This weekend’s Labor Day holiday is approaching quickly. Which means the end of summer is closer than it appears. With that in mind, many people are trying to enjoy their last few days of summer fun such as beach days, camping, and amusement parks. But some of the patrons at Six Flags in Mexico got a rude awakening.

Six Flags Riders Trapped Nearly 250 Feet in Air During Intense Storm in Horrifying Video

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Popular tourist destinations in Greece, including Athens and Santorini, are struggling with overcrowding and economic strain.

Greece is in the middle of an anti-cruise rebellion, with locals complaining about over-tourism and trashed streets

Columbus, OH

USA TODAY

The deaths of NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew, spotlight the hundreds of American cyclists killed by vehicles each year.

NHL star's death shocks the US. He's one of hundreds of bicyclists killed by vehicles every year.

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Footage showing a motorist bumping into a lion in South Africa’s Kruger National Park has enraged social-media viewers.
“What a selfish inconsiderate idiot!” Lion Lovers exclaimed Friday via X, calling on the park to ban the motorist. “It’s a disgrace that people behave like this.”
The incident occurred during a traffic jam caused by lions walking on a highway. These “lion jams” typically attract crowds of tourists eager to view and photograph the animals – but usually in a respectable manner.

What a selfish inconsiderate idiot!!@SANParksKNP have you seen this, this person should not be allowed in any national park, no respect shown,...

Impatient tourist bumps lion with vehicle; footage sparks outrage

An incident occurred at a popular theme park over the weekend, with multiple riders allegedly slamming into railings at high speed. While theme parks and their attractions are generally built to stringent safety codes, accidents can still happen—as proven by the multiple scary headlines that have emerged from theme parks, amusement parks, and fairgrounds worldwide over the years.

“Severe” Incident Strikes Theme Park: Ride Allegedly Slams Multiple Children Into Railings

You may have seen in history documentaries or fantasy TV shows that leaving a severed head on a spike warns potential intruders of the fate they may succumb to. The 21st-century version of that was put on display at the Dolomites mountain range in northeast Italy, with several broken drones screwed to a post to warn visitors not to bring their own to the area.

Bystander shares photos of serious warning after national park tourists illegally fly drones: 'Never seen a more ominous sign'

New York City, NY

The Independent

 A New York City lawyer who died after a yacht sank off the coast of Sicily wrote a haunting post on LinkedIn two months before he joined the doomed voyage. In one of his only posts on the site, Christopher Morvillo, 59, thanked his legal team after they helped British tech tycoon Mike Lynch win a fraud trial and discussed living “happily ever after.” Lynch owned the luxury yacht Bayesian, which sank early on Monday.Five bodies, believed to be those of Lynch, Morvillo, Morvillo's wife Neda, British banker Jonathan Bloomer and his wife Judy have now be recovered by...

NYC lawyer who died in yacht disaster wrote haunting LinkedIn post weeks before

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So the big holiday weekend is here and the weather forecast is fantastic. If you haven’t already decided what you’re going to do, there’s plenty to choose from. Of course, there are some big events that we look forward to all year, but if huge crowds aren’t your thing, there are smaller happenings all over the region.

Big Events and Other Things To Do for Labor Day Weekend

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‘Any meat items my dogs refuse to eat, I no longer eat.’ It’s said that animals have a “sixth sense,” which affords them an insight human beings cannot match. There are clips of security camera earthquake footage where pets can be seen wigging out seconds before tremors begin.

‘It ain’t food anymore.’: Dairy Queen customer warns against chicken after his dog refuses to eat it

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Watch out! On a busy highway in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, a huge truck tire seemingly came out of nowhere and smashed into a motorcycle, destroying the bike and sending its rider flying. Miraculously, the 55-year-old motorcyclist survived the epic Aug. 23 crash.For top headlines, breaking news and more, visit nypost.com.

Runaway tire smashes motorcycle into pieces, but rider miraculously survives

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A retired military officer who had been struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) tragically died after jumping from the world’s largest cruise ship last month, authorities confirmed.

Cruise Passenger Who Jumped from World's Largest Ship After Dispute Suffered with PTSD

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Tunica, MS

Mississippi News Group

Police in Mississippi say that a white van tried to lure a child inside with candy and puppies, according to a press release from the Tunica Sheriff. On Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at approximately 6:18 p.m. the Tunica County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call regarding an attempted kidnapping within the County from a residence in the Dundee area. Sheriff deputies were dispatched to the area, according to the sheriff.

Police in Mississippi say two men in white van tried to lure child inside with candy and puppies

The Caribbean’s most legendary paranormal villain, “The White Witch of Rose Hall,” has become an unlikely hero for the tourism industry in Jamaica.

A murderous ghost haunted an exclusive Jamaican resort for centuries. But could she survive a paranormal investigation?

San Francisco, CA

Merchants Respond to Ocean Beach Park (MissionLocal) Ethics Complaint Filed Against Keep-Cars-on-Great Highway Group (MissionLocal) BART Installing Electric Charging Stations (EastBayTimes) Cruise and Waymo Driving in Opposite Directions (SFExaminer) Will Newsom Ban Driverless Trucks? (SFExaminer) Driverless Cars Won't be Ticketed (MissionLocal) Driver Kills Pedestrian in Oakland (EastBayTimes) Why Build HSR?...

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‘This is a game changer.’ Ordering off the kid’s menu comes with a certain set of expectations. Small portions, lower prices—possibly an age restriction—but generally, nothing too off-base as far as ordering food.

‘For $6, who cares?’: Applebee’s customer shocked after ordering both adult and kids’ cheeseburgers

Washington State

Hey there, future mover! Before you start dreaming of majestic mountains, lush forests, and vibrant cities like Seattle, let me stop you right there. Here are 12 completely valid (and not at all exaggerated) reasons why you should think twice about making Washington your new home. Rain, Rain, and More...

12 Reasons Why You Should Never Ever Consider Moving to Washington

Los Angeles, CA

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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')

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Actor Van Johnson, who died in 2007, was one of Hollywood's ideal films idols. In the 1940s, the charming screen icon was box office gold, and remained a popular presence on TV in shows like Murder, She Wrote (which starred his good friend Angela Lansbury).

The Secret Gay Life & Horrific Car Accident of Actor Van Johnson: 16 Years After His Tragic Death

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In the mystical realm where astrology intersects with spiritual beliefs, certain zodiac signs are thought to possess inherent qualities that offer protection against malevolent entities and negative energies. This intriguing concept has roots in ancient astrology and cultural traditions worldwide, where the alignment of the stars at one's birth is believed to influence not only personality traits but also spiritual protection. This post delves into the 5 celestial shields of the zodiac, highlighting signs that are particularly noted for their protective aura against evil spirits.

5 Zodiac Signs That Possess a Protective Aura Against Evil Spirits

Woodinville, WA

Seafair is over but it’s still festival and fair season. With good weather forecast for the weekend, it’s perfect for getting out of the house. There are several festivals happening around the region, covering a range of interests, from food and crafts to a logging show.

Wide Range of Festivals This Weekend

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Friday Video: How (and Why) To Paint a Ghost Bike

Roadside memorials to victims of traffic violence are an unfortunately common sight across America. Even more unfortunately, though, those altars are often removed by people who...

Friday Video: How (and Why) To Paint a Ghost Bike

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