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Queensland Man Escapes Close Encounter with Saltwater Crocodile While Snorkeling Off Cape York Coast

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Queensland Man Escapes Close Encounter with Saltwater Crocodile While Snorkeling Off Cape York Coast

By News Masher on May 30, 2023

On Saturday, Marcus McGowan had a close encounter with a saltwater crocodile while snorkeling off the Cape York Coast in Australia. He was able to pry the reptile's jaws off his head and fend it off with his right hand, which was subsequently bitten. McGowan was taken to hospital and treated for lacerations to his head and right hand, with the Queensland Government's hospital service saying he was "very lucky" to have escaped the attack.

Elizabeth Holmes Begins 11-Year Prison Sentence for Defrauding Investors of Millions of Dollars

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Elizabeth Holmes Begins 11-Year Prison Sentence for Defrauding Investors of Millions of Dollars

By News Masher on May 30, 2023

Elizabeth Holmes, founder of the now-defunct Theranos, has begun her 11-year sentence for defrauding investors of millions of dollars. Holmes was able to raise more than $700 million in venture capital funding for the company, but its technology was never able to live up to its promise and was eventually exposed as a fraud. Her conviction serves as a reminder of the consequences of fraud and the importance of due diligence when investing.

Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter Diagnosed with Dementia as Plains, Georgia Prepares to Say Goodbye to Jimmy Carter

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Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter Diagnosed with Dementia as Plains, Georgia Prepares to Say Goodbye to Jimmy Carter

By News Masher on May 30, 2023

The Carter family has announced that Rosalynn Carter, the former first lady and wife of Jimmy Carter, has been diagnosed with dementia. The Carter Center emphasized Rosalynn's advocacy for mental health and noted that she is still living happily at home with her husband. As Jimmy Carter is receiving hospice care, the nation is sending its best wishes to the Carters.

Hundreds Gather at Loose Park for Annual Going the Distance for Brain Injury Race in Support of “Team Ralph

By News Masher on May 30, 2023

Hundreds of people gathered at Loose Park in Kansas City, Missouri for the annual Going the Distance for Brain Injury race in honor of 17-year-old Ralph Yarl, who was shot and suffered a traumatic brain injury in April. Yarl was joined by his mother, Cleo Nagbe, and other family, friends, and brain injury survivors, who spoke about the need to raise awareness about the causes of brain injuries, particularly gun violence. The event was a success, with many participants expressing their support for Yarl and the cause.

Canadian Woman Overcomes Fall to Win Annual Cooper’s Hill Cheese Rolling Event in Gloucester, England

By News Masher on May 30, 2023

Hundreds of spectators gathered in Gloucester, England on Monday to witness the annual Cooper's Hill Cheese Rolling event, a centuries-old tradition of racers chasing a 7-pound wheel of Double Gloucester cheese down a near-vertical hill. Nineteen-year-old Delaney Irving, from Canada, was knocked out during the race but still managed to win the women's race. Despite her fall, Irving was seen smiling with her cheese and supporters, proud of her accomplishment.

12 Horses Suffer Fatal Injuries at Churchill Downs, Sparking Outpouring of Grief from Racing Community

By News Masher on May 28, 2023

Churchill Downs has experienced a tragic month with 12 horses suffering fatal injuries on the racetrack. The two most recent fatalities occurred on Saturday and Friday, with both horses euthanized due to “inoperable and unrecoverable” injuries. The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission is currently investigating the deaths and has implemented a number of safety measures, including the use of a synthetic track surface, to reduce the risk of injury. Churchill Downs has expressed their sorrow for the loss of the animals and their commitment to ensuring the safety of the horses and the sport.

Indiana Medical Licensing Board Issues Reprimand and $3,000 Fine to Indianapolis OB-GYN for Discussing 10-Year-Old Rape Victim’s Abortion with a Reporter

By News Masher on May 26, 2023

Indiana's Medical Licensing Board has issued a $3,000 fine and a letter of reprimand to an Indianapolis OB-GYN who discussed the case of a 10-year-old rape victim from Ohio with a reporter. The board concluded that Dr. Caitlin Bernard had violated patient privacy laws, and the decision has been met with mixed reactions from the public. The board's decision serves as a reminder that patient privacy must be respected and that medical professionals must adhere to the laws and regulations of their respective states.

South Carolina Supreme Court Temporarily Halts Implementation of New Abortion Ban Pending Review

By News Masher on May 26, 2023

A judge has temporarily blocked the implementation of South Carolina's new abortion ban at around six weeks of pregnancy, pending review by the state Supreme Court. The law, which was passed by the General Assembly on Tuesday, is similar to a 2021 ban on abortion once cardiac activity can be detected. The state Supreme Court previously ruled that the 2021 law violated the state constitution's right to privacy. The decision to halt the implementation of the new law means South Carolina reverts back to a ban at about 20 weeks after fertilization, for now.

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