At a hearing to determine if a Michigan high school mass shooter will receive a life prison sentence, a psychologist testified that the shooter, 17-year-old Ethan Crumbley, was a "feral child" who had been deeply neglected and was mentally ill. Videos of Crumbley in deep distress were played to illustrate his psychosis, and the psychologist said Crumbley's mental illness was a result of his environment and upbringing, but predicted he can be rehabilitated. No dates were disclosed for when the hearing will conclude.
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The family of Henrietta Lacks has reached a settlement with Thermo Fisher Scientific after suing the company in 2021 for reaping billions of dollars from a racist medical system. HeLa cells, taken from Lacks in 1951, have been used in a variety of medical breakthroughs, including the development of the polio vaccine and Covid-19 vaccines. The terms of the settlement have not been disclosed, but it serves as a reminder of the importance of consent and recognition of individuals' contributions to medical science.
Phoenix experienced a record-breaking heatwave throughout July, with temperatures reaching 110 degrees Fahrenheit (43.3 degrees Celsius) or higher for 31 consecutive days. Monsoon rains have cooled the area slightly, but temperatures are still expected to remain high. The National Weather Service has urged residents to take precautions to stay safe in the heat, including drinking plenty of water, avoiding strenuous activity, and wearing light, loose-fitting clothing.
Angus Cloud, best known for his role as Fezco in the HBO series "Euphoria," has died at the age of 25. His family announced the news in a statement, saying that he had been struggling with the loss of his father and that they hope his passing can be a reminder to others to not fight mental health issues in silence. His co-star Zendaya posted a tribute to him on Instagram, saying, "Rest in peace, Angus. You will be missed."
Beijing was hit by record rainfall on Monday, resulting in two bodies being recovered from waterways, tens of thousands of people being evacuated from their homes, and a massive sinkhole opening outside a shopping mall. The downpour also affected the neighboring city of Tianjin and Hebei province, raising questions about what is driving the extreme weather.
A rare brain-eating amoeba, Naegleria fowleri, has been linked to the death of a Georgia resident, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health. The amoeba is found in warm, freshwater lakes, rivers, ponds, and hot springs, and can cause a rare infection that destroys brain tissue. The health department is urging people to take precautions when swimming in these bodies of water, such as avoiding high temperatures, low water levels, and a lack of water flow, and using nose clips.
Madonna has been released from the hospital after being admitted for a serious bacterial infection, with her manager Guy Oseary confirming her recovery in a statement. On Sunday, Madonna expressed her gratitude for the love and support she received from her family, friends and fans during her recovery. The “Celebration” tour has been postponed until further notice, with no new start date announced.
This article discusses the record-breaking heatwave that has been affecting the United States in recent weeks. The National Weather Service has reported temperatures of at least 110 degrees Fahrenheit in Phoenix, Arizona and other parts of the country have also been affected. Experts have warned that the heatwave is likely to continue and have urged people to take necessary precautions to protect themselves and conserve energy.