GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – In a tragic new milestone, the UN agency for migration reported that nearly 9,000 individuals lost their lives last year while attempting to cross borders. This alarming death toll marks the fifth consecutive year of record-breaking fatalities, highlighting the immense dangers faced by migrants worldwide. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) documented … Read more
Fayetteville, North Carolina – A man accused of fatally stabbing three family members in their Fayetteville residence faced charges in Cumberland County for three counts of first-degree murder. Mackendy Darbouze was arrested after police responded to a 911 call reporting a stabbing at his family’s home on Bell Arthur Drive. Upon arrival, authorities discovered the … Read more
Atlanta, Georgia – A major winter storm has swept across the southern United States, bringing unprecedented snowfall and chilling temperatures to states like Texas, Florida, and Georgia. The storm, which has resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, has also caused widespread travel disruptions and closures. Governors in the affected states, including Florida’s Governor Ron DeSantis, … Read more
Auckland, New Zealand – Road safety statistics in New Zealand have seen a significant improvement in recent years, with the lowest annual road toll recorded since 2014. The number of road deaths dropped to 288 in 2024, marking a milestone for the country’s road safety efforts. This figure is a stark comparison to the peak … Read more
Seoul, South Korea – South Korea recently experienced drastic weather conditions as record snowfall hit the country, leading to six reported deaths and causing widespread travel disruptions. Seoul, the capital city, was particularly affected by the heavy snow, leading to chaos on the roads and at the airports. The snowfall, which was the heaviest in … Read more
Phoenix, Arizona – Last summer, the scorching heat wave that blanketed the United States led to a record-breaking number of deaths attributed to excessive heat. Unfortunately, for individuals like David Hom, a 73-year-old man suffering from diabetes, the consequences of the extreme heat proved to be fatal. Hom succumbed to the blistering temperatures while hanging … Read more
Los Angeles, California – In a shocking incident in 1999, music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs found himself entangled in a violent confrontation with a record executive over a disputed scene in a music video. Steve Stoute, a key figure at Interscope Records, faced Diddy’s wrath after being unable to comply with the artist’s last-minute request … Read more
LOS ANGELES, California – Nestled in a sprawling plant amid the fertile lands of California, a bustling production line processes millions of pistachio shells daily, showcasing the state’s booming pistachio industry. California farmers have embraced pistachios for their resilience to drought and robust growth, with the crop contributing nearly $3 billion to the state’s economy … Read more
Asheville, North Carolina – The Atlantic hurricane season is coming to a close, but the aftermath of Hurricane Helene continues to haunt residents of North Carolina. Weeks after the devastating storm hit the East Coast, the death toll is still climbing, reaching a staggering 230 across seven states, making it one of the costliest hurricane … Read more
Asheville, North Carolina – The death toll from Hurricane Helene in Buncombe County, North Carolina, has been adjusted after the county overcounted the number of deaths by as many as 30. Previously reported at 72 deaths, the county’s tally has now been revised to align with the state’s count of 42 deaths attributed to the … Read more