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13 Times Robin Williams, The Nicest Guy Ever, Got Dark For A Role (And Nailed It)
Photo: Seymour Parrish, better known as "Sy," works in the film-developing department of a big-box store. Over the years, he develops photos of the Yorkin family and creates an obsession with them. He even copies their photos for a shrine he keeps in his home. After developing a roll of film proving Will is having an affair, Parrish decides to notify Mrs. Yorkin and step up his obsession. He becomes an unemployed stalker forcing Will and his mistress to pose for pictures at knifepoint.
14 Horror Movies Where Rich People Are The Villains
Photo: Mommy (Wendy Robie) and Daddy (Everett McGill) live in a home in the midst of an impoverished neighborhood, hoarding their wealth and capturing the children of less fortunate families and keeping them in their house of demented rules. If the children call out for help, they reap the punishment of breaking the rule "speak no evil" - a tongue cut out.
You belong in the heart of the city Original
The annual Downtown Eastside Heart of the City Festival is almost here! For 23 years, the Heart of the City Festival (HOTCF) has been grounded in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside and focused on listening and learning from the community’s cultural practices. The festival works with, for and about the Downtown Eastside community to carry forward the community’s stories, ancestral memory, cultural traditions, lived experiences and artistic processes — illuminating pathways of resilience.
Russ McKamey Created An Extreme Haunted House, And He’s Attracted Controversy Ever Since
No longer content with traditional haunted house experiences, many entrepreneurial individuals started playing with the idea of extreme haunts in the early- to mid-2000s. Among those that emerged during that time, the McKamey Manor may be the most extreme, mysterious, and controversial of the bunch. Around the year 2000, Russ McKamey had an idea to create a grotesque haunt attached to his suburban home in San Diego, CA.
Chronic Ramsay Hunt syndrome doesn’t end with the rash
When most people hear the words “Ramsay Hunt syndrome,” they think of a temporary illness. A rash. A facial droop. Some antivirals. Then recovery. That is the version often described in textbooks. It is not the version I live with. Years ago, I developed Ramsay Hunt syndrome. Like many patients, I assumed that with treatment and time I would recover and return to my normal life. Instead, I entered a world I never knew existed. A world where symptoms linger long after the visible signs disappear.
'Dignity in Community' at the 22nd annual Heart of the City Festival Original
The 22nd annual Downtown Eastside Heart of the City Festival (HOTCF) is almost here. The 2025 festival features more than 100 events across 40-plus local venues, including music, stories, poetry, theatre, ceremony, film, dance, readings, workshops, discussions, art talks, history walks and more. The 2025 festival reflects on what it means to live with dignity — on unceded land and with each other.
Dear Friend!
Dear Friend, I know how heavy it feels right now. I know the thoughts, the urges, and the exhaustion that come with fighting every single day. I want you to know something I wish I’d heard when I was where you are: you will be okay. It’s not magic, and it’s not instant. Some days are harder than others, and that’s okay. But every small step, every moment you resist giving in, is proof of your strength — even if it doesn’t feel like it.
Paper Boats on Rainy Days
It started on a Tuesday, the kind of day when the clouds hang low enough to touch the tops of buildings. Ameilia sat on her usual park bench, hands tucked deep in her coat pockets, watching raindrops form tiny crowns on the surface of the pond before disappearing. She liked the park the best when it was empty, when the drizzle kept joggers and dog-walkers away. The quiet gave her space to breathe, though some days the silence felt heavy.
Paws of Understanding: The Journey of Gracie Lou and Lucy Jill
Once upon a time in a small town, there lived a spirited teenage girl named Gracie Lou. Gracie was known for her bright smile and infectious laughter, but beneath the surface, she struggled with her own demons. Diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder (DiD), Gracie Lou often felt like she was living in a world that didn’t quite understand her. Each day was a battle, and she longed for a companion who could help her navigate the complexities of her mind.
A Beautiful Alibi
In the heart of Manhattan, where skyscrapers kissed the clouds and the streets pulsed with ambition, there lived a high-profile criminal lawyer named Victoria Hale. With a reputation for never losing a case, she had become the go-to attorney for the rich and powerful, those who could afford her exorbitant fees and needed a masterful strategist to navigate the treacherous waters of the legal system.
The Collector’s Secret
The air was thick with anticipation as Evelyn Hart, a renowned art curator, stepped into the dimly lit underground gallery of Victor Vanel, a billionaire known for his eccentric tastes and secretive nature. The walls were lined with masterpieces that spanned centuries, each piece whispering stories of its own. But it was the painting at the far end of the room that drew her attention — a hauntingly beautiful portrait of a woman with piercing green eyes, framed in ornate gold.
The Melody of the Moon
Every full moon, the village of Eldergrove would come alive with whispers of a mysterious melody that floated through the night air, enchanting all who heard it. The townsfolk spoke of a hidden glade deep within the Whispering Woods, where the melody originated, but few dared to venture there. They believed it was a place of magic, guarded by creatures of the night. Lynn, a talented musician with a heart full of dreams, had long been captivated by the tales.
WomenHeart Launches “Treat Me Right” A Groundbreaking Initiative to Empower Women and Advance Evidence-Based Heart Care
WomenHeart Launches “Treat Me Right” A Groundbreaking Initiative to Empower Women and Advance Evidence-Based Heart Care If we’re serious about patient-centered care, we must empower women with knowledge to advocate for accurate diagnoses and evidence-based treatment.” — Celina Gorre, CEO of WomenHeart WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Washington, D.C., May 13, 2025 — WomenHeart: The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease proudly announces the launch of...
Help honour Isle of Wight heroes of Operation Dynamo with new memorial project
Marking the 85th Anniversary of Operation Dynamo, Jodi Smith and Mike Wills need your support to remember the Island men who risked everything. In May 1940, as the world stood on the brink of defeat, six humble Island motor barges were quietly commandeered from Portsmouth Dockyard. Their mission? To cross perilous waters to Dunkirk and rescue stranded British soldiers under relentless enemy fire.
SARS‐CoV‐2‐Specific Antibodies in Pediatric Solid Organ Transplant Recipients: Benefits of Additional Vaccine Doses
Data Availability Statement The data that support the findings of this study are available on request from the corresponding author. The data are not publicly available due to privacy or ethical restrictions.
Pediatric Transplant Surgeons' Perspectives on Palliative Care for Children With Chronic Kidney Disease: A National Cross‐Sectional Survey
CKD chronic kidney disease PC palliative care 1 Introduction Children with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and their families encounter significant impediments to flourishing related to their illness [1]. Compared to healthy, age-matched peers, the death rates among children with advanced CKD and those who have received kidney transplants are about 30 and 13 times higher, respectively [2, 3].
NWS: Deadly Westmoreland, Kansas, tornado rated EF3
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The deadly tornado that tore through Westmoreland, Kansas, Tuesday night packed winds of 140 mph, making it an EF3 tornado. The National Weather Service released its preliminary storm review Wednesday afternoon, estimating the storm traveled more than 2 1/2 miles at a maximum width of 100 yards over an eight-minute period. One person died and three others were injured in connection to the storm.
1 dead after tornado in Westmoreland, Kansas, authorities say
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — One person died after a tornado swept through Westmoreland, Kansas, on Monday evening, authorities confirmed. A spokesperson for the Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office confirmed the death, but no other details were immediately available. The tornado made its way through the town about 4:40 p.m., the spokesperson said. It also caused damage throughout the city. Westmoreland is about a two hour drive west of Kansas City, Missouri. —
Break From the Crowd: How Visionary Medicare Advantage Health Plans are Driving Transformative Outcomes in Healthcare Management
While the number of people choosing Medicare Advantage plans continues to increase, so does payer competition. As health plans seek innovative ways to deliver better care, improve member satisfaction, and boost loyalty, they are breaking from the past and redefining success leveraging data, personalization, and technology to drive health outcomes.
The Most Haunted Bridges In The World
Photo: Barrymyles / Wikimedia Commons / CC-BY-SA 4.0 The hysteria over the possibility of witches in the community cursing others was not unique to America. In England, there is the Fye Bridge in Norfolk, the site of witch tests during the 1600s. One of the ridiculous tests used to determine whether the accused was a witch involved a contraption called a ducking stool and Fye Bridge.
Turkey Burrito, Bagel Bites, and Granola Grub
Making balanced and delicious lunches for kids can be a challenge. There's nothing worse than spending time and energy packing a lunch for your little one, only for them to come home and have almost everything left in their lunchbox. Putting together creative lunches that kids will actually enjoy is essential, which is why we suggest getting kids involved in the process.
Great Moments From Bad 2000s Horror Movies
Horror movies tend to come in waves, with success spawning sequels and copycats that flood movie theaters as soon as possible. This leads to some really bad horror movies being released with similar plotlines, styles, or just the same characters from the same franchises in rapid succession. Sometimes that leads to something wonderful and classic in the annals of horror. Mostly it means that fans have that one movie they acknowledge as bad but love for one really great scene.
Unconventional Zombie Stories That Breathe New Life Into The Dead Genre
In the 2006 film Fido, America was at some point dosed with massive space radiation, creating an army of raised undead who fought humanity in the Zombie Wars. After humanity emerged victorious, zombies were dispatched permanently through decapitation, cremation, and even forced domesticity. ZomCon Corporation captures and collars zombies to stop their flesh cravings and transfer that murderous energy into menial home tasks.
Cemeteries Around The World Where You Can Dine With The Dead
There was a time when churches, and their connected cemeteries, hosted parishioners and townsfolk for a large number of feast days in the year. This made the church money for use on repairs or other miscellanea. One such pub that is still standing and available to visitors is the Mug House Pub in Claines. Anyone who wishes can travel to the Mug House Pub and feast where others have since the 15th century.
Underrated Horror Movies With Shocking Twists
Twist endings have always been a part of the horror genre. The groundbreaking Friday the 13th spends its entire runtime building up eventual killer Jason Voorhees, only to reveal his mother was the actual perpetrator. April Fool's Day from 1986 had a twist ending less satisfying to most viewers, as everything that took place in the movie was actually just a big prank. That said, the following movies all have twist endings that are either satisfying, infamous, or mind-blowing for their time.
Ferocious Feline Cryptids From Around The World That Really Creep Us Out
In Iceland, life lessons are meted out by Jólakötturinn, the Yule Cat, during holiday time. The Yule Cat, first mentioned in a poem written in 1932, stalks the countryside in search of those who did not receive new clothes for Christmas. The giant feline peers into windows, checking that each child received clothing, a sign that they worked hard to finish their chores before Christmas. Those who didn't are snatched up and eaten before Jólakötturinn heads to the next house to repeat the process.
Celebrities Who Claim To Have Had Extraterrestrial Encounters
Photo: Carl Lender / Flickr / CC-BY 2.0 Fans of punk pop band Blink-182 weren't surprised when the writer and singer of songs like “Aliens Exist” confirmed his belief in extraterrestrials in 2015. Tom DeLonge explained to The Hollywood Reporter that he's spent almost 30 years searching for UFOs and aliens. One such experience with his obsession came when he and some friends camped out near Area 51 in the Nevada Desert.
"Bad" Horror Movies That Are Secretly Awesome
Horror has always been a genre that doesn't automatically equal box office success due to many factors. Obviously, a personal aversion to being frightened or disgusted by a good swath of the population is the first reason for this. Another reason is that movie studios have no idea how to properly market horror to those who want to see it.
California Cryptids That Will Make Your Skin Crawl
Fresno is a decent-sized city where a man known as Jose allegedly recorded a strange figure walking through his yard in 2007. The footage is grainy but shows what looks like a very tall, voluminous pair of white pants striding across Jose's lawn without any other body parts present. Supposedly no one has been able to debunk Jose's initial video and the creatures - dubbed The Fresno Nightcrawlers - appeared again in 2011 in Yosemite National Park.
Michigan Cryptids That Will Make Your Skin Crawl
The Michigan Dogman has been terrifying Michiganders since at least 1887, when two lumberjacks shared their sighting of the creature. According to legend, this cryptid has a dog's head on a man's body, yet it isn't a werewolf. It's the Michigan Dogman, stepping out of the trees in an isolated part of the woods, performing acrobatic moves, then tearing off into the woods for most witnesses.
Dannion Brinkley’s Psychic Predictions May Have Helped Solve The Murder Of John And Nancy Bosco
The murder of John and Nancy Bosco, which took place on August 12, 1993, in their Montana home, was featured on Unsolved Mysteries on October 21, 1994. Their segment was different than the usual cases on the show because their murder was already solved at the time the episode aired. The real focus of the show was on a psychic who correctly described the killer.
Cultivate Balance and Well-Being as Offices Reopen
As offices reopen, you need proven tools and techniques to navigate change and uncertainty. In this learning path, five experts teach you how to cultivate balance and well-being when everything feels overwhelming. Navigate new social and professional norms in the workplace. Manage stress and prioritize your mental health. Develop a positive mindset.
Long-term management of congestive heart failure secondary to mitral stenosis in a ring-tailed lemur (Lemur catta)
Abstract October 15, 2020, Vol. 257, No. 8, Pages 849-854 Shane D.Murphy, DVM1, Jessica L.Ward, DVM1, Jodi D.Smith, DVM, PhD2, Andrew J.Gall, DVM3 and June E.Olds, DVM13 1Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011. (Murphy, Ward, Olds); 2Department of Veterinary Pathology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011. (Smith); 3Blank Park Zoo, Des Moines, IA 50315.
Pathology in Practice
You have requested the following article: Pathology in Practice Kristen M. Merrill, Dana LeVine, and Jodi D. Smith Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, February 1, 2020, Vol. 256, No. 3 , Pages 315-318 (https://doi.org/10.2460/javma.256.3.315) Kristen M.MerrillDVM1; DanaLeVineDVM, PhD1 and Jodi D.SmithDVM, PhD2 1Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011.
The shift to paperless healthcare: Don’t get left behind
As healthcare evolves, data is playing an increasingly important role in how we provide care. Today, healthcare organizations are constantly looking to capture new types of information that can be used to improve overall outcomes, and also enhance the experiences of both patients and their care teams.
Creatures That Live So Far Underwater They Never See Light, Ranked By Creepiness
The oceans are home to several species of aquatic animals who have adapted to life deep underwater, compensating for the pressure of great depths and finding prey in the darkness. These are easily the creepiest sea creatures known to man, embodying our idea of monsters with their huge teeth or unusual anatomy. The weirdest animals found underwater often live close to the ocean floor or in the creepiest unexplored places of the ocean.
The Biggest True Crime Story From The Year You Were Born
Sometimes, one news story completely overtakes the airwaves. These high-profile incidents can be worldwide events, political struggles, or natural disasters, but sometimes, they're fascinating crimes. The last several decades have been full of prominent true crime stories, and a look back through history reveals which of these tales was on everyone's lips the year you were born.
Here Are The Charitable Causes Stephen King Has Supported Over The Years
On June 19, 1999, while walking along Maine State Route 5 in Lovell, ME, renowned horror author Stephen King suffered a nearly fatal accident when a van hit him. The accident left King with a punctured lung, broken ribs, a head injury, a broken hip, and a broken right leg. Five operations and some rehabilitation later, King emerged recovered, with no ill will toward the van's driver, Bryan Smith, but a new outlook on charitable works.
A Security Guard Saved Lives At The Atlanta Olympics, But The Media Declared Him A Terrorist
Controversy and the Olympics have always gone hand in hand. Whether it's in London or Pyeongchang, summer or winter, each incarnation of the Olympic Games usually comes with its fair share of cheating scandals, lurid headlines, and political drama. But few Olympics have been so permanently defined by controversy as the 1996 Summer Games in Atlanta, GA.
The 15 Most Disturbing Magic Tricks Performed by David Blaine
Though he's a skilled illusionist who's mastered many forms of magic, the grossest David Blaine magic tricks are often the one's that stand out the most. David Blaine's magic is built around shock and surprise. For decades, Blaine has starred in television specials that feature mind-boggling tricks performed for celebrities and random people on the street.
Female Leads In Horror That Defined The Genre
Horror has always been a reflection of the world we live in, from the fear of the unknown made flesh to the hidden evil residing within mankind. In the early days of horror, women were often used as pawns in the fight between good and evil, with monsters like Dracula or King Kong stealing them to spur a male hero to action. Others were the evil creatures, using their feminine wiles to seduce innocent victims or deny men their desires, with heinous consequences.
There's A Serial Killer-Themed Hotel In Colorado
There's just something about hotels that makes them a perfect backdrop for eerie or frightening events. Perhaps because they fill up with strangers nightly, sleeping just a thin wall away from each other with unknown intentions and stories. Maybe the unease comes from making one's self at home in an unfamiliar place that may have seen unknown atrocities cleaned up by the staff. Whatever it is, the fascination with scary hotels isn't just a movie trope, but a popular tourist attraction for many.
A Timeline Of The Entire ‘Abducted In Plain Sight’ Case
The 2017 documentary Abducted in Plain Sight took the internet by storm after its release on Netflix. Abducted in Plain Sight tells the story of Jan Broberg, a young girl taken by a family friend from her Pocatello, ID, home in the 1970s, and how her captor went through her parents to get what he wanted.
Surprising Revelations About Ozzy And Sharon Osbourne's Relationship
The love affair between Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne has been a matter of public interest even before the premiere of their reality show, The Osbournes, in 2002. The pair appeared to be in sync, with Sharon - Ozzy's manager - guiding her Prince of Darkness husband through life and work, and he, in turn, adoring her. Alas, no marriage is perfect, and Ozzy's antics on and off stage regularly affected their relationship.
Sheep With the Homozygous Lysine-171 Prion Protein Genotype Are Resistant to Classical Scrapie After Experimental Oronasal Inoculation:
1. Acutis, PL, Martucci, F, Mazza, M. A case of scrapie in a sheep carrying the lysine-171 allele of the prion protein gene. Arch Virol. 2006;151(19):1875–1880. Google Scholar | Medline 2. Acutis, PL, Sbaiz, L, Verburg, F. Low frequency of the scrapie resistance-associated allele and presence of lysine-171 allele of the prion protein gene in Italian Biellese ovine breed. J Gen Virol. 2004;85(pt 10):3165–3172. Google Scholar | Medline 3.
Megalodons Were One Of The Most Horrifying Creatures To Swim The Seven Seas
Photo: By Misslelauncherexpert, Matt Martyniuk / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0 The megalodon reached lengths of 60 feet during its time at the top of the prehistoric food chain. At an average of 23 feet long, the great white shark is roughly the same length as its ancestor's male reproductive organ. Whale and basking sharks are closer to the megalodon's size, but still fall short at 46 and 33 feet long, respectively.
Granger Taylor Supposedly Made A Date With Extraterrestrials, Then Disappeared
Granger Taylor was known in Duncan, British Columbia, for his awkwardness (despite his bulky physical appearance). He was also known for his ability to give new life to machines. Granger also had a reputation for his fixation on aliens, spurred by pop culture's obsession with the phenomena and a possible UFO sighting at a nearby hospital.
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