Columbus, OH

DUBAI, July 16 (Reuters) – The 16-strong crew of a Comoros-flagged oil tanker that capsized off Oman are still missing, the country’s maritime security centre said on Tuesday, a day after the sinking was reported. The crew of “Prestige Falcon” comprised 13 Indian nationals and three Sri Lankans,...

16 Missing After Oil Tanker ‘Prestige Falcon’ Capsizes Off Oman

NBC News

At least nine people were killed, including three suspects, and dozens of other people were injured in a shooting near a mosque in Oman's capital, Muscat, in a rare flare of violence in the Middle Eastern sultanate. The shooting took place near a mosque in the al-Wadi al-Kabir neighborhood in...

9 killed, including 3 suspects, in rare shooting near mosque in Oman's capital

[Brief] Search efforts have so far been unable to locate any survivors from the crew of a product tanker that capsized off Oman Monday night, July 15. Officials from Oman’s Maritime Security Center said a search is underway while Reuters is reporting the vessel was located in a “submerged, inverted” position approximately 25 nautical miles southeast of Ras Madrakah in central Oman on the Arabian Sea.

Search Effort Underway off Oman for Missing Crew from Capsized Tanker

Reuters

(Reuters) -Yemen's Houthis targeted three vessels, including an oil tanker, in the Red and Mediterranean seas with ballistic missiles, drones and booby-trapped boats, they said on Monday.

Yemen's Houthis target three vessels, including oil tanker, in Red, Mediterranean seas

New York Post

A teenager has died after she was attacked by a bear on a hiking trip in Romania.

Maria Diana, 19, was hiking in the Bucegi mountains with her boyfriend when a bear appeared on the hiking track.

Tragically Ms. Diana was on the phone to emergency services when the bear grabbed her leg and dragged her off a 400-foot cliff.

Rescuers said Ms. Diana’s injuries were “incompatible with life.”

Dan Banu, head of the local mountain rescue service, told local media: “She was terrified…you can tell, she was screaming: ‘The bear is getting closer and closer!’

Ultra-runner collides with bear during jog through Yosemite Valley,...

Teen mauled to death by bear in front of boyfriend while on hiking trip

Mississippi State

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Gulfport, MS

Mississippi News Group

On June 14, 2024, the Gulfport Police Department arrested 15-year-old Lexi Jade Brown, charging her with attempted murder and first-degree arson. The arrest followed a violent incident in the early morning hours according to a press release from teh Gulfport PD.

15 year old charged with attempted murder and arson after victim wakes up being stabbed

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

The Independent

 New pictures have emerged of the Mashco Piro, a rarely-seen uncontacted Indigenous tribe in the remote Peruvian Amazon, amid concerns that logging activity is forcing them out of the dense rainforest more frequently.Survival International, a nonprofit advocating Indigenous rights, released images showing members of the reclusive tribe on the banks of a river near logging concessions.Fenamad, an Indigenous rights group, said that the Mashco Piro have been venturing out in search of food, driven away by the expanding logging activities.The pictures, taken at the end of June, show the tribe along a river in the Madre de Dios region,...

Rare new pictures show uncontacted Amazon tribe threatened by loggers

A female prison officer was arrested following allegations she had an "inappropriate relationship" with an inmate. The HMP Highpoint worker was held on suspicion of misconduct in a public office. The Eastern Region Special Operations Unit (ERSOU) - which is made up of staff from seven police forces in the...

Prison officer arrested over 'inmate relationship'

Irish Star

Newlywed couple Chris and Shannan Watts were filmed as they took their wedding vows in 2012, and a body language expert has analysed the footage for any signs that Chris may have been a killer

Killer husband Chris Watts 'uncomfortable' behavior that his wife might have mistaken for being a 'good guy'

John Gilliver was caught using a pair of sunglasses with a built-in camera at Folkestone Harbour.

Man who used secret recording sunglasses jailed

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

James Roddis is one of the most senior army officers to be court-martialled in the last 200 years.

Ex-Major General admits disgraceful conduct

Country singer Ingrid Andress has apologised and admitted being drunk while performing a much-derided rendition of the US national anthem, at a baseball stadium. Andress's erratic performance of The Star-Spangled Banner was widely shared after Major League Baseball's Home Run Derby, in Texas, on Monday. "I was drunk last night,"...

Country star sorry for singing US anthem drunk

Plans to build 120 homes on the edge of a village can go ahead after the developers successfully appealed against a council decision to reject the proposal. Developers, including Bellway Homes, saw their project for land to the east of Ploughley Road in Ambrosden, Oxfordshire, turned down by Cherwell District Council in July 2023.

Developers win appeal to build 120 village homes

The bodies of a man and a woman in their 80s have been found after police searched a river in the Cambridgeshire Fens. Police were called to Chain Bridge near March at about 08:35 BST on Saturday, following reports of concern for the welfare of a couple. The woman's body...

Bodies of man and woman in their 80s found in river

South Carolina State

Town Talks

Navigating North Carolina's Rules on Sleeping in Your Car. As night falls and exhaustion sets in during a long drive, the urge to pull over for a quick nap becomes strong. However, travelers on North Carolina’s highways should be aware that a roadside snooze might come with legal complications.

Is It Illegal To Sleep At A North Carolina Rest Area, Here is What You Need to Know

Tennessee State

Flour, Eggs and Yeast

We all know that bacon has a cult following, and it is very common to hear bacon makes everything better in everyday life. While bacon is rarely known for health benefits, it is a good idea to check your labels as this public notice deals with potentially serious side effects from sodium nitrate levels that exceed regulation limits.

Bacon Recalled Due to Extreme Sodium Nitrite Levels

Four people were killed when the stolen BMW crashed into another car at 100mph near North Ferriby.

Four died in 100mph stolen BMW crash, inquest told

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Oman says crew member of capsized tanker found dead and nine rescued

Omani authorities say nine members of a 16-strong Indian and Sri Lankan crew have been rescued, after going missing when their oil tanker capsized off the...

Oman says crew member of capsized tanker found dead and nine rescued

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