An employee at Walt Disney World was charged with 32 counts of child pornography after authorities executed a search warrant at his home. The Hernando County Sheriff’s Office said in a post on Facebook that they began an investigation into Michael Foster, 47, after receiving information on Dec. 16 that …
Read More »New Year and better mental health: Here are 9 predictions from an Ohio therapist
With an eye toward starting off 2024 with the healthiest possible mindset, a psychotherapist is sharing the mental health trends that she expects will be prevalent in the New Year. Nicholette Leanza, a psychotherapist at LifeStance Health in Ohio, has experience working with children, adolescents and adults in a variety …
Read More »Suns' Devin Booker downplays Eric Gordon’s comments on happiness: 'Nobody takes what he said personally'
Devin Booker does not appear to be taking offense to the recent comments from his teammate that brought up some potential uneasiness. Pheonix Suns veteran guard Eric Gordon recently shared his frustration about how his role in the team’s offense has seemed to shrink in recent games. “Early on in …
Read More »Taylor Swift fan died from heat exhaustion at Rio 'Eras Tour' stop: forensics report
Authorities in Brazil released the official cause of death of the 23-year-old fan who died at Taylor Swift’s “Eras Tour” stop in Rio de Janeiro over a month after the tragic loss of life. Rio’s Forensic Medical Institute listed heat exhaustion as the cause of Ana Clara Benevides’ death. Benevides …
Read More »Why does fruitcake last so long? Ingredients and preparation of the dessert play into its longevity
Fruitcake has built quite a reputation. It is known for its longevity, but also as a gift not widely preferred — although you can always regift. The origins of fruitcake date back to the ancient Romans, where a version of the dessert was made as a sort of energy bar …
Read More »Increasing number of microgrids helps protect critical assets
The number of microgrids in the U.S. has increased by 11% in the last four years. Many are powered by new infrastructure and clean energy sources. They’re often used at facilities already connected to the grid but considered critical assets. “Microgrids are a great way to counteract some of the …
Read More »Missing NC girl found inside trap door, Kentucky man charged with kidnapping: reports
A teenager reported missing from North Carolina weeks ago was found hidden beneath a trap door in a man’s house in Kentucky on Christmas Day, with police believing she had been kidnapped and raped, according to multiple reports. The 16-year-old girl was brought to safety by police who were called …
Read More »North Carolina pastor attempted to stick wife's co-worker's head into deep fryer: police
A High Point, North Carolina, pastor was arrested last week after allegedly assaulting and attempting to push his wife’s co-worker’s head into a McDonald’s deep fryer, according to police. The High Point Police Department reported that on Dec. 28, a woman was training to be a manager at the S. …
Read More »Critics cheer resignation of 'antisemitic plagiarist' Harvard President Claudine Gay: 'Bye Felicia'
Critics of embattled Harvard president Claudine Gay celebrated Tuesday after she announced her decision to resign from her post after facing intense backlash in recent weeks following controversial comments about antisemitism on the university’s campus and accusations of plagiarism. In a letter to members of the Harvard community, Gay said …
Read More »Colorado cops nab burglar who tried to use Uber to getaway after allegedly stealing $8K in electric tools
A Colorado suspect carrying more than $8,000 worth of stolen items from a plumbing store was detained after police caught him attempting to use an Uber as a getaway vehicle. The man was stealing tools from a plumbing store in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, last week when he requested an Uber …
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