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One thing about me is that I get very invested in true crime books, podcasts, documentaries…you name it, I’ve consumed it. And oftentimes, it gets me thinking, what if somebody I know is capable of these horrific crimes and I just didn’t even know it? A while back, Reddit user, peasantchoker asked, “People who knew […]

Admitted to a psychiatric care unit for an eating disorder, Ruth Szymankiewicz was allegedly supposed to be under round-the-clock care NEED TO KNOW Teen Ruth Szymankiewicz died after being left alone for 15 minutes on a psychiatric ward, according to reports The 14-year-old was admitted to the ward at the now-closed Huntercombe Hospital in the […]

The Hidden Toll of Bushfires: Health, Mental Wellbeing and Long-Term Impacts Bushfires have long been known for their immediate destruction, but recent research has revealed a more complex and devastating aftermath. Studies from the scientific journal JAMA highlight that poor air quality, healthcare delays, and mental health crises have contributed to hundreds of deaths following […]

Overview of the Titan Submersible Disaster A detailed investigation into the June 2023 tragedy involving the Titan submersible, which resulted in the deaths of five individuals, has revealed serious issues with safety practices and the corporate culture at the company responsible for its operation. The incident occurred when the submersible went missing during a journey […]

A Life Shaped by Trauma and Resilience In the early hours of a cold Sunday morning in December 1979, my mother, Clara Lamirande, sprinted across B.C.’s Highway 1, just outside Vancouver. She ran headlong into a speeding car; the driver failed to see the dark shape of her body until it was too late. My […]

The recent devastating flash floods in Texas have claimed the lives of numerous individuals, leaving communities in mourning and search and rescue efforts ongoing. The floods, triggered by rapidly rising waters, have impacted families, summer camps, and entire towns along the Guadalupe River. Here are some of the victims who have been identified: Malaya Grace […]

Miles Asteri, now 38, spent years living in the shadows, a consequence of a difficult childhood dominated by the fear of his father. This fear dictated his choices, from avoiding school events to carefully managing his interactions with the outside world. However, he decided to confront his past and step into the spotlight by participating […]

A River’s Deadly Secret and One Man’s Relentless Pursuit The Kaweah River in Sequoia National Park, a seemingly idyllic waterway, holds a hidden danger beneath its deceptively calm surface. For Joanne Calasanz and her sister, Jomarie, a late May dip turned into a nightmare when a powerful current swept them away. Joanne survived, battered and […]

Devastating flash floods in Texas Hill Country have claimed the lives of numerous individuals, leaving communities reeling from the immense loss. The rapidly rising waters of the Guadalupe River triggered the disaster, impacting families and summer camps alike. Search and rescue operations are ongoing as authorities continue to account for all those affected. Among the […]