Columbus, OH

High levels of waste and fly-tipping are causing a problem with rats, residents claim.

'Rats the size of dogs' outside rubbish-hit homes

The mother of a 16-year-old boy who was fatally stabbed with a zombie knife is calling for the government to do more, ahead of the introduction of a new law. Mikey Roynon, from Kingswood, near Bristol, was killed by three teenagers at a party in Bath, Somerset, in June 2023.

'Zombie-style knives ban does not go far enough'

Balasankar Narayanan, 44, is potentially violent and should not be approached, the Met Police says.

Man who is 'risk to women' flees care facility

The family of a teenager killed in the Nottingham stabbings have made a donation in his memory to a teenage girl with a rare skin condition. Barnaby Webber, 19, from Taunton, Grace O'Malley-Kumar, 19, and Ian Coates, 65 were killed by Valdo Calocane in the city in June 2023. The...

Barnaby Webber family make first charity donation

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

In a sweet gesture gone sour mistake, a New Zealand food bank is trying to locate meth-laced candies that were given to the homeless. Last Wednesday, Auckland City Mission reported that pineapple-flavored sweets, disguised as innocent treats and bearing the logo of the Malaysian “Rinda” candy company, were donated anonymously to the charity. These items were subsequently included in food parcels distributed to those in need.

Food Bank Accidentally Gives Candy Laced With Meth to the Homeless

Kamala Harris has been holding rallies across the US as she campaigns against Donald Trump, and will appear in Milwaukee on Tuesday ahead of her headline speech at the Democratic National Convention later in the week. She has made a series of claims contrasting their records on the economy, healthcare,...

Six Kamala Harris claims fact-checked

One of the most beloved Hollywood stars in the history of television, in particular, was actress Frances Bavier, who died in 1989 at age 85. The likable actress became best known for her compassionate and nurturing role as Aunt Bee on The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-1968).

Beloved 'Andy Griffith Show' Actress Frances Bavier ("Aunt Bee"): A Look Back at Her Life and Career

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Two motorcyclists who died in a crash near a Derbyshire town have been named by police. Derbyshire Police were called to the A6 near Tom Thorn between Buxton and Dove Holes at about 10:18 BST on Sunday to reports of a crash involving two motorbikes and a car. On Monday,...

Police name two motorcyclists killed in crash

Los Angeles, CA

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

Six men have been arrested after an inmate died at a prison in Leicestershire. Police were called to HMP Fosse Way, in Tigers Way, Glen Parva, on Tuesday, after a 31-year-old man was found unresponsive in his cell. The man's death is currently being treated as unexplained and inquiries are...

Six arrested after inmate dies at prison

A man has been found guilty of raping a child under 13. A jury at Winchester Crown Court found Alexander Franczyk, of Pritchard Close in Swindon, guilty of 13 sexual offences on Tuesday. The charges included multiple incidents of rape, one incident of attempted rape, multiple assaults by penetration and...

Man found guilty of raping child

Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman and child were bitten by a dog in Devon. Officers said the attack happened at the Sidmouth seafront area at about 19:30 BST on Sunday 11 August and involved a rottweiler-type dog. "It was reported that following a conversation involving the dog’s...

Mum and child taken to hospital after dog attack

Previous Home Office plans would have seen the hotel used by migrants

Hotel could be used to house homeless people

South Yorkshire Police are investigating Alicia Douglass's death as murder and have arrested man.

Woman found dead at home named by police

The consumption facility for illegal drugs including heroin and cocaine is set to open in Glasgow.

UK's first drugs consumption room to open in October

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

A review found Lochgelly High School was wrongly named the winner in a junior category at the championships in Glasgow.

Wrong junior winner announced at World Pipe Band Championships

Friends were encouraged to apply as a personal assistant and a coordinator but neither job existed.

Nurse struck off after 'elaborate' campaign of lies

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Charity's 'unique' approach to tackle rise in addicts

The number of drug and alcohol addictions in Gloucestershire has risen over the last...

Charity's 'unique' approach to tackle rise in addicts

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