Home

“A bunch of my dead friends” FBI raid uncovers 40 human skulls in Kentucky man’s home

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:18:50 GMT

(CNN) – FBI agents investigating a stolen body parts scandal made a morbid discovery.While executing a search warrant on Tuesday, officers found dozens of human bones at an apartment in Mount Washington, Kentucky, including 40 skulls. Some of the bones were set up like furniture and one of the skulls had a scarf tied around it.Forty-year-old James Williams Nott was taken into custody, accused of participating in a ring of purchasing and selling stolen human remains, some of which were tied back to the Harvard Medical scandal. Agents said they also found a Harvard Medical bag in Nott’s residence, along with multiple firearms, inert grenades and plates for body armor. When asked if anyone else was inside the apartment, Nott reportedly told the officer “a bunch of my dead friends.” Nott is also accused of selling body parts on Facebook using the name William Burke.The FBI is investigating missing body parts from a mortuary in Arkansas.Some remains, including org...

Krispy Kreme celebrates 86th anniversary with a sweet deal

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:18:50 GMT

Krispy Kreme is ringing in its 86th year of delectable treats with an offer that is sure to delight doughnut enthusiasts. In celebration of this milestone, the company is presenting customers with the opportunity to indulge in a dozen Original Glazed doughnuts for just 86 cents when purchasing a dozen at the regular price.Starting Friday, doughnut aficionados can take advantage of this incredible deal by visiting their nearest Krispy Kreme location, utilizing the convenient drive-thru, or even placing orders online. To unlock the discounted price, online customers simply need to enter the promo code “86YEARS” during the checkout process. However, it’s important to note that online orders are limited to a single box of the discounted dozen.For those who prefer the in-store experience, Krispy Kreme is generously offering the chance to secure up to four dozen Original Glazed doughnuts at the phenomenal price of only 86 cents per dozen.Krispy Kreme has become renowned ...

Suspect in custody in New York’s long-unsolved Gilgo Beach killings, sources say

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:18:50 GMT

(CNN) — A New York architect is in custody for the Gilgo Beach murders, an unsolved case tied to at least 10 sets of human remains discovered since 2010 in suburban Long Island, according to two law enforcement sources.This is the first arrest in the long-dormant case, which sparked conflicting theories about whether a serial killer was responsible.Multiple sources told CNN Friday that Rex Heuermann is in custody. It’s unclear which murders he may be connected with.Authorities were executing a search warrant at an address registered to him in Massapequa, the sources said. A court appearance is scheduled later Friday morning, according to the Suffolk County DA’s office.Heuermann is a registered architect who has owned the New York City-based architecture and consulting firm, RH Consultants & Associates, since 1994, according to his company’s website.The killings have baffled authorities since the discovery of the first set of female remains among the bushes along an isolated stri...

Postal service drivers in Florida struggle amidst scorching heat; urgent need for A/C in trucks

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:18:50 GMT

United States Postal Service drivers in Florida are facing grueling conditions as they navigate the sweltering summer heat without air conditioning in their trucks. “We’ve been struggling,” said a Florida postal worker. “You know, sweating — a drink of water trying to stay cool but its a struggle every day.”The lack of air conditioning in postal trucks has become a significant concern, after an incident in Texas where a postal carrier lost their life while on the job due to the blistering heat. “It’s 98 degrees, heat index about 115. Add another 10 for the inside of the truck — 125 degrees,” continued the truck driver.In response to the death of the truck driver in Texas, Congress has stepped in to address the issue, demanding immediate action to protect postal workers from hazardous working conditions.Congressional representatives have called for earlier start times for mail delivery routes and the implementation of new tr...

Belgium’s Prince Laurent under investigation for fraud and extortion

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:18:50 GMT

Belgium’s Prince Laurent — the younger brother of King Philippe — has been accused of fraud and extortion by Libya’s sovereign wealth fund, lawyers from the Libyan Investment Authority said Friday. The move is the latest step in a yearslong dispute between the Libyan authority and the brother of the king over disputed compensation from a failed reforestation project run through his NGO Global Sustainable Development Trust (GSDT) in the North African country in 2008. The project collapsed after the outbreak of civil war in 2011.The LIA alleges that the prince exerted “unacceptable pressure” in his attempt to obtain nearly €70 million of compensation he says he is owed by the Libyan Ministry for Agriculture. Over the years, Prince Laurent’s legal battle has prompted federal prosecutors to seize billions of euros worth of Libyan assets and sparked a parliamentary inquiry into the interest payouts.Law firm Jus Cogens, which represents the LIA, said...

Moped rider killed in crash on Rt. 24 in Brockton

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:18:50 GMT

A moped rider has died after a crash on Route 24 in Brockton late Thursday night, officials said.State police said the crash happened on the northbound side of Route 24 shortly after 11:30 p.m. A preliminary investigation showed the moped and a car collided while the moped rider was changing lanes, according to police. Police said the moped rider was thrown from the bike, which was then hit by three vehicles as it lay in the roadway.The rider was taken to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead, police said. The other driver remained at the scene.Investigators were seen in the area overnight, with multiple lanes closed to traffic at one point.  Police said the scene cleared shortly before 1 a.m. The crash remained under investigation as of around 9:30 a.m. Friday. 

Gabby Douglas, three-time Olympic gold medalist, announces 2024 comeback to competitive gymnastics

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:18:50 GMT

(CNN) — Three-time Olympic gold medalist Gabby Douglas announced her return to competitive gymnastics on Thursday in an Instagram post.“Hey guys long time no post,” the 27-year-old wrote. “As you all know I stepped back from the socials and in that time I did a lot of journaling, reflecting, soul searching and found myself back where it all began…“I wanted to find the joy again for the sport that I absolutely love doing. I know I have a huge task ahead of me and I am beyond grateful and excited to get back out on the floor and even more grateful for all of your support and love. it truly means so much. There’s so much to be said but for now…. let’s do this.”Douglas added the hashtag “2024” to the end of her post – possibly signaling her intent to compete in the Paris Olympics next year.Douglas won two golds at London 2012, including in the all-around event, and added a team gold to that at the Rio Games in 2016.Her return means that ...

Study finds more clues as to why ‘SuperAgers’ have better brains

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:18:50 GMT

(CNN) — In the largest observational study to date on “SuperAgers” — people in their 80s who have brains as sharp as those 30 years younger — researchers in Spain found key differences in lifestyle that may contribute to these older adults’ razor-sharp minds.SuperAgers in the study had more gray matter in parts of the brain related to movement, and they scored higher on agility, balance and mobility tests than typical older adults — even though the physical activity levels of the two groups were the same.“Though superagers report similar activity levels to typical older people, it’s possible they do more physically demanding activities like gardening or stair climbing,” said senior author Bryan Strange, director of the Laboratory for Clinical Neuroscience at the Technical University of Madrid, in a statement.“From lower blood pressure and obesity levels to increased blood flow to the brain, there are many direct and indirect benefits of being physically active that may contribu...

Movie stars could be on picket lines in fight over the future of Hollywood

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:18:50 GMT

By ANDREW DALTON (AP Entertainment Writer)LOS ANGELES (AP) — Some of the nation’s top movie stars could be on the picket lines Friday when striking screen actors protest alongside writers on the first full day of a walkout that has become Hollywood’s biggest labor fight in decades.The picketing comes a day after the main actors’ union voted to join screenwriters in a double-barreled strike for the first time in more than six decades. The dispute immediately shut down production across the entertainment industry after talks for a new contract with studios and streaming services broke down.The famous faces of Oscar and Emmy winners will likely be seen with some regularity on picket lines in New York and Los Angeles, adding star power to the demonstrations outside studios and corporate offices.In recent weeks, many actors made a show of solidarity with writers, who walked out in May. Now 65,000 members of the actors’ union will formally join them on strike...

House GOP approves Defense bill that restricts abortion access and halts diversity initiatives

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:18:50 GMT

By LISA MASCARO and KEVIN FREKING (Associated Press)WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. House on Friday approved a sweeping annual defense bill that provides an expected 5.2% pay raise for service members but strays from traditional military policy with political add-ons from Republicans to block abortion coverage, diversity initiatives at the Pentagon and transgender issues that deeply divided the chamber.Democrats voted against the package, which had sailed out of the House Armed Services Committee on an almost unanimous vote just weeks ago, but was being loaded up with the Republican priorities during a heated late-night floor debate heading into Friday’s session. The final vote was 219-210, with four Democrats voting with the GOP, and four Republicans opposed. The bill is expected to go nowhere in the Democratic-majority Senate.Efforts to halt U.S. funding for Ukraine in the war against Russia were turned back, but Republicans tacked on provisions to stem the Defense Departme...