The death toll from motorcycle accidents in South Jersey has continued to climb, with two more fatalities in recent days. The latest deadly crash occurred Sunday when a car turned left in the path of a motorcycle on Route 49 in Quinton, Salem County, according to New Jersey State Police. The motorcyclist, 64-year-old Wilbert Thomas […]
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Greek coastguard threw migrants overboard to their deaths, witnesses say
The Greek coastguard has caused the deaths of dozens of migrants in the Mediterranean over a three-year period, witnesses say, including nine who were deliberately thrown into the water. The nine are among more than 40 people alleged to have died as a result of being forced out of Greek territorial waters, or taken back […]
Deaths of 2 Kentucky workers demolishing coal-prep plant brings $31,500 fine for safety violations
The coal preparation plant was photographed from the air on Nov. 1, 2023, the day after its collapse. Louisville Emergency Management took the photo via a drone. (Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet records) On a cool evening in late October, David Peyton heard a pop then a warning scream to get out. Within seconds two […]
Miami-Dade officers face manslaughter charges for the deaths of UPS driver, bystander
Four Miami-Dade police officers are facing manslaughter charges after a grand jury indicted them for the deaths of a kidnapped UPS driver and a bystander stuck in the middle of a 2019 shootout, prosecutors announced on Saturday. “Given the enormity of the gunfire in this incident at an extremely busy intersection packed with civilian motorists […]
Kansas City metro law enforcement agencies crack down on aggressive driving as deaths soar
Deputy Cameron Macdonald’s black sunglasses glinted in the morning sun as he handed a man in a pickup truck a traffic citation, the flashing police lights reflecting off the man’s truck. It was part of an multi-agency effort Friday to increase enforcement on aggressive driving in the Kansas City metro, as traffic fatalities have soared. […]
Is it safe for kids to get a tonsillectomy? Guide for parents about risks and complications after 2 ‘tragic’ deaths in Ontario
This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Contact a qualified medical professional before engaging in any physical activity, or making any changes to your diet, medication or lifestyle. We spoke to an expert about the risks of having tonsils an adenoids removed. (Image […]
A spike in deaths prompted ongoing reforms at Louisville’s jail. Are they working?
Jerry Collins knew something needed to change. When he took up the helm of the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections, the jail was in the midst of an unprecedented surge of in-custody deaths, with 15 people dying between late 2021 and mid-2023 — including six in just four months. A scathing investigation partially blamed the […]
Florida jury finds Chiquita Brands liable for Colombia deaths, must pay $38.3M to family members
Banana giant Chiquita Brands must pay $38.3 million to 16 family members of people killed during Colombia’s long civil war by a violent right-wing paramilitary group funded by the company, a federal jury in Florida decided. The verdict Monday by a jury in West Palm Beach marks the first time the company has been found […]
Hamas leader believes civilian deaths are ‘necessary sacrifices’ in Israeli war, leaked letters show
The mastermind behind Hamas’s Oct 7 attacks on Israel is stalling ceasefire talks and using the mounting Palestinian death toll to his advantage, leaked messages show. Correspondence between Yahya Sinwar, the military leader of the terror group, and officials tasked with brokering a ceasefire with Qatari and Egyptian officials indicate he is more interested in […]
Hamas leader believes civilian deaths are ‘necessary sacrifices’ in Israeli war, leaked letters show
The mastermind behind Hamas’s Oct 7 attacks on Israel is stalling ceasefire talks and using the mounting Palestinian death toll to his advantage, leaked messages show. Correspondence between Yahya Sinwar, the military leader of the terror group, and officials tasked with brokering a ceasefire with Qatari and Egyptian officials indicate he is more interested in […]
Hamas leader believes civilian deaths are ‘necessary sacrifices’ in Israeli war, leaked letters show
The mastermind behind Hamas’s Oct 7 attacks on Israel is stalling ceasefire talks and using the mounting Palestinian death toll to his advantage, leaked messages show. Correspondence between Yahya Sinwar, the military leader of the terror group, and officials tasked with brokering a ceasefire with Qatari and Egyptian officials indicate he is more interested in […]
So many Palestinian deaths in Israel’s hostage rescue is horrible. But Hamas is to blame.
Your Photo Our divisive political environment isn’t good for much, but it is good for one thing: clarity. We saw that firsthand over the weekend when news broke that Israel Defense Forces liberated four hostages kidnapped by Hamas on Oct. 7. This is good news. After 246 days in captivity, Noa Argamani, 25, Almog Meir […]