A disturbing event unfolded in New York City's SoHo neighborhood. A young Italian man, just 28 years old, was held captive for weeks. His crime? Owning a fortune in bitcoin. This is not a movie plot. It happened in real life. The man managed to escape on May 23. He was in bad shape, covered in bloo
Elbow injuries are a frequent issue for athletes who throw overhead. One common problem is humeral capitellum osteochondritis dissecans (OCD). This condition often requires surgery to fix. However, not all cases are the same. Stable lesions can sometimes be managed without surgery. But, if left untr
Russia unleashed a wave of missiles and drones on Ukraine during the night of May 30 and 31. The Ukrainian Air Force was quick to respond. They spotted three Kh-59/69 cruise missiles taking off from Belgorod Oblast. They also saw two jet-powered drones and two S-300 interceptors. These were launc
In May 2025, the small Swiss village of Blatten faced a major disaster. A large section of the Birch glacier gave way. Ice, rocks, mud, and water rushed down the mountain. This buried most of the village. Around 300 people live in Blatten. They had to evacuate quickly. A search was launched for a mi
In the aftermath of a daring jailbreak in New Orleans, authorities are scrutinizing the roles of friends and family who assisted the fugitives. The escapees, who broke out by cutting through a wall behind a toilet, received support from at least 15 individuals, including food, money, transportation,
In the early hours of May 30, 2025, a tornado struck Washington County, Kentucky, leaving a trail of destruction. The storm, rated initially as an EF-2 with winds up to 115 mph, caught many off guard. The National Weather Service is still assessing the damage, but it's clear that the impact was seve
The small city of Flin Flon in Manitoba, Canada, is practically empty. Everyone has had to leave. The reason? Wildfires are sweeping through the region. The premier of Manitoba, Wab Kinew, gave an update on the situation. He mentioned that even the mayor, city council members, and healthcare wor
Bees are not just buzzing around aimlessly. They are crucial for our ecosystem. They pollinate plants, which means they help plants make fruits and seeds. So, when a truck carrying 250 million bees overturned on a Washington state road, it was a big deal. The bees were not happy, and neither were th
Ukraine is currently in a holding pattern. They are waiting for Russia to share details of a proposed ceasefire. This comes as both nations prepare for a second round of peace discussions in Istanbul. The first round of talks happened earlier this month. Both sides exchanged hundreds of prisoners.
The skies over Ukraine have seen an unprecedented surge in drone and missile strikes, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. This intense bombardment has raised questions about the future of peace talks and the determination of Russian President Vladimir Putin to expand his countr
