People around the world watched in shock as a piece of history appeared to die before their eyes. After the smoke cleared, Parisians found through tearful eyes that much of the iconic Notre Dame cathedral survived the terrible inferno. Much like a house, the cathedral has a ceiling, an "attic" space filled with support trusses, and a roof on top. When you step inside and … [Read more...]
Woman Totals Car After Seeing Spider On The Front Seat
A New York woman totaled her car this week after seeing a spider on the front seat. The frightened driver panicked and lost control of her vehicle, which left the roadway and crashed into a tree. "After investigating today's crash on Silver Spur Road we feel it necessary to bring up a contributing factor that is not covered too often," the Town of Cairo Police Department … [Read more...]
Good Samaritan Saves 11-Year-Old Girl From Kidnapper
An 11-year-old girl is home safe and sound today thanks to the actions of a concerned citizen. Sgt. Tommy Thompson of the Phoenix police reported that the armed citizen witnessed the suspect approach the girl as she walked to school near 19th Avenue and Bell Road on April 3rd. In an interview earlier this week, Sgt. Thompson explained that the suspect grabbed the girl … [Read more...]
Star Gymnast Retires After Breaking Both Legs In Career-Ending Injury
Samantha Cerio, a leading gymnast from Alabama's Auburn University, suffered a career-ending accident during a floor routine at the Baton Rouge Regional NCAA gymnastics event last week. While performing a blind landing after a handspring double front, Cerio says she "reached for the ground a little too early." The young athlete came down hard on the mat and disclocated … [Read more...]
1960’s Icon Twiggy Awarded Damehood For Service To Her Country And The Arts
Twiggy, the model known for her thin physique, short hair, and bold fashion sense, was awarded damehood for her service to charity, art, and fashion. Born Lesley Lawson, Twiggy became the poster girl for the colorful mod movement of the 1960s. “Officially it’s Dame Lesley but call me Dame Twiggy," the 69-year-old starlet said. "I think Dame Twiggy sounds best. It’s … [Read more...]