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.”
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“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.”
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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.
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According to TheTelegraph, 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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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.
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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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.
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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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.
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“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.
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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. Theactress, 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.”
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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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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.
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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.”
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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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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.
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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.”
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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
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.”
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.
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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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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.”
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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According to TheTelegraph, 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.
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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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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.
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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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.
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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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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.
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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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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 threeyears on a personal vendetta mission.
This mother eventually hunted down 10 gang members involved in her daughter’s murder.
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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.
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One of them was personally tracked down by Miriam. New York Timesreported 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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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.
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.”
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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.
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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.
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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 toldLocal 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 decision made by Trump to impose tariffs on nearly every country in the world has been a hot topic in recent days and while governments are overwhelmed by this drastic move, he justifies his choices claiming the States are the victim of “unfair trade.”
Trump announced the new round of tariffs, including 125% rate on goods imported from China, on April 2, referring to the decision as to a “Liberation Day.”
Introducing these significant changes to US trade policy, he described his move as a “declaration of economic independence.”
While a number of leaders from different countries are willing to avoid the tariffs by striking deals, others announced imposing tariffs to the USA on their own, most notably China, who now seems to have found itself in a trade war with the States.
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As he receives criticism from many, Trump asks from his people to trust his judgement, claiming that his politics will ultimately benefit them and will lead to the American industry being reborn.
On Tuesday, April 8, the POTUS revealed how much money the country is reportedly making from the tariffs.
According to Trump, US was already “taking in almost $2 billion a day in tariffs.”
“I really think we are helped by the tariff situation that is going on which is a good situation, not bad, its great.”
“It is going to be legendary, you watch, legendary in a positive way, I have to say.
“That is why additional tariffs on Chinese goods are in place effective midnight tonight at 104% until they make a deal with us that is what it is going to be.
“I think they’ll make a deal at some point, China wants to make a deal, they really do, they just don’t know how to get it started because they are proud people.”
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If you wonder how the tariffs for different countries are determined, the president argues that they are “reciprocal,” meaning, as he put it, “they charge us, we charge them.”
The administration’s tariff strategy is not always easy to follow. In general, countries that sell more goods to the US than they buy face increased tariffs.
Even if a country has no trade surplus, the administration imposes an additional charge at a universal baseline rate of 10%.
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Donald Trump hasn’t ruled out the prospect of seeking a third term in the White House.
On March 30, the POTUS told NBC’s Kristen Welker he’s “not joking” about a potential third stint in office.
Currently, the Constitution doesn’t allow a single person to serve as the president of the country for three times, but allegedly there is a “loophole” Trump intends to “use” in order to change this.
“No person shall be elected to the office of the President more than twice, and no person who has held the office of President or acted as President, for more than two years of a term to which some other person was elected President shall be elected to the office of the President more than once,” the Constitution states.
“But this Article shall not apply to any person holding the office of President when this Article was proposed by the Congress, and shall not prevent any person who may be holding the office of President, or acting as President, during the term within which this Article becomes operative from holding the office of President or acting as President during the remainder of such term.”
So far, Donald Trump has opened up about the idea of a third term a number of times, but not many believed he was serious – unless not until recently, when he clearly hinted there are ways for him to continue his presidency beyond 2028.
“A lot of people want me to do it. But, I mean, I basically tell them we have a long way to go, you know, it’s very early in the administration,” he explained. “I’m focused on the current.
“I like working. I’m not joking. But I’m not – it is far too early to think about it,” he said, adding “there are methods which you could do it.”
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Asked of the possibility JD Vance to run for a president and then pass the role to Trump, he answered, “That’s one,” adding there are other ways too but refused to provide other examples.
The world of film lost a star. Actor Simon Fisher-Becker, best known for his roles in Harry Potter and Doctor Who, died aged 63.
The news of his passing was announced by his husband, Tony, via a post through the late actor’s social media account.
“Hello everyone. This is Tony, Simon’s husband,” the post read. “I have some very sad news. At 2:50 this afternoon Simon passed away. I’ll be keeping this account open for a while. I’m not sure at this point if I’ll be posting again. Thank you.”
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His manager, Kim Barry, also confirmed the death of the actor.
“Today I lost not only a client in Simon Fisher-Becker, but a close personal friend of 15 years standing.
“I shall never forget the phone call I made to him when he was offered the part of Dorium Maldovar in BBC’s Doctor Who,” Barry told the New York Post. “Simon was also a writer, a raconteur and a great public speaker. He helped me out enormously and was kind, gracious and interested in everyone. My condolences go to his husband Tony, his brother, nieces and nephews and his legion of fans.”
His acting career spanned decades.
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Besides his iconic roles of the Fat Friar in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone and the blue-skinned intergalactic black marketeer in Doctor Who, Simon Fisher-Becker made several notable appearances in beloved British television programs such as One Foot in the Grave, The Bill, and Doctors.
He also had a small part in the Oscar-winning film Les Misérables.
Tributes poured in, with fellow actors and fans expressing their sadness over Fisher-Becker’s sudden passing.
Simon Fisher-Becker in Doctor Who (BBC)
“His stage routine was one of the funniest things I’ve heard in ages. A dear man who valued his audiences. RIP Simon, shine on,” a fan posted.
“Really sad news. I met him at a con a few years ago and he was really lovely,” another shared.
“Incredibly upsetting to hear. What’s lovely is that both Dorium and the maldovarium/maldovar market are plastered all over the Moffat era of Doctor who. He’ll never be forgotten,” a third fan expressed their sorrow.
The cause of death has not yet been confirmed.
Rest in peace, Simon Fisher-Becker.
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Dark eye circles are not that uncommon. In fact, many people struggle with them at some point in their life, and they can result from a range of factors.
The skin around the eyes is thinner and more delicate than that of other parts of our body, making it more prone to discoloration and blood flow.
While most under-eye bags are a result of temporary conditions such as lack of sleep, or maybe aging, they can also be a sign of more serious conditions.
But before we get to that, lets take a look at some of the less serious possible causes such as hyperpigmentation. This is a condition that can occur spontaneously or systematically as a result of sun exposure, allergic dermatitis, edema or swelling, hormones, and aging.
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This condition isn’t health-threatening and can be fixed though diet.
The swelling under the eyes can also be cause by an allergic reaction or excess buildup of fluids in the body. Also, they may appear with age due to the gravity affecting the collagen tissue of the under-eye skin, causing skin elasticity to weaken, sag, and build up fat tissue.
Other, more serious reasons, that cause dark eye circles can be poor circulation, food intolerance, and iron deficiency.
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One way to learn if your dark eye circles are due to poor circulation, try pushing gently against the skin there. When you take your finger away and notice the area becoming lighter and then getting dark again, slow blood flow might be what causes them.
Certain food allergies manifest through dark eye circles, according to the Mayo Clinic. They can be an allergic reaction to certain foods or added preservatives.
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The most serious condition is iron deficiency, especially if the dark eye circles are accompanied with other symptoms such as fatigue, frequent colds, and dizziness.
Low iron levels affect your body’s ability to produce hemoglobin, which is essential for carrying oxygen to cells. When this process is disrupted, poor blood circulation can lead to dark discoloration under the eyes.
*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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I used to think I had a solid grip on why infidelity happens, but the more I read about the reasons why women cheat, the more I realized it’s a lot more complex than I’d ever imagined. Cheating stings, and it often spells heartbreak for everyone involved. Yet it still happens, despite the enormous risks. Now, one expert has explained six primary factors behind this phenomenon, offering a fresh perspective on what drives some women to break their vows.
1. Feeling Emotionally Unfulfilled
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One of the biggest reasons why women cheat lies in emotional neglect. I’ve seen this in friends who tried to communicate but felt like their words never truly landed. According to a study done in the UK and Australia, around 65% of women who cheated said emotional emptiness was at the heart of their decision. Conversations that stay shallow or go ignored can leave anyone feeling alone, but for some women, this loneliness propels them toward an affair.
What Does “Emotional Unfulfillment” Look Like?
Psychology Today suggests that when discussions always remain surface-level, or supportive responses are absent, women might feel emotionally abandoned. Over time, that sense of neglect can push them to find comfort elsewhere.
2. A Deeper Emotional Abandonment
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Sometimes it’s not just feeling overlooked; it’s feeling truly disconnected from a partner. While men do stray for emotional reasons too, the research shows women are four times more likely to cheat if they believe their partner isn’t really into them. Tracey Cox, a world-leading relationship expert, points out that only about five percent of men cite this cause, but for women, it’s a bigger issue tied directly to self-esteem and emotional security.
3. Revenge After Disloyalty
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I’ve heard friends admit they cheated purely out of a desire to “even the score.” This third common motivation stems from a form of retaliation: a partner betrayed them first, so they retaliate in kind. Tracey Cox says it’s about regaining agency and dignity after feeling wronged. It might not be the healthiest response, but that urge to hurt someone in the same way you’ve been hurt can be irresistible.
4. Power Imbalances in the Relationship
Some women cheat to regain control in relationships where they feel inferior. They may sense a constant power struggle over finances, status, or major life choices. If a partner is overly dominant or controlling, stepping outside the relationship can seem like a twisted path to self-empowerment. As Cox explains, if direct confrontation feels too risky, a covert affair might feel like the only way to tip the scales.
What Causes Power Struggles?
A few examples include:
Financial disparities
One partner making major decisions without input
Blame constantly placed on one person
Feeling unheard or dismissed
5. Dissatisfaction in Bed
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It’s not just men who look elsewhere for excitement in the bedroom. A lackluster sex life is one of the reasons why women cheat, too. Nearly nine percent of women who strayed said it was simply because they weren’t getting their needs met at home. The fix often involves open-mindedness, trying new things, and honest discussions about desires. When both partners feel respected and satisfied, the temptation to seek thrills elsewhere generally goes down.
6. Stress Management
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Sometimes, the simplest explanation is stress. Balancing work, raising a family, running a household—these responsibilities can feel crushing. According to Cox, some women turn to an affair to escape feeling overwhelmed or underappreciated. It’s their version of “me time,” a moment to indulge in pleasure rather than being stretched too thin by constant obligations.
The Expert Behind the Insights
Tracey Cox has made a career out of helping people navigate love and intimacy. She’s authored 17 books, shared her expertise on CNN and Oprah, and even launched her own line of bedroom-enhancing products. Her insight into the reasons why women cheat gives us a window into the emotional and psychological landscape leading to infidelity.
Preventing Infidelity Through Connection
If there’s a silver lining here, it’s that many of these factors boil down to unmet emotional or physical needs. Taking time to truly connect—through conversations, shared hobbies, or simply laughing at life’s curveballs—can keep a relationship healthy. Cox also advises mixing it up in and out of the bedroom, because novelty can reignite the spark that keeps two people faithful.
Building a Stronger Bond
At the end of the day, even good relationships have lulls. Boredom might set in, or life just feels too routine. Yet understanding these six reasons why women cheat can help couples address underlying issues before they boil over. By staying open-minded, trying new experiences, and remembering to communicate about the little things, partners can fortify their connection and minimize the risk of straying down a painful path.
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A number of people who have been diagnosed with severe illnesses such as cancer have opened up about their regrets regarding their failure to listen to their bodies and pay attention to the subtle signs.
The truth is that many of the symptoms of different types of cancer may be shared with other more common and less serious illnesses, so people tend to dismiss them. They only start paying attention to the changes in their body when the disease reaches certain stage.
Marly Garnreiter is one of those people who did not listen to the signs her body was warning her about. When she decided to visit a doctor, she was told that she was feeling unwell due to stress and failed to diagnose her properly.
She later learned she had Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
Another person whose life story is similar to that of Garnreiter is Dilan Patel, a man who avoided visiting the doctor because he was “embarrassed” of one of the common symptoms – night sweats.
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“I’d wake up in the middle of the night drenched in sweat,” he said in a TikTok video.
“I mean SOAKED. My clothes, my bed – everything would be wet. It happened 2-3 times every single night. At first, I just thought, ‘Maybe I’m getting too hot under the covers?’ So I brushed it off.
“Weeks turned into months, and the night sweats didn’t stop. Looking back now, there were other signs, too. I was exhausted all the time, but I just thought it was because I was working long hours.”
Also, his skin felt dry and itchy all the time, forcing him to carry a moisturizer with him all the time.
“I had really itchy skin,” Dilan recalled. “I remember my legs especially used to itch really bad until the point where I’d scratch them until they bled.”
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He continued: “I used to carry a little tub of body lotion around with me. I just thought I was getting dry skin because of the weather changes.”
However, Dilan didn’t ask for medical advice until he felt a lump in his armpit.
After running a number of tests, Dilan was told he had stage 4 Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
“Five tumours. It had even spread to my lung. I couldn’t believe it. I’d spent so long brushing off my symptoms, convincing myself they weren’t a big deal”, he shared.
“But my body had been screaming at me for almost two years. If there’s one thing I’ve learned from this experience, it’s to pay attention to your body.
“Those little signs and symptoms? They’re there for a reason. Don’t wait until it’s too late.”
After undergoing severe treatments, including rounds of chemotherapy, he’s now cancer-free for nine years.
According to NHS, “Hodgkin lymphoma is an uncommon cancer that develops in the lymphatic system, which is a network of vessels and glands spread throughout your body.”
It mostly affects people aged 20 to 40, as well as those older than 75. In the UK only, the number of people diagnosed with this form of cancer is 2,100 each year.
If diagnosed on time, it can be successfully treated.
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Lori Vallow Daybell, the 51-year-old Idaho mother who killed her two children, faced court once again on April 7, this time for a conspiracy to murder her 4th husband, Charles Vallow.
She has been charged with allegedly conspiring to have her husband killed so she could marry her new love, Chad Daybell, a religious novelist known for writing books about doomsday.
During the trial, Lori represented herself and tried to portray her husband as the aggressor in the relationship who led himself to death following an incident, claiming he once chased her with a bat.
“Spouses having insurance policies is not a crime. Collecting Social Security is not a crime. Self-defense is not a crime,” Lori Vallow Daybell told the jury. “A family tragedy is not a crime – it’s a tragedy.”
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Charles died back in 2019 after he was fatally shot by Lori’s brother, Alex Cox.
The murder happened at Lori’s Arizona home.
Following the deadly shooting, Alex called 911 to report the killing. He claimed he had been attacked by a bat and that he shot Charles in self-defense.
Cox died that same year of natural causes, as reported by authorities.
Facing the court on April 7, Lori, who has been sentenced to life in prison for killing her children, J.J Vallow and Tylee Ryan, pleaded not guilty.
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Before her opening at court, Prosecutor Treena Kay claimed that phone records, witness accounts, and forensic proof will demonstrate that Cox’s shooting of Charles was not an act of self-defense.
“Lori Vallow wanted to be Lori Daybell, wife of Chad Daybell, and in July 2019 Lori Vallow wanted to keep the same lifestyle that she had with Charles. And she could get all of this if Charles was dead,” Kay said. “She could marry Chad Daybell and become Lori Daybell. She would get a million-dollar life insurance policy.
“Lori Vallow is why Alex was able to shoot Charles,” she said. “Lori Vallow is why Charles is dead.”
The “Doomsday Mother,” as the media refers to Lori, is also accused of attempted murder in connection with her ex-nephew-in-law, Brandon Boudreaux whose shooting happened within months of that of her husband.
Further, she attempted to call upon Brandon as a witness, but refused to reveal information about his testimony, claiming she didn’t want to give away her defence.
Since prosecutors hadn’t interviewed Brandon in advance, the judge informed the defendant that they cannot call witnesses without first providing the other party with sufficient notice and details about why the witnesses are relevant.
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Further, explaining why she decided to defend herself, Lori Vallow Daybell told True Crime Arizona, “There’s lots of reasons. I am not an attorney. I’m not an attorney. I do not have training to be an attorney. There’s something that I figured out when I got to this jail. You know, this experience has been five years running.
“I came here with the intention of having a speedy trial. Right? These charges came first. Right? They’re like five years old. I first talked to the attorneys, and I was like, they’ve had five years, the prosecutors, to put their case together.
“And I really want to go to trial, we need to go.”
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Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on several countries has shaken the entire world. However, this isn’t a move the president of one of the most powerful economies would make in haste. On the contrary, his plan to strengthen the US economy through these measures is something he has been discussing for years.
America imposing a 10% tariffs on nearly all imports, starting Friday night, is something Trump considers a “declaration of economic independence.”
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During a Rose Garden ceremony before signing the tariffs through an executive order, Trump declared, “We’re standing up for the American worker, and we are finally putting America first.”
Saying he’s aware he would face resistance from “globalists” and “special interests,” he asked his people to trust his judgement.
“Remember, every prediction made by our opponents about trade in the past 30 years has been utterly wrong,” Trump stated.
“April 2nd 2025 will forever be remembered as the day American industry was reborn. America’s destiny was reclaimed and the day that we began to make America wealthy again. For decades, our country has been looted, pillaged, raped and plundered by nations near and far, both friend and foe alike.”
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“Americans really suffered gravely. They watched in anguish as foreign leaders have stolen our jobs, foreign cheaters have ransacked our factories and foreign scavengers that have torn apart our once beautiful American dream.
“Our country and its taxpayers have been ripped off for more than 50 years, but it is not going to happen anymore,” Trump said.
Experts believe that the tariffs, that start at 10% but are different for different countries – 53% on China, 20% on both the European Union and South Korea – will affect American buyers, resulting in higher prices and sparking a global recession.
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According to Ken Rogoff, ex-chief economist at the International Monetary Fund, the risk of America falling into recession has risen to 50% following Trump’s decision.
“This essentially topples a nuclear device onto the global trading system,” Rogoff commented to the BBC, emphasizing the far-reaching effects of such tariffs on US import.
Further, the decision made by Trump’s administration to impose tariffs could escalate trade conflicts and strain relations with US allies like Japan and South Korea.
Despite the possible consequences, Trump expressed hope, saying, “Hopefully, in years to come, you will look back and realize we made the right choice.”
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The tragic passing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf, a Frisco ISD student-athlete, has resonated deeply within his Texas community.
Austin was tragically stabbed to death at a champions meet on April 2. Reportedly, he died in his twin’s brother’a arms.
According to witnesses, Austin got into an argument with another student, also 17, Karmelo Anthony, allegedly over a camping spot.
Sadly, as the argument got heated, Karmelo stubbed Austin in the heart, leaving him to bleed to death in his twin brother’s arms.
Austin was pronounced dead at the hospital.
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Hi brother, Hunter, recalled the incident.
“This kid was sitting under our tent at track, we asked him to move. He started getting aggressive and talking reckless and my brother stepped in and said, ‘you need to move,’” Hunter explained. “And he’s like, ‘Make me move.’”
A person who was at the scene said everything escalated very quickly. “Touch me and see what happens,” Karmelo allegedly said before he pulled a black knife and stabbed Austin after fleeing the scene.
Karmelo was later arrested but claimed he attacked Austin during an act of self-defense.
“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.
The devastated mother of the stabbed teen also broke her silence after her son’s tragic passing.
”My son is gone, and I don’t really have words,” Meghan Metcalf shared on The Will Cain Show and added: ”He’s just going to be so missed by mostly our family, but this whole community has really wrapped their arms around us. If I could say anything to the nation, I would say to make sure that you just hug your babies tight, because you don’t know when [is] the last time you get to do it.”
She said she has a hard time understanding how could a moment of anger lead to such a devastating loss.
“Just because the kid was mad – my son is not here anymore and I don’t understand it,” she said. “I am so angry at that boy. It’s just not fair.”
Austin was loved by the entire community and everyone who’s ever met him. He was a very successful athlete and a raising star.
The father of the killer, who has been since charged with first degree murder, claimed his son is a good boy who acted in self-defense.
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Parents of 10-year-old Autumn Bushman, a fourth-grader at Roanoke’s Mountain View Elementary School, shared their heartbreak over their daughter’s sudden passing and spoke of the events that led to the tragedy.
Mark and Summer Bushman say they have noticed their daughter’s behavior change weeks prior to her devastating decision to take her own life.
“She was the youngest and probably the wildest,” Autumn’s mother Summer said. “She was a ball full of energy. It didn’t matter if you thought she was going to fall through my living room floor. She was at it with the cartwheels inside of my house at all times.”
Mountain View Elementary School in Roanoke, Virginia that Autumn Bushman attended/ Google Maps
The Bushman family toldWDBJthat Autumn stared sleeping more, smiled less, and wore clothes darker in color than usual in the weeks preceding the tragedy.
Her obituary said she was a child who had “deep empathy, was soft-hearted, and always ready to lend a listening ear or offer support.”
Sadly, Autumn was a victim of b******g. Her parents allegedly knew about the ordeal their daughter was going through and reported it to the school, but the school didn’t take much action
Students at the school harassed Autumn because she always stood up for others and didn’t stay silent when something felt wrong.
“She was one if somebody was getting b*****d or picked on, she would stand up for them. And unfortunately, that may have made her a target for more b******g,” Summer Bushman said.
Sadly, Autumn wasn’t only target while at school, but through the social media too.
“This is an age where they have tablets and they have phones, so it’s happening around the clock. They can’t really escape,” her dad said.
In a statement to WDBJ, the Roanoke County Public Schools described Autumn’s death as a “tragic loss” and said that they would “stand in support of the family, friends, and Mountain View community.”
“While we cannot discuss the specifics of this situation due to federal privacy laws and out of respect for the family, we are conducting a thorough review. Our schools take all reports of bullying and conflicts among students very seriously”, the statement read.
“Our schools educate students and respond appropriately to specific situations when we are made aware, including working with parents and families of students involved.”
Autumn’s mom is urging other parents out there to act if they notice anything unusual about their children’s behavior in order to stop tragedies like this from taking place.
“Go through your child’s cell phone to make sure that they are being kind to other children [and] to make sure children are being kind to them,” she said.
Our thoughts and prayers go to the grieving family.
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Most of us have stayed at a hotel at some point in our life, and no matter if our experience has been a pleasant one or not, we’ve probably noticed the long strip of fabric lying across the foot of the beds and wondered about its purpose.
Well, if you are a frequent visitor of different hotels you are probably already familiar with the function it serves. However, those of you who believe it’s only there just to make the bed look better, you might be wrong.
In fact, the fabric strip placed across beds at hotels is there for a reason.
Namely, one of the purposes it serves is to protect the bedding. Namely, guests often toss their suitcases and clothes on the bed when entering the room, so the fabric runner on the bed acts like a protective barrier. Since their color is often dark, they don’t get as dirty as the white sheets, right?
Further, it also serves as a food placement, with guests placing their food on it in order to avoid spills and crumbs on the linen.
Many of the guests rest their feet on the linen, again, protecting the white sheets from getting dirty.
The not so good thing about the fabric strip placed across hotel beds is that it doesn’t get cleaned as often as the bed sheets because it doesn’t get dirty as much.
Since bed runners protect the bed from getting dirty by the guests’ shoes, feet, and luggage and are not that clean, you may want to take them off completely before taking a good night sleep.
