San Antonio, TX

SeaWorld is once again in the firing line after a tragic death was recorded at one of its theme parks. ‘Controversy’ and ‘SeaWorld’ often go hand in hand. The release of the documentary Blackfish (2013) exposed the reality of life for the theme park chain’s captive orcas – particularly Tilikum, a whale implicated in three deaths during his lifetime, including that of SeaWorld Orlando trainer Dawn Brancheau.

“She Did Not Survive,” SeaWorld Blasted After Tragic Theme Park Death

Los Angeles County, CA

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

A popular spot has closed at Walt Disney World, once again leaving members with limited options. Earlier this year, Disney announced that the Disney Vacation Club (DVC) member lounge at EPCOT would be closing for renovations. This space is designed for DVC members, offering them a place to sit and relax, complete with complimentary snacks and beverages.

Disney World Closes All Locations at Theme Park, Members Left Without Any Options Indefinitely

The US Sun

A NURSE was killed in a horror 330ft plunge while on a romantic hike with her boyfriend. Valentina Fino, 31, was climbing with her partner before tragedy struck – just moments he unintentionally captured what would be her final video alive. During her days off from work where she cared for cancer patients, the Italian […]

Nurse, 31, plunged 330ft to her death while on romantic hike moments after boyfriend filmed final video

Virginia State

Kentucky Vibes.net

Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

Charlotte, NC

One of the biggest theme parks in America will turn away every single guest today as it has officially shuttered its gates into both the theme park as well as its water park. When a theme park shuts down, typically, thousands are affected. Take Walt Disney World, for example. Many...

Top American Theme Park Ceases Operations, Visitors Officially Notified of No Entry, No Refunds

Sandusky, OH

Guests were terrified after a violent fight broke up in a popular Midwestern amusement park. “I hope they went to jail,” one viewer commented. Theme parks are some of the most visited destinations in the United States, welcoming millions of families yearly to enjoy thrilling attractions, fun rides, and world-class entertainment.

Violent Fight Breaks Out at Popular Midwestern Amusement Park, “I Hope They Went to Jail”

Riverside County, CA

New York Post

A California skydiving student who was killed with her diving instructor when the pair hit a freak “dust devil” was identified this week as an outgoing 28-year-old “who touched everyone.”

Kayla Kieko Black was skydiving with veteran instructor Devrey LaRiccia in Riverside County on Friday when the pair hit two “dust devils,” which are small but strong tornado-like whirlwinds, KTTV-TV News reported. 

The whirlwinds sent them into an “uncontrollable spin” that plunged them to their deaths, the outlet said.

“Kayla was deeply cherished by her family and friends, who will forever remember her kindness, warmth and unwavering support,” her family said in...

Skydiving student killed in freak accident ID’d as ‘vibrant and loving’ 28-year-old Kayla Kieko Black

A sewage backup in select loops of Fort Wilderness Resort at Walt Disney World has left areas unusable for guests for several days. During a visit to Fort Wilderness, we saw that loops 600-1,000 were blocked off with orange cones as murky sewage filled the road. This backup prevents guests...

Sewage in the Street Leaves Loops Unusable at Fort Wilderness Resort

Apple Valley News Now

(CNN) — Its perfectly preserved streets and still-standing houses provide a unique opportunity to see how people lived nearly 2,000 years ago. A visit to the ancient city of Pompeii, frozen in time when it was covered by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 CE, provides memories of a lifetime.

Tourist is caught carving initials into 2,000-year-old home at Pompeii

Rosie O’Donnell’s son Blake O’Donnell is officially a husband!. Over the weekend, the comedian and her family members shared a carousel of photos and videos on their social media platforms capturing celebratory moments from Blake O’Donnell’s wedding to his fiancée, Teresa Garofalow Westervelt, which took place on Friday.

Rosie O’Donnell shares moments from son Blake’s wedding: See photos

ROME -- British tech magnate Mike Lynch and five other people were missing after their luxury superyacht sank during a freak storm off Sicily early Monday, Italy’s civil protection and authorities said. Lynch’s wife and 14 other people survived. Lynch, who was acquitted in June in a big...

7 people missing after tourist sailboat sinks in storm off Sicily

New York City, NY

ABC News

Seven member of the same family have been rescued from a home invasion in Queens, New York, according to the New York Police Department.

NYPD rescues family of 7 from NYC home invasion

Ocean City, NJ

Gillian’s Wonderland Pier, a fixture on the Ocean City Boardwalk for almost 100 years, will permanently close in October. The amusement park, along with its adjoining business, 6th Street Pizza, will shut down following Indian Summer Weekend on Oct. 12-13, according to an announcement made on Friday, Aug. 10.

Gillian’s Wonderland Pier to close after nearly a century

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I love macaroni salads, and this is truly a special one. It's got something for all of the tastebuds and textures. Soft, crunchy, chewy, sweet, savory, tart, creamy, and oh so fresh! Here's what you'll need to make 8-10 side servings:

Amish Macaroni Salad

Georgia State

Paulding County, GA

Hiram, GA

Brandon Cunningham was a 30-year-old father of two.

Georgia sheriff's deputy killed in 'ambush' was 30-year-old father of 2

Arizona State

MEXICO CITY -- One migrant was killed and eight were wounded when unidentified assailants in northern Mexico opened fire on the vehicle they were traveling in, officials said Monday. The dead migrant was a boy from southern Mexico, and the wounded included Mexicans and people from Ecuador and Africa, officials...

1 migrant killed and 8 wounded in a shooting in Mexico south of the Arizona border

Pennsylvania State

A popular theme park has issued an official statement after guests realized that its 97-year-old roller coaster is supported by a haphazard stack of concrete blocks. Terrifying though some attractions may be, theme parks are built to extremely tight safety codes. Whether you want to ride something like Disney’s innocuous boat ride “it’s a small world” or a hypercoaster like Cedar Point’s Top Thrill 2, you can rest easy knowing that every single attraction undergoes rigorous testing – and that stringent measures are in place to ensure wellbeing of all guests.

Theme Park Faces Questions as Guests Realize 97-Year-Old Roller Coaster Is Held up by Blocks

Phil Donahue, whose influential TV talk show aired for nearly 30 years, has died at age 88. Donahue died Sunday night of an undisclosed illness, according to a family statement provided to ABC News by a representative for Donahue's wife of 44 years, Marlo Thomas. The family requests in lieu...

Phil Donahue, influential TV talk show host, dead at 88

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94-year-old goes viral for zip lining in honor of late wife

A 94-year-old has gone viral for zip lining in honor of his late wife. David Aris rode the Velocity zip line at Zip World, an outdoor...

94-year-old goes viral for zip lining in honor of late wife

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