Powerful earthquake strikes San Diego – Locals recount scenes of utter chaos

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San Diego was struck by a massive earthquake on Monday at 10 pm. The US Geological Survey reported that the magnitude was 5.2, approximately the same magnitude that hit Myanmar and left devastation behind.

The quake was centered just a couple of miles (4 kilometers) from Julian, a mountain town of about 1,500 people, but was felt all the way to Los Angeles, 120 miles away.

According to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department, they haven’t received immediate reports of damage and injuries.

San Diego was struck by a massive earthquake on Monday at 10 pm. — USGS/ AP

The residents, however, were alerted of it around 5 seconds before it struck.

“I can’t recall ever getting a text alert before an earthquake. Came in 5 seconds before apartment started swaying,” Marty Caswell from San Diego posted on X.

“Earthquake detected! Drop, Cover, Hold On. Protect Yourself,” another social media user reported to have received a warning message seconds prior to the violent ground shake.

I can't recall ever getting a text alert before an earthquake, came in 5 seconds before apartment started swaying pic.twitter.com/MD61WmandG

— Marty Caswell (@MartyCaswell) April 14, 2025

“That was the biggest earthquake I’ve felt since moving to San Diego,” someone posted.

“Haven’t ever experienced an earthquake. but i lived around sinkholes and i just grabbed my son and ran for the door in my boxers. Heart in my a**,” another added.

NBC shared a series of footages of the moment the earthquake hit. One of them showed a mother grabbing her baby and fleeing to safety. Another showed a scared cat watching its home shake.

Residents reported several aftershocks after the earthquake, including one with a magnitude of 3.9.

The California Department of Transportation issued a warning of potential hazards along with images of huge rocks that fell on State Route 76 just east of E Grade Road.

Governor Gavin Newsom has been briefed of the earthquake. “The state is coordinating with local authorities to assess any damage and if emergency response is needed.”

Todd Gloria, the mayor of San Diego, posted on X.

“San Diego experienced a strong earthquake centered near Julian. There’s no known visible or major damage to the city so far and I’m in communication with local, state, and federal officials,” he wrote.

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Phone calls from beyond the grave? The story of Charles E Peck

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Charles E Peck was among the passengers on the commuter train carrying 225 riders that collided with a freight train on September 12, 2008, at 4:22 p.m. in California’s San Fernando Valley.

It was one of the deadliest accidents California has ever seen, leaving 25 people dead and 135 injured.

Charles E Peck had worked as a customer service agent for Delta Airlines at Salt Lake City International Airport for 19 years but was looking for a change. Following his divorce and meeting someone new, he believed a new job would complete his new life. At the time of the deadly crash, he was traveling to LA for a job interview.

When they heard of the accident, Peck’s fiancé, Andrea Katz, and his family, who lived around the LA, headed to the site.

His body was recovered from the wreckage 12 hours after the crash.

However, during the first 11 hours, his loved ones received a total of 35 calls from him. He called his brother, his stepmother, his fiancé, his son, and his sister. All they could hear was static. When they called back, their calls went straight to voicemail, which was rather strange.

Still, the calls from Peck gave them hope that he could still be alive but trapped in the wreckage.

“You look at your phone and it’s Dad!” Peck’s son, CJ, said in a 2008 interview with Daily Breeze. “He can’t be dead.”

His sister, Barbara Lopez added: “For us, it was just hope. We had no idea he had already perished.”

Although the calls went straight to voicemail, Peck’s son still left numerous messages, hoping his dad would hear them. He assured him they all loved him and that help was on the way.

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Eventually, Peck was located through the signal of his mobile phone. Before the fatal crash, he had only one stop left.

The strangest thing of all was that the coroner determined Charles E Peck died upon impact and there was no chance he was alive when the crash happened, not even for a short period of time, let alone for 11 hours, the period during which all the calls to his loved ones were made.

How those calls were made remains a mystery until this very day, especially because the phone couldn’t be recovered.

Some believe that the phone started malfunctioning and called those on the speed list, while others consider it a paranormal experience.

However, his family found solace in those calls with his son saying it was a message from his father “letting us know he’s not suffering.”

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Cutting-edge biomaterial could help repair damaged joint cartilage

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Cartilage is a strong, flexible connective tissue that protects the joints and bones and acts as a shock absorber throughout the body.

The cartilage in the knee has no direct blood supply which makes it hard, if not impossible to heal, with most tears requiring surgery.

However, in what they describe a revolutionary discovery, scientists developed a new biomaterial that successfully regenerated high-quality cartilage in the knee joints of sheep.

The innovative injectable substance could potentially help repair joint damage caused by degenerative diseases such as osteoarthritis, as well as sports injuries such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears.

“Cartilage is a critical component in our joints,” says Samuel I. Stupp of Northwestern University, whose team of scientists is behind this new innovation. “When it becomes damaged or breaks down over time, it can have a great impact on people’s overall health and mobility. The problem is that, in adult humans, cartilage does not have an inherent ability to heal. Our new therapy can induce repair in a tissue that does not naturally regenerate. We think our treatment could help address a serious, unmet clinical need.”

The biomaterial is made of two components: a bioactive peptide that binds to a protein vital for cartilage growth, and modified hyaluronic acid.

“Many people are familiar with hyaluronic acid because it’s a popular ingredient in skincare products,” Stupp said. “It’s also naturally found in many tissues throughout the human body, including the joints and brain. We chose it because it resembles the natural polymers found in cartilage.”

Stupp’s team developed a scaffold using these two components that mimics natural cartilage, signaling the body’s own cells to regenerate the damaged tissue.

They tested it on sheep because their hind legs are similar to human knee in terms of structure and the weight they bear. “A study on a sheep model is more predictive of how the treatment will work in humans,” Stupp said. “In other smaller animals, cartilage regeneration occurs much more readily.”

A treated cartilage wound, with the healed section stained red/Samuel I. Stupp/Northwestern University

The biomaterial injected into the sheep’s stifle joint formed a rubber-like matrix. As it dissolved, new cartilage grew in, surpassing the control tissue in quality during testing.

Scientists believe this method to be more successful and less invasive compared to the present options, which include creating microscopic fractures on the bone to encourage new cartilage growth and complete knee replacement.

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Shocking truth about what airport X-ray scanners actually reveal

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Who doesn’t want to travel? Visiting different places and experiencing different cultures firsthand enriches the soul. However, waiting long hours at the airport can be tiring. With all those people rushing to get their flights, the long queues, and the pressure of flying, the entire experience of traveling can get overwhelming.

Another “issue,” until recently, were the body scanners. If you wonder why, this is the answer.

The full-body X-ray scanners that were once used at nearly every airport revealed “too much.”

The backscatter technology was introduced in 2009 after a failed underwear bombing when Transportation Security Administration (TSA) started using scanners capable of producing full-body X-ray images called ‘Rapiscan’ scanners.

The problem with these scanners was that passengers refused to go through them because they displayed a complete ‘nude’ X-ray of them. On top of that, they cost a lot of money, around $180,000 each. Around 174 scanners were placed at at least 30 airports across America.

The backlash over these airport X-ray scanners was obvious. So, TSA had to make the decision to remove them from the airports in 2013.

Although the ‘Rapiscan’ scanners are no longer in use in the US, people are still horrified when they think of them.

“I honestly thought X-ray meant you can only see the bones,” someone commented.

“Is this why I always get put aside?” another joked.

“Definitely tucking my junk next time through just to see if I get a reaction,” a third added.

“Imagine the TRAUMA the American TSA staff have to endure,” a fourth said.

TSA also provided an explanation as to why they terminated the contract with Rapiscan, writing, “Due to its inability to deploy non-imaging Automated Target Recognition (ATR) software by the Congressionally mandated June 2013 deadline, TSA has terminated part of its contract with Rapiscan.

“By June 2013 travellers will only see machines which have ATR that allow for faster throughput.”

TSA researcher and communication PhD, Shawna Malvini Redden, author of 101 Pat-Downs, explained that the scanners used nowadays “Now when passengers are scanned, the machines “are supposed to generate generic images of a body instead of the passenger’s unique image.”

He adds, “With millimeter wave machines that have the privacy software installed, TSOs are only seeing this outline with a green ‘clear’ or a red ‘stop and check’ signal.”

“If someone has something in their pockets, for instance, the machine will put an alarm note in the paper doll’s groin region so the officer knows generally where to search.”

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Gwyneth Paltrow sends unexpected message to Kate Middleton

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Actress Gwyneth Paltrow and Duchess Meghan Markle have been close friends. Recently, however, there have been rumors about an alleged feud between the two.

Well, both Paltrow and Markle were quick to respond to these speculations by posting a surprise joint video on the Goop-founder‘s Instagram.

Asked, “Are you comprehending the Meghan Markle beef that social media says you two have?” Paltrow said she didn’t and then pointed out the camera towards Markle, who was seated next to her having a pie.

People were speculating that Gwyneth Paltrow was throwing shade at Meghan Markle in her latest reel.

Gwyneth just posted this in response to the speculation. pic.twitter.com/J6KReC71Vd

— Yashar Ali 🐘 (@yashar) March 25, 2025

Being friends with Markle, however, didn’t stop Gwyneth Paltrow from expressing her pleasure of seeing Kate Middleton making a public appearance after the news of her cancer diagnosis and the treatments she had received.

Namely, after months of staying out of the spotlight, the Princess of Wales attended the Trooping the Colour celebrations, posing with her family on the balcony of the Buckingham Palace.

She and Prince William posted a series of images and thanked everyone for “making it a day to remember.”

As expected, the post gained a lot of attention and plenty of comments. Paltrow was among those who sent her well wishes, writing, “So happy to see you looking so happy and well.”

She added a heart emoji, and over 5,000 users liked her comment.

Shortly before Kate’s public appearance following her cancer diagnosis in May 2024, Paltrow and her TV producer husband Brad Fulchuk enjoyed a meal at a Michelin-star restaurant with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Actress Cameron Diaz and her husband, Benji Madden, the lead guitarist in the band Good Charlotte, also joined them

Gwyneth Paltrow was also among the first celebrities to send well-wished to Kate Middleton after she revealed her health condition in a video message. At the time, the actress, who described the princess as a “pillar of grace and strength,” commented, “Sending love.”

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Operator of NYC helicopter crash had prior mechanical failures

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The investigation regarding the tragic NYC helicopter crash that claimed the lives of six people after breaking apart mid-air and plunging into the Hudson River is still ongoing.

Videos of the moment the plane crashed show the rotor indeed detaching from the helicopter.

“Hudson River Helicopter Crash video shows that the rotor blades were fully detached from the fuselage but still spinning. This likely was NOT engine failure,” a witness said.

Experts argue that the reason is a faulty “Jesus nut,” the single bolt that holds the entire rotor system together in helicopters.

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The victims were identified as Agustín Escobar, Siemens’ chief executive for rail infrastructure, his wife Merce Camprubi Montal, their three children, and pilot Seankese Johnson.

The helicopter that was supposed to take the family from Spain sightseeing over the city was operated by New York Helicopter, a company offering sightseeing tours for several hundred dollars per flight.

Sources close to the investigation claim the helicopter was leased from a Louisiana-based company, called Meridian Helicopters.

The New York Helicopter owner, Michael Roth, said, “We’re all devastated. Every employee in our company is devastated. My wife has not stopped crying.

“The death of the child, of any human being, is a monumental disaster.”

He added: “He [the pilot] called in that he was landing and that he needed fuel, and it should have taken him about three minutes to arrive, but 20 minutes later, he didn’t arrive,” he said.”

In the past, the company has faced mechanical failures and crashes. In 2013, a sightseeing helicopter run by the company and carrying a Swedish family of four lost power during the flight and was forced to make an emergency landing in the Hudson River near Manhattan’s Upper West Side.

Hudson River Helicopter Crash video shows that the rotor blades were fully detached from the fuselage but still spinning. This likely was NOT engine failure. pic.twitter.com/uomJlEt7n7

— Box Cat DGAF (@cgraft) April 10, 2025

At the time, the pilot realized the engine had failed and managed to make a forced landing. Luckily, no one was injured.

Two years later, another aircraft operated by the same company crashed in northern New Jersey. The helicopter lost control just 20 feet above the ground.

The crash was linked to a hidden faulty part concealed by previous owners. The same company, Meridian Helicopters, leased both the earlier Bell 206 and the one in Thursday’s fatal crash.

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According to AP, New York Helicopter has been through a bankruptcy over the last eight years and faces ongoing lawsuits over alleged debts.

In December, one of their helicopter was repossessed due to unpaid lease payments.

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Man who saw ‘proof’ that ‘death is not the end’ explains the seven levels of afterlife

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The concept of afterlife refers to a “continued existence in some form after physiological death.” A number of religions embrace this concept, believing in two possible versions, that of reincarnation (the rebirth in new bodies or forms) and eternal life life (occurring in either heaven or hell).

Chris Carter is an author who has explored the idea of life after death by making an in-depth analysis of the experience of British poet, classicist, philologist, and a founder of the Society for Psychical Research, Frederic William Henry Myers.

Myers, who died in 1901, aged 57, gave detailed descriptions of his afterlife experience, which served as the foundation of Carter’s book, The Case for the Afterlife.

“Myers described a stupendous journey of the immortal soul through the various planes or spheres of existence, beginning with Earth,” Carter wrote.

The British pot explained the seven plane journeys, with Earth representing level one.

The second level represents a “temporary resting place on the borders of two worlds.”

“The time spent in Hades is said to vary with the needs of the individual, with children often requiring hardly any rest at all,” he wrote.

According to Carter, Myers wrote, “I died in Italy, a land I loved, and I was very weary at the time of my passing. For me Hades was a place of rest, a place of half-lights and drowsy peace.”

The third level is that of terrene imagination, ad while on this plane, you you live pretty much as how you lived on Earth.

“Not everyone enjoys an idyllic existence on the third plane: the lower levels are described as dark, gloomy, desolate, in which there are no children, but only those who, as adults on Earth, had chosen to lead selfish, evil lives.

“How long they remain in this nether region depends on how long they choose to remain in a selfish, morally undeveloped state.”

According to Myers descriptions, the fourth level is where he eventually ended up. It is the first “true heaven world” with colors like we have never seen.

The plane of flame is the fifth level of the afterlife, as analyzed by Carter based on Myers descriptions.

Level Six, or the Plane of Light, is when the person has completely disappeared and only exists “as white light, as the pure thought of their Creator.”

Since he hadn’t reached this level of afterlife, Myers claimed he had heard of it from other who had experienced it.

At this stage, the person joins “the immortals.”

The last level, or level seven, isn’t when we see Hell or Heaven, because according to Carter those are concepts only taught by religion.

Further, he wrote that the mind creates the fire of hell, not some place where others torture you, and that you don’t meet God in heaven.

“Myers, in his post-mortem communications, describes God as being far, far above the human, and we… only can come close in what he describes as the seventh plane,” Carter wrote.

He added: “Based on my extensive reading of various communications via mediums, the reason the newly departed do not see God is simply because we are, at first, too primitive and, immediately after leaving the Earth, occupy planes of existence not nearly exalted or advanced enough to closely approach the divine.

The last level provides the opportunity to connect with God.

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Understanding the high-functioning alcoholics

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High-functioning alcoholics refers to people who are dependent of alcohol but are still able to function normally in their daily life. They go to work, perform tasks, and participate in social activities.

These people don’t fit the image of a “typical” alcoholic – who are perceived by the society as often homeless and jobless.

The issue with high-functioning alcoholics is that they function effectively and are often successful.

This leads to those close to them, including family, friends, and co-workers, to miss the signs.

The American Addiction Centers define alcoholism as “a treatable chronic medical disorder” that “causes long-term changes in the brain.” So, someone who doesn’t show any indications of having issues with alcohol and performs everyday tasks normally despite being a heavy drinker won’t be offered any medical assistance or other form of help.

For these individuals, the denial runs deep because they don’t feel the negative consequences since they don’t experience issues with their jobs or the relations with those around them.

High-functioning alcoholics often consume as much alcohol as those individuals with an alcohol use disorder (previously labeled as alcoholics, a term that is now considered outdated and stigmatizing). However, the high-functioning alcoholics won’t appear intoxicated. The main reason for this is because they have developed a tolerance for alcohol over time.

According to the America’s National Institutes of Health, as many as 20% of those consuming alcohol excessively are high-functioning. Most of them are high-educated individuals with a steady income.

If confronted about their drinking, they tend to find excuses.

“How can I be addicted when I have a steady job and friends?” or “I am successful, so how can my drinking be out of control?” are examples of it.

Of course, drinking excessively can lead to severe health issues, including damage to the liver, the kidneys, and the pancreas. At the same time, it increases the risks of a heart attack, stroke, and high-blood pressure.

Further, heavy drinking leads to mental issues such as depression and anxiety.

One of the first signs that point to high-functioning alcoholism is the denial. Further, these people use alcohol as a coping mechanism. They have increased alcohol tolerance, and find a bunch of excuses to justify their drinking.

The good thing is that there are treatments that can help high-functioning alcoholics with their problem. Some of these treatments include detoxification, inpatient or outpatient treatment, therapy, support groups, and medications.

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John Goodman rushed to hospital

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Hollywood legend John Goodman “received immediate medical attention that led to a brief delay in shooting to allow him time to recover,” a Warner Bros Pictures spokesperson shared.

According to The Daily Mail, Goodman suffered a hip injury while filming his latest film in England alongside Tom Cruise.

“The production resumes shooting next week following John’s full recovery,” the spokesperson added.

The shooting of the project took place on the Pinewood Studios set in Buckinghamshire, England. It is being directed by Academy Award winner Alejandro G. Iñárritu and is expected to be released in October, 2026.

Goodman’s injury, however, would likely cause delays.

Deadline reported that the actor either slipped or fell during filming a blocking scene. The injuries are reported to be minor and Goodman is expected to return on set in two days.

The film, Judy, is highly anticipated. In addition to Goodman and Cruise, it features Sandra Hüller, Michael Stuhlbarg, Jesse Plemons, and Sophie Wilde, making it a project packed with talent.

The plot, as per IMDB, shows Cruise, 62, starring as “the most powerful man in the world” who is on a mission to prove he’s there to save humanity after causing a major disaster.

This is Cruise’s first film with The Warner Bros in a decade. His latest project with the studio was the 2014 film Edge of Tomorrow.

As of Goodman, despite his age, 72, he’s still acting and doesn’t show signs of slowing down. He’s best known for his roles in the series Roseanne, The Conners and The Righteous Gemstones and movies such as The Big Lebowski, The Flinstones and Monsters Inc.

Privately, John Goodman had struggled with depression, anxiety, and alcohol addiction. However, as of 2007, he’s been sober after checking into rehab with his wife’s support.

He also fought obesity for a number of years but managed to lose over 100 pounds during the last couple of years.

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Toddler recalls past life murder and identifies location where he was buried

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Many cultures believe in the concept of past life. Among them are the members of the Druze ethnic group in the Golan Heights region near the Syrian and Israeli border.

A boy, 3, belonging to this group, has shared a captivating story that made many reconsider their stance on the concept of reincarnation.

The toddler was born with a long, red birthmark on his head, and according to the community he belongs to, birthmarks are related to past life deaths.

Many cultures believe in the concept of past life. Among them are the members of the Druze ethnic group in the Golan Heights region. — Pexels

When he learned how to speak, he recalled that in his previous life, he was murdered with an axe. To the surprise of many, the boy was able to recognize the village where he lived before he was born again. He led people to the place where he was buried.

He also pointed out to the location of the murder weapon.

Upon investigating, villages did find remains of a child and an axe exactly where the boy had pointed out.

Dr. Eli Lasch, a renowned medic in Gaza, was among those who witnessed the discovery of the skeleton firsthand

Dr. Lasch’s account of the event was documented by German therapist and author Trutz Hardo in the book Children Who Have Lived Before: Reincarnation Today.

However, while some believe this story is genuine, others are convinced it is just a series of coincidences.

But this case isn’t unique. There have been plenty of stories about reincarnation over the years that have attracted the attention of many.

At a young age, James Leininger from the U.S., showed passion and interest in the World War II planes. He described to his parents his dreams about crashing in a burning plane. He even named his squadron and an aircraft carrier.

Later, historical evidence confirmed his memories of a fighter pilot named James Huston.

Another story of reincarnation involves a Thai boy with two birthmarks on his head. He claimed he was a teacher who got shot twice in his past life. Upon research, it was found that there was indeed a teacher who died in the manner described.

The truth is that most cultures and religions believe in the concept or reincarnation, but most recently, scientists have also tried to study this phenomenon.

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Brother of woman who died in NYC helicopter crash with her family and the pilot shares emotional statement

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The grieving brother of Mercè Camprubí Montal – the mother of three who lost her life in Thursday’s devastating helicopter crash along with her husband and children – traveled to NYC to identify the bodies and pay his respects at the crash site.

With heartbreak in his voice, Joan Camprubí Montal mentioned the names of the five family members – Agustín Escobar, Mercè Camprubí Montal, Victor, Mercedes and Augustine – before he expressed appreciation for the support his family received during this tough time.

In Spanish, his native language, Joan said, “We will never forget you. We will keep your smile alive every day of our lives, and I believe that’s the best legacy we can give you.

“This is a really difficult situation, but we are overwhelmed by the massive condolences we’ve received.”

“They left together. They left without suffering, and they left with a smile on their faces, and that is important for us,” he said.

“As a family we want to honor their happiness and their smile forever… we want to move the bodies, as soon as possible, back home with all the family to rest in peace together.”

He continued: “We will never forget you. We will keep your smile alive every day of our lives, and I believe that’s the best legacy we can give you.”

Witnesses of the tragic helicopter crash reported seeing the main rotor blade flying off moments before the helicopter plunged into the Hudson River.

Dani Horbiak, a witness, told ABC News she heard what “sounded almost like gunshots in the sky.” She then noticed parts of metal falling down from the sky.

According to The Telegraph, the owner of New York Helicopter which provided the tour and the chopper, Michael Roth, said the helicopter needed fuel.

“He [the pilot] called in that he was landing and that he needed fuel, and it should have taken him about three minutes to arrive, but 20 minutes later, he didn’t arrive.”

Although the investigation is still ongoing, experts believe the cause of the crash is a faulty “Jesus nut.“

The 36-year-old pilot, who also lost his life, was identified as former Navy SEAL veteran Sean Johnson.

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Study identifies possible connection to autism development

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In recent years, a number of research pinpointed the connection between our gut microbiota and our overall health.

From our mental well-being to how we react to stress and our vulnerability to autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and type 1 diabetes, the impact of our gut flora is far-reaching.

A recent study published in The Journal of Immunology offers fresh insights into the relationship between the microbiome and autism.

The World Health Organization defines autism as a diverse group of conditions related to development of the brain that affect social interaction and communication.

Study identifies possible connection to autism development, a molecule produced by the immune system called interleukin-17a, or IL-17a. — Pexels

Further, WHO states that people with autism “often have co-occurring conditions, including epilepsy, depression, anxiety and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder as well as challenging behaviours such as difficulty sleeping and self-injury.” The intellectual capacities of these people wary from one individual to another.

The research suggests that our mother’s microbiota has greater influence on us developing autism than our own.

“The microbiome can shape the developing brain in multiple ways,” John Lukens, lead researcher and PhD student from the University of Virginia School of Medicine, said in a statement.

“The microbiome is really important to the calibration of how the offspring’s immune system is going to respond to an infection or injury or stress.”

What holds the clue between microbiome and autism might be a molecule produced by the immune system called interleukin-17a, or IL-17a.

So far, research showed that this cytokine plays a role in diseases such as psoriasis, multiple sclerosis, and rheumatoid arthritis, and is vital in defending the body against fungal infections. However, it also appears to influence brain development in the womb.

Scientists performed the research on mice with different gut microbiota. While one group had bacteria linked to a stronger inflammatory response triggered by IL-17a, the control group did not.

When they supressed IL-17a artificially at the pups, both groups displayed neurotypical behavior, but later on, when the human interference stopped and the mice grew naturally, those of the first group showed symptoms typical of autism, such as repetitive behavior.

Afterwords, researchers used the feces of the mice in the first group to perform a fecal transplant on the mice in the second group to effectively transfer the pro-inflammatory gut bacteria. As suspected, the mice from the second group also developed autism-like behavior.

While researchers have only conducted the study on mice, it does provide a foundation for further research that could determine the extent the mother’s gut health contributes to the development of neurodevelopmental disorders.

“In terms of translating our work to humans, I think the next big step would be to identify features of the microbiome in pregnant mothers that correlate with autism risk,” Lukens said. “I think the really important thing is to figure out what kind of things can be used to modulate the microbiome in the mother as effectively and safely as we can.”

While blocking IL-17a also might offer a way to prevent autism, Lukens said it comes with certain risks. “If you think about pregnancy, the body is basically accepting foreign tissue, which is a baby,” he said. “As a result, maintenance of embryonic health demands a complex balance of immune regulation, so people tend to shy away from manipulating the immune system during pregnancy.”

He suggested there are plenty of other molecules to explore, as IL-17a is just a tiny part of a much bigger picture.

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A month after we decided to adopt a 4-year-old, my wife said ‘We should give her back’

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Claire and I tried for a baby for too long. Tiring doctor visits and IVF treatments became our reality, and when we both felt like we were too overwhelmed by everything, we decided to adopt – 4-year-old Sophie was everything we have ever dreamed of.

She was the most beautiful little girl who had spent her life in the foster system since the day she was born.

From day one, she started calling her mom and dad. Finally, life seemed perfect, until I returned home one day and Sophie clung to my leg and said she didn’t want to leave our home.

Her words confused me. “You are not going anywhere,” I assured her.

A month after we decided to adopt a 4-year-old, my wife said 'We should give her back' — Pexels

But then I saw Claire. She had tears in her eyes and looked at me as though she had done something wrong.

“We need to talk,” she said, “I think we should give her back.”

“Claire, what are you talking about. You wanted to adopt, it was your idea in the first place. That little girl calls us mom and dad,” I said, her words feeling like a knife in my chest.

Claire started crying. She said she didn’t think she was good enough of a mother to Sophie.

I assured her she was awesome, the mother every child could ever wish for. And then, she opened up and revealed that it was her mother who planted the seeds of doubt in her.

Her mom said we rushed with the decision to adopt a 4-year-old, that we should have tried harder for a baby, or at least we should have adopted an infant. She said that older children have issues, like the one time Sophie threw a tantrum at the supermarket, but it wasn’t anything big, just a typical 4-year-old child’s behavior.

As we talked, we noticed Sophie at the door of the kitchen. She probably overheard our conversation.

In the days to come, she didn’t come to our bed for a silly story before going to sleep. She just stood at the door of her room as though she waited us to tell her she would no longer be part of our family. Seeing her like that broke my heart into a million pieces.

Eventually, we sought counseling. Claire did her best to overcome her fears of failing as a mother. Day by day, things became better and better.

It took some time, but the family we’ve always dreamed of overcame the obstacles.

Sophie regained our trust. With each passing day, she knew we wouldn’t return her anywhere. She was there to stay.

One day, as we were having lunch, someone knocked on the door. It was Claire’s mother. My heart stopped for a second. I had a feeling that her presence and her words would take us back to the beginning. But I was wrong.

Claire’s mom held a stuffed rabbit in her hands. She approached Sophie and said, “Hey little one, sorry I wasn’t around for so long.”

As expected, Sophie wasn’t sure if she should get any closer. She had only seen her grandmother once or twice, but I told her she should approach closer.

Claire’s mom apologized for everything. For ever doubting in her daughter’s ability to give love to a child she didn’t give birth to.

Things finally fell into place.

The decision to adopt Sophie, the most loving and caring 4-year-old girl there is, was the best we could ever make.

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Michelle Obama sets the record straight on divorce rumors in new podcast

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On a new podcast alongside her brother, former First Lady Michelle Obama opened up about details of her personal life, reports The New York Times.

The podcast, titled IMO, premiered on Wednesday and the trailer featured insights into Michelle’s marriage as rumors of her divorce from former President Barack Obama filled headlines.

“I couldn’t have gotten through eight years in the White House without my big brother,” Michelle said speaking of her role as a first lady between 2009 and 2017.

“… being married to the president of the United States [is a] thing that that none of us kind of banked on. We knew Barack was smart and ambitious, but, you know…,” she added.

She explained that on their podcast, she and Craig, who serves as the executive director of the National Association of Basketball Coaches, would be answering questions from viewers about “the challenges you’re grappling with in life… whether you’re navigating the gray areas of marriage and raising kids, or dealing with a little friend drama—or even figuring out how to put yourself out there in the dating world.”

Michelle Obama admitted she has always disliked politics, but it was her brother, Craig Robinson, who convinced her to support her husband in running for president.

The hosts will speak of Robinson’s divorce from his first wife and his marriage to current wife Kelly McCrum Robinson. They will also address the rumors surrounding the alleged divorce of the Obamas that has been a much-discussed topic in recent months.

The rumors of their separation spread so far that some media outlets claimed Barack Obama was dating Friends star Jennifer Aniston. The actress, however, denied the rumors during an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, saying she has only met the former president once.

Michelle and her brother will eventually introduce celebrity guests, some of whom appeared on Obama’s previous production The Michelle Obama Podcast, including director Tyler Perry; and new guests, like actors Seth Rogen and Keke Palmer.

On Wednesday, the former first lady was a guest on Sophia Bush’s podcast, Work in Progress, where she discussed life after her daughters have moved out.

“[Life] is whatever I want, Sophia, It’s whatever I want,” she said, adding that life of an “empty nester” is liberating.

“It’s the first time in my life all of my choices are for me.”

Michelle Obama then discussed the position of the woman in society, saying that when they give themselves the permission to prioritize themselves, they face struggles and issues.

“That’s the thing that we as women, I think… we struggle with disappointing people. I mean, so much so, that this year people were… they couldn’t even fathom that I was making a choice for myself that they had to assume that my husband and I are divorcing.”

The rumors came as a result of Michelle’s absence from Jimmy Carter’s funeral and Donald Trump’s inauguration.

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8-year-old takes action over friend’s school lunch debt

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If you feel like you have lost your faith in humanity, fear not, because eight-year-old Cayden Taipalus is here to restore it.

When this young man noticed that one of his friends was denied a warm meal at school, he decided to take matters in his own hands.

8-year-old paid off his friend’s school lunch debt after he was denied food. — Ella Olsson/ Pexels

Namely, one day, at the Challenger Elementary in Howell, Michigan, Cayden saw his friend being handed a sandwich instead of a hot meal due to insufficient funds in his lunch account. This broke his heart, and he knew he needed to make a difference.

Once home, Cayden was quick to share what he saw with his mother, telling her that the entire situation made him feel sort of sad. His mom, Amber Melke-Peters, agreed that they needed to do something in order to prevent things like that taking place in the future so the two came up with the idea of founding a fundraising webpage called: “Pay It Forward: No Kid Goes Hungry.”

Cayden sought help from friends, family, and neighbors, requesting donations to pay off his friend’s lunch debt, and that of other friends.

However, his initiative went beyond money as his story spread around, inspiring many.

He even started a recycling campaign to raise funds independently and approached the school’s lunch staff with the request that these funds be directed to the accounts of students experiencing financial difficulties.

Since the start of Cayden’s initiative, over $41,000 have been raised, enabling him to provide lunches for plenty of struggling students.

Cayden’s ultimate goal is that no child goes without receiving a hot meal during a school day.

Speaking to ABC News, his mother said, “I am so very proud of my son. He is only 8 years old, and to grasp the concept around this is just amazing in my eyes. He has a heart of gold.”

The stirring sensation in Cayden’s stomach evolved into a project with the capacity to ensure that plenty of children receive hot meals during lunchtime.

He inspired many to contribute to his initiative.

“We contributed to this and think it is a wonderful project you chose to do. I hope that someone has nominated your project to the Make a Difference program. Cayden, you have truly made a difference,” a person wrote, and added: “You have done a wonderful job of helping a lot of kids. You wouldn’t think in a land of plenty that there would be hungry kids, but the reality is, for many children, what they get to eat at school may be their only meal of the day. It is heartbreaking. They say it takes a village to raise a child, and this is a way of us helping to raise a few kids, and let them keep their dignity.”

Cayden’s story of going to great lengths to pay off his friend’s lunch debt is yet another reminder that nothing is impossible, all it takes is will and determination.

It is because of people like this sweet boy with a heart of gold that this world is a better place.

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Fears faulty ‘Jesus nut’ caused helicopter crash that killed entire family

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Following the tragic helicopter accident that claimed the lives of an entire family of five, as well as that of the pilot, aviation expert Julian Bray suggests a possible cause.

According to him, the reason of the crash and the helicopter breaking apart in midair and plunging into the Hudson River, landing upside down, could be a faulty “Jesus nut.”

“Jesus nut” is a single bolt that holds the entire rotor system together in helicopters. In case this nut fails mid-air, nothing else holds the rotor on and the aircraft becomes uncontrollable. The name comes from the idea that if it falls off, Jesus is the only hope. That’s how vital this part is.

Expert believes the reason behind the helicopter crash that claimed the lives of six could eb a faulty "Jesus nut." — Reuters

Speaking to The Sun, the expert explained, “What appears to have happened with this particular helicopter is that the rotor, the main rotor… had detached, because in one video we see the blades spinning away from the helicopter.

“But this appears to have sliced through the back half of the helicopter, so the fuselage then drops like a stone into the river Hudson right opposite Pier 41.”

He then spoke of the Jesus nut and the possibility of it being the cause of the tragic helicopter crash.

“There is a particular procedure which has to be checked every time it’s serviced, and it’s known as the Jesus Bolt… because without that the whole thing will fall apart,” he said.

“It looks as though it’s [the] Jesus bolt or Jesus PIN.”

Bray believes that because of some reason, this part was either defective or not tightened up.

Hudson River Helicopter Crash video shows that the rotor blades were fully detached from the fuselage but still spinning. This likely was NOT engine failure. pic.twitter.com/uomJlEt7n7

— Box Cat DGAF (@cgraft) April 10, 2025

The investigation is still ongoing, but videos from the tragic crash show the rotor indeed detaching from the helicopter.

A user commented under the video, “Hudson River Helicopter Crash video shows that the rotor blades were fully detached from the fuselage but still spinning. This likely was NOT engine failure.”

Yes, the propeller is completely missing. Here, the copter is upside down. pic.twitter.com/RC5dS4Ao0F

— Stating The Obvious (@Stating3Obvious) April 10, 2025

The crash claimed the lives of Agustín Escobar, the president of the Spanish branch of Siemens, his wife, Merce Camprubi Montal, and their three children, aged 4, 5, and 11 years old.

Allegedly, they arrived in New York the day prior and wanted to sightsee the city aboard the single-engine Bell 206 helicopter operated by New York Helicopter.

Just before the tragedy that claimed their lives, the family posed in front and inside the aircraft which was flying around 18 minutes before the deadly fall. They reportedly visited New York and booked the chopper to celebrate one of their children’s birthday.

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Elon Musk criticizes Earth’s 17-mile-long ‘death machine’ once believed it could destroy humankind

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The Hadron Collider, one of the most powerful science tools dubbed “death machine,” stretches for 27 kilometres (17 miles) in a deep tunnel beneath the France-Switzerland border beneath Geneva.

Scientists build it to help them understand universe better, and in 2012, it helped discover the Higgs boson. “It is the fundamental force-carrying particle of the Higgs field, which is responsible for granting other particles their mass,” according to Space. “This field was first proposed in the mid-sixties by Peter Higgs.”

The Hadron Collider (CERN). — The Hadron Collider (CERN)

However, besides the importance of the Hadron Collider, there have been a number of theories about its ability to destroy humankind.

Back in the day, media outlets claimed that scientists could make contact with parallel universes through their discoveries and disapprove the Bing Bang theory.

Tech-billionaire and head of DOGE, the Department of Government Efficiency, Elon Musk dubbed it “a demonic technology” and many believe his post about it on X wasn’t a joke.

Back in 2022, he posted, “Please let me use the CERN Large Hadron Collider. I am normal and can be trusted with a demonic technology unlike anything the world has ever seen,” which according to many only triggered more apocalyptic predictions about this technology.

All of a sudden, the phrase “death machine” started trending again, with people expressing their fears regarding their lives and humanity.

Some claimed that the logo of CERN, the European particle physics laboratory where the Large Hadron Collider is located, looked like 666.

There have been those who are convinced the scientists at CERN hide dangerous secrets and that the “death machine” could open black holes and tear the universe. Also, they say that the Shiva statue at the facility stands as a symbol of destruction. In fact, India gifted the statue to the facility and it represents the cycle of creation and change.

Elon Musk highlighted CERN in 2022

Keyword used “DEMONIC”

“Please let me use CERN large hadron collider: I am normal and can be trusted with a demonic technology unlike anything the world has ever seen.” https://t.co/Uo5l86s01V pic.twitter.com/auvTwTRq7S

— MJTruthUltra (@MJTruthUltra) March 28, 2024

Also, Musk’s post was likely a subtle reflection on how humans approach powerful tech.

The truth is that with the rise of technology, it is understandable that people have mixed feelings worry of the long-lasting effects on humanity.

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Pilot’s chilling final radio message to base before deadly NYC helicopter crash kills six in Hudson River

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A family of five, including three children, were killed in a helicopter crash that happened on Thursday, April 10, at around 3:17 pm, with the aircraft breaking apart in midair and plunging into the Hudson River.

Before it hit the water, the helicopter spined uncontrollably, according to witnesses.

Dani Horbiak, a witness, told ABC News she heard what “sounded almost like gunshots in the sky.” She then noticed parts of metal falling down from the sky.

Radar data showed the helicopter circling near the Statue of Liberty, flying north along the Manhattan skyline to the George Washington Bridge and then back south before the crash after being in the sky for approximately 18 minutes.

A family of five, including three children, were killed in a helicopter crash that happened on Thursday, April 10, at around 3:17 pm, with the aircraft breaking apart in midair and plunging into the Hudson River. — EPA

According to The Telegraph, the owner of New York Helicopter which provided the tour and the chopper, Michael Roth, said the helicopter needed fuel.

“He [the pilot] called in that he was landing and that he needed fuel, and it should have taken him about three minutes to arrive, but 20 minutes later, he didn’t arrive.”

It was another pilot who noticed the helicopter into the Hudson River and alerted Roth.

“We’re all devastated. Every employee in our company is devastated. My wife has not stopped crying.

“The death of the child, of any human being, is a monumental disaster.”

The passengers losing their lives were Spanish tourists who were identified as Agustín Escobar, the CEO of Rail Infrastructure at Siemens Mobility, his wife Merce Camprubi Montal, and their three children. The pilot, 36, also lost his life.

The family posed in front and inside the helicopter before the deadly flight.

Following the crash, emergency services arrived at the scene and all of the bodies were recovered.

“Recovery operations have been secured for the night. Major parts of the aircraft have not been recovered so dive operations by the NYPD and NJSP will resume tomorrow morning,” Jersey City Mayor Steven said in a post.

President Trump shared his condolences about the lives lost in the helicopter crash over Hudson River. He wrote the investigation is ongoing and there would be answers.

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The meaning of wearing ankle bracelets

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Ankle bracelets have been a fancy jewelry worn for many years. Why these bracelets are still popular among women is because they are discreet yet charming.

However, besides being an accessory, ankle bracelets also carry certain symbolisms that vary across cultures.

For example, in certain cultures, they are a representation of wealth and status, while in others they are related to spirituality and hold religious significance.

In ancient Egypt, people wore ankle bracelets because they believed it would protect them from evil spirits and would bring them luck and prosperity. Women of lower social classes wore anklets made of leather or strings. Those who were wealthy, wore ones made of precious metals and gems. The richer the husband, the more gems on their bracelet.

Field workers wore ankle bracelets with pendants because it helped keep insects away while they were working on the fields.

In India, however, this fashion accessory is mostly worn by married women and demonstrates their union and status.

Further, anklets are mentioned in some of the stories of The Arabian Nights, a famous collection of Middle Eastern folktales and stories translated to many languages. There, anklets are believed to be represented as a symbol related to prostitution.

Sumerians and Romans wore it in order to show their wealth and status.

Ankle bracelets made their way into the Western cultures in the mid-1900s.

Nowadays, anklets are a nice way to add a little spark to our step. They are attractive and appealing, and loved by women from all around the world.

They can be worn during casual outing, as an accessory for beach vacations and resort wear, at formal events, as well as during weddings, festivals, and other cultural celebrations.

Their popularity has definitely stood the test of time.

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Man who protected royal family through darkest hour dies at 77

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image-127-485x600 (1) — Wikimedia Commons

Prince Harry and Prince William’s relationship has been a rocky one during the last couple of years, but it wasn’t always like that. In fact, while growing up, the two shared a really close bond and went through a lot together, including losing their mother, Princess Diana, when they were still rather young.

One person that witnessed the two princes growing up and sharing their happiness and sadness together was Graham Craker, the man who served 35 years as a Metropolitan Police officer and was also the brothers’ personal bodyguard for 15 years.

Sadly, Graham Craker, nicknamed ‘Crackers’ by the brothers, passed away aged 77.

On the day of Lady Di’s tragic passing, Craker accompanied Harry and William to Balmoral. He also walked behind them on the day of their mother’s funeral.

“I was standing at the rear of the hearse and William looked up and acknowledged me. I looked toward him and nodded. William was comforted that I was with his mum on her final journey,” he shared with The New York Post.

“There were people in tears, on their knees crossing themselves, throwing flowers at the hearse.

“The bit that amazed me is when we got on the northbound M1, even the southbound traffic had stopped and people got out of their cars and bowed in respect.”

Graham Craker in the front seat of the hearse carrying Princess Diana’s coffin the night before her funeral in September 1997 (BBC News and Current Affairs)

In the past, Craker recalled those sad moment, saying that seeing Prince William the morning after his mother’s funeral was the most emotional.

He remembered approaching the young prince, who was taking his dog for a walk, and saying, “I’m very, very sorry to hear your bad news.” William said “Thank you.”

In his memoir Spare, Harry describes the close relationship the brothers had with Craker.

“The driver had to keep pulling over so the bodyguard could get out and clear the flowers off the windscreen,” Harry wrote.

“The bodyguard was Graham. Willy and I liked him a lot. We always called him Crackers. We thought that was hysterical.”

Ten years following his retirement, Craker attended William and Kate’s wedding, another testament of the appreciation the royals had for him and his work.

Additionally, he received the Royal Victorian Order from Queen Elizabeth II, a recognition for individuals who have personally served the monarchy.

Craker’s two sons conformed the news of their father’s passing, calling him “an incredible man” who “lived his life so selflessly.”

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Trump administration targeting masturbation through a new U.S. law

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State senator Angela Paxton, the wife of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, has introduced a bill that would make it difficult for people to buy s*x toys, which many saw as Trump and his administration waging a ‘war’ on masturbation.

The bill tends to punish online retailers that sell an ‘obscene device’ to people without age verification.

Retailers violating the regulations could face a $4,000 fine and a year of prison time.

A separate bill introduced by Trump’s administration asks from major retailers such as Walmart, Costco, and CVS to stop reselling s*x toys, making them available exclusively at “s*xually oriented businesses” such as s*x shops and strip clubs.

State senator Angela Paxton, the wife of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, has introduced a bill that would make it difficult for people to buy s*x toys, which many saw as Trump and his administration waging a 'war' on masturbation. — Senator Angela Paxton/ Brandon Bell/Getty Images

As expected, the bills triggered backlash with many accusing Trump’s administration of interfering with people’s private lives.

A 1973 Texas law banned the sale of s*x toys anywhere on the territory of Texas. In 2003, the law was amended to make it a criminal offense to own more than six of these devices. However, five years later, the update was declared unconstitutional.

Speaking to Daily Observer, Dr. Shamyra Howard, a licensed clinical social worker and sex educator, said, “Requiring ID to purchase a s*x toy sends the message that pleasure is something to be policed and surveilled.

“It pathologizes something that is completely normal and turns a private, healthy act into something shameful.

“This kind of legislation doesn’t protect people; it embarrasses them. It creates unnecessary barriers and reinforces harmful stigmas that many of us have spent years trying to dismantle.”

She also highlighted the benefits of using these toys and the importance of making it easy to purchase them.

“What’s often overlooked is that s*x toys are not just about pleasure. They’re also part of comprehensive sexual wellness.

“Men use them too, both for pleasure and to manage erectile issues, neuropathy from diabetes and poor blood flow related to high blood pressure.

“There are devices designed to support pain management, pelvic floor health, s*x toys even help people manage mental health issues through stress relief and help to re-establish intimacy after medical procedures or trauma.”

It seems like the “war” on masturbation by Trump and his administration surprised and angered many.

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Brave mother hunted down 10 gang members involved in her daughter’s murder

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The attempt of a desperate mother to revenge her daughter who was killed by the Zeta Cartel in Mexico mirrors the plot of the famous 2008 movie Taken.

Miriam Elizabeth Rodríguez Martínez of San Fernando, Tamaulipas showed immense bravery when she decided to take things in her own hands in the mission to track her daughter’s killers down, New York Times reported.

When 20-year-old Karen Alejandra Salinas Rodríguez went missing, the family was desperate. Soon after, they got calls from the kidnappers who demanded ransom. Although the family managed to find the money and paid for Karen’s safe return, she was brutally murdered and her remains were found on an abandoned ranch in 2014.

Unable to live with the fact that her daughter’s killers were free, Miriam spent three years on a personal vendetta mission.

This mother eventually hunted down 10 gang members involved in her daughter’s murder.

Miriam Elizabeth Rodríguez Martínez hunted down 10 gang members involved in her daughter's murder. — Source: Facebook

Miriam changed her looks, had her hair cut and dyed it red, and pretended to be different people in order to get close to the killers’ family members and neighbors.

One time, she even met with one of the Zeta cartel’s members who tried to convince her that his clan had nothing to do with Karen’s murder and offered to help her in her search for a fee. During the meeting, someone called the man on the radio by his name, Sama, and that was just the lead she needed.

Once home, she started her search on the social media and stumbled upon a tagged photo of Sama in front of an ice-cream shop in the city of Ciudad Victoria, some two hours away. She was waiting for Sama to appear there for weeks, and when she finally saw him, she and a police officer who agreed to join her in her mission followed him to his place and wrote his address down.

However, until an arrest warrant was issued, Sama had left town. In September 2014, Sama entered Miriam’s son’s shop looking for hats when he recognized him. He called the police and Sama was arrested. He confessed his clan killed Karen and gave the names of his accomplices. That led to more people being put behind bars.

One of them was personally tracked down by Miriam. New York Times reported that Miriam had him at gun point and held him on the ground for an hour until police arrived.

Unfortunately, on Mother’s Day 2017, Miriam was shot 12 times in front of her home. She died at the scene, but she left the world knowing she revenged her daughter.

The heroic efforts of this brave mother who hunted down the gang members who killed her daughter were praised with a bronze plaque erected in her home city of San Fernando in her honor.

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Authorities release statement after autistic teenager reportedly shot 9 times by police, left fighting for his life

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17-year-old autistic teenager, who is also physically disabled, has been shot 9 times by police, Pocatello Police Department said in a statement.

The teenager sustained critical injuries and is left fighting for his life.

According to the police, they were alerted of a disturbance at the family’s home in Pocatello, just south of Yellowstone National Park, on Saturday evening after a neighbour saw the teen in question, Victor Perez, rolling on the ground of his yard.

When the police arrived at the scene, they believed Perez was waving with a knife at a female person, who turned out to be his mother.

In a live broadcast, Chief Roger Schei

17-year-old autistic teenager, physically disabled, has been shot 9 times by police. — Facebook/ City of Pocatello – City Hall

Brad Andres and his 19-year-old son, who own an autobody shop near the Perez’ family home, made the call to the police. “He’s just running at them with a knife and then falling over. I think he just stabbed himself, actually. […] He looks like he fell on the ground and kind of passed out,” the call that CBS News reported revealed.

The Chief’s statement continued: “Two females were just a few feet away in the yard and another male stood just outside the fence. Officers positioned just outside the yard gave repeated commands for the male to drop the knife. He did not comply, instead he stood up and advanced towards the officers while still armed.

“At that point, officers discharged their firearms, stopping when the male fell. PPD officers immediately began life-saving measures and the male was transported to the Portland Medical Center where he remains hospitalized.”

Andres, who witnessed the shooting, recorded a video and described it as the most graphic instance of police abuse he has ever seen.

“They never once asked, ‘What is the situation, how can we help?'” Andres said. “They ran up with their guns drawn, they triggered a mentally disabled person to react and when he reacted… they shot him.”

Andres added that the officers didn’t help de-escalate a situation. Instead, they “appeared to be like a death squad or firing squad.”

“You can see that the kid, after he was shot, wounded and down on the ground in pain, suffering from the shots, they continued to shoot at him,” Andres told East Idaho News, as per the Daily Mail.

“It looked sketchy. There’s a knife, there’s things in danger, so my son made the correct call to call 911 with the goal of helping his neighbor with this situation.”

He added that no one was in immediate danger.

Perez’s aunt said that her nephew was not going after the police. “He has [an] impairment. He can barely walk,” she said.

Following the incident in which Perez required resuscitation twice and underwent leg amputation, the public erupted in outrage over the police’s act.

According to Idaho News, the Eastern Idaho Critical Incident Task Force is conducting an investigation.

Chief Schei defended the officers, saying, “In situations like this, officers must make decisions in seconds, they asses threats, not just to themselves, but to those nearby. In this case, two individuals were within a few feat of an armed, non-compliant individual – the risk was immediate and the situation rapidly evolving.

“We know this incident has deeply affected the community, we are also aware of the videos circulating online which shows only one angle. The full picture requires careful review of all facts and evidence – PPD is not releasing the male’s name but can confirm he is 17 years old.”

Dylan Harrison, who was among the protesters in front of the police department, seeking justice for Perez, “highlights a much larger systemic issue that police respond with unnecessary force when they do not need to when the public needs help and support.”

He told Local News 8 that it was “horrifying” to watch police respond to “a child who was clearly experiencing a mental health crisis” with force.

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The residents, however, were alerted of it around 5 seconds before it struck.

“That was the biggest earthquake I’ve felt since moving to San Diego,” someone posted.

Residents reported several aftershocks after the earthquake, including one with a magnitude of 3.9.

It was one of the deadliest accidents California has ever seen, leaving 25 people dead and 135 injured.

His body was recovered from the wreckage 12 hours after the crash.

The innovative injectable substance could potentially help repair joint damage caused by degenerative diseases such as osteoarthritis, as well as sports injuries such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears.

The biomaterial is made of two components: a bioactive peptide that binds to a protein vital for cartilage growth, and modified hyaluronic acid.

The full-body X-ray scanners that were once used at nearly every airport revealed “too much.”

Although the ‘Rapiscan’ scanners are no longer in use in the US, people are still horrified when they think of them.

Being friends with Markle, however, didn’t stop Gwyneth Paltrow from expressing her pleasure of seeing Kate Middleton making a public appearance after the news of her cancer diagnosis and the treatments she had received.

Sources close to the investigation claim the helicopter was leased from a Louisiana-based company, called Meridian Helicopters.

Chris Carter is an author who has explored the idea of life after death by making an in-depth analysis of the experience of British poet, classicist, philologist, and a founder of the Society for Psychical Research, Frederic William Henry Myers.

“How long they remain in this nether region depends on how long they choose to remain in a selfish, morally undeveloped state.”

Since he hadn’t reached this level of afterlife, Myers claimed he had heard of it from other who had experienced it.

The issue with high-functioning alcoholics is that they function effectively and are often successful.

If confronted about their drinking, they tend to find excuses.

Goodman’s injury, however, would likely cause delays.

The toddler was born with a long, red birthmark on his head, and according to the community he belongs to, birthmarks are related to past life deaths.

Upon investigating, villages did find remains of a child and an axe exactly where the boy had pointed out.

Witnesses of the tragic helicopter crash reported seeing the main rotor blade flying off moments before the helicopter plunged into the Hudson River.

A recent study published in The Journal of Immunology offers fresh insights into the relationship between the microbiome and autism.

What holds the clue between microbiome and autism might be a molecule produced by the immune system called interleukin-17a, or IL-17a.

While researchers have only conducted the study on mice, it does provide a foundation for further research that could determine the extent the mother’s gut health contributes to the development of neurodevelopmental disorders.

She was the most beautiful little girl who had spent her life in the foster system since the day she was born.

As we talked, we noticed Sophie at the door of the kitchen. She probably overheard our conversation.

The decision to adopt Sophie, the most loving and caring 4-year-old girl there is, was the best we could ever make.

Michelle Obama admitted she has always disliked politics, but it was her brother, Craig Robinson, who convinced her to support her husband in running for president.

Cayden sought help from friends, family, and neighbors, requesting donations to pay off his friend’s lunch debt, and that of other friends.

He inspired many to contribute to his initiative.

He then spoke of the Jesus nut and the possibility of it being the cause of the tragic helicopter crash.

However, besides the importance of the Hadron Collider, there have been a number of theories about its ability to destroy humankind.

All of a sudden, the phrase “death machine” started trending again, with people expressing their fears regarding their lives and humanity.

Before it hit the water, the helicopter spined uncontrollably, according to witnesses.

The family posed in front and inside the helicopter before the deadly flight.

However, besides being an accessory, ankle bracelets also carry certain symbolisms that vary across cultures.

Sadly, Graham Craker, nicknamed ‘Crackers’ by the brothers, passed away aged 77.

In his memoir Spare, Harry describes the close relationship the brothers had with Craker.

As expected, the bills triggered backlash with many accusing Trump’s administration of interfering with people’s private lives.

She also highlighted the benefits of using these toys and the importance of making it easy to purchase them.

This mother eventually hunted down 10 gang members involved in her daughter’s murder.

Unfortunately, on Mother’s Day 2017, Miriam was shot 12 times in front of her home. She died at the scene, but she left the world knowing she revenged her daughter.

The teenager sustained critical injuries and is left fighting for his life.

Andres, who witnessed the shooting, recorded a video and described it as the most graphic instance of police abuse he has ever seen.

He added that no one was in immediate danger.

Introducing these significant changes to US trade policy, he described his move as a “declaration of economic independence.”

According to Trump, US was already “taking in almost $2 billion a day in tariffs.”

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