Ever wonder how two prisoners could just slip out of a jail like something from a movie? That’s exactly what happened in Dijon, eastern France, early Thursday. Using bed sheets as makeshift ropes and, astonishingly, sawing through their cell bars, two inmates made a dramatic escape before dawn. The duo? A 19-year-old awaiting trial for
A tragic mix-up in Indiana has reignited debate over America’s “stand-your-ground” laws. A homeowner shot and killed a house cleaner who had simply arrived at the wrong address. Police say 32-year-old Maria Florinda Rios Perez, a mother of four from Guatemala, was found dead in her husband’s arms. This happened on a front porch in
According to new research, even modest amounts of exercise might slow the progression of the disease in older adults at risk. Forget the 10,000-step rule — scientists found that 3,000 steps or more a day could delay the brain changes and cognitive decline linked to Alzheimer’s. In a 14-year study of nearly 300 adults aged
Paris woke up to a royal mystery — and a national embarrassment. In broad daylight, a team of thieves pulled off an audacious heist at the Louvre. They stole eight priceless pieces of royal jewellery in just seven minutes. Sixty investigators are now on the case, working under the theory that an organised crime group
Ten years after being lifted, sweeping UN economic and military sanctions have slammed back down on Iran. The timing couldn’t be more combustible. Britain, France and Germany triggered the so-called “snapback” mechanism. They accused Tehran of “continued nuclear escalation” and stonewalling inspectors. Iran, meanwhile, says it’s been pushed into a corner after US and Israeli
What if your home, your job — even your culture — vanished under water? That’s the stark warning of Australia’s first national climate risk assessment. It says rising oceans and extreme heat could upend the lives of millions within a generation. The independent report was released just days before Canberra unveils new emission targets. It
For nearly four years, New Zealanders watched the mystery of Tom Phillips unfold like a real-life thriller. A father who vanished with his three children in 2021 slipped through police dragnets and divided small-town opinion. Was he a desperate dad or a wanted criminal? This week, the story reached its tragic end. Phillips was shot
Albania is pulling the plug on TikTok—for at least a year. Why? Officials say the platform fuels violence, bullying, and bad behavior among kids, and they’ve had enough. The decision follows a tragic incident last November, when a teenage dispute that allegedly started on TikTok escalated into a fatal stabbing. This set off a nationwide
TikTok has been fighting to avoid a US ban for months but there are reports of a potential sale of the platform to Elon Musk. According to Bloomberg, Chinese officials are quietly discussing a backup plan to sell the algorithm King to Tesla and X’s owner. But What About The Chinese Government? One might ask
A tragic morning at South Korea‘s Muan International Airport saw a Jeju Air flight from Bangkok crash during landing, claiming 177 lives. The Boeing 737-800, carrying 181 people, struck a barrier and burst into flames around 9:03 am local time. Only two survivors, both flight attendants, were pulled from the wreckage. What Happened? The plane
Hollywood is mourning the loss of young talent Hudson Joseph Meek, a 16-year-old actor best known for his role as young Baby in Baby Driver. On December 19, Meek tragically fell from a moving vehicle in Alabama. The accident occurred along Canyon Road, with reports confirming he suffered fatal blunt force injuries. Meek Passed Away
While most people log onto Pornhub for real-life action, it turns out a significant number are diving into the world of fictional characters. As 2024 wraps up, Pornhub’s year-in-review has revealed some interesting search trends—especially when it comes to pop culture. Fictional Characters Are Dominating Industry Earlier, the site noted that Gen Z leaned heavily
