC.

The surviving members of the Traynor family–Loretta Traynor and her son Sam–have released a statement via Durham…

Posted by durhamregion.com on Thursday, 10 September 2020

“In no way, shape or form can I believe that good will come out of this tragedy. I can’t and I won’t accept it,” she added, as per CTV News. “They were the best of me. I have lost so many parts of me that make me a better person.”

With tears in her eyes, the heartbroken mother continued: “I am so proud to be Chris’ wife. I love him with everything that I have. I am so proud to be Bradley’s mom. He was one of the kindest spirits to ever walk the face of this earth. And I am so proud to be Adelaide’s mom. Her heart was pure as gold. And I am so proud to be Joey’s mom. He was innocent and happy and he had the biggest dreams of all of us.”

“My last words to each of them was that I loved them.”

What had happened brought Loretta to “dark places,” as she had to say goodbye to those she loved the most, to the people who made her life complete.

According to CBC, the reason for the killing was the family’s inheritance. Apparently, Mitchell and Loretta’s father left her most of the assets and cut off Mitchell from it for the most part.

Rest in peace!

10-year-old migrant left behind by the group asks agent for help and says he’s afraid for his life in a heartbreaking footage

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Monica Pop
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What has the world come to? We witness horrible things happening every single day; people suffering, losing their jobs, struggling to make ends meet. The footage below is just another example that we are doing something wrong. If not every single person is provided with conditions for a decent life, then things need to change, and they need to change asap.

A 10 year-old-boy, confused and frightened, approached an off duty Border Patrol agent asking for help. The poor boy was a migrant from Nicaragua, but was left behind by the group he was part of when he fell asleep.

ABC 7 reported that the legitimacy of the footage was confirmed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection and added that it was taken “on a rainy day in La Grulla, a small community near Rio Grande City just north of the Texas-Mexico border.”

As he got near the officer, the crying boy asked in Spanish: “Can you help me?”

The agent asked him what happened, to what the boy answered that the group dumped him and that he was afraid and concerned that someone might kidnap him.

A CBP spokesperson commented the heartbreaking incident and said: “Scenes like these are all too common, as smugglers continue to abandon children in desolate areas, with zero regard for their well-being.”

After the footage emerged, it was reported that the boy was fed and provided medical help. His family was contacted, and at the time, he is transferred to custody of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Refugee Resettlement, as per ABC 7.

The U.S government declared a crisis at the border in 2014 to address the issue with a huge number of unattended children, as well women, migrating through border checkpoints into the country, especially into Texas.

The royal brothers are reuniting for statue of late mother Princess Diana which will be unveiled on her birthday

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Monica Pop
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Ever since fuel was added to the fire regarding the relationship between Prince William and Prince Harry after the revelations brought up during The Sussexes’ interview, people from all over Britain, as well as the entire world, are eagerly waiting to see how things are going to be between the brothers.

Meghan and Harry said that there were conversations before Archie’s birth about how dark his skin might be. They didn’t want to reveal any names, but apparently, Harry told Oprah after the interview that it wasn’t Queen Elizabeth or Prince Charles. Asked for a comment during a formal visit, Prince William said the Royals were not a racist family.

What shocked many were Harry’s comments about his brother and his father. Explaining that he felt “trapped” in the Royal family but was unaware of that before he met Meghan, Harry said: “My father and my brother, they are trapped. They don’t get to leave, and I have huge compassion for that.”

The former royal added how he was disappointed in his father, Prince Charles, for not taking his calls. Apparently, Harry was also bothered because his family cut him off financially although he and Meghan stepped down from their royal duties and moved to The States.

However, despite the differences and the apparent distance between the brothers, it is their late mother who is smoothing things between them. The Sun reported how William and Harry will meet in order to approve the final design of their late mother’s statue which will be placed in the Sunken Garden, to the east of Kensington Palace, to mark what would be her 60th birthday.

The project started in 2017, and it will finally be ready this year. It is a work of sculptor Ian Rank-Broadley.

We honestly hope that William and Harry will find a way to set their differences aside and be close as they once were.

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