Authorities confirmed that 17 participants of the Mother’s Day parade in New Orleans have been wounded when gunmen open-fired on people marching on Mother’s Day Parade held Sunday, March 12. No fatalities have been reported as bystanders rushed to the aid of the victims, who suffered non-threatening bullet wounds.
Jodi Arias received the guilty verdict on first degree murder last Wednesday, May 8, but the trial’s next phase scheduled on Thursday has been postponed. Fate of the convicted murderer is currently in the hands of jury who will decide if Jodi Arias must be given the death penalty or life in prison.
Viewers shared on numerous social networking sites their extraordinary experience of watching and capturing images of the 2013 Solar Eclipse observable in Australia and other parts of the world. The Coca Cola Space Science Center provided a live streaming as well for the viewers so they can watch the rare phenomenon online.
From being just a mere restaurant dishwasher, Charles Ramsey is now regarded around the world as the uncanny hero responsible for the escape of decade-long kidnapped victim Amanda Berry and her two companions.
It was supposed to be a fun-filled Saturday night out for newlywed bride Neriza Fojas, a 31-year-old registered nurse from Fresno and her friends but it ended in tragedy. A stretch limousine carrying the 9 female passengers suddenly burst into flames at the San Mateo-Hayward Bridge in San Francisco Bay killing 5 passengers, including the newlywed, and injuring 4 women during the 90-second fire.
The official Korean Central News Agency confirmed on Thursday, May 2, that the Supreme Court sentenced US citizen Kenneth Bae to 15 years of hard labor in North Korea for allegedly committing “hostile acts” against the Korean government. The US government currently insists amnesty and release for the captured US citizen.
Carmen Blandin Tarleton of Thetford began her “hell journey” in 2007 after husband Herbert Rodgers struck her with a bat and soaked her face with industrial-strength lye due to suspicion of infidelity. Six years later after the attack, the 44-year-old victim publicly revealed for the first time her new look from the successful face transplant surgery at Boston’s Brigham and Women’s hospital in February 2013.
Prince Harry of Wales was able to experience how to change a baby doll’s diaper with one hand while the other holds a dumbbell during his visit at Headway in Nottingham, England on April 25. Headway is a charity organization that supports the brain injury survivors and the 28-year-old Royal Prince showed his charming side at the event.
The 2013 Lyrids Meteor Shower was at its best peak from April 21 to the early morning hours of April 22. Viewers who were not able to experience the spectacle can still catch the rare phenomenon with NASA’s live stream coverage shared on Space.com beginning at 8:30 p.m. EDT (0030 GMT).
The 2013 Lyrids Meteor Shower is at its peak between Sunday night and the early hours of Monday morning but viewers can still see the spectacle until April 25. The bright moon may be an obstacle for the sky watchers but there are still some tips on how to best view the celestial display.
On Wednesday night, a fertilizer plant explosion shook Texas killing 70 people and the hundreds of injured victims were immediately rushed to the hospital for treatment. This is another tragic incident after the horrifying Boston Marathon explosion that occurred last Monday.
The Boston Marathon held last Monday was supposed to be a fun event for 29-year-old Krystle Campbell of Arlington, Massachusetts but the heinous bombing incident that occurred took her precious life. Officials confirmed to the public that Krystle Campbell was one of the three Boston Marathon bombing fatalities causing her family and friends to mourn their tragic loss even through social media.
The Boston Marathon explosion sparked different reactions among social media users who learned about the Apr. 15 tragedy. Several calls for prayers were posted almost instantly. Some users looked for who or what to blame. Others did the least they can, like spreading messages and images that could help keep one's faith in humanity.
The United States of America is now vigilant after the tragic 2013 Boston Marathon blast that reportedly killed three people and injured more than 100 people. US President Barack Obama promised the victims that the people responsible for the attack will receive “the full weight of justice” as he ordered federal agencies to help in preventing further “acts of terrorism” through increased vigilance.
The Boston Explosion Monday afternoon claimed at least three lives and wounded at least 120 by-standers, participants, and supporters of the athletes in the event. The twin blasts pulled social media users together as they share their grief and shock. Some posted photos calling for prayers, many others condemned the violence.
Off-duty Pasadena Fire Captain/Paramedic Art Hurtado was just going through his normal Wednesday life until an unnamed man publicly sawed-off his arms inside the Home Depot store in West Covina, Los Angeles. The courageous paramedic did the best he can to save the injured man.
Rehtaeh Parsons, the 17-year-old Canadian victim of rape and cyberbullying commits suicide after her classmates exposed the images of the gang rape incident on the social networking sites Facebook and Twitter. The tragic death news created an internet outrage with most users blaming the harsh society as the reason why Rehtaeh Parsons took her own life.
If you’re a parent currently dealing with toddlers, you must check out a 3-day-old blog that has gone viral for its funny and thought-provoking content: “Reasons My Son Is Crying.” The viral parenting blog shows a lot of crying moments from one little man in a series of funny photos (or at least the blog author meant it to be funny).
North Korea Leader Kim Jong Un’s final approval with the nuclear war on the United States led the social media web sites to react using funny or mocking images. Even hackers took over the North Korean social media accounts like “Twitter” and “Flickr” to publish compromised messages and photographs.
United Nations Chief, Ban Ki Moon has strongly condemns any use of nuclear weapons as he asserted in a statement following North Korea’s declaration of war against the South, noting that that the crisis may have already “gone too far.”
The University of Maryland at College Park (UMCP) and Lowell Observatory astronomers utilized NASA’s Swift Ultraviolet/Optical Telescope (UVOT) to observe the 2013 Comet C/2012 S1 ISON’s near-Earth approaching movement and composition. The Swift UVOT managed to capture an image of the comet which the space agency released to the public two days ago.
North Korea’s declaration of “state of war” against South Korea has been feared to spiral out of control, especially after its related threats thrown at its nemesis’ ally: the United States.
The Human Rights Campaign on gay marriage showed its support with the sharing of a red equal sign image on numerous social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram and Pinterest. However, the symbol received mixed reactions from millions of social media users where some posted the Red Equal Sign to show support while the others shared funny images instead.
Happy Easter! Oh, wait, it's April Fool's Day, too. Perhaps it's time for some funny tricks on your children's annual Easter Egg Hunt? Whatever you do, keep it light and keep your "targets" out of harm's way. If you're looking for some funny photos or memes to post to your social media page, start the slideshow and pick your favorite.
The United Nations identified the important date March 21 as the “World Down Syndrome Day” (WDSD) with the aim to increase public awareness on the hereditary condition and to support the rights and well-being of the Down syndrome patients. A performance from the Down syndrome dancers will be held today at the Federation Square in Melbourne, Australia.
Comet PANSTARRS, also known as C/2011 L4, is a non-periodic comet, which means it would show up only once in a lifetime. Astrophotographers up North have been taking advantage of the waxing crescent moon to take stunning photos of PANSTARRS. The comet gave the most stunning view with the New Moon on Mar. 13 in the sunset sky of the Northern Hemisphere.
The 2013 Comet PANSTARRS spectacularly appeared close to the crescent moon during the March 13 night sky. Clear skies provided a great view for the spectators who wish to witness and capture images of the rare space phenomenon.
Comet PANSTARRS was discovered in June 2011, and was expected to be visible to the naked eye in March 2013. But it is not as bright as the Comet ISON, which will grace the sky by end-2013. Many of those who have tried to spot this March comet needed the aid of binoculars. Keep trying, says the experts. If you are into astrophotography, have your own gallery of PANSTARRS photos. This is one cosmic event you would not want to miss.
Social networking sites are currently targeting the convicted “New York Cannibal Cop” with funny images and memes. On Tuesday, jurors of the US Federal Court found Police Officer Gilberto Valle guilty for his cannibalism plot on young women.
The 2013 Comet PANSTARRS begins to display its brightest spectacular view on Tuesday, March 12, shortly after 7 p.m. Experts urge the curious viewers to grab their binoculars, go to an area on the western horizon free from tall buildings, trees and bright city lights in order to have a best shot watching the rare phenomenon.
