Mother of student who posted TikTok video with racial slurs issues warning to parents
SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. — The mother of a Jackson Heights Middle School student who posted a video filled with racial slurs on TikTok is apologizing on her behalf and offering a warning to other parents. The video shows several students pointing at the camera, with audio that repeatedly features a racial slur. The video, which was posted for about three hours before it was taken down, has caused concern for parents and students on campus. She said the middle schooler wanted more followers on social media. Read: Florida’s failing insurance market contributing to rent crisis“I was hurt that my daughter had even posted something like that.
wftv.comTikTok video from Blogilates' Cassey Ho depicting 'perfect' body types of different eras goes viral
Blogilates' Cassey Ho had her own body edited to match the beauty standards for women throughout history in a video that has gone viral since being uploaded on Tuesday. Using a series of edited visual representations of herself, the CEO and head designer of the fitness brand Popflex and Blogilates covers the purportedly ideal body types of different time periods, including the 2020s, 2010s, 2000s, 1990s, 1950s and from 1400 through the 1700s.
news.yahoo.comAlligator captured near Georgia church in viral video: ‘Get the duct tape’
Alligator captured near Georgia church in viral video: 'Get the duct tape' Crews in southwest Georgia captured and relocated a gutsy gator Friday after the reptile was spotted near First Baptist Church in Donalsonville. (Donalsonville Police Department)DONALSONVILLE, Ga. — See ya later, alligator. >> Read more trending newsAccording to WSB-TV, crews in southwest Georgia captured and relocated a gutsy gator Friday after the reptile was spotted near First Baptist Church in Donalsonville. “Get the duct tape,” a voice can be heard saying in the now-viral video, which had been viewed more than 17,000 times by Tuesday morning. Police said Seminole County Code Enforcement and “a concerned citizen” helped capture the animal, which was relocated by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.
wftv.comPlight of Chinese mother of eight chained outside in winter causes public outrage despite official explanations
Across Chinese social media, people are wondering whether the woman in Jiangsu province was a victim of human trafficking and forced to be a mother as the proportion of women drops in society.
washingtonpost.comBride who uses wheelchair walks down aisle
Chelsie Hill, who has used a wheelchair for 11 years, told her fiancé she would go down the aisle in a wheelchair – but for six months before the wedding, she was secretly practicing for something else. On the big day, Hill was determined to walk down the aisle.
news.yahoo.comTwo men in India go viral for casually eating while an unplanned fire blazes in the background
Two men went viral in India for remaining calm and enjoying their food at a Bhiwandi wedding while a fire broke out behind them. The dilemma: The Indian Fire Service shared a now-viral Facebook video of two wedding guests caught between worrying about the approaching fire or continuing to enjoy the wedding feast. In the video, the men can be seen glancing back at the raging fire while choosing to remain in their seats to pick at their food and eat.
news.yahoo.comAntwain Fowler, viral video star, dies at age 6
MIAMI, Fla. — A little boy who became known for a viral video where he asked, “where we about to eat at?” has died. >> Read more trending newsAntwain Fowler’s mother made the announcement on his Instagram account. According to a GoFundMe account set up in his name, Antwain was diagnosed with autoimmune enteropathy in 2015. Autoimmune enteropathy is a rare disease where the body’s immune system attacks the lining of the intestines, according to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. His mother, China, posted several times on Instagram, saying, “The pain in my heart is like no other Why God !!!!!!!!!!!
wftv.comA Marine officer posted a video calling out senior leaders in Afghanistan. He was relieved of command.
Lt. Col. Stuart Scheller said, “People are upset because their senior leaders let them down and none of them are raising their hands and accepting accountability or saying: We messed this up.”
washingtonpost.com‘Black Panther’ sequel has name, Marvel releases sneak peek of MCU Phase 4
Fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe now know that the “Black Panther” sequel will be named “Black Panther Wakanda Forever” and it will be released July 8, 2022. >> Read more trending newsThe news came in Monday’s preview of the MCU’s Phase 4 of theatrical releases. In the nearly two-minute video, Marvel laid out the next group of movies that will continue the universe after Tony Stark’s snap in Infinity war. The video, which can be seen on YouTube, other social media platforms and below, features a voice-over from Stan Lee, creator of the Avengers, saying, “I love being with people; it’s the most incredible feeling in the world. That world may change and evolve, but the one that will never change — we’re all part of one big family.”After showing an audience reaction to the heroes of Marvel reuniting to defeat Thanos, and Captain America, saying “Avengers, assemble,” the preview then shows title screens, clips and release dates starting with “Black Widow” release on July 9.
wftv.comMayor Lori Lightfoot, aldermen look for answers after release of video showing Anthony Alvarez’s fatal shooting by a Chicago police officer
Yet another video showing a Chicago police officer fatally shooting a man during a foot chase has prompted Mayor Lori Lightfoot and aldermen to try to look for answers on how to stop it from happening again.
chicagotribune.comBlack Lives Matter activist from Zion charged with felony for alleged actions during protests in Kenosha over police shooting of Jacob Blake
Someone told a detective that McLemore posted images of himself on Facebook that showed him kicking the front door of the Public Safety Building and bragging that he was trying to break the fingers of an officer who was pulling the door shut, the complaint said. A detective found the images on McLemore’s Facebook page that were posted on Aug. 25.
chicagotribune.comNewly released video purportedly shows kidnapped Nigerian schoolboys
Newly released video purportedly shows kidnapped Nigerian schoolboys Newly released video footage purportedly shows some of the over 300 schoolboys who were kidnapped in Nigeria last week. CBS News believes the video to be genuine but cannot independently confirm its authenticity. The terror group Boko Haram has claimed responsibility for the mass kidnapping. BBC News' Mayeni Jones reports on the reaction in Nigeria's northwestern Katsina State.
cbsnews.comJoliet police sergeant is charged with misconduct for allegedly illegally accessing video of drug arrest
The in-squad video that Escueda allegedly accessed shows Lurry chewing on something as he is being transported to the police station. The video also depicts an officer slapping Lurry, who at the time appears to be passed out, on the face, and another officer using a collapsible baton to retrieve drugs from Lurry’s mouth. It also shows an officer holding Lurry’s nostils.
chicagotribune.comLaunch America: Get a 360-view as SpaceX prepares to launch NASA astronauts
News 6 is giving you a view of SpaceX’s Crew Dragon launch from just about every angle. Saturday is SpaceX’s second try as the private company and NASA work to usher in a new age of space travel with the Demo-2 launch. NASA astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley are set to take off at 3:22 p.m., weather willing. [READ MORE | Live launch updates: SpaceX set to launch NASA astronauts on Crew Dragon | Timeline: Here’s what NASA astronauts are doing on launch day]If Behnken and Hurley take off, it will mark the first time in nine years NASA astronauts will lift off from the Space Coast. SpaceX and weather officers are also closely watching the launch forecast and conditions in the Atlantic Ocean for recovery conditions in case of a launch abort.
Experience SpaceX’s historic launch in 360 degrees
Wednesday will usher in a new age of space travel as SpaceX’s Demo-2 launch with NASA astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley takes off. MORE: Live launch day updates: SpaceX prepares to launch NASA astronauts from Kennedy Space CenterThe launch is scheduled for 4:33 p.m. and there are many ways to watch. Take a look around, listen in to the spectators joining you and experience the thrill of the space coast as it does what it does best -- launch rockets. Weather officers with the 45th Weather Squadron have reduced the chances of good launch conditions to 50% and that is only the launch forecast. SpaceX and weather officers are also closely watching conditions in the Atlantic Ocean for recovery conditions in case of a launch abort.
Judge rejects Florida unemployment claims lawsuit
Judge rejects Florida unemployment claims lawsuitPublished: May 7, 2020, 9:46 amA judge granted a motion to dismiss a lawsuit filed against Florida and its unemployment benefit system operators Wednesday. The lawsuit was filed by attorneys representing Floridians who are waiting for unemployment payments due to the coronavirus fallout.
Gyms remain closed during Florida’s first phase of reopening
Gyms remain closed during Florida’s first phase of reopeningPublished: April 30, 2020, 1:41 pmA Central Florida gym owner was prepared to reopen before the governor announced gyms would remain closed during the first phase of reopening the state during the coronavirus pandemic.
Orange County mayor says governor’s plan to reopen Florida creates ‘uncertainty’ for some businesses
Orange County mayor says governor’s plan to reopen Florida creates ‘uncertainty’ for some businessesPublished: April 30, 2020, 1:38 pmhough the governor announced Wednesday that many businesses throughout Florida can begin to reopen as early as next week, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said it could be a while longer before businesses begin reopening in his county because they will need more time to prepare for the new guidelines.
Military planes salute workers on front lines of coronavirus pandemic with NYC flyover
Military planes salute workers on front lines of coronavirus pandemic with NYC flyoverPublished: April 29, 2020, 8:07 amJets from Navy’s Blue Angels and the Air Force’s Thunderbirds flew over New York City on Tuesday in a tribute to the medical personnel, first responders and other essential workers involved in fighting the coronavirus pandemic.
These are the precautions airlines are taking to prevent the spread of the coronavirus
These are the precautions airlines are taking to prevent the spread of the coronavirusPublished: April 28, 2020, 1:04 pmHere's what airlines are doing to protect passengers and employees during the coronavirus pandemic.
Some beach restrictions relaxed in parts of Brevard, Flagler counties
Some beach restrictions relaxed in parts of Brevard, Flagler countiesPublished: April 22, 2020, 10:38 amSatellite Beach and Cocoa Beach officials have reopened beaches for sunbathing, sitting in chairs and all other activities within city limits during the coronavirus pandemic — but groups must be five people or fewer.
Peloton offering at-home workouts during coronavirus pandemic
Peloton offering at-home workouts during coronavirus pandemicPublished: April 20, 2020, 10:10 amJulie Broughton caught up with a Peloton fitness instructor Cody Rigsby to talk about the importance of at-home workouts during the coronavirus pandemic.
Researchers say visiting ‘just one friend’ could undo social distancing
Researchers say visiting ‘just one friend’ could undo social distancingPublished: April 15, 2020, 3:16 pmResearchers at the University of Washington say visiting just one friend during the coronavirus pandemic could undo the goal of social distancing.
Here’s how you can get your stimulus check faster and electronically if you didn't file taxes
Here’s how you can get your stimulus check faster and electronically if you didn't file taxesPublished: April 15, 2020, 11:03 amMany Americans do not file taxes or haven’t updated their banking information since the last time they filed. The IRS is now allowing people to add new electronic banking information.
Orange County mayor issues stay-at-home order in response to coronavirus pandemic
Orange County mayor issues stay-at-home order in response to coronavirus pandemicPublished: March 24, 2020, 11:20 pmOrange County Mayor Jerry Demings joined other leaders around Florida Tuesday announcing plans to sign a stay-at-home executive order that will go into affect later this week.
INTERACTIVE MAP: Here’s where to get your drive-thru coronavirus test
INTERACTIVE MAP: Here’s where to get your drive-thru coronavirus testPublished: March 18, 2020, 11:15 pmAs coronavirus continues to spread throughout the Sunshine State, local medical groups are setting up shop to offer drive-thru COIVD-19 testing.
Video shows Orlando shooting victims huddled in bathroom
A newly-revealed and chilling video shows some of the horrors inside the Pulse nightclub during the Orlando terror attack. It shows several hostages huddled inside a restroom stall, among the dead and dying. They waited about four hours to be freed, but some of those seen in the video did not survive. Jamie Yuccas reports from Orlando.
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