Obama slams Trump’s tariff plan with blunt eight-word comment

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President Donald Trump and his administration have made decisions that sparked controversy not only in political circles but also among the general public.

Among the rest, many of the executive orders Trump signed since returning to the White House have been challenged by certain organizations that claim they contradict the laws.

Most recently, on what he dubbed a “Liberation Day,” Trump unveiled a broad new tariff plan.

As reported by VT, the president’s new policy imposes a universal 10% tariff on all imports, featuring major hikes for 60 countries labeled as “worst offenders.”

In the speech he delivered from the White House Rose Garden, Trump proudly stated: “We’ve been waiting for a long time.

“April 2, 2025, will forever be remembered as the day American industry was reborn, the day America’s destiny was reclaimed, and the day that we began to ‘Make America Wealthy Again.'”

Further, he added: “For decades our country has been looted, pillaged, raped and plundered by nations, near and far, from both friend and foe alike.”

Among those who slammed Trump for the tariff plan was former President Barack Obama.

“I have deep differences of opinion with my most immediate successor — who’s now president once again,” Obama said at Hamilton College in Clinton, New York on Thursday.

“I don’t think what we just witnessed in terms of economic policy and tariffs is going to be good for America,” he added.

“When I watch some of what’s going on now, it does not — look, I don’t think what we just witnessed in terms of economic policy and tariffs is going to be good for America, but that’s a specific policy.

“I’m more deeply concerned with a federal government that threatens universities if they don’t give up students who are exercising their right to free speech,” the father-of-two continued.

“I am more troubled by the idea that a White House can say to law firms, ‘If you represent parties that we don’t like, we’re going to pull all our business or bar you from representing people effectively.’”

He wrapped his speech up with an eight-word remark that spoke volumes: “Imagine if I had done any of this?”

Trump believes that imposing tariffs would make Americans buy more domestic goods.

As expected, some of the countries affected announced tariffs on the U.S.

The tariffs will remain in effect until the president “determines the ‘threat posed by the trade deficit and underlying nonreciprocal treatment is satisfied, resolved, or mitigated,” the White House states.

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14 fish you should avoid putting on your plate

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Ever since we were little, our parents have always told us that fish is good for our health so we associate it with a healthy lifestyle. However, due to the human’s industrial activities, such as electricity generation from coal, smelting processes, and waste incineration, huge amounts of mercury end up in the waters.

Eventually, mercury accumulates in the fish we consume, posing a serious threat to our health.

A 2023 study by Environmental Working Group scientists suggests that “eating one freshwater fish equals a month of drinking ‘forever chemicals’ water.”

Forever chemicals, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), are man-made chemicals that remain in the soil and our bodies for a very long periods of time.

According to CBS, “The total PFAS level in the freshwater fish was 278 times higher than what has been found in commercially sold fish, the study said.”

The FDA, EPA, and EDF offer guidance on safe mercury levels and advise which fish you should avoid.

1. Tilapia

Tilapia is fish you should avoid putting on your plate because it contains very low levels of beneficial Omega-3 acids but has high levels of omega-6 fatty acids that lead to inflammations.

2. Atlantic Cod

Consuming this fish doesn’t have to do with your health, but it is advised to avoid consuming it because overfishing of it over the years has led to high risks of extinction.

3. Atlantic Flatfish (halibut, flounder, and sole)

Flatfish like halibut are on the “do not eat” list due to overfishing and pollution. A 2014 Oceana report found that U.S. fisheries discard around 2 billion pounds of bycatch yearly. The California gillnet fishery, a major source of U.S. halibut, was among the worst offenders.

4. Caviar

The high demand of caviar, despite its high price, places the beluga fish on the list of fish facing extinction.

5. Chilean Bass

Sea bass is fish high in mercury levels and needs to be avoided.

6. Eel

Eels are crucial for protecting water supplies and play important role in spreading mussel populations that serve as natural water filters but due to overfish their number is considerably lowered.

This places the eel on the list of fish to avoid consuming.

7. Imported Basa, Swai, Tra, Striped Catfish

A study published in the National Library of Medicine showed that a great number of these fish, around 80%, were contaminated by Vibrio Bacteria, commonly associate with eating undercooked seafood.

8. Imported Farmed Shrimp

Shrimp production is associated with using various pesticides forbidden in the United States (except for one). Also, these shrimps are often treated with antibiotics and handling them raw comes with the risk of attracting an antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

9. Imported King Crab

10. Orange Roughy

Orange Roughy’s slow reproduction and harmful fishing methods make it unsustainable, so try to avoid its consumption.

11. Shark

Although having shark meat sounds like a real delicacy, these predators’ meat is high in mercury.

12. Atlantic Bluefin Tuna

Being the main ingredient of sushi, a well-known delicacy loved by millions, the population of this fish has dropped significantly.

13. Swordfish

Due to the extremely high levels of mercury it contains, women and children are advised to avoid this fish altogether, according to the Environmental Defense Fund. Men are recommended to consume it not more than once per month.

14. King Mackerel

Just like a number of other fish on this list, King Mackerel contains high levels of mercury.

If you love fish and want it implemented in your diet, some species you may consider are wild-caught Alaskan salmon, Pacific Sardines, Atlantic mackerel, Albacore tuna caught in the US or Canada, Alaska Cod, Arctic Char, and Rainbow Trout, among the rest.

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Father of teen accused in track meet killing speaks out

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What started as an argument over a spot between two students ended in a tragedy when one of them was stubbed to death.

17-year-old Austin Metcalf died in the arms of his twin brother after peer Karmelo Anthony stabbed him on April 2 at an event at Kuykendall Stadium in Frisco, Texas.

Following the tragedy, Anthony was arrested and charged with first-degree murder.

Now, his father has spoken out of the tragedy and of his son, claiming despite what he did, he is “a good kid.”

“Everyone has already made their assumptions about my son, but he’s not what they’re making him out to be,” Anthony’s father, Andrew, told the New York Post. “He’s a good kid. He works two jobs. He’s an A student, has a 3.7 GPA,” the father of the teen accused of killing Metcalf added.

The father of teen Karmelo Anthony, accused of killing Austin Metcalf claims his son wasn't the agressor — 17-year-old Karmelo Anthony, accused of stabbing another teen to death/ Frisco Police Department

The dad also claimed that it wasn’t his son Karmelo Anthony who started the fight.

“He was not the aggressor. He was not the one who started it.

“I feel bad for the other parents and family, and words can’t explain how both [families] have been affected by this tragedy,” the father added.

Austin Metcalf’s devastated twin brother, Hunter, said he didn’t witness the act of stabbing, but he was the one who tried to stop his brother’s bleeding. Hunter described the entire tragedy as “senseless.”

“I don’t know why a person would do that to someone, just over that little argument,” he told ABC News.

“I tried to help him,” Hunter said of his brother.

17-year-old Austin Metcalf who was stabbed to death/ Family Handout

Late Metcalf was a student at Frisco Memorial High School described as a “great kid,” by his mother.

“So smart. He had college football guys looking at him to play in college. His goal was to play in college,” she said of her son.

The Frisco Independent School District commented on the tragedy, describing it as an “unprecedented situation.”

They also shared their condolences.

“Frisco ISD shares in the grief of everyone impacted by this heartbreaking loss, and we extend our deepest sympathies to the victim’s family, students, staff, and our community during this difficult time,” the district said.

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Australian mother’s remarkable journey: 12-hour labor

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Motherhood is a profound experience, one that changes a woman forever. It touches every aspect of her life and shapes her personal growth, her relationships, and even her outlook on life.

Nina Tassel’s journey into motherhood is a remarkable one.

This Australian woman fell pregnant at the age of 37.

From the beginning, everything seemed perfect with her pregnancy and she enjoyed every moment of it. However, her belly seemed to grow bigger than that of an average pregnant woman and many people stared at her on the street believing she was carrying multiple babies.

The big belly didn’t raise any red flags since all of the ultrasounds showed there was nothing wrong with her baby.

When Nina went into labor, there was no time to get to the hospital on time so medics came to her home to help her deliver her son.

The delivery wasn’t an easy one. In fact, it lasted 12 long hours during which Nina lost consciousness a couple of times. She endured pain and even cried.

And then, finally, her baby boy was welcomed into the world, stunning everyone.

The reason why this woman’s pregnancy has been exceptional is because she had given birth to a big baby boy that weighted 6 kilograms and was 61 centimeters long.

For a comparison, an average baby is around 51 centimeters.

Australian mom had given birth to a big baby boy that weighted 6 kilograms and was 61 centimeters long.

Doctors believe that one of the reasons why her son was born that big was her gestational diabetes diagnosis, a condition linked to excessive fetal growth.

Luckily, the baby was born healthy.

This story is just a reminder of the strength of mothers and what they are able to endure for their little ones.

Nina is happy she can finally hold her baby in her arms.

As expected, the story of her son made headlines, with many congratulating her on her courage and the new addition to the family.

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Plus-size influencer says airlines should accommodate people like her

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Are airline companies doing enough to accommodate curvier passengers and ensure their comfort during flights? According to plus-size influencer Emily Jones, the answer to this question is a resounding “no.”

Jones, who frequently travels between Malta, the UK, and Finland, believes the travel industry, as well as the hotels from around the world, should impose changes that would better suit the needs of oversize travelers.

This influencer shares her journeys on her Instagram account, @miss__jones, encouraging plus-size people to get out of their comfort zone and explore the world.

“I want to promote easy travel for people of all sizes and shapes – and make them feel they deserve to see the world just like other people,” she says.

One of the changes she believes airplanes should do in order to better serve larger individuals by creating a a safe and welcoming space for them, is to make extend the length of seatbelts.

“Seeing this being destigmatized, so people can travel comfortably and without the added anxiety, would be a dream come true,” she posted on the social media.

Jones also advocates for more spacious seating options, or at least additional cushioning and adjustable armrests.

When it comes to accommodation, Jones wants hotels to provide large towels and bathrobes in order to create a welcoming feeling to plus-size guests.

As she’s sharing her journeys with her followers, Jones says that the situation regarding larger individuals is indeed changing for the better as more and more hotels offer conditions that make these individuals feel included.

Based on her own personal experience, one of the best places that offer warm and welcoming environment for plus-size tourists are the Seychelles in Africa.

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Kamala Harris shares a candid message for Trump supporters as she breaks her silence after months

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Kamala Harris has broken her months-long silence, and according to many, she said exactly what most of us are thinking.

Harris, who lost the presidential elections to Donald Trump, spoke of the feeling of fear sweeping across the United States under the current president’s renewed leadership.

In a speech at Leading Women Defined Summit in California on April 3, Harris indirectly touched the subject of the tariffs Trump imposed on nations worldwide as well as his many actions and the signings of executive orders, most of which contradict with the law. In fact, her words referred to the situation that he created with his actions.

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“When one person, when a few stand with the courage, that is the courage exhibited by the leaders in this room every day.

“To have the courage to say I feel fear, the courage to say what is happening is wrong, the courage to say that there is a way that we must chart to get through this.

“Understanding our power in the democracy that we still have if we hold on to it.

“Courage is contagious.”

She went on to say, “These are the things we’re witnessing day after day in recent months. And yes — it creates fear. Because many of the things we’re seeing… we knew were coming. I’m not here to say, ‘I told you so.’”

Kamala Harris added that people, as well as organizations, are staying quiet, and that “we are seeing capitulating to clearly unconstitutional threats.”

Representative Jamie Raskin backed up Harris’ opinion during an interview with Jen Psaki on MSNBC. Just like the former vice-president, Raskin believes the Democrats have been wrongly accused of not being vocal enough.

“People kept asking, ‘Where’s the Democratic leadership?’” Raskin said. “But the reality is, it takes time to absorb the full impact of what’s happening. We’re dealing with an all-out attempt at authoritarian control, the purging of federal workers — attacks on every front.”

He added that the Democrats are standing their ground. “Now, everyone is in a fighting mood.”

Following her loss of the elections, Harris has kept a low profile, but she’s now again stepping into the spotlight.

According to The Grio, she’s considering running for California governor in 2026.

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6 types of foods that negatively affect your thyroid

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The thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland in the neck that is located in front of the trachea. It serves the function of releasing hormones that control the metabolic system, or the process of how the body transforms the food we consume into energy. It also releases hormones affecting the heart rate, the body temperature, brain development, mental activity, fertility, and more.

When the thyroid doesn’t function properly, it affects the entire body.

Most common conditions that can affect the thyroid are:

Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid).
Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid).
Goiter (enlarged thyroid).
Thyroid cancer.

Although the diseases related to the thyroid are often not preventable because they are related to genetics or autoimmune diseases, one can still prevent thyroid problems related to iodine excess or deficiency.

In general, there are certain foods that can negatively affect the work of the thyroid.

1. Soy and Soy-Based Products

Soy and soybean products negatively affect the work of the thyroid — Pexels

There have been plenty of discussions regarding the negative effects of isoflavones – a compound found in soy products – on the work of this gland. In fact, isoflavones affect the body’s ability to absorb iodine and thyroid medications.

2. Raw Cruciferous Vegetables

Just like the soy products, a compound found in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli and kale – goitrogens – can reduce iodine absorption.

3. Gluten

Those suffering from autoimmune diseases, including Hashimoto’s – a form of autoimmune thyroiditis that causes hypothyroidism – should avoid gluten because it triggers inflammation and immune system flare-ups.

4. Refined Sugar

Refined sugar should be avoided by everyone. Among the rest, its consumption causes inflammation, increases insulin resistance, and can worsen symptoms of hypothyroidism such as weight gain, mood swings, and brain fog.

5. Processed and High-Sodium Foods

Processes foods are high in sodium, something people who suffer from hypothyroidism should avoid.

Hypothyroidism increases a person’s risk for high blood pressure and sodium consumption only further increases the risk.

6. Coffee (especially having it right after taking medications)

Who doesn’t enjoy a cup of fresh coffee? I guess most people love it, but those who take medications for thyroid conditions should avoid having coffee a few hours after taking medications because it reduces the medications’ absorption for 60%. It also diminishes the effects of the medications and slows down the process of recovery.

On the other hand, foods that are believed to help maintain a healthy thyroid are fatty fish rich in Omega-3 such as salmon and sardines, eggs, nuts and seeds, seaweed, and fruits rich in antioxidants such as berries, apples, and kiwi.

*Disclaimer: This information is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or healthcare provider with any questions about your health or medications. Do not disregard professional advice based on this information.

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Incredible moment brave 13-year-old saves bus full of students after driver passes out

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Not all heroes wear capes. Sometimes, they come in the form of a 13-year-old whose quick thinking saved the lives of students on a school bus after the driver lost consciousness.

The day started as any other for teenager Dillon Reeves from Michigan, but it soon turned into an ordeal.

Namely, while at the school bus, Dillon noticed the vehicle “swerving” and got worried. Trying to make sure everything was fine, he checked on the driver and realized her head had dropped and her eyes were closed. What’s most, her foot wasn’t on the pedals and she wasn’t holding the steering wheel.

“It just didn’t seem right,” Dillon said.

Becoming aware of the danger and the possibility of the bus going over a curb, he took matters into his own hands. Bravely, he grabbed the steering wheel and prevented it from hitting into a car by turning it around.

Dillon managed to press the breaks of school bus No. 46, bringing it to a stop. Inside the bus, there were 60 students whom he brought to safety.

Once the bus was not moving, he instructed his friends to call 911.

Luckily, no one was injured, and the footage of the bus showed the students screaming in panic and fearing for their safety and their lives.

Paramedics took the bus driver to the hospital, and she later went home. They reported she was doing well

After the incident, the driver reached out to Dillon’s stepmother, Ireta Reeves, thanking Dillon for his bravery.

“I’m so thankful Dillon was on the bus that day,” she began.

“His swift actions saved lives and property and he deserves all the attention for his bravery. He was asking a few months back about being a bus driver, how old did you have to be and if it was hard,” the message continued.

“He thought he might want to be a bus driver one day. It’s a great job. I love it. But I hope Dillon can see his potential to be so much more.”

Dillon’s dad said he was extremely proud of his son.

“This is overwhelming for all of us […] He is very attentive to his surroundings.”

The entire community dubbed him a real life hero, but Dillon says he didn’t think he did much, all he did was stop the school bus.

What a humble young man.

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Toddler found unresponsive after consuming popular drink

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Four-year-old Marnie Moore from Lancashire had a popular drink that left her “floppy and unconscious,” leading her distressed mother to issue warning to other parents of young children.

The girl was at a children’s party when her mom, Kim Moore, bough her two daughters one-liter refillable cups of slushy drinks. Marnie was playing and was occasionally taking a sip from the drink.

However, after a while, she started showing signs of agitation. The girl became extremely sleepy, which made her mom believe she was just tired. But it didn’t take long before Kim understood something serious was going on.

Four-year-old Marnie Moore was left unconscious after she and her sister were having slushy drinks. — Kennedy News and Media

“It was only five minutes later when I tried to wake her up that I realised she wasn’t waking up and was actually unconscious. She’d gone really pale,” Kim explained.

“She wasn’t rousing at all and I think it was mum’s instinct that I knew something wasn’t right. She was floppy and completely unconscious.

“I was shaking her trying to wake her up and there was nothing.”

Marnie was transferred to the local hospital where she remained unconscious for about 25 minutes while doctors tried to raise her blood sugar levels.

She stayed at the hospital for three days before being discharged.

Kim explained that she suspected the slushy drink could be the cause of her daughter’s condition because it was the only thing she consumed that day that was out of the ordinary.

She said her daughter suffered glycerol toxicity, from the glycerol used in the slushy drinks instead of sugar to keep the drink’s “slush” effect.

“In hospital, she screamed out in agony saying her head hurt and threw up everywhere,” Kim recalled. “Looking back, she had every single symptom of glycerol toxicity. We got transferred to another hospital and they had no idea what had caused it. We started looking into the slushy because that was the only thing differently she’d had that day.”

Marnie’s case isn’t the only one of a child suffering glycerol toxicity because of a slushy drink.

In fact, experts have been warning of the dangers of this drink for quite some time, urging parents not to give it to children younger than 8.

Last year, 4-year-old Albie Green collapsed and faced a near-death experience shortly after consuming an iced slushy drink.

“I personally wouldn’t allow my child to drink one at all. It’s not a risk I’m willing to take,” Kim said. “I don’t think they should be sold to kids 12 and under in all honesty. I wouldn’t wish what we went through on our worst enemy. It was awful.”

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Melania Trump’s absence ‘getting worse everyday’

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During the inauguration of President Donald Trump, his wife, Melania Trump was by his side, but ever since, it isn’t clear if she’s spending any time in the White House.

The truth is that the First Lady has opened up about her stay in Washington D.C. following her husband’s win and told Fox News, “I will be in the White House. And you know when I need to be in New York, I will be in New York. When I need to be in Palm Beach, I will be in Palm Beach. But my first priority is, you know, to be a mom, to be a first lady, to be a wife. And once we are in on January 20, you serve the country.”

That her son Barron is her top priority isn’t something the public isn’t familiar with.

While Trump attended the Super Bowl and was the first ever sitting president to attend the game, Melania wasn’t by his side.

She, however, was seen accompanying her husband to Los Angeles last month, where she was seen comforting victims of the wildfires. A video clip of her posted on social media, in which she was heard speaking Slovenian to a woman, received widespread praise.

“Seeing Melania so much more involved this time around is amazing,” one user wrote, per the Irish Star. Another added: “When we speak to people in their native tongue they feel heard, they feel listened to, they feel the love! What an incredible First Lady.”

A third stated: “First Lady Melania Trump speaks her native language to comfort those devastated by the wildfires. Even in a ballcap Melania shows her beauty and grace.”

Melania Trump has been absent from the White House during Trump’s meetings with prime ministers and other influential political figures, and now a source claims that she’s busy filming her Amazon documentary, as per People Magazine.

The source said her absence from the spotlight shouldn’t come as a surprise, because “this is how she lives,” adding that she “will never be a traditional first lady” and has “her own ideas on what she wants to do.”

Melania has only been to the White House recently because the shooting she’s busy with required so.

“Melania has been busy shooting her documentary and that has taken place in several locations, including the White House,” a Miami political source told People.

The idea behind a documentary on her life came after her memoir titled Melania proved to be a huge success.

Speaking to Fox, the first lady said, “So I had an idea to make a movie, to make a film about my life. My life is incredible. It’s incredibly busy and I told my agent I have this idea so please go out and make a deal for me. We started the production in November and we are shooting right now. So it’s a day-to-day life. What I’m doing, what kind of responsibilities I have, people they don’t really know and they will see it.”

As per the CNN, Melania attended the Governors Ball. However, she hasn’t undertaken any official First Lady duties.

“[Donald and Melania Trump] both live at Mar-a-Lago and have quarters in the White House,” the source said. “But she leads her own life and joins him when appropriate in either place,” adding that when she is in Palm Beach, she “keeps to herself” but does accompany Donald to dinner “on occasion.”

According to author Michael Wolff, who’s been critical of the president, Trump’s campaign staff “didn’t even know where Melania lived.”

“She doesn’t live with him. They spend very little time together. Whenever she’s at the White House or at Mar-a-Lago, it’s like she’s a guest. She basically lives in Trump Tower now,” he said on the Daily Beast’s podcast.

He concluded that at the Republican National Convention, Melania “would not sit next to him … Her one appearance on the last day was contingent on him not being in the VIP box.”

The president isn’t happy with authors and magazines writing of his relationship with his wife, threatening to sue those citing anonymous sources.

While Donald and Melania didn’t comment on Wolff’s accusations, Steven Cheung, the White House communications director, was clear about his opinion of the author.

“Michael Wolff is a lying sack of s*** and has been proven to be a fraud. He routinely fabricates stories originating from his sick and warped imagination, only possible because he has a severe and debilitating case of Trump Derangement Syndrome that has rotted his peanut-sized brain,” Cheung told Newsweek.

While many wonder where she is, Melania did make a public appearance on April 1 at the Women of Courage Award Ceremony.

She was welcomed with a loud applause, wearing a leopard-print dress.

Melania delivered a remark at the ceremony, saying: “Love has inspired me to embrace forgiveness, nurture empathy, and exhibit bravery in the face of unforeseen obstacles.

“Today, we celebrate courage — a strength that is based in love,”

The First Lady added: “We are honored to join an exceptional assembly of brave women who have shown their love and refuse to let fear or hardship define them. Their collective achievements and dedication move us all.”

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Doctors identify the blood type most at risk for developing stomach cancer

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The exact reasons that lead to stomach cancer are not known, but researchers argue there are factors that increase the risks of developing it.

These factors include being older, being overweight, struggling with infections that are left untreated, and smoking, among the rest.

According to Cancer Research UK, “Infection with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) causes around 40 out of 100 (around 40%) stomach cancers in the UK.”

It is a bacteria that lives in the mucous which lines the stomach and spreads though contaminated food and water. For some people, this bacteria will not cause any issues, but for others it can cause inflammation and stomach ulcers, risk factors of developing stomach cancer.

According to NHS, the early symptoms of stomach cancer are mild and hard to spot, usually because they are also related to other conditions. They include persistent indigestion and heartburn, rapped wind and frequent burping, feeling very full or bloated after meals, and persistent stomach pain.

Symptoms during more advance stages of stomach cancer may include blood in the stool, loss of appetite, and weigh loss.

However, when it comes to stomach cancer, research believe that certain blood types are more prone to this awful disease than others.

Findings of a recent research, those with the blood type A, B or AB could be dramatically more likely to develop some types of deadly cancer, Daily Mail reports.

The study conducted on 50,000 Iranians showed that those with type A, B or AB blood — around half the UK population — have a 55 per cent higher risk of developing stomach cancer, compared to those with the O type.

Other research suggests that those with the AB blood type had a 45 per cent higher chance of developing liver cancer. The same research found that people with O and AB blood types have a lower risk of pancreatic cancer. In the UK, O positive is the most common blood type, while AB negative is the rarest, making up only 1% of the population.

How and why the blood type is related to the risks of developing certain types of cancer is something researchers are yet to determine.

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High school track athlete, 17, tragically stabbed to death

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Austin Metcalf, 17, was tragically stabbed to death at a champions meet on April 2. Reportedly, he died in his twin’s brother’a arms.

Austin, who was a junior athlete at Frisco ISD’s Memorial High School in Texas, got into an argument with another student, allegedly over a seat, at the David Kuykendall Stadium, before the student stabbed Austin in the chest.

According to Austin’s father, his other son, Hunter, Austin’s twin brother, witnessed the incident and tried to help his brother, but nothing could be done.

Austin was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Austin Metcalf. 17, died on Wednesday after being stabbed to death (Go Fund Me) — GoFundMe

“They were twins, identical twins. And his brother was holding on to him, trying to make it stop bleeding, and he died in his brother’s arms,” the devastated father, Jeff Metcalf, told NBC Dallas-Fort Worth.

“I could see all the blood, and I saw where the wound was, and I was very concerned, so I had to find his brother, and we rushed to the hospital. And we prayed, and it’s God’s plan, I don’t understand it, but they weren’t able to save him.

“This is murder.”

Austin’s mother, Meghan Metcalf, recalled the tragic moment she received a call about her son being stabbed to death.

“[Hunter] was there when he was stabbed and he was holding the wound – he was trying to save his brother,” she told news outlet WFAA.

“I think he said he saw when he took his last breath before the CPR came back in. From what I heard, [Austin] was unresponsive for five minutes, they were able to revive him a little, but. It was too little, too late.”

Heartbroken Hunter added: “He didn’t deserve it. I know people that lose their family members all the time, but I just didn’t know it would be mine so soon. My best friend, my brother, my whole life.”

According to the family, Austin had never met the kid who stabbed him before.

The suspect was arrested and charged with first-degree murder.

We are so very sorry for this devastating loss.

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The forgotten birthday: He turned 89, but no one called

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His 89th birthday rolled around. This day of the year, once filled with laughter, cakes, and chatter of loved ones was now just a distant memory of the life he once had.

The ravioli, still steaming, stood in front of him, but he couldn’t even take a bite. He remembered some happier times and couldn’t understand why the calls from his children and grandchildren became so rare, almost nonexistent. They did call and visited at the beginning, but now, they were all busy with their own lives and no one seemed to remember their old, fragile father.

“When they brought me here, they said it was for my own good,” he once told the nurse at the nursing home. “But I feel like I was left behind.”

This old man wasn’t mad. He chose not to hold grudges – he simply felt sad that no one remembered him anymore, not even on his 89th birthday.

He knew all to well that his family was busy working. They all had hectic schedules, but still, he didn’t ask for much, a single phone call would be enough.

He was sitting all by himself, with the clatter of utensils against plates.

The truth is that this man’s story is just one thread in a vast tapestry of forgotten lives.

The loneliness of the elderly is a subject we sometimes tend to avoid because it makes us feel uncomfortable, forgetting that these people were once everything we had – the only people we could rely on, look upon, and trust.

And now, they are surrounded by strangers, and that’s not what makes everything sad. The sad thing is that we don’t call them as often as we should and we don’t visit them as much as they expect.

It’s true that love moves fast, but we should never forget that our time with our parents and grandparents is running out.

One day, they’ll no longer be around, and we’ll miss them unconditionally. When that day comes, we’ll understand that we could do more, but it would be too late.

Today, take a moment to make that call!

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Woman on global intimacy quest names the worst nationality in bed

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Monica Pop

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Canadian Coco Bae isn’t just an influencer; she’s also known for her goal of sleeping with a man from every country in the world. Quite the guest!

So far, the 37-year-old has slept with men from 46 countries. But she still has a long way to go to reach her goal.

Along the way, she’s collecting “flags,” with each one representing a man. “My rules are to count the on his passport, not where the dude happens to be living at the time of our encounter,” she revealed.

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The content creator, who has over 40,000 followers on the social media, revealed on the Kyle and Jackie O Show, “I’ve had men from America, Canada, the UK, Israel, Australia, Haiti, El Salvador, Holland, Norway, Greece, France, Belgium, Germany, Denmark, Ireland, Belize, Djibouti, Nicaragua, Italy, Guatemala, Switzerland, and Argentina.”

She has also added Honduras, Costa Rica, Thailand, Russia, Colombia, Albania, Brazil, and many more on her impressive list.

When sharing which men are best in bed, she didn’t hesitate to choose Brazilians. “They were just up for having fun, whichever way it happens,” she said, adding that the Brits have also been rather impressive.

And as for those who aren’t so great in bed? Well, according to Coco Bae it’s the Germans. In fact, the Only Fans star called them the worst lovers on the planet. “My first guy from Germany was really, really boring,” she revealed.

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Coco Bae, who moved from Canada to Australia in 2018, said that Aussie men need to ”step it up” and work on their hygiene a bit more.

What is also very fascinating about this woman is that, before she became an influencer and joined the adult industry, she was active in politics in her native country.

After the original candidate dropped out, she briefly ran as a candidate for a local political party.

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”I wasn’t even prepared. I was thrown into the campaign, I was working on the phones and all of a sudden my boss arrived in a panic, saying that he desperately needed someone to put on the ballot,” she told Daily Star.

Also, she worked as a waitress and a dancer before she became a star on Only Fans.

According to her, not having to stick to a nine to five job is something she truly loves.

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Broken farewells and haunting returns

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Kelly White

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I was at a point in my life when everything felt perfect. I had a perfect wife and a son. Sometimes, I even thought it was too good to be true—and it turned out I was right.

As I was getting ready to head to Seattle for a business meeting, hoping to seal an important deal, I planted a kiss on my wife’s cheek. She was still sleeping, and I didn’t want to wake her up.

The anxiety grew bigger, and thankfully, everything went as smooth as planned. And then, my phone buzzed. It was my wife’s father.

“Abraham…” he said in a quiet voice. “Stacey has been involved in a car accident this morning. I’m sorry, she’s gone.”

“How do you mean she’s gone!?” I asked, refusing to accept his words.

“I’m sorry,” he said once again before he hung up the phone.

My wife was gone. She was the love of my life, the mother of my child, my soulmate, and now she was gone… just like that my life shattered into a million pieces.

When I returned home, the funeral was done. Stacey’s parents believed it was for the best if I hadn’t seen her for one last time. “We wanted to protect you, Abraham,” her mom said.

All I was told was that Stacey got killed by a drunk driver. That was my closure. I didn’t even get to say the final goodbye. Her parents took that from me and from my son.

Luke kept asking about his mother, and I couldn’t gather the courage to tell him the truth.

“When is mom coming back?” he asked over and over again.

“Your mom is in heaven now,” I said through tears. “She’ll be watching over us.”

But it wasn’t enough for a child his age. He was too young to understand that his mother wasn’t coming back… ever.

A couple of months passed by and I saw Luke struggle. He missed his mom unconditionally. His little heart shattered into a million pieces with each passing day.

“Hey, champ,” I told him one day, “Let’s take a short vacation. Just the two of us.”

Luke got excited and we went on vacation the following day. I though the beach and the sun would help him feel a bit better.

We spent the days swimming and building sandcastles, but when the nights came, grief settled in our hearts over and over again.

One day, as I was sitting on a bench, contemplating life, I heard Luke yelling, “Dad, look, it’s mom.”

I looked at the direction where his little finger pointed and saw a woman resembling Stacey. She wasn’t near, so I couldn’t see her clearly, but she did look exactly like her. The same hair, the same posture, the same laugh. However, before I could reach to her, she grabbed a man’s hand and disappeared.

I felt like my mind was playing tricks on me. Of course it couldn’t be my wife. She was dead, or at least I though so.

Determined to learn what was going on, I spent the following day wandering around the resort. And then, at one moment, I saw her. She was standing right in front of me.

But before I could say anything, she looked me straight into my eyes and said, “Abraham, it’s complicated…”

I almost fainted. Not only my “dead” wife was there, but she was having a huge belly.

“Abraham, I can explain,” she said.

It turned out Stacey was having an affair and fell pregnant so she faked her own death with the help of her parents.

“I thought it was for the best,” she said, “but I miss Luke so much.”

At that moment, all the love I had for my wife turned into hatred. One thing was certain, after everything she had done, after the pain she had caused, I wouldn’t let her see our son ever again, and I made sure she knew that.

I returned to the hotel and packed out things. Once home, I contacted my lawyer, explaining everything to him.

I got a full custody of Luke and blocked Stacy’s number. I refused to have any contact with her, and as of her deceit, it was reported to the authorities.

Eventually, I was able to move on, but I could never understand how a mother can cause so much pain to her child.

Luke is now older and aware of his mom’s choices.

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Military haircut got my son in trouble – now I’m facing a bigger battle

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Monica Pop

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When I picked up Levi from school, he was unusually quiet. I knew right away something wasn’t right, but Levi refused to tell me. On the way home, he didn’t utter a single word, and the moment we got home, he said, “Mom, my teacher said my haircut is ‘aggressive’ and intimidates the rest of the children.”

“What!?” I asked, confused by his words. My son has this short, military hairstyle, just like my brother’s, who serves in the military.

I couldn’t really understand why a neat haircut would cause trouble for an 8-year-old boy.

Levi then handed me a note that read the school was trying to “maintain a positive learning environment” and my son’s hair was allegedly standing on the way of achieving this.

I couldn’t believe what I was reading. They even mentioned a “corrective action,” and I had no idea if that meant detention or suspension.

Levi was extremely worried. He believed he did something wrong, when in fact, he didn’t, and I was determined to protect him no matter what it took.

Honestly, I thought it was just a misunderstanding – surely a clean-cut style couldn’t be against the rules, but when I met with the school’s administration, I was assured my son broke the dress code.

My frustration grew when I learned there were other students at the school with the same haircut who didn’t get a note about any violations of the school rules.

I decided to push back. I wouldn’t let my son feel guilty for a clean haircut.

Upon insisting, I met with the school’s vice-principal. When I mentioned that other students at the school weren’t punished for the same hairstyle, she said she believed it was Levi’s teacher that had something personal against it.

Later, I found out that Ms. Reeves, Levi’s teacher, lost her father due to severe PTSD he suffered from after serving in the military. The vice-principal promised to talk to her and make things right.

A day later, I got a call from the school. Mrs. Reeves wanted to talk to me.

When I saw her, she looked remorseful and apologized for the disciplinary note, saying she wasn’t aware she overreacted. She then shared her father’s story with me, explaining she hasn’t fully processed some things about his passing and everything related to the military, including my son’s haircut, reminded her of her dad.

This experience taught me that as a parent, I should always stand for my child. But it also taught me that there should always be room for compassion. We never really know what others are going through and why they act the way they do.

Sometimes, the best way to defuse a conflict and a misunderstanding is with kindness and willingness to listen.

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Cher breaks silence on ex-boyfriend Val Kilmer’s death at 65

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The passing of Val Kilmer has been met with an outpouring of tributes from fans and fellow actors who remember his talent and the iconic roles he had given to the world of film.

According to his daughter, Mercedes, the Batman star died of pneumonia. Kilmer battled cancer in the past and had undergone extensive treatments that damaged his vocal cords thus affected both his life and his career.

Among those who honored Kilmer is his Batman co-star Jim Carrey. “I’m remembering Val Kilmer today with great admiration for him as a man and as a generational talent who left us an enviable legacy of indelible acting performances,” Carrey, 63, said in a statement to The Post on Wednesday. “His greatest artistic achievements were rivaled only by the grace and courage with which he endured his life’s most challenging moments,” Carrey added. “Wishing his family so much love.”

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Singer Cher, who used to date Val Kilmer during the 80’s, also paid her tributes.

Cher and Val Kilmer were an unlikely couple. She was 14 years his senior and already an accomplished singer, while Kilmer was just starting his career but was considered a Hollywood heartthrob.

Recalling their romance, Cher told People in 2021, “Was he 22? What was I? I don’t know. 30-something. It was a bigger deal back then. The truth was if I hadn’t gone out with younger men, I would have never had a date. Younger men weren’t intimidated by older women. But older men in my age category, they weren’t having it.”

She added: “He’s like nobody I’ve ever known. He is exasperating and hysterical. Thrilling and funny and doesn’t do what anyone else does.”

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The pair even had nicknames for each other. “We called ourselves Sid and Ethel. Val didn’t want to yell ‘Cher,’ and I didn’t want to yell ‘Val.’ We also called ourselves Valus Maximus and Cherus Reprimandus. Of course he was Maximus,” the singer added.

Even after their romance ended, the two remained close friends.

Following his sudden passing, Cher took to the social media to share her emotions over the devastating loss.

Excited for the Top Gun 2 Maverick premiere today! Check out Cher and I at the original top gun premiere in NYC over thirty five years ago.
My how time flies!#PrepareForTakeOff #TOPGUNMAVERICK @TomCruise @ParamountPics pic.twitter.com/d5WPijqo6n
— Val Kilmer (@valkilmer) May 5, 2022

“VALUS. Will miss u, U Were Funny, crazy, pain in the ass, GREAT FRIEND, kids [heart] U, BRILLIANT as Mark Twain, BRAVE here during ur sickness,” she posted.

Fans were quick to comment under her post.

“It’s really sad. I know how special he was to you and the bond you shared,” one person wrote. “I’m so sorry for your loss! May his brilliant soul rest in peace,” another added.

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Strategist who predicted Trump’s fall claims it has now occurred

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Monica Pop

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Veteran Democratic strategist James Carville predicted back in February that Trump‘s administration will collapse, and he’s now claiming it has already started happening – soon that he expected.

The 80-year-old said on The Dan Abrams Show, “It’s collapsing right now. We’re in the midst of a collapse.

“What I have said very publicly is that Democrats need to play possum. This whole thing is collapsing,” he added.

Carville managed Bill Clinton’s first campaign, helping the Democrats “overtake” the White House after the 12-year rule by the Republicans.

Veteran Democratic strategist James Carville predicted back in February that Trump's administration will collapse — Jason Kempin/Getty Images for Politicon

According to him, the fall of Trump’s administration will be a result of the plethora of executive orders the president signed, some of which contradict the laws, and the declining approval ratings caused by the firing of thousands of government officials.

A month after his predictions, Carville spoke to CNN in the wake of the scandal with the leaked info on the military attack on Yemen when top officials invited editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, Jeffrey Goldberg, into the conversation by mistake, saying he was ‘wrong’ about his earlier prediction.

As expected, inviting a journalist to join in the conversation by mistake raised plenty of questions regarding national security protocols and the use of unsecured channels for sensitive information, with the Senate Armed Services Committee calling for an independent investigation.

“It’s before April Fool’s Day – which the Trump administration should make a national holiday because it so accurately represents who they are,” Carville said.

He continued: “We look at what’s happening in the markets, we look at what’s happening on Signal-gate, we look what’s happening all the way around us […] I think the thing is collapsed.”

The strategist added: “Let’s take the middle ground here and say ‘it’s collapsing’ – I’ll meet you half way, but that’s about all I can do.”

Speaking to Fox News he said that Democrats do not need to be “aggressive” against the Trump administration because the “collapse is already underway.”

Strategist James Carville added: “Poll numbers are declining. The collapse is already underway. Let’s see when [they] put the Medicaid budget when [they] put the tax, the $4.5 billion, trillion dollars of tax cuts to wealthy people. Just let the ball come to you. We don’t need to be aggressive now.”

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Last photos of Richard Chamberlain before he died

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Monica Pop

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Richard Chamberlain, the beloved ‘Dr. Kildare,’ passed away aged 90 and now the final days of his life are coming to light.

When he first appeared on screen, he was dubbed, “The slim, butter-haired hunk with the near-perfect Ivy-League charm and smooth, intelligent demeanor, had the distaff fans fawning unwavering over him.”

Ever since he was very young, Richard imagined himself playing on stage and on screen. “We used to go to double-bills on a dime and I thought, ‘Whoa, that’s a good place to be—up on the screen,’” he recalled speaking to Palm Spring Life. “I was always fascinated with the idea of being an actor. The problem was I was always a little withdrawn, shy, and not very sure of myself. But the people up on screen seemed so confident.”

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After landing the role of Dr. Kildare, Richard Chamberlain became one of the most beloved actors with millions of fans.

Dr. Kildare brought him not only fame, but also a Golden Globe Award for Best TV Star in 1963.

The series followed the life of Dr. Kildare and his relationship with his mentor Dr. Leonard Gillespie, played by Raymond Massey, at the fictional “Blair General Hospital.”

The reason why people loved the series so much, according to the star himself, was that the doctor was portrayed as caring and someone who was always there for his patients.

In 2003, at the age of almost 70, Richard finally confessed what he tried hiding most of his life, that he was a homosexual. He made the confession through his book, Shattered Love. Some of his closest colleagues said they knew deep down that Richard loved men.

Richard Chamberlain, Neil Patrick Harris and Martin Rabbett pose backstage at “Hedwig and The Angry Inch” on Broadway at The Belasco Theater on May 27, 2014 in New York City — Bruce Glikas/FilmMagic

Speaking to the New York Times, the actor who was ranked at No. 7 in TV Guide’s list of “TV’s 25 Greatest Teen Idols” said, “When you grow up in the ’30s, ’40s and ’50s being gay, it not only ain’t easy, it’s just impossible. You cannot do it, that being gay was the worst thing you can possibly be. I assumed there was something terribly wrong with me. And even becoming famous and all that, it was still there.”

In the 1970s, The Thorn Birds star started dating actor Wesley Eure. He then got romantically involved with actor and producer Martin Rabbett, who, like Eure, was 20 years his junior. The couple separated in 2010.

Richard’s passing was announced by Rabbett, who remained close friends with the actor until the very end.

In a statement, Rabbett wrote, “Our beloved Richard is with the angels now. He is free and soaring to those loved ones before us. How blessed were we to have known such an amazing and loving soul.”

He added, “Love never dies. And our love is under his wings lifting him to his next great adventure.”

The cause of death was listed as complications after a stroke. His last on-screen appearance came in the 2018 horror film Nightmare Cinema, where he portrayed the character Dr. Mirari.

The actor’s last social media post was an interview he recorded in early December. Before that, he hadn’t posted anything since 2022.

Occasionally, he posted throwback photos from his roles.

Back in March, 2023, music educator Ira Wong posted two photos of himself and Richard Chamberlain on which the actor appeared happy and vibrant, pretty much as he had always been. Despite life’s struggles and Hollywood’s pressures, he remained the same charismatic, down-to-earth star.

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Police officer braves filthy sewer to rescue trapped dog

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Monica Pop

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When love for dogs is greater than life, that leads to stories like that of a brave California officer who climbed into a mucky sewer for the sake of saving a canine’s life.

The Huron Police Department took to the social media to share this incredible rescue story that restores faith in humanity.

They explained that after they received a report of a dog trapped in the sewer, three of their officers – Commander Fuentes, Sergeant Paul Lopez, and Officer Gonzalez – answered the call without even giving it a second though.

Covering his legs in plastic, one of the officers jumped into the sewage drain to retrieve the trapped dog.

Officers saved dog trapped in a sewer — Facebook

Luckily, the little pup was rescued just in time. According to KSEE/KGPE, she’s expected to fully recover.

The pup was all covered in mud, and the photos of her rescue were soon shared all over the social media, with the public praising the officers who came to her rescue.

Of course, the pup was given the much need bath and was checked by a vet in order to be sure she didn’t sustain any injuries while being stuck in the sewer.

“We’re proud to have such dedicated officers on our team, always ready to serve – even our four-legged community members. Great job, team!” the Huron Police Department wrote on Facebook.

Hearing stories of humans going to great lengths for the sake of animals give us hope that not everything is as bad as it seems for these poor souls.

The truth is many dogs are often subjected to cases of abuse and neglect, with owners having to surrender them to the local authorities. Thankfully, many animal rescue organizations are there to save the beloved canines from a much dreaded hard life on the streets as an unwanted stray.

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Chief doctor shamefully fired me for saving a homeless woman’s life with surgery

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Monica Pop

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The hospital became my world. From the moment I first entered the operating room, I knew I have found my purpose in life. And then, shortly after I started working at the hospital, I was challenged the way I have never assumed I would ever be after performing an emergency surgery.

That night, a woman with no ID was admitted to the hospital. She was unconscious, pale, and had a hard time breathing.

The paramedics informed me of blunt force trauma to the abdomen and possible internal bleeding. The X-ray showed her spleen had ruptured and she needed an emergency surgery.

“ER won’t take her in,” the medics said.

I was well aware of the hospital rules – uninsured patients could receive basic care, but anything major, like an emergency surgery, needed approval from administration.

At that moment, however, with the homeless woman’s life at stake, I couldn’t way for any approvals. She wouldn’t stand an hour more, so I made the call. “Prepare the OR,” I said, while the nurses and the medics exchanged glances.

The surgery lasted for three hours, but eventually, that unknown woman’s life was saved. I felt proud of doing the right thing, although I was well aware I could find myself in trouble.

A couple of hours later, my name was called over the intercom.

Dr. Langford, the chief doctor, along with the entire surgical teams waited for me at the conference room.

“Do you understand what you’ve done?” Dr. Langford asked me with fury in his eyes.

Surgeon gets fired after performing emergency surgery on a homeless woman — Pexels

But before I could speak up, I was told I was fired. Effective immediately.

The emergency surgery I performed cost the hospital thousands of dollars, money they could never get back, not from a homeless woman without insurance.

They told me operating on her wasn’t my decision to make. None of my colleagues said a word, but from the way they looked at me, I knew they judged me.

The days that followed were quiet. I missed the hospital, my work, my patients…

And then, I received a call in the middle of the night. It was Dr. Langford. His daughter was involved in a car accident and needed an emergency surgery, but no doctor was available. My formed chief begged me to go to the hospital and operate on his daughter.

I didn’t hesitate even a bit.

Thankfully, the surgery was a success.

When I got out of the operating room, Dr. Langford got on his knees. He thanked me for saving his daughter. With teary eyes, he said, “I should have never fired you. I should have… stand by you… I’m so sorry.”

I got my position as a surgeon a week later. What’s most, they changed the hospital policy to allow emergency surgeries for uninsured patients.

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Val Kilmer’s last ever Instagram posts as daughter confirms cause of death

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Monica Pop

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Batman star Val Kilmer dies aged 65, his daughter has confirmed.

Kilmer starred in some of the greatest movies of the 1980s and 90s, including Top Gun, True Romance, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, and The Doors, playing the legendary band’s frontman Jim Morrison.

According to Kilmer’s daughter’s statement, the actor died of pneumonia on Tuesday in Los Angeles.

Back in 2014, he was diagnosed with throat cancer, with a tracheotomy surgery affecting his voice and his acting career.

In his 2020 memoir, I’m Your Huckleberry, and Amazon Prime documentary Val, he opened up about his cancer diagnosis, the treatments he had undergone, and how that damaged his vocal cords.

Val Kilmer has died at the age of 65 — Paramount Pictures

“I obviously am sounding much worse than I feel,” Kilmer said in the documentary. “I can’t speak without plugging this hole (in his throat). You have to make the choice to breathe or to eat.

“It’s an obstacle that is very present with whoever sees me.”

His final acting role was a cameo in the 2022 blockbuster sequel, Top Gun: Maverick. During the filming, AI was used to help with his voice.

Speaking of the film, actor Tom Cruise told Jimmy Kimmel back in 2023, “I just want to say that was pretty emotional.

“I’ve known Val for decades, and for him to come back and play that character… he’s such a powerful actor that he instantly became that character again.”

Val Kilmer has died at the age of 65/ Kevin Winter/Getty Images

Val Kilmer’s last post on the social media was one of his paintings, captioned: It’s got that late-night glow. Cool tones with a low burn, like when the camp fire cools down but you’re still wide awake.”

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The last photo of him featured the actor alongside artist David Choe. “It’s been a while,” the post that showed them posing alongside painting featuring Batman and a mask of the hero read. It was posted on February 23, 2025.

Tributes poured in for the great actor who left an immense impact on the film industry.

Heat director Michael Mann said: “While working with Val on Heat I always marvelled at the range, the brilliant variability within the powerful current of Val’s possessing and expressing character.

“After so many years of Val battling disease and maintaining his spirit, this is tremendously sad news.”

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Actor Josh Gad posted: “RIP Val Kilmer. Thank you for defining so many of the movies of my childhood. You truly were an icon.”

“See ya, pal. I’m going to miss you”, US actor Josh Brolin wrote alongside a picture of himself and Kilmer on Instagram.

“You were a smart, challenging, brave, uber-creative firecracker. There’s not a lot left of those”, he added.

Actor Josh Brolin posted: “You were a smart, challenging, brave, uber-creative firecracker. There’s not a lot left of those. I hope to see you up there in the heavens when I eventually get there. Until then, amazing memories, lovely thoughts.”

His fans also honored great Val Kilmer.

He was married to actress Joanne Whalley from 1988 to 1996 welcoming two children together. The two met during the filming of Willow.

May he rest in peace.

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Mom wore red to ‘match’ my dad, but I knew her smile wasn’t real

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Monica Pop

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My parents’ 40 anniversary celebration was a very special milestone. The entire family gathered to honor their love and their dedication for one another. Mom even wore red to “match” my dad since it was the color he loved.

However, behind all the smiles and laughter, I could feel something wasn’t quite right. Unlike anyone in that room, I knew my mom all to well to know that something bothered her. The smile on the photo I took of her and my dad didn’t seem genuine. It was a weak, pale, forced smile, and there was a reason behind it.

When she went to the kitchen, I followed after her. “Mom, is everything okay?” I asked her. Her eyes filled with tears. “You know honey, your dad is a nice man… he’s just not the same man I married.”

Her words shocked me. They were together for 40 long years.

“Sometimes people grow together. Sometimes they just grow. And you get so used to pretending everything’s fine, you forget what not pretending feels like,” my mom said. She then held my hand and make me promise to never wait forty years if I ever find myself in such situation. “Speak up,” my mom said.

Our conversation was interrupted by someone opening the front door. It was my dad who took one of his “quick walks.”

The truth was that, over the years, he had learned to rely on my mom for everything, and eventually, he stopped trying – my mom seemed to have had enough of it.

After some time, my dad returned home carrying a paper bag in his hands.

“I was going to wait until dessert, but I think I’ll just do it now,” he said.

“Do what?” my mother asked, as stunned as everyone else.

It was then that my father opened the bag and took out a fancy gold bracelet. He handed it to my mom and explained, his voice cracking as he spoke, that he knew he had been distant but wanted to change. He assured her that he loved her, appreciated her, and noticed her, even if it didn’t always feel like it.

“Why now?” my mom asked.

“It’s because I overheard your conversation,” dad answered. “And because I want to try to be better.”

Mom smiled. It wasn’t a forced smile. I knew she was glad dad truly wanted to change for the better.

The following morning, my mom no longer wore red to “match” my dad. She wore a color she loved and hadn’t worn in years.

“You know what?” she said, “I’m starting a pottery class, and your dad is accompanying me.”

It was a beginning of something knew between them. It took some time, but they reconnected again, and life felt beautiful again.

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Family waited 1,103 days for this photo

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The 1,103 days this family waited for in order to be complete was worth all the struggle, all the paperwork, and all the uncertainty.

The morning of June 16, 2015 was unlike any other. It was the day the life of five people would change forever – and in the best way possible.

The mother’s heart raced as she was preparing the dresses of Raelynn and Cloe. Dorian’s tie, that he didn’t like wearing but wanted it this time, was also there.

The road to the court seemed like an eternity. Three little children hoping to settle in their forever home and a couple whose dream of becoming parents was finally coming true were eagerly waiting to make it official.

They all recalled the they they first met, everyone in a way they remembered it the best.

What started as a temporary visit turned into days, then months, and years. Birthdays came and school registrations followed. It was then that the couple knew their home wasn’t just a temporary shelter for the three kids that found themselves under their roof, but a forever home.

“It’s official,” the judge said, and little Dorian clutched his mother’s hands with the same intensity he did when he had nightmares of being taken away and placed in yet another foster home.

“Do we get to have a same last name now?” Raelynn asked. The resounding “yes” to that question held the weight of an entire new world.

“So we never have to leave now?” Cloe wondered. “Of course not, honey, you are home,” he mother assured her.

“This family waited 1,103 days for this day and this photo,” the dad added as he asked from the children whom he now got to call his own to say “cheese.”

Years after that day, the family gathered around flipping an old album. And there it was – the photo of the adoption day.

“Mom, do you remember how nervous I was?” Dorian, now a teenage boy, asked. “I remember the waiting, you know?” he said.

“The waiting?” the mom asked, a bit confused. “I though your father and I were the ones waiting for you to be ours.”

But then the mother realized that the waiting was mutual. The children also waited. They waited for a mom and dad who were there to stay.

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Among those who slammed Trump for the tariff plan was former President Barack Obama.

He wrapped his speech up with an eight-word remark that spoke volumes: “Imagine if I had done any of this?”

Eventually, mercury accumulates in the fish we consume, posing a serious threat to our health.

The FDA, EPA, and EDF offer guidance on safe mercury levels and advise which fish you should avoid.

This places the eel on the list of fish to avoid consuming.

Following the tragedy, Anthony was arrested and charged with first-degree murder.

The dad also claimed that it wasn’t his son Karmelo Anthony who started the fight.

Late Metcalf was a student at Frisco Memorial High School described as a “great kid,” by his mother.

Nina Tassel’s journey into motherhood is a remarkable one.

The reason why this woman’s pregnancy has been exceptional is because she had given birth to a big baby boy that weighted 6 kilograms and was 61 centimeters long.

This story is just a reminder of the strength of mothers and what they are able to endure for their little ones.

This influencer shares her journeys on her Instagram account, @miss__jones, encouraging plus-size people to get out of their comfort zone and explore the world.

Jones also advocates for more spacious seating options, or at least additional cushioning and adjustable armrests.

When the thyroid doesn’t function properly, it affects the entire body.

Hypothyroidism increases a person’s risk for high blood pressure and sodium consumption only further increases the risk.

The day started as any other for teenager Dillon Reeves from Michigan, but it soon turned into an ordeal.

Dillon managed to press the breaks of school bus No. 46, bringing it to a stop. Inside the bus, there were 60 students whom he brought to safety.

The entire community dubbed him a real life hero, but Dillon says he didn’t think he did much, all he did was stop the school bus.

Marnie was transferred to the local hospital where she remained unconscious for about 25 minutes while doctors tried to raise her blood sugar levels.

She said her daughter suffered glycerol toxicity, from the glycerol used in the slushy drinks instead of sugar to keep the drink’s “slush” effect.

Marnie’s case isn’t the only one of a child suffering glycerol toxicity because of a slushy drink.

That her son Barron is her top priority isn’t something the public isn’t familiar with.

Melania Trump has been absent from the White House during Trump’s meetings with prime ministers and other influential political figures, and now a source claims that she’s busy filming her Amazon documentary, as per People Magazine.

The idea behind a documentary on her life came after her memoir titled Melania proved to be a huge success.

The president isn’t happy with authors and magazines writing of his relationship with his wife, threatening to sue those citing anonymous sources.

However, when it comes to stomach cancer, research believe that certain blood types are more prone to this awful disease than others.

Austin was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Austin’s mother, Meghan Metcalf, recalled the tragic moment she received a call about her son being stabbed to death.

This old man wasn’t mad. He chose not to hold grudges – he simply felt sad that no one remembered him anymore, not even on his 89th birthday.

It’s true that love moves fast, but we should never forget that our time with our parents and grandparents is running out.

Coco Bae, who moved from Canada to Australia in 2018, said that Aussie men need to ”step it up” and work on their hygiene a bit more.

My wife was gone. She was the love of my life, the mother of my child, my soulmate, and now she was gone… just like that my life shattered into a million pieces.

Determined to learn what was going on, I spent the following day wandering around the resort. And then, at one moment, I saw her. She was standing right in front of me.

I decided to push back. I wouldn’t let my son feel guilty for a clean haircut.

Singer Cher, who used to date Val Kilmer during the 80’s, also paid her tributes.

Even after their romance ended, the two remained close friends.

According to him, the fall of Trump’s administration will be a result of the plethora of executive orders the president signed, some of which contradict the laws, and the declining approval ratings caused by the firing of thousands of government officials.

After landing the role of Dr. Kildare, Richard Chamberlain became one of the most beloved actors with millions of fans.

Richard’s passing was announced by Rabbett, who remained close friends with the actor until the very end.

They explained that after they received a report of a dog trapped in the sewer, three of their officers – Commander Fuentes, Sergeant Paul Lopez, and Officer Gonzalez – answered the call without even giving it a second though.

Hearing stories of humans going to great lengths for the sake of animals give us hope that not everything is as bad as it seems for these poor souls.

I was well aware of the hospital rules – uninsured patients could receive basic care, but anything major, like an emergency surgery, needed approval from administration.

But before I could speak up, I was told I was fired. Effective immediately.

Thankfully, the surgery was a success.

The truth was that, over the years, he had learned to rely on my mom for everything, and eventually, he stopped trying – my mom seemed to have had enough of it.

The following morning, my mom no longer wore red to “match” my dad. She wore a color she loved and hadn’t worn in years.

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