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TikTok influencer criticised for cleaning abandoned graves
A cleaning influencer known as ‘The Clean Girl’ has faced criticism after posting TikTok videos of herself cleaning graves. She enthusiastically scrubs neglected graves, believing ‘everyone deserves a beautiful resting place.’ However, her actions have stirred controversy, with some viewers arguing that touching graves without permission is disrespectful. In one of her popular videos, she comments, “Let’s clean a random…
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Mark Rylance reflects on ‘Intimacy’ sex scene challenges
Mark Rylance, renowned for his roles in films like “The Outfit” and “Bridge of Spies,” has shared the challenges he faced starring in the film ‘Intimacy’. The 64-year-old actor and playwright has a diverse filmography, but one film stands out for its explicit content. Fans of his role in “The BFG” might be surprised to learn about his experience in…
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Morin family criticises Biden’s ‘lack of compassion’ over murder
Rachel Morin’s family, grieving the loss of the Maryland mother of five who was brutally murdered, criticised the Biden administration for its “lack of compassion” regarding her death. The family claims the suspected murderer, Victor Antonio Martinez-Hernandez, is an illegal immigrant from El Salvador. Randolph Rice, the Morin family’s spokesperson, conveyed the family’s “deep” disappointment with President Biden and Vice…
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Football injuries claim lives of three US teen players
Cohen Craddock, a lively 13-year-old known for his selflessness, was the youngest in his family. His father, Ryan Craddock, described him as compassionate and always eager to lift others’ spirits. The Craddock family in West Virginia is now grieving his loss. Cohen died on Saturday following a football practice injury on Friday. His death is one of three involving student…
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Lone dolphin attacks beach-goers at Wakasa Bay, Japan
A solitary dolphin might be responsible for attacking several beach-goers in Japan. While sharks typically receive the warnings at beaches, visitors to Wakasa Bay, known for its stunning beaches, have been cautioned about dolphins in the waters over the past few years. Dolphins are usually friendly and sociable. However, experts think a lone bottlenose dolphin could be causing a series…
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FBI reveals details on Trump assassination attempt in Pennsylvania
The FBI has revealed new details about the attempted assassination of former president Donald Trump last month. On July 13, at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks opened fire on the crowd. The attack injured two attendees, killed one, and wounded Trump, who was shot in the ear. Shortly after firing eight bullets, Crooks was shot and…
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Former Nevada politician gets life for journalist’s murder
A former Nevada politician has received a life sentence after being convicted of murdering journalist Jeff German in September 2022. Robert Telles, the former Clark County public administrator, was found guilty on Wednesday and will be eligible for parole after serving at least 20 years. During the reading of the guilty verdict, Telles looked down and shook his head. Clark…
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Armie Hammer sells truck due to high fuel costs
Armie Hammer has disclosed that he had to sell his truck because he can no longer afford the fuel costs. The actor’s career nosedived in 2021 following several serious allegations, including claims of physical abuse, rape, and cannibalistic fantasies. Hammer has denied these accusations, and earlier this year, it was reported that no charges were filed against him. Recently, Hammer…
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Man jailed for poisoning wife to marry her daughter
A 71-year-old man admitted to poisoning his wife’s soda with drugs to kill her and marry her daughter. Alfred Ruf, hailing from Indiana, pleaded guilty in July to aggravated battery for the attempted poisoning of his wife. He confessed to police that he had been spiking her drinks with a substance provided by her daughter from a previous marriage. In…
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Gorillas caught mating in front of zoo visitors
A zoo visit is usually a delightful family outing, offering a chance to see exotic animals up close. Typically, families might enjoy animal shows and even pet some friendly creatures. But not everything goes as planned. Unexpected antics can catch visitors off guard. For instance, zoo animals, often well-behaved, can sometimes act out. Mating is a natural part of life…
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Jennifer Lopez files for divorce from Ben Affleck after two years
Fans of “Bennifer” were left devastated last week when Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from Ben Affleck after two years of marriage. Lopez submitted the papers on August 20, marking exactly two years since their grand wedding in Georgia. Rumours had circulated for months about trouble in their marriage. Last month, Affleck and Lopez listed their Beverly Hills home for…
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Philadelphia police seek help identifying young armed carjackers
The Philadelphia Police Department seeks assistance from the public to identify two young armed carjackers, including one believed to be as young as 10 years old. Authorities released a video showing the suspects involved in four armed carjackings in North Philadelphia between 16 August and 22 August. The first incident occurred on 16 August, just before 10 p.m., on Girard…
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Possible explosion at Delta facility kills two, injures one
A “possible explosion” at Delta Air Lines’ Atlanta Technical Operations Maintenance facility at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport resulted in the deaths of two workers and left one seriously injured. Delta TechOps and first responders confirmed the incident. The accident occurred on Tuesday morning at Delta’s wheel and brake shop. Responders discovered three Delta employees on the floor and worked to…
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Aggressive water buffalo loose in Iowa, residents warned
Residents in Iowa are being advised to avoid an injured water buffalo that has been on the loose since Saturday. Officers from the Pleasant Hill Police Department responded to a call about an “animal in the road” in the city, roughly six miles east of Des Moines, on Saturday. The animal, identified as a water buffalo, was described by its…
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Rice University student killed in shocking murder-suicide
New information has surfaced regarding the Rice University student fatally shot in an apparent murder-suicide that shocked the prestigious Houston institution on the first day of classes. Andrea Rodriguez Avila, 21, was a junior studying political science and pre-law, originally from Nottingham, Maryland. She had transferred to Rice in spring 2024 from the Community College of Baltimore County. Avila was…
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Dog breeder found dead, 10 puppies missing in Colorado
Authorities in Colorado are investigating a homicide after a dog breeder was found dead on Saturday, and up to 10 puppies were discovered missing from his property in Clear Creek County, according to the sheriff’s office. Paul Peavey, 57, was last in contact on the night of August 19. His body was found by community volunteers around noon on Saturday,…
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New York man kills four family members amid mental health crisis
Before allegedly using a pump-action shotgun to kill four family members, a New York auto mechanic exhibited clear signs of distress and made threats that were widely discussed in his neighbourhood, yet no one informed the police. The tragic quadruple homicide in Syosset, Long Island, might have been prevented if someone had contacted authorities about the mental health issues of…
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Trump narrowly escapes assassination attempt at Pennsylvania rally
Six weeks have passed since the assassination attempt on Donald Trump. On July 13, the 45th former US president narrowly escaped death when 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks fired at him during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Crooks, positioned on a slanted roof just 150 meters away, opened fire and was subsequently killed by the Secret Service 26 seconds later. Volunteer…
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Body of missing Massachusetts man found under South Carolina
Authorities in South Carolina believe they have located the body of a missing Massachusetts man, Stanley Kotowski, who vanished over a week ago while on holiday with his family on Hilton Head Island. According to a Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office report, Kotowski, age 60, was last seen departing his family’s rental in Sea Pines on the morning of 16 August.…
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Jocelyn Wildenstein shares throwback photo, denies surgery rumours
Jocelyn Wildenstein, the New York socialite known for her dramatic transformation, recently shared a throwback photo on Instagram, revealing a stark contrast to her current appearance. Wildenstein, 84, has consistently denied undergoing plastic surgery, despite widespread speculation. She maintains she has never had any cosmetic procedures. However, her ex-husband, billionaire art dealer Alec Wildenstein, claimed otherwise during their 1998 divorce,…
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Jenna Ortega denies Johnny Depp dating rumours
Jenna Ortega recently addressed rumours about her alleged relationship with fellow actor Johnny Depp. Last year, the celebrity gossip account Deuxmoi shared an anonymous tip suggesting Ortega and Depp were seen on a date. Deuxmoi’s Instagram biography clarifies that not all tips are verified, stating: “Some statements made on this account have not been independently confirmed. This account does not…
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Ex-MLB pitcher’s daughter missing after bar visit in Texas
The 29-year-old daughter of a former MLB pitcher has been missing since last week after a visit to a bar with her ex-boyfriend, police reported. Brenna Swindell, daughter of Greg Swindell, was last seen on 22 August at Poodies Hilltop Bar in Spicewood, Texas, near Austin, according to the Austin Police Department. Swindell and her ex-boyfriend, Morgan Guidry, were at…
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Cirque du Soleil artist falls during performance in Oregon
An aerial hoop artist is recuperating after falling during a Cirque du Soleil performance in Oregon, as stated by the production team. The incident, recorded on video, took place during the “KOOZA” show at the Portland Exposition Center in Portland on Saturday. The performer was seen spinning in circles on a hoop suspended from the ceiling before falling mid-act. The…
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Bride mourns fiancé killed in wrong-way crash day before wedding
A woman set to marry over the weekend has shared her grief after a wrong-way collision in New York claimed the life of her fiancé. Kirk Walker and his cousin, Rob McLaurin, were travelling on the Henry Hudson Parkway in Harlem when a pickup truck sped towards them in the wrong lane. The tragic incident occurred around 2:20am local time…
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Ketchikan man survives landslide, home destroyed
James Montiver, 70, was resting on his sofa when he heard a loud roar and saw a bright flash of light on Sunday evening. “The whole house shook like a roller coaster. It happened so fast. Suddenly, I was flying in the air,” he recounted from his hospital room. The landslide that swept through Montiver’s Ketchikan neighbourhood threw him into…
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Latino group demands probe after Texas voter fraud raids
A Latino voting rights group requested a federal investigation after volunteers reported Texas authorities raided their homes, seizing phones and computers. The raids are linked to an investigation by the state’s Republican attorney general into alleged voter fraud. No charges have been filed against any individuals targeted in last week’s searches in the San Antonio area. Attorney General Ken Paxton…
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Former Florida deputy charged with manslaughter in airman shooting
A former Florida sheriff’s deputy was arrested on Monday for the fatal shooting of a Black US Air Force senior airman who answered his door with a gun pointed toward the ground. Eddie Duran, 38, a former Okaloosa County deputy, faces a first-degree felony manslaughter charge for the May 3 killing of 23-year-old Roger Fortson, as announced by Assistant State…
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US soldier Travis King to plead guilty to desertion charges
Travis King, a U.S. Army private who entered North Korea from South Korea last year, plans to plead guilty to several criminal charges, including desertion, according to his lawyer. King faces 14 charges under the Uniform Code of Military Justice. His attorney, Frank Rosenblatt, confirmed that King will plead guilty to five charges while the remaining charges will be dismissed.…
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Seann William Scott earned just $8,000 for American Pie role
“American Pie” remains a classic, grossing $235 million at the box office back in 1999. With a $10 million budget, one might assume the main cast earned substantial sums. However, Seann William Scott, who portrayed the iconic Steve Stifler, shared how much he actually made. Filmed between July and September 1998, the movie hit theatres in October 1999. Despite its…
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Jury deliberates in trial of Robert Telles, accused of murder
Jury deliberations have started in the trial of Robert Telles, a Democratic politician from Las Vegas, accused of murdering investigative journalist Jeff German in 2022. German had been writing critical articles about Telles. During cross-examination on Thursday, prosecutor Pamela Weckerly confronted Telles with a surprise text message from his wife that had disappeared from his phone. Telles, 47, insisted he…
