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WHITEVILLE, N.C. — Authorities in Columbus County are urgently seeking the public’s help to locate 16-year-old Mikala ZyQuira Melvin, who went missing on October 28, 2025. Law enforcement officials say time is critical in the effort to find her safe, and they are urging residents across North Carolina to share her photo and information widely. What Happened According to the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office, Mikala was last seen in Whiteville, North Carolina, on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. Since her disappearance, there have been no confirmed sightings or communications from her, raising growing concern for her safety and wellbeing. Authorities have…

GLADEWATER, TEXAS — Actress Robyn Bernard, best known for her role as Terry Brock on the long-running ABC soap opera General Hospital, passed away on March 12, 2024, at the age of 64. Her body was found in an open field behind a business in San Jacinto, California, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department. What Happened Authorities responded to a call on the morning of March 12 after Bernard’s body was discovered in an open area behind a business. Riverside County Sheriff’s Sgt. Deirdre Vickers confirmed that a preliminary investigation revealed no signs of foul play, although the exact…

Jeffrey D. Bittner, 27, of Manhattan, New York, was among the thousands who tragically lost their lives in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. He was working on the 89th floor of the South Tower of the World Trade Center when the second plane struck. A beloved son, brother, and friend, Jeffrey is remembered for his warm spirit, sharp wit, and boundless compassion for others. Early Life and Family Born on January 7, 1974, in Connecticut, Jeffrey was the cherished son of Carol and Donald Bittner. He grew up in Wethersfield, CT, alongside his twin sister, Pamela, and brother, Michael.…

HUNTINGDON, CAMBRIDGESHIRE — A mass stabbing aboard a train traveling from Doncaster to London King’s Cross left ten people injured, including nine with life-threatening injuries, on Saturday evening, November 1, 2025. Two men have been arrested as authorities treat the shocking attack as a major incident, with Counter Terrorism Policing supporting the ongoing investigation. What Happened The violence unfolded shortly after the 6:25 p.m. LNER service departed Peterborough Station, heading south toward London. Witnesses described panic and chaos as a man armed with a large knife began attacking passengers. Some riders reportedly pulled emergency alarms, forcing the train to halt…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The USS Gerald R. Ford, the world’s most expensive and advanced aircraft carrier, is heading to the Caribbean under orders from U.S. President Donald Trump in what experts describe as the most significant U.S. military deployment in the Western Hemisphere in a generation. The $13 billion warship, along with its escort fleet, is officially targeting international drug cartels — though growing speculation suggests the mission may have broader geopolitical motives. What Happened The USS Gerald R. Ford, measuring over 1,000 feet long and equipped with dozens of fighter jets and helicopters, was deployed in late October 2025…

An explosion rattled the Harvard University Police Department-patrolled Goldenson Building at Harvard Medical School in Boston early Saturday, November 1, 2025. Authorities believe the blast was deliberate and have released images of two suspects seen fleeing the scene. What Happened Around 2:48 a.m., a fire alarm at the Goldenson Building on the Longwood medical campus triggered a response from police and fire officials. Boston Fire Department’s Arson Unit determined the explosion on the fourth floor appeared intentional. A university police officer responding to the alarm observed two individuals running from the building before entering and locating evidence of the explosion.…

The Los Angeles Dodgers are celebrating their 9th World Series Championship in grand fashion! After defeating the Toronto Blue Jays in a thrilling Game 7, the city is preparing for a massive victory parade in downtown Los Angeles on Monday, November 3, 2025, beginning at 11 a.m. What to Expect at the Dodgers Parade The celebration will begin with Dodgers players traveling on double-decker buses through the heart of downtown Los Angeles. Fans are expected to line the streets to cheer on their heroes as they mark another chapter in the franchise’s storied history. The parade will start at North…

A heartbroken California family is pleading for help in the ongoing search for Brooke Roberts, who disappeared years ago as a little girl and is now 15 years old. Despite the passage of time, her loved ones continue to hold onto hope that she will be found safe. Brooke vanished from Hesperia, California, and her disappearance has left an unfillable void in her family’s life. Her mother still sets a place for her at the table, and her father continues to search every day — praying for a miracle. Every birthday and holiday is a painful reminder of her absence.…

In a landmark verdict, a Turkish court has sentenced the owner of the Grand Kartal Hotel and ten others to life imprisonment for their roles in the country’s deadliest hotel fire. The tragedy, which struck the mountain resort of Kartalkaya in January, claimed 78 lives — including 34 children — and left 137 others injured. What Happened The devastating fire broke out in the early hours of the morning at the Grand Kartal Hotel in Bolu during Turkey’s school holiday season. The hotel, located in the Kartalkaya ski resort, was filled with families and children enjoying the winter break when…

In a significant show of support, former President Barack Obama called New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani to praise his campaign. According to The New York Times, Obama’s call lasted nearly half an hour, highlighting Mamdani’s growing influence as he leads the race for mayor in recent polls. What Happened: Former President Obama reached out to Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist and current Assemblyman from Queens, to commend his impressive campaign for New York City mayor. Obama’s support comes at a crucial time as Mamdani, widely favored in recent polling, faces competition from former Governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican candidate…