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Search ArticlesA Man Asked a Stranger for a Photo With a Tiger Before It Killed Him at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, a Witness Says
OLI SCARFF / AFP via Getty Images By Updated 28 minutes ago, October 12, 2026 Before a man believed to be in his 20s died in a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park near Doncaster, visitor Del Taylor took his picture with the tiger behind him. She recalled him asking, “Can you grab a shot of myself with the tiger?” After he posed, he asked for “one more,” then thanked her for the photos.
Federal Agents Reportedly Raided Rep. Ilhan Omar’s Home Near Washington Before Dawn Over Her Immigration Paperwork
REUTERS/Annabelle Gordon By Updated 10 minutes ago, October 12, 2026 Homeland Security Investigations executed a search warrant at the Washington-area home of Rep. Ilhan Omar early Monday, part of what the Justice Department called an ongoing federal investigation. Fox News Digital first reported the raid, citing a source familiar with the move.
A Prayer To Walk Courageously In God-Given Purpose
IZIUMLAB By Updated 16 minutes ago, October 12, 2026 Walking courageously in God’s calling instead of seeking human approval is the heart of Karin Hadadan’s prayer. Aligning with this, Rebecca Simon’s Finding God Every Day encourages readers to live with bold faith and authenticity. Pray along below and be encouraged. We have moments where fear, self-doubt, and the opinions of others can make us hesitate to step into who God is calling us to be.
Kelly Osbourne Says the Photos From the Brit Awards Shocked Her: “I Didn’t Know That I Looked Like That Until I Saw the Pictures”
Gareth Cattermole / Getty Images By Updated 11 minutes ago, October 12, 2026 Kelly Osbourne says she’s gained nearly 30 pounds since the February 2026 Brit Awards, where photographs made her realize how much weight she’d lost. Looking back at the images, she said: “When I saw them, I couldn’t f****** believe it. I was as shocked as everyone else.” Kelly Osbourne and Bradley Riches together at the O2 Arena in London ahead of the National Television Awards on September 8, 2026.
4 Birth Months Who Need Encouragement The Most Right Now
Inggrid Koe By Updated 33 minutes ago, October 12, 2026 Life can feel heavier than usual sometimes. For certain birth months, this support isn’t just helpful, it’s essential. Whether in personal relationships, at work, or in creative pursuits, these individuals flourish when someone notices their efforts, acknowledges their challenges, and reminds them of their value.
Russell Brand Arrives in Court With His Wife as Jurors Are Selected in Trial Involving Allegations From 6 Women
REUTERS/Hannah McKay By Updated 21 minutes ago, October 12, 2026 Russell Brand, 51, arrived at London’s Southwark Crown Court on Monday around 8:45 a.m. in a black Mercedes, holding hands with his wife Laura Gallacher as security flanked them. He wore a grey suit and sunglasses, with some reports also describing an open white shirt and a neckerchief, and said nothing to the press. He sat in the dock as potential jurors were questioned, mostly staring straight ahead or keeping his eyes closed.
Your Love Language Makes You A Better Friend (Here’s How)
Gülşah Aydoğan By Updated 41 minutes ago, October 12, 2026 Not everyone loves the same way, shows up the same way, or supports the same way… and that’s a good thing! The way you care about people isn’t random. It’s rooted in your emotional blueprint, the quiet wiring that shapes how you listen, protect, encourage, and stay. Some friends are steady anchors. Some are fierce defenders. Some are the late-night phone call, the thoughtful text, the one who remembers the little things.
Kelly Clarkson Tells the Brooklyn Shop That Pretty Women-ed Her, “So You’re Not Only Rude, You’re Also a Liar. Got It.”
MediaPunch / BACKGRID By Updated 30 minutes ago, October 12, 2026 Kelly Clarkson says Art of Play told her a singing bird cost $15,000, then claimed it wasn’t for sale after she criticized how she’d been treated at the Brooklyn shop. She also reposted an image showing a $15,000 price tag beside the item. The dispute began with Clarkson’s Oct. 10 post on X.
Erika Hammond Calls Erin Lichy’s Apology Fake After Lichy Called Her Moskito Island Estate a “Rental Home”
Alexander Tamargo / Getty Images By Updated 1 minute ago, October 12, 2026 Erika Hammond called Erin Lichy’s apology a “fake apology” after her “Real Housewives of New York City” co-star described Hammond’s Moskito Island estate as a “rental home” at the 2026 Virtual Reali-Tea Awards. Daisy Toye and Erika Ann Hammond, joined by Martha Stewart and Susan Magrino, step out for the Bilt Hospitality Launch at Casa Gessi in New York City on April 8, 2026. Photo by JP Yim / Getty Images.
Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones Encouraged Angel Reese After She Helped Sweep Them Out of the Playoffs
Ishika Samant / Getty Images By Updated 2 minutes ago, October 12, 2026 Finally, some good news from the WNBA: New York’s Breanna Stewart embraced Atlanta’s Angel Reese on the Barclays Center floor after the Dream’s 85-83 win on Oct. 9. Stewart and teammate Jonquel Jones stayed to speak with Reese after the Game 3 victory completed Atlanta’s 3-0 semifinal sweep. Angel Reese and Breanna Stewart share an embrace on the Barclays Center court after Atlanta’s Game 3 semifinal win over New York on Oct.