Spain bans controversial tradition of dwarf bullfighting under animal rights pressure

From: Janet R.

Sent: April 28, 2023

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Subject: Fw: Spain bans controversial tradition of dwarf bullfighting under animal rights pressure

Spain has banned a decades-long tradition of "dwarf bullfighting," a controversial spectacle in which people dressed as dwarfs taunt and dodge young bulls in front of a cheering crowd. The ban follows pressure from animal rights groups, who argue that the practice is cruel and puts both the animals and the performers at risk. While some locals defended the tradition as a part of their cultural heritage, others welcomed the decision, saying it was long overdue. The ban comes amid a wider debate in Spain over the treatment of animals in entertainment, with many calling for a ban on bullfighting altogether. However, others argue that the sport is a deeply ingrained part of Spanish culture and should be preserved.



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Airport Worker Arrested After Climbing Onto Plane Wing and Hitting It with Cone

From: Kim B.

Sent: April 28, 2023

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Subject: Fw: Airport Worker Arrested After Climbing Onto Plane Wing and Hitting It with Cone

An airport worker in the United States shocked passengers when he climbed onto the wing of a plane, hitting it with a cone and walking around. The incident took place at the Greater Rochester International Airport in New York. The worker reportedly told the authorities that he was trying to catch the attention of the pilots so he could ask for help with a personal matter. The man was arrested and charged with criminal trespassing.

The incident occurred on the morning of April 26, 2023, and the man was seen by passengers and airport workers alike. Many people were terrified by the incident, and some feared that the man could damage the plane. Airport security quickly arrived at the scene and arrested the man.

According to the authorities, the man has been identified as a 37-year-old employee of the airport. He was not authorized to be on the tarmac at the time of the incident. The airport spokesperson released a statement saying that the incident was being investigated and that the airport would take appropriate action once the investigation was completed.

The incident highlights the need for better security measures at airports. Passengers and airport workers alike were shocked and frightened by the man's actions. While the incident did not cause any harm to the plane or its passengers, it could have ended much differently. The authorities have yet to release any further information on the man's motives or the personal matter he was reportedly trying to get help with.

Overall, the incident was a frightening experience for those involved. It serves as a reminder that airports need to ensure the safety and security of their passengers and employees at all times. The man is currently in custody and is awaiting trial for criminal trespassing.

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Man confesses to rehoming girlfriend's cats without permission

From: Fred S.

Sent: April 28, 2023

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Subject: Fw: Man confesses to rehoming girlfriend's cats without permission

A man confessed on Reddit that he rehomed his girlfriend's cats without her permission. The man explained that his girlfriend had moved in with him, bringing her cats along, and he initially agreed to keep them. However, he found them too much of a burden and claimed they had caused damage to his home. He tried to convince his girlfriend to rehome them, but she refused. Frustrated, he took matters into his own hands and rehomed the cats without telling her. The girlfriend was devastated when she found out, and the man realized that he had made a mistake. He apologized and tried to find the cats, but it was too late. The post sparked outrage and condemnation from other Reddit users, who criticized the man for his actions.



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Leg-lengthening surgery gaining popularity among US men despite risks and criticism

From: Jim N.

Sent: April 27, 2023

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Subject: Fw: Leg-lengthening surgery gaining popularity among US men despite risks and criticism

Leg-lengthening surgery is becoming popular among men in the US, with some clinics reporting a 30% increase in demand during the pandemic. The procedure involves breaking and extending bones in the legs and can add up to six inches in height, at a cost of $76,000. While the surgery is mostly cosmetic, it is also used to treat limb-length discrepancies and some conditions affecting the joints. However, it is a painful and risky procedure that carries the risk of infection and nerve damage. It also requires a long recovery period and extensive physical therapy. Critics argue that leg-lengthening surgery promotes unrealistic beauty standards and could exacerbate body dysmorphia in some individuals.



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Walking a leashed dog linked to risk of traumatic brain injury, study finds

From: Frank F.

Sent: April 27, 2023

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Subject: Fw: Walking a leashed dog linked to risk of traumatic brain injury, study finds

A new study has suggested that walking a dog while it's on a leash could lead to a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Researchers found that falls involving dogs on a leash resulted in more severe TBIs and were more common among older adults. The study used data from over 4,000 patients with TBIs who were admitted to the emergency department. Of those patients, around 6% had suffered a TBI while walking a dog on a leash. The study recommends that older adults who walk dogs on leashes should be aware of the potential risks and take appropriate precautions, such as using a walking aid, wearing appropriate footwear, and choosing a dog that is appropriate for their age and size.



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North Carolina Shooting Highlights Need for Stronger Gun Control Measures

From: Debbie R.

Sent: April 20, 2023

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Subject: Fw: North Carolina Shooting Highlights Need for Stronger Gun Control Measures

A man in North Carolina allegedly shot a six-year-old girl, her parents, and another neighbor after a basketball rolled into his yard. The suspect, 24-year-old Robert Louis Singletary, was also charged with assaulting his girlfriend with a sledgehammer in December.

On Tuesday, the Gaston County Police Department received a 911 call about a local shooting. Investigators later determined that Singletary seriously injured one adult male and one juvenile female and that a separate female was grazed by a bullet while a second adult male was shot.

Neighbors told ABC News' Charlotte affiliate WSOC that the shooting began after a basketball rolled into Singletary’s yard from a group of local children playing basketball in the street. Singletary allegedly fired a gun at a neighbor before approaching a father and son, William and Kinsley White. Both were transported to a local area hospital for treatment.

In an emotional interview, Kinsley White, who was shot, asked Singletary, "Why did you shoot my daddy and me? Why did you shoot a kid's dad?" Family members say William White tried to draw gunfire towards himself to protect his family as Singletary unloaded an entire magazine toward his neighbor. White was shot in the back in his own front yard, according to his partner Ashley Hilderbrand.

Singletary is still on the loose, and local and federal law enforcement are searching for him. Gaston County Police have multiple warrants for Singletary’s arrest. He is charged with four counts of attempted murder, two counts of assault with a deadly weapon, and one count of possession of a firearm by a felon.

This incident follows a string of similar incidents where seemingly ordinary mistakes have led to serious consequences involving firearms. Over the last week, two cheerleaders in Texas were shot after entering the wrong car in a parking lot, a woman in New York was killed after entering the wrong driveway, and a 16-year-old in Missouri was shot after ringing the doorbell to the wrong home.

These incidents highlight the dangers of gun violence and the need for stronger gun control measures. Gun violence has been a persistent problem in the United States, with shootings occurring in schools, workplaces, and other public spaces. The issue has become increasingly politicized, with some advocating for stricter gun laws while others argue that the right to bear arms is enshrined in the US Constitution.

The debate over gun control has intensified in recent years, with mass shootings and high-profile incidents like the North Carolina shooting bringing the issue to the forefront of public discourse. Many states have implemented their own gun control laws, while others have passed laws that make it easier for individuals to carry firearms in public.

The gun control debate is unlikely to be resolved anytime soon, but incidents like the North Carolina shooting highlight the need for comprehensive measures to address gun violence. This could include universal background checks, restrictions on assault weapons, and increased funding for mental health services.

Regardless of one's stance on the issue, it is clear that gun violence is a serious problem in the United States that requires urgent attention. The North Carolina shooting is just one example of the devastating impact that firearms can have on individuals, families, and communities. Until meaningful action is taken to address this issue, these incidents are likely to continue, leaving a trail of grief and trauma in their wake.

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https://abcnews.go.com

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Unremarkable-looking Stone on Council Estate in Edinburgh is One of the World's Oldest Monuments

From: Buck H.

Sent: April 18, 2023

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Subject: Fw: Unremarkable-looking Stone on Council Estate in Edinburgh is One of the World's Oldest Monuments

An unremarkable-looking stone on a council estate in Edinburgh is one of the oldest stone monuments in the world. The single megalith was originally erected around 4,000 years ago in the Neolithic period. The Ravenswood Avenue "standing stone" is almost as ancient as the 5,000-year-old Stonehenge and the Pyramid of Djoser in Egypt. At nearly 7ft tall, the grey sandstone is caged in by railings to protect it from vandals, and sometimes has a local supermarket trolley for company. Its location is believed to be to commemorate an ancient battle, although its history remains largely unknown.

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https://metro.co.uk



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US Prosecutors Charge El Chapo's Sons with Gruesome Fentanyl Experiments on Humans

From: Joe R.

Sent: April 17, 2023

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Subject: Fw: US Prosecutors Charge El Chapo's Sons with Gruesome Fentanyl Experiments on Humans

US prosecutors have filed a series of new charges against the sons of Mexican drug lord Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, accusing Los Chapitos of conducting gruesome tests on humans with fentanyl produced by the Sinaloa Cartel. Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed the allegations, which include feeding victims to tigers and injecting a woman repeatedly with fentanyl until she died. The cartel is said to have experimented on individuals tied down to test the potency of the drug, with some dying as a result. The charges also allege that the cartel sent a batch of fentanyl to the US, despite an addict dying from testing it.

Los Chapitos is led by Iván Guzmán Salazar, along with his younger brothers Alfredo Guzmán Salazar and Joaquín Guzmán López, all of whom are fugitives. The US prosecutors accused them of running “the largest, most violent, and most prolific fentanyl trafficking operation in the world,” with the cartel relying on a network of precursor chemical suppliers in China and a broker in Guatemala, who was recently arrested.

Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador had denied that cartels were manufacturing illicit fentanyl in clandestine labs across his country, but a delegation of high-ranking Mexican security officials visited Washington to meet Garland and discuss fentanyl cooperation. The US and Mexico also announced the creation of a presidential commission to fight the trafficking of illicit synthetic drugs, firearms and ammunition.

The charges against Los Chapitos and their network come from five indictments filed by federal prosecutors in Manhattan, Chicago, and Washington, D.C. Damian Williams, the US Attorney for the Southern District of New York, called the cases “the most ambitious fentanyl prosecution in American history.”

The indictment outlines a sprawling conspiracy, where fentanyl precursors move from China to Mexico via a group of Guatemala-based smugglers. The importation was allegedly run by Ana Gabriela Rubio Zea, who brokered deals between drug traffickers and Chinese chemical manufacturers. The indictment lists 23 people, including four alleged Chinese co-conspirators involved in the trafficking of fentanyl precursors. Kun Jiang is named as one of Rubio Zea’s “primary sources of supply in China,” alleging that he used Chinese air carriers to send the product. The other three, Huatao Yao, Yonghao Wu, and Yaqin Wu, allegedly “are another significant source of chemicals”. The precursors were allegedly sent by Yao’s company, Wuhan Shuokang Biological Technology Ltd., also known as SK Biotech, often being paid “in cryptocurrency or via cross-border bank transfers.”

The US Treasury Department announced sanctions against Zea and the Chinese network, adding them to the “kingpin list” to freeze assets and cut off access to the US financial system.

DEA Administrator Anne Milgram said Friday that Los Chapitos were the biggest outfit in the game and that they had been targeted proactively because they were responsible for most of the fentanyl flooding US communities. The Sinaloa Cartel has also allegedly used cryptocurrency to launder its drug proceeds. The charges come amid growing concern about the spread of fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid blamed for a surge in overdose deaths across the US.

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https://www.vice.com

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KISS concert temporarily halted as Gene Simmons falls ill on stage in Brazil

From: Kelly T.

Sent: April 14, 2023

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Subject: Fw: KISS concert temporarily halted as Gene Simmons falls ill on stage in Brazil

KISS were forced to halt their performance in Manaus, Brazil, after bassist and lead singer Gene Simmons became ill on stage. The 73-year-old musician left the stage briefly before returning to play while seated. Simmons later explained on Twitter that he had suffered dehydration due to the high humidity of the gig's location. The band's End Of The Road World Tour is billed as their final set of performances. They will resume their shows with a performance in Bogotá, Colombia, on Saturday.

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Joe Biden corrects gaffe confusing All Blacks with Black and Tans during Ireland trip

From: Vince R.

Sent: April 13, 2023

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Subject: Fw: Joe Biden corrects gaffe confusing All Blacks with Black and Tans during Ireland trip

The White House has corrected Joe Biden's gaffe which confused New Zealand's All Blacks rugby team with the British military force known as the Black and Tans that terrorised Ireland. Biden was thanking an Irish rugby player, Rob Kearney, for the tie he was wearing during a speech in a pub in Dundalk on Wednesday night when he made the mistake. An official transcript of the remarks released on Thursday crossed out “Black and Tans” and inserted “All Blacks” instead. Irish rebels fought a bloody conflict against the Black and Tans during the 1919-21 Irish war of independence.

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Leaked US documents reveal Russian infighting over war casualties

From: Joan S.

Sent: April 13, 2023

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Subject: Fw: Leaked US documents reveal Russian infighting over war casualties

Leaked documents from the US have revealed disagreement in Russia’s security forces over the number of casualties in the Ukraine conflict, with the FSB security service accusing officials of undercounting deaths. Russia has not released official figures for the number of military fatalities in the conflict, which began in 2014, and warned that the leaks may be false. The FSB estimated 110,000 casualties by February, a lower number than figures released this week by US documents, which suggested 189,500 to 223,000 casualties, with 35,500 to 43,000 killed in action. Official Russian figures are dated from September 2022.

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Progressive Christian Missionaries Spread Awareness of Alternative Lifestyles to Amazon Tribes

From: Kimmy N.

Sent: April 12, 2023

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A group of progressive Christian missionaries in the Amazon is trying to spread awareness about alternative lifestyles, including homosexuality, among unreached native tribes. Gary Snead, a gay pastor, and leader of God's New Rainbow missionary organization, hopes that his team's efforts will help tribes that have never heard about homosexuality. Despite encountering hostility from members of the tribes, the group has not been deterred, and it has brought rainbow flags, trans flags, and high heels for the male members of the tribes. However, the missionaries have not been heard from in days after being sent to a reclusive tribe. Just Satire.



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Migrants Died in Detention Fire Due to Alleged Bribery Scheme by Guards in Mexico

From: Kevin S.

Sent: April 6, 2023

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Subject: Fw: Migrants Died in Detention Fire Due to Alleged Bribery Scheme by Guards in Mexico

On March 27, 2023, 39 migrants died in a detention center fire in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, because they couldn't or wouldn't pay a $200 bribe to be released. At least one migrant allegedly started the fire in protest of not receiving food and water from guards for 10 hours. The detention center was described as a defacto "extortion center," where only migrants with the means to pay could be released, and others would be sent to Mexico City or deported.

Three survivors and two guards at the facility told VICE World News that the detention center was run by officers from Mexico's National Migration Institute (INM) and private security guards who scammed and extorted migrants in detention. Family members of the detained migrants allegedly deposited extortion payments into the personal bank accounts of the private security guards to avoid a paper trail. The profits were then shared among those running the scheme, including INM personnel.

One migrant who survived, Joan, said he paid $200 to get out of the detention center before the 7 p.m. deadline given by guards. He said the guards told him that he would be deported the next day if he didn't deposit the money. Joan was released four hours after being detained in the center, and his family's payment saved his life.

The allegations of extortion and bribery promises to fuel further outrage at the Mexican government over the dozens of deaths in the fire. They may also explain why immigration officials in Ciudad Juárez arrested hundreds of migrants, including families with children, the day of the fire and brought them to the detention center. The private security guards who worked at the detention center said each migrant paid around $200 to $500 to be released, and the doors were locked at 7 p.m. If they paid before then, they were let out; otherwise, they were deported or sent to Mexico City.

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