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Airbnb horror story: Single mom battles squatters after guests overstay

A single mother in North Carolina, Farzana Rahman, is facing significant financial stress after Airbnb guests at her rental property turned into squatters, causing her to lose essential income. Rahman had rented out the home in the Durham area to guests who were supposed to leave by May 24, but they remain on the property, causing a major disruption to her plans to finance her son’s college education. The trouble began when Rahman sent a housekeeper to prepare the unit for its next potential occupants. Instead of finding an empty dwelling, the housekeeper encountered the guests still occupying the space.

Airbnb horror story: Single mom battles squatters after guests overstay
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Utah prepares for first execution in over ten years

A judge in Cedar City affixed his signature to an execution warrant for Taberon Honie, scheduling his death by legal injection for August 8, 2024. At 48 years old, Honie has spent a quarter-century on death row following his 1999 conviction for the vicious slaying of Claudia Benn, 49, the mother of his former girlfriend. During the hearing that stretched beyond an hour, lawyers from both camps sparred over the potential removal of the stay on Honie’s execution before 5th District Judge Jeffrey C. Wilcox. Ultimately, Wilcox aligned himself with the prosecution’s stance, decreeing that no legal hurdles remained to

Utah prepares for first execution in over ten years
Lifestyle|Health

Swiping made her miserable - here's what she did instead

In our modern swipe-rights and digital romance world, one woman discovered the path to self-love by taking a break from dating apps altogether. Mimi Watt‘s journey to boosting her confidence and finding self-worth began when she made the daring decision to delete Hinge, forgoing the tempting endorphin rushes of new matches in favor of a more nourishing relationship with herself. For years, the 29-year-old Sydney native had been caught up in the intoxicating cycle of looking for love online. While dating apps provided an initial thrill of romantic possibility, Watt felt increasingly drained, diverting precious energy into the pursuit of

Swiping made her miserable - here's what she did instead
News|Education

Fake nudes, real punishment: How these explicit deepfakes cost these students their education

Five Beverly Vista Middle School students have been expelled for creating and sharing explicit AI-generated images of their classmates. During a special meeting on March 6, the Beverly Hills Unified School District (BHUSD) decided on the expulsions, but California Education Code restricted the details shared.   While specifics are limited due to student privacy regulations, according to the LA Weekly, reports indicate the disturbing practice involved digitally superimposing eighth-graders’ faces onto AI-generated nude bodies, a technique known as “deepfakes.” Shockingly, a total of 16 students were victimized by these manipulated images, which were swiftly destroyed within 24 hours of school officials

Fake nudes, real punishment: How these explicit deepfakes cost these students their education
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Sisters survived a brutal attack, now they finally know their attacker's name

Indiana police have named Thomas Edward Williams as the man who abducted and stabbed three girls nearly 48 years ago. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department revealed the news on Thursday, providing resolution to a case that has troubled the community for years. On August 19, 1975, Kandice Smith, then 13; Sheri Rottler Trick, 11; and Kathie Rottler, 14, were hitchhiking when Williams picked them up. According to a press conference, investigator David Ellison, the girls were taken in a white vehicle from a gas station, where they had bought some items. Williams offered them a ride, directing them to sit

Sisters survived a brutal attack, now they finally know their attacker's name
Uncategorized|Health|WrittenByLAPost

Why plant-based meat ignites a lasting craving & is here to stay

A huge change is happening in the food world, questioning old ideas about where our meat comes from. This new kind of meat, cleverly named plant-based meat or “unicorn meat,” is either made from plants or grown from cells in a lab. This fresh, cutting-edge idea is still getting established. However, it could be an ethical, environmentally-friendly option compared to regular meat that’s also healthier. At its heart, unicorn meat aims to mimic traditional meat sources’ rich flavors, succulent textures, and nutritional might. But it does so through innovative culinary alchemy. Trailblazers like Upside Foods and Impossible Foods are spearheading

Why plant-based meat ignites a lasting craving & is here to stay
Technology|WrittenByLAPost

“I knew I would end up dead”- A widow’s double life cost her more than just the $1.5m he took from her accounts

In today’s digital age, online romance scams have emerged as one of the most insidious and traumatic forms of fraud. In this horrifying reality, ruthless predators lurk behind carefully curated fake profiles, spinning intricate webs of lies and fiction to exploit the lonely, the vulnerable, and the heartbroken. The devastating impact and merciless psychological torment inflicted by these cruel deceptions is laid bare in the grim case of Laura Kowal, a 57-year-old widow who fell prey to an elaborate $1.5 million romance fraud scheme perpetrated through the popular dating app Match.com. Like countless others who have sought human connection and

“I knew I would end up dead”- A widow’s double life cost her more than just the $1.5m he took from her accounts
News|Local

Viral video shows moms in a wild brawl at Disneyland

disneyland fight

Viral video shows moms in a wild brawl at Disneyland
Local

A guide to Long Beach's top spots: Aquariums, gondolas, and more

Long Beach sits inside Los Angeles County

A guide to Long Beach's top spots: Aquariums, gondolas, and more
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Tragic crash claims life of high school cheerleader just weeks before graduation

ROCHESTER, Minn. — A teenage girl who loved cheerleading and had huge ambitions for the future tragically lost her life in a multi-vehicle crash last month. Olivia Flores, 18 years old and just weeks away from graduating from Owatonna High School, died following the crash on May 18th in Rochester, according to the city’s news release. The fatal accident involved three automobiles – a Minnesota State Patrol squad vehicle, a Ford Focus carrying Flores as a passenger, and a Toyota RAV4. Authorities state the patrol car was eastbound on 12th Street SW when it impacted the westbound Ford as it

Tragic crash claims life of high school cheerleader just weeks before graduation
Lifestyle

Influencer mourns tragic loss as two-year-old son drowns in hotel pool

In an unimaginable tragedy that has touched a heart-wrenching chord worldwide, Malaysian influencer Jasmine Yong is heartbroken by the accidental drowning of her 2-year-old son Enzo during what began as a joyous Mother's Day hotel stay. The heartbroken mom's horror and agony gushed out across social media as she disclosed the incomprehensible loss of her beloved son in a hotel pool mishap. 

Influencer mourns tragic loss as two-year-old son drowns in hotel pool
News|Education

Maryland teacher faces 55 charges for allegedly abusing eight students over two years

Maryland teacher faces 55 charges for allegedly abusing eight students over two years

Maryland teacher faces 55 charges for allegedly abusing eight students over two years
News

8-year-old dies shielding mother in domestic dispute in Minnesota

In Burnsville, Minnesota, 8-year-old Amir Harden tragically died while trying to protect his mother during a domestic conflict. According to ABC5, authorities report that the incident involved Amir’s father, Danair Harden, who had recently been released from jail on domestic assault charges. The tragic event took place just before midnight on Wednesday. Amir was shot in the head and neck and later passed away at a hospital in Hennepin County. The county medical examiner confirmed that Amir succumbed to his injuries on Sunday. Four other young children were present during the shooting. Police reports indicate that Amir was not the

8-year-old dies shielding mother in domestic dispute in Minnesota
World

Dog walker discovers newborn in London, police confirm connection to previous abandonments

Dog Walker Discovers Newborn In London,

Dog walker discovers newborn in London, police confirm connection to previous abandonments
Lifestyle

'Have your own wedding' - Bride hits limit with sister

A young bride has found herself at odds with her older sibling over plans for her upcoming wedding ceremony. The 29-year-old woman, known only by her Reddit username “u/initial-arugula-7624,” took to the social platform on May 29 to air frustrations with her 33-year-old sister “Cat,” who has voiced harsh criticisms of the bride’s wedding choices. On social media, the bride talked about her efforts to involve her sister in planning the wedding, hoping it would bring them closer and pay tribute to their late father. Cat’s fiancé died in a motorcycle crash five years ago, a devastating event that has

'Have your own wedding' - Bride hits limit with sister
Lifestyle

Atlanta mother’s furious outburst over son’s awards ceremony snub: What happened? Watch the video.

We’ve all seen them – the overbearing, intensely involved helicopter moms who can’t seem to let their children navigate anything in life without a tight leash. One such helicopter mother went viral this week for taking that parenting style to an extreme. During her son’s elementary school award ceremony, she caused a profanity-laced meltdown after the first-grader failed to be called for recognition, sparking a heated debate around the consequences of harsh, controlling parenting. Footage of the mother’s shocking outburst at the Atlanta school racked up over 6 million views on TikTok. In the clip, she can be seen standing

Atlanta mother’s furious outburst over son’s awards ceremony snub: What happened? Watch the video.
Lifestyle

Wheels Off: Fed-up passenger dismantles suitcase to avoid Ryanair's excess baggage charges

We’ve all been there—you get to the airport, figuring you packed everything perfectly, only for the agent to warn you that your checked luggage is over the authorized weight limit and you’ll need to pay an overweight baggage fee. For most of us, that means begrudgingly opening our wallets. But one fed-up traveler adopted a completely different technique that’s both hilarious and provocative. The Sun reported that the bag incident occurred at the airport in Palma, Mallorca, where a guy named Daniel was prepared to catch a short flight to mainland Spain on the low-cost airline Ryanair. As he went

Wheels Off: Fed-up passenger dismantles suitcase to avoid Ryanair's excess baggage charges
Lifestyle

Mile-high mayhem: Shady seat swap goes Viral

A viral TikTok video has sparked heated debate over airplane seat swap etiquette after a father allegedly duped a fellow passenger during a seat swap gone wrong, turning it into a game of mile-high musical chairs.  TikTok user Alex Bennett claimed she witnessed the “most insane plane behavior” on a recent flight while sitting behind a man who agreed to change seats with a father traveling with his two children. Bennett said the father approached the man in the aisle seat behind her, asking to trade aisle seats so he could sit together with his kids in the middle and

Mile-high mayhem: Shady seat swap goes Viral
Lifestyle|WrittenByLAPost

Escape the dating bench: 10 Signs you're just a convenience, not a priority

An interesting behavior has emerged in the world of modern dating – it’s called “benching.” Although the term was only coined in 2023, this toxic and manipulative practice has been secretly damaging romantic relationships for years, ensnaring many well-intentioned people At its very core, benching bears an unsettling similarity to the equally infamous trend of “breadcrumbing.” The harsh reality is that you’re deliberately kept dangling by a tenuous thread of faint hope, strung along while your supposed romantic partner ruthlessly pursues other prospective interests. You’re not even a viable backup option – merely a last resort, reluctantly engaged only when

Escape the dating bench: 10 Signs you're just a convenience, not a priority
Lifestyle|WrittenByLAPost

Rediscover Inner Peace and Clarity with a Social Media Break

In an era dominated by digital connectivity, taking a social media break has become a pressing need as social media platforms have reshaped how we interact. Yet, as we entangle ourselves in these virtual realms, the urgency emerges—to disengage and re-evaluate our relationship with the online world. For today’s youth, the psychological toll of excessive screen time and the pursuit of curated perfection is gravely concerning. Acknowledging the urgency of balance, consciously scheduling a social media break, nurturing well-being, and rediscovering richness beyond pixels is critical. Numerous scholarly works illuminate the profound mental health benefits of disconnecting: 1. Restored emotional

Rediscover Inner Peace and Clarity with a Social Media Break
Lifestyle|WrittenByLAPost

Rediscover meaningful relationships: How to beak free from digital isolation

Social media was meant to connect us, but it’s driving people apart – even from our closest friends and family. Social Media influence has created an environment of mistrust and isolation within our most cherished relationships. This toxic effect threatens our society’s foundational bonds, leaving us adrift in superficial connections. It has eroded the strong relationships that once fortified our lives. At the core, the crafted online personas we create fuel constant comparison—sizing up our real lives against the highlight reels plastered across digital spaces. Just glimpses of others’ triumphs stoke self-doubt and jealousy, slowly burning away intimacy. With endless

Rediscover meaningful relationships: How to beak free from digital isolation
Lifestyle|WrittenByLAPost

Sugar daddy's secret: Inside the world of sugar dating revealed

The glamorized world of sugar dating or “sugaring” is often portrayed as an empowering way for young adults to receive financial support from wealthy partners in exchange for companionship and affection. However, a recent eye-opening discussion hosted by the anti-exploitation group World Without Exploitation (WorldWE) pulled back the curtain on the harsh realities – sugaring frequently involves coercion, power imbalances, and sexual exploitation akin to traditional prostitution. During the webinar titled “The Bitter Truth of Sugaring,” speakers Tamar Arenson and Megan Lundstrom made a strong case that while the sugaring lifestyle is marketed as a consensual relationship based on companionship,

Sugar daddy's secret: Inside the world of sugar dating revealed

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