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Kospi Index Soars Over 16% as South Korean Chipmaking Stocks Rally

BANGKOK – In a surge reminiscent of Wall Street’s recent rally, South Korea’s Kospi index leaped over 16% on Friday. The bounce-back comes after a tumultuous week for stocks linked to artificial intelligence, which regained their footing after earlier setbacks.

Meanwhile, U.S. futures experienced a slight uptick, and oil prices saw a decline, painting a mixed yet interesting picture for international markets.

During the early hours of Asian trading, the Kospi escalated by 16.8% to settle at 6,531.71. This rise marked a stark recovery from the intense drops suffered earlier in the week. Driving this rebound were impressive gains from major players like Samsung Electronics, which surged 22.5%, and the memory chip powerhouse SK Hynix, skyrocketing by 27.7%.

This week’s turmoil in the Kospi index has been largely attributed to fears of a potential bubble in the AI sector and the escalating competition from Chinese chipmakers. Earlier in the week, Tuesday and Wednesday saw a dramatic plunge of over 16%, driven by a mass sell-off in tech stocks. This dip continued with a further 1.2% slide on Thursday, dragging the index below 5,600.

Not far behind, Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 also saw a robust increase in early Friday trading, climbing 5.2% to reach 65,072.42. Key performers included the SoftBank Group, a multinational investment entity with stakes in OpenAI, which saw its shares leap by 15.1%. Additionally, Tokyo Electron, a firm specializing in chip equipment, delighted investors with a 10.1% rise.

Oil prices traded lower early Friday. Brent crude, the international standard, was down 1.1% to $85.92 per barrel.

On Thursday, Wall Street’s benchmark S&P 500 was up 1.7% to 7,437.63. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 1.2% to 52,208.06. The technology-heavy Nasdaq composite rose 2.8% to 25,122.18.

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Tragedy as Seizure Leaves Mother’s Baby Fatally Injured

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Inset (left): Chantel Cunningham under custody (LaGrange County Sheriff’s Office). Inset (right): Baby Greyson remembered (Frurip-May Funeral Home). Background: The community in Shipshewana, Indiana, where Chantel and her son lived (Google Maps).

A mother from Indiana faces serious charges following a tragic investigation into the death of her infant son. Authorities report that her decision to forego seizure medication played a crucial role in the incident.

Chantel Cunningham, age 24, now faces accusations of murder and neglect leading to the death of her five-month-old son, Greyson. Sources from court documents, as reported by CBS affiliate WSBT, reveal that on April 6, Cunningham was alone at their Shipshewana home when she suffered a seizure-induced fall. It is alleged that she dropped Greyson during the episode and subsequently landed on him, resulting in fatal injuries.

Investigation by police uncovered that Cunningham had reportedly discontinued her seizure medication months prior to her son’s untimely death.

Cunningham was taken into custody on Wednesday and incarcerated at the LaGrange County Jail. She awaited her initial court appearance on Thursday, though the date for her subsequent court proceedings has not yet been disclosed to the public.

The post Mom who stopped taking seizure meds fell after having a seizure and crushed her 5-month-old baby to death: Police first appeared on Law & Crime.

NFL Community Mourns as Coach’s Wife Tragically Passes Away After Cancer Fight

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The Atlanta Falcons have announced the somber news that Cristina Ulbrich, wife of the team’s defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, has died following a battle with cancer.

While the specific type of cancer was not disclosed, it seems Cristina had been contending with the illness since at least 2025, if not earlier.

Cam Inman of Bay Area News Group noted on X that during a pregame meetup last season at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Jeff Ulbrich spoke about Cristina’s remarkable strength, bravery, and love.

Cristina was a devoted mother to their three children, Samantha, Jax, and Jace, standing by Jeff’s side as he evolved from a reputable NFL linebacker to a dedicated coach. During the early days of his coaching pursuit, Cristina pledged not to engage in any activities that might interrupt his career opportunities.

“We won’t be taking vacations or going anywhere until he secures a position,” Cristina explained to the Morgan Hill Times back in 2010 when she was 32. “We’re fully aware that Jeff’s coaching career could take us anywhere, much like his playing days did. I’m fully committed, and so are the kids.”

Jeff’s transition from the field to the sideline also gave Cristina some peace of mind. 

‘It’s knowing we don’t have to worry about his health anymore,’ Cristina said of her husband, who had battled concussions during his playing career.  

Cristina and Jeff met in 1997 when he was on a recruiting visit to the University of Hawaii

Cristina and Jeff met in 1997 when he was on a recruiting visit to the University of Hawaii

When Jeff was promoted to interim head coach of the New York Jets in 2024, the smiling Cristina was pictured offering her husband encouragement as he prepared for his first game

When Jeff was promoted to interim head coach of the New York Jets in 2024, the smiling Cristina was pictured offering her husband encouragement as he prepared for his first game

The couple’s patience paid off in 2024, when Jeff was promoted to interim head coach of the New York Jets following Robert Saleh’s firing. A week later, a proud Cristina was pictured kissing her husband on the sideline as he prepared for his first game in charge of the team. 

The following year, he agreed to become the Falcons defensive coordinator and the couple was on the move for the fifth time since his Jeff’s playing career ended in 2009. 

And it was that devotion by Cristina towards Jeff that stuck out to Falcons owner Arthur Blank, who issued his own statement on Thursday.  

‘It was always evident how deeply Cristina loved her family and how fiercely she supported them,’ Blank said in his statement. 

It’s unclear when they actually tied the knot, but the couple first got together nearly three decades ago. As The Athletic reported in 2023, Jeff met Cristina while on a recruiting trip to the University of Hawaii in 1997. Since then, they’ve maintained a private life away from the football field. 

And according to Jeff’s former 49ers teammate, Takeo Spikes, she and Jeff were extremely close, particularly after the birth of their children. 

‘When he got around his family it was like nothing else mattered,’ Spikes told The Athletic in 2023. ‘He didn’t care what type of day he had at the office. It was like, “I just want to make sure I’m around for them.”‘

Jeff Ulbrich kisses his wife Cristina before his Jets played the Bills in October of 2024

Jeff Ulbrich kisses his wife Cristina before his Jets played the Bills in October of 2024

News of Cristina’s death was first revealed by the Falcons on Thursday. 

‘The Atlanta Falcons are heartbroken by the passing of Cristina Ulbrich, beloved wife of defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, after her courageous battle with cancer,’ the statement began.

‘Cristina was a devoted wife, mother, and friend whose strength, grace, and resilience touched all who knew her. She was a constant source of love and support to Jeff, their family, and the broader Falcons community.

‘On behalf of the entire organization, we extend our deepest condolences to Jeff, their children, and all who loved Cristina. During this incredibly difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with the Ulbrich family.’

The statement concluded with a request for privacy.

‘We ask that their privacy be respected as they grieve this profound loss, and we stand with them in support and remembrance of Cristina’s life.’

The Jets followed with a statement of their own: ‘Cristina will be remembered for her warmth, strength and unwavering devotion to her family. We extend our deepest condolences and love to Jeff, their children and all who knew and loved her. 

Transform Your Waistline: 5 Standing Exercises to Flatten Your Stomach Fast After 60

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Skip the gym machines. Choose standing exercises to slim down your waistline after age 60.

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A stubborn belly, often referred to as the stomach pouch, tends to become more noticeable with age, particularly after the milestone of 60. Surprisingly, this isn’t purely an age-related phenomenon. It stems from a blend of muscle loss linked to aging, a decrease in activity levels, and an increase in sedentary habits. In my experience as a trainer, many individuals initially head to gym machines, hoping they will directly eliminate belly fat. Unfortunately, these machines can’t target fat specifically and often only focus on isolating muscles without significantly boosting overall exertion.

To achieve a more toned waistline quickly, it’s essential to build muscle across your entire body while also engaging the deep core muscles that enhance posture and support your spine’s health. Standing exercises shine in this regard. They activate not just your core but also your legs, hips, and shoulders simultaneously. Unlike seated machine exercises, standing workouts elevate your heart rate more effectively, leading to higher energy burn and functional strength development. Consequently, I frequently suggest incorporating functional standing movements into workout routines, especially before turning to costly gym equipment.

Throughout my years of coaching individuals over 60, I’ve observed that those who experience the most significant waist transformations focus more on total-body movements than on repetitive abdominal exercises. Here are five standing exercises that not only strengthen your core from every angle but also boost balance, coordination, and overall fitness. When these exercises are combined with regular walking and a nutritious diet, they lay the groundwork for a stronger physique and a leaner waistline.

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Standing High Knee March

Whenever someone wants to strengthen their core without getting on the floor, standing high knee marches become one of my favorite starting points. Every repetition forces the abdominal muscles to stabilize the spine while the hips and supporting leg work to maintain balance. I encourage clients to lift each knee with control instead of rushing because slower movement produces greater core activation. Many notice stronger posture and improved endurance after adding this exercise to their morning routine. It’s simple, effective, and accessible for nearly every fitness level.

How to Do It

  • Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart.
  • Lift one knee toward your chest.
  • Tighten your core.
  • Lower slowly.
  • Alternate legs.
  • Continue for 45 to 60 seconds.

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Standing Wood Chops

Rotational strength plays a major role in developing a strong, functional core. Standing wood chops engage the obliques, shoulders, hips, and abdominal muscles while teaching your body to rotate with control instead of relying on the lower back. I often recommend this movement because it recruits multiple muscle groups simultaneously, increasing both strength and calorie expenditure. Clients frequently tell me that everyday twisting movements begin feeling much easier after practicing it consistently. It’s one of the most effective standing alternatives to machine-based core workouts.

How to Do It

  • Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  • Hold a light dumbbell or clasp your hands together.
  • Start near one hip.
  • Rotate diagonally across your body.
  • Return slowly.
  • Complete 10 to 12 repetitions per side.

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Lateral Step with Reach

Side-to-side movement challenges your body in ways straight-line exercises simply can’t. Lateral steps strengthen the hips and glutes while the overhead reach encourages the core to stabilize your torso throughout the movement. I frequently prescribe this exercise because it improves balance while gently increasing your heart rate. Clients often report feeling more athletic and coordinated after only a few weeks. Better movement quality often leads to greater confidence during everyday activities.

How to Do It

  • Stand with your feet together.
  • Step to one side.
  • Reach both arms overhead.
  • Return to the center.
  • Alternate directions.
  • Continue for 45 seconds.

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Standing Cross-Body Punches

This movement combines core strengthening with light cardiovascular work, making it one of my favorite standing exercises for adults over 60. Every punch activates the shoulders, chest, obliques, and hips while gentle torso rotation challenges the abdominal muscles to stabilize and control movement. I remind clients to rotate from the torso rather than simply swinging their arms. That small adjustment dramatically increases core engagement. It’s a fun exercise that leaves the entire body feeling energized.

How to Do It

  • Stand with your knees slightly bent.
  • Tighten your core.
  • Punch across your body.
  • Rotate through your torso.
  • Alternate arms.
  • Continue for 45 to 60 seconds.

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John Harbaugh’s Inspiring Jersey Patch Sparks Conversations at Giants Camp

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WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. — On a visit from Baltimore to the Giants’ camp, John Harbaugh introduced a unique element to their uniforms.

Players now proudly display special patches on the left side of their jerseys, celebrating individual achievements and milestones—a tradition Harbaugh initiated back in 2008, during his debut year coaching the Ravens.

“These patches are a sort of tribute, akin to military award medals,” Harbaugh explained after Thursday’s practice session.

Giants patches, a hand holding a sign with "ny" on it and a red star, on a blue jersey.

John Harbaugh is awarding his Giants players special patches for accolades or milestones.

Left tackle Andrew Thomas, for instance, adorned his patch with two distinctive symbols. A sword marks his participation in a Giants playoff game, while a powerful arm clutching a Giants hammer alongside a red star commemorates his involvement in the spring workout program.

“As the season progresses, you’ll notice additional icons,” Harbaugh teased, indicating that achievements like Pro Bowl selections and various game awards would be featured on the patches.


Jaxson Dart completed his first 10 passes in the team periods Wednesday as the offense dominated on Day 1.

This was not the case for the second practice of training camp, as the completions were more difficult to attain and the pressure up front was ramped up on defense.


After a quiet first day, WR Darnell Mooney hauled in a deep floater from Dart for a touchdown. … A hard count by Dart got RT Jermaine Eluemunor to jump offside, much to the delight of OLB Brian Burns, who did a little dance in the backfield. … Rookie Dominic Zvada hit a 57-yard field goal on the final play of practice.

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart practices during an NFL training camp.

Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart practices during an NFL football training camp. AP Photo/Chris Carlson


Safety Jevón Holland was born in British Columbia, Canada, and went to college at Oregon, meaning he appreciates all the greenery from the Allegheny Mountains surrounding the practice fields at The Greenbrier Sports Performance Center.

“It’s fun,’’ he said. “I like being near trees and whatnot. Trees are my friend. I love it. So, I’m enjoying the atmosphere.’’

Holland, though, is skeptical about venturing out after dark, apparently buying into local myths.

“I heard about the Appalachian Mountains, Skinwalkers,’’ Holland said. “I’m a bit of a conspiracy theorist. I asked the bus driver. I was like, ‘You heard about Skinwalkers?’ He was like, ‘I just let it go in one ear and out the other.’ So, that’s all I needed to know — not to go out at night.’’

Kirsten’s Lifeline: The Uncertain Future of Her Essential Medication

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Ashleigh Middleton, a dedicated advocate battling breast cancer, has triumphed in her fight to keep a vital medication available in Australia.

Despite her success, lingering questions about the drug’s future accessibility continue to loom large.

Middleton, 31, experienced a profound shock back in April when it was revealed that Zoladex, a crucial monthly implant for managing hormone-positive breast cancer among other conditions, was slated to be removed from the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). The change meant it would no longer be distributed through its standard channels starting from November 1.

This decision by the pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca sent ripples of concern among both patients and healthcare professionals, who were left questioning the availability of alternative treatments. The worry was not just about breast cancer but extended to all conditions treated by this implant.

Unusually, this issue was isolated to Australia, marking it as the only affected market worldwide.

Angered by the move and worried about the precedent it could set for other medications, Middleton started a change.org petition, calling on AstraZeneca to reverse the decision and urging the federal government and the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee to secure PBS-listed alternatives.

The petition has since attracted more than 42,000 signatures.

A blonde woman sitting in a chair in a hospital.

On 16 July, AstraZeneca reversed course.

The company now says it will provide the monthly implant free of charge to patients who have no suitable alternative, with no end date listed — a shift from its earlier plan to provide six months of free access while patients transitioned to other arrangements.

Asked whether AstraZeneca could guarantee the medication would remain available, a spokesperson told SBS News: “The Zoladex Continuity Program is not a time-bound program.”

For Middleton, it’s a win worth celebrating — but not one that has settled her nerves.

“It’s a really, really good step in the right direction, but it’s definitely not all the way there,” she tells SBS News.

I think putting in that indefinite timeline does leave it a bit questionable — nobody really knows what that means.

“But I think AstraZeneca have recognised it was probably a bad decision on their part, so at least putting a little something extra in there, saying it’s indefinitely going to be available and that there’s no cut-off time, I think is a positive,” Middleton says.

“But I think the indefinite will definitely run out of time.”

Two weeks on from that announcement, with November fast approaching, those affected are left with a mix of celebration, confusion and ongoing concern about what access will look like in practice.

Why patients fear losing access

While many people may not have heard of Zoladex, its 3.6mg implant has become a lifeline for many of the patients who rely on it.

It’s prescribed to suppress hormones in premenopausal women with hormone-positive breast cancer, helping reduce the risk of recurrence by suppressing ovarian hormone production.

It’s also given to some patients with endometriosis who haven’t responded adequately to other treatments. In some cases, it’s used to protect ovarian function and preserve fertility in women undergoing chemotherapy, including those whose cancers are not hormone-driven.

The suitability depends on an individual patient’s circumstances, and medical specialists determine whether it is the most appropriate treatment option.

In 2025, 13,580 patients were prescribed the medication in Australia.

In its announcement, AstraZeneca committed to supplying the 3.6mg implant “at no cost in Australia from 1 November 2026” for patients without a suitable treatment pathway.

“‘Without suitable treatment pathways’ means that if the clinician determines there are no suitable alternative treatments for the patient, then they will receive access to the Zoladex monthly (3.6mg) implant through the Zoladex Continuity Program,” an AstraZeneca spokesperson tells SBS News.

“Therefore, if a clinician prescribes the implant as a new treatment option for a patient after 1 November 2026, they will be able to receive access to it through the Zoladex Continuity Program.”

It’s set to apply to patients currently taking the drug and those who may need to start it after that date, across the range of conditions the implant is designed to treat.

The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing says patients will continue to access the implant through their normal prescribing and dispensing arrangements until 31 October.

AstraZeneca says further advice for healthcare professionals, including details about registration and enrolment, will be released in September.

A second, higher dose — the 10.8mg implant, given every three months — is used to treat prostate cancer in men and is unaffected by the withdrawal.

AstraZeneca has applied to extend the 10.8mg implant’s PBS listing to hormone receptor-positive breast cancer patients, but the Therapeutic Goods Administration is still assessing that submission.

AstraZeneca tells SBS News the 10.8mg implant is “registered for use in breast cancer in more than 70 countries” and that they had prepared a submission demonstrating it is “non-inferior” to the monthly dosage for certain types of breast cancer.

Before the reversal, Dr Christine Lai, a general surgeon who treats women with breast cancer, told SBS News the three-monthly dose is “not as efficacious in keeping the hormone levels suppressed in younger women”.

She added that similar doubts had been raised about whether it’s a viable substitute for endometriosis or fertility preservation at all, conditions Australia would be left to test alone as the only market affected by AstraZeneca’s decision.

‘It’s caused so much stress’

Few people have felt the whiplash more than Kirsten — who, for privacy reasons, doesn’t want SBS News to use her last name. She was diagnosed with endometriosis ten years ago but has lived with the condition for much longer.

The 32-year-old tried close to 20 different medications, several surgeries to remove the endometriosis, and a total hysterectomy three years ago to manage her pain and symptoms, leaving just one ovary in place at the recommendation of her specialist.

Zoladex is the only thing to have worked for her. Without access to it, she says her only other option may be surgery to have her remaining ovary removed — a decision she does not want to make without exploring other treatment options with her specialist.

“I’m really happy that endometriosis has been acknowledged in the access period and that it will remain available for me, but I don’t know — I’m still concerned that they could change their mind at any time and remove it,” Kirsten tells SBS News.

She doesn’t fully understand the reasoning behind the reversal.

“If they can afford to offer it for free, then what’s the problem with it being on the PBS? It doesn’t make any sense whatsoever.”

A spokesperson for AstraZeneca earlier told SBS News: “The decision to discontinue the Zoladex monthly [3.6mg] implant from Australia’s Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme reflects the way the PBS currently works, which means that the price offered is too low, making it unsustainable to supply the medicine on the PBS.”

With November fast approaching, Kirsten remains unsure how the enrolment process will work and is worried about whether accessing the program will require additional appointments with gynaecologist — appointments she says can already be difficult to afford.

It’s honestly terrifying not knowing what’s going to happen.

“I want to be happy that they’ve opened up the access program, but all of the uncertainty on how it’s going to work and whether I’m going to be able to get access from the get-go is so stressful,” she says.

“I’m cancelling holidays. I’m making sure that I’m banking leave at work in case I can’t get access to medication and start having flare-ups again and can’t work.”

A spokesperson for AstraZeneca confirmed to SBS News there should be “no difference for patients who need continuous access to the Zoladex monthly implant”.

Kirsten says the experience has affected her trust in both AstraZeneca and the government, although she acknowledges the reversal has provided some reassurance.

“All of these decisions seem like they’ve come out of the blue,” she says.

“Especially now with the backflip on the access program — it’s caused so much stress and so much uncertainty that I don’t know what to believe anymore.”

“I don’t know what’s going to happen. I don’t know anything.”

‘Smoke and mirrors’

Dr Sharmitha Kathurusinghe, a Melbourne gynaecologist who works predominantly with endometriosis patients, welcomed the reversal but says it raises questions about the long-term future of access.

“If it was too unsustainable and a low price to provide it on the PBS, what is motivating AstraZeneca now to provide this free for our patients? And for how long will they do this?” she tells SBS News.

“Is it because of criticism that they have faced in the light of the fact that women will not be able to have this medication?

It is reasonable for us to be concerned that this may just be smoke and mirrors.

“In my experience in gynaecology care, I have not personally seen this happen before.”

Kathurusinghe is also concerned about how straightforward the September enrolment process will actually be for patients.

“They might have to jump through more hoops and have multiple people sign paperwork to make it more challenging and not as straightforward to start the medication,” she says.

An AstraZeneca spokesperson tells SBS News a patient’s clinician will determine the patient’s suitability for the prescription, including whether there are suitable alternative treatments.

“Clinicians will need to enrol patients into the Zoladex Continuity Program.”

What AstraZeneca says about ongoing access

In a letter seen by SBS News, AstraZeneca’s director of Corporate Affairs for Australia and New Zealand, Penny George, referenced Middleton’s “coordination of the 42,000+ signatories” to her petition.

Middleton sees the acknowledgement as recognition of the pressure generated by the campaign.

For Middleton, the significance of the past few months extends beyond securing continued access to Zoladex 3.6mg — it is also about demonstrating that patients can influence conversations about medicines they rely on.

“I think the reassuring thing for me is less about the indefinite option of having Zoladex and more about the fact that if we make a lot of noise, they do respond to it,” she says.

“I think the anxiety of medications being taken away will probably never go away for people that have had this occur, because it’s not fun to go through. But I think it’s definitely a step in the right direction at least from AstraZeneca.”

She’s not shy about crediting the people who pushed for change alongside her.

“The breast cancer community, we’re a force.

“So don’t mess with us.”

While allowing herself to celebrate, Middleton is clear-eyed that little here is guaranteed.

“Whenever a company as big as AstraZeneca makes a move like this, it does get that anxiety going,” she says.

“I don’t think that would particularly go away, especially now that we’ve seen that they can do it and that these companies are comfortable doing it,” she says. “We still haven’t gotten approval for the higher dose on the PBS.”

Unfortunately, it hasn’t brought any more comfort about the future issues with access.

The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing previously acknowledged the limits of the government’s role, telling SBS News that pharmaceutical companies “make their own commercial decisions” and “cannot be compelled by government to continue to list a product on the PBS”.

Kirsten, who is waiting for more information, is calculating how much time she has left before the changes take effect.

“This year, it seems like it’s absolutely flying by,” she says.

“If I look at it in terms of injections, then I’ve only got two that I’m somewhat guaranteed to be able to access before I’m affected.”

Even Middleton, for all her relief, doesn’t expect the uncertainty to disappear completely.

“As much as I appreciate the indefinite access and the free access, I think it’s a really great start with the patients that have been affected by it.

“It still doesn’t change the fact that it might be removed, and we’re still not sure how that will look.”

Disclaimer: This article is for general information only and should not be relied on as a substitute for professional medical advice. Readers are advised to consult a qualified health professional for guidance specific to their situation.


Unbelievable Revelation: Missing Folk Legend’s Mysterious 8-Month Disappearance Explained

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Legendary singer-songwriter Linda Perhacs, believed by her friends to have been missing for eight months, was recently discovered to be safe. Concerns over her whereabouts had arisen among her close circle, prompting fears of her disappearance.

The Daily Mail initially broke the news on Wednesday that the 82-year-old artist had been located safely. However, it has been clarified by an insider that Perhacs was never truly ‘missing’ as her family was aware of her location all along.

In an exclusive statement, the Missing Persons Unit of the Los Angeles Police Department confirmed, “She was found today. She’s safe. We can’t share where as it involves her HIPAA.”

This development came just two days after worried friends reported her as missing, expressing their concern on Instagram about not being able to contact Perhacs for a significant period.

According to those familiar with the iconic 1970s folk singer, “Linda Perhacs, our dear friend and legendary singer-songwriter, was released from a residential care facility approximately eight months ago under the supervision of her legal guardian,” they shared on social media.

‘Since then, friends and longtime collaborators have been unable to reach her and repeated attempts to contact her guardian have reportedly gone unanswered. Please help us locate Linda to ensure her well-being.’

Friends shared a photo and plea for help in finding legendary folk singer Linda Perhacs who has been reportedly missing for eight months after leaving a senior living facility in California

Friends shared a photo and plea for help in finding legendary folk singer Linda Perhacs who has been reportedly missing for eight months after leaving a senior living facility in California

Perhacs, 82, has dementia and the Los Angeles Police Department Missing Persons Unit said she was safely found on Wednesday, the Daily Mail can confirm

Perhacs, 82, has dementia and the Los Angeles Police Department Missing Persons Unit said she was safely found on Wednesday, the Daily Mail can confirm

Anyone with knowledge of her whereabouts was asked to contact Perhacs’ former manager, Laurel Stearns, who told the Daily Mail that Perhacs suffers from dementia and that they had even gone as far as to file a missing persons report with the LAPD and contacted Adult Protective Services. 

Prior to stating that Perhacs was found, an LAPD representative informed the Daily Mail that they could not confirm whether there was an active investigation or one under her name.

The Daily Mail can now exclusively reveal new details about Perhacs’ alleged disappearance since she left the facility that was taking care of her eight months ago.

Perhacs’ legal guardian, who the Daily Mail has identified as a man by the name of David Williams, is the singer’s nephew… and has been protecting his aunt all along.

Williams lives a private life away from social media… and it wasn’t until he and his wife were contacted by the Daily Mail that they reportedly learned there was concern Perhacs was missing.

‘Linda is not missing and never was missing. Reports claiming otherwise were inaccurate. Her legal guardian has confirmed that she is safe, well, and has been appropriately cared for,’ Williams told the Daily Mail in an exclusive statement.

‘Our position is based on both legal and ethical considerations. Linda has consistently expressed her desire to maintain her privacy outside of her public career in music. Any public discussion regarding her personal circumstances, without the complete factual context, would be incomplete and potentially misleading. 

‘Out of respect for Linda’s privacy, dignity, and legal rights, we will not discuss or disclose any information regarding her personal or medical circumstances, regardless of whether others have chosen to do so. Those matters are private and will remain confidential. Accordingly, this will be our only public statement on the matter. 

Perhacs resided at Northridge Valley Senior Living in California since 2019

Perhacs resided at Northridge Valley Senior Living in California since 2019

According to the executive director Ben Pak, she left the facility on October 21, 2025 and was moved to another place. Her nephew David Williams serves as her legal guardian

According to the executive director Ben Pak, she left the facility on October 21, 2025 and was moved to another place. Her nephew David Williams serves as her legal guardian

Prior to leaving the facility, Perhacs was involved in a lawsuit with the senior living facility over unpaid rent. The lawsuit was settled in April 2025

Prior to leaving the facility, Perhacs was involved in a lawsuit with the senior living facility over unpaid rent. The lawsuit was settled in April 2025

‘We will have no further involvement beyond confirming that Linda is safe, has never been missing, and has always been under appropriate care and well looked after.’  

Speaking to the Daily Mail, an insider shed light on Perhacs’ backstory leading up to the bombshell report that she had gone missing – and why some loved ones jumped to the worst case scenario. 

According to the insider, Perhacs had been diagnosed with dementia about 10 years ago. There was one instance around that time when she ‘went missing’ but was found a few hours later.

They continued: ‘The truth of the matter is Linda’s actually a very private person. She doesn’t like to communicate her personal life. She liked things on the surface and she was happy to be in the public eye, but her everyday personal life, her dating life, all of that, she kept very top secret.’

Perhacs resided at Northridge Valley Senior Living in Northridge, California – a luxury assisted living facility – since 2019, the Daily Mail can confirm.

Before she was moved into the facility – which specializes in care for all levels of dementia – she resided at her home in Los Angeles, a five-bedroom, four-bathroom house in the West Hills neighborhood. Public records show she’d resided in the home since the ’90s. 

Her former home – which was given to Williams via a trust in 2021 – has since gone into foreclosure and was sold for $322,222 during a trustee’s sale in November 2024.

According to Northridge’s executive director Ben Pak, Perhacs left Northridge on October 21, 2025, and was moved elsewhere. 

Perhacs worked as a dental hygienist throughout her career. Her album Parallelograms, released in 1970, was rediscovered in 1998 and became a sensation among fans

Perhacs worked as a dental hygienist throughout her career. Her album Parallelograms, released in 1970, was rediscovered in 1998 and became a sensation among fans

The Daily Mail has learned she is now at a nursing care facility in Los Angeles County.

Of her health decline, the source went on to say that it’s a ‘heartbreaking’ and ‘devastating’ situation.

‘Linda was the most independent woman I have ever known in my entire life. She was a force to be reckoned with. She was soft, she was kind, but she was so sharp. One of the most brilliant people I’ve ever known,’ they said.

‘She would remember she took notes 10, 15 years ago, and she would remember where they were at. Her memory was so sharp and so profound, and her creativity was so impeccable. To be where she is now is devastating.’ 

Music was Perhacs’ saving grace.

‘Sometimes when you play her music for her, she will sort of have memories. Like she said [about two years ago], her album was being played and she remembered listening to that,’ the source shared.

Earlier this week, Perhacs’ former co-producer, Fernando Perdomo, shared insight on the search for his friend via Instagram. 

Perdomo informed his followers that he found out the folk singer was seemingly nowhere to be found a few weeks ago, when he did a podcast and was ‘excited to talk to her’ about it. 

Perhacs, born September 21, 1943, in Santa Monica, California, is widely regarded as one of the most legendary voices in American folk music

Perhacs, born September 21, 1943, in Santa Monica, California, is widely regarded as one of the most legendary voices in American folk music

Later on in life, she released the albums The Soul of All Natural Things in 2014, and I'm a Harmony in 2017, which introduced her music to an entirely new generation

Later on in life, she released the albums The Soul of All Natural Things in 2014, and I’m a Harmony in 2017, which introduced her music to an entirely new generation

Due to California law, information about where she was transferred could not be disclosed by the senior living facility, and her ‘next of kin,’ who is also her legal guardian, had been unresponsive, according to Perdomo. 

‘Well, her next of kin’s number, which we had, which we used to have contact with him, he’s not answering phone calls and I think he might’ve blocked us, which is really, really weird,’ Perdomo said in his Instagram video. 

Pak, the executive director of Northridge who took over around the time Perhacs moved out, told the Daily Mail that he wasn’t aware of the concern over her whereabouts until it was brought to his attention. Once he learned about the news, he found it ‘a little bit alarming’ as he hadn’t found anything concerning about her family.

‘I can tell you that when she moved out… there was no weird shenanigans going on. It was that they just had to move her out of here and then move her somewhere else,’ he said, while noting he wasn’t allowed to disclose where she was moved to.

‘The family moved her out due to some issues that they had with our company, and they moved her out.’

He continued: ‘I can tell you the way she moved out of here, there was absolutely no foul play or wrongdoing or anything like that. It was just the parties did not agree, therefore, they moved her out of here. And then after that, I have no idea.’ 

According to court documents obtained by the Daily Mail, there had been a dispute between Northridge and Perhacs and her legal guardian. 

She was behind in paying her monthly rent at Northridge Valley Senior Living, and so, the facility took matters into its own hands and filed a civil lawsuit in March 2025 against Perhacs and ‘Does 1 to 5’ in Los Angeles – just months before she left. 

Perhacs resided in West Hills, California, since the '90s. Her home was sold in a trustee's sale in November 2024 for $322,222 (pictured)

Perhacs resided in West Hills, California, since the ’90s. Her home was sold in a trustee’s sale in November 2024 for $322,222 (pictured)

A source revealed that there was one instance years ago where the folk singer 'went missing,' but she was found a few hours later (pictured performing at the Santa Monica Pier in 2014)

A source revealed that there was one instance years ago where the folk singer ‘went missing,’ but she was found a few hours later (pictured performing at the Santa Monica Pier in 2014)

Before moving in, the parties entered a contract in which she’d agreed to pay $3,396 on the first day of each month, beginning October 26, 2019.

The facility alleged that ‘on or about November 1, 2024, defendant breached the agreement by failing to pay for monthly basic services when due.’

On February 4, 2025, Northridge served Perhacs a written 30-day notice to vacate the premises. At the time of the notice, she owed $14,830. 

She was also to pay ‘at least $113.20 per day,’ since February 1, 2025, plus damages that were caused by the unlawful detention of occupying the premises. The amount was to continue to accrue at that rate if she remained in her apartment.

A Writ of Possession was issued, and a judgment was entered on April 15, 2025. It appears, though, that the payment issue was resolved and she remained in the facility until she ultimately left in October. 

The Daily Mail reached out to attorneys for Northridge Valley Senior Living for comment and did not hear back.

Pak told the Daily Mail that he was unaware of the lawsuit as he had just started as the new executive director at the facility when Perhacs left in October. He said all he remembers is that ‘she needed to move out.’

‘The power of attorney was this Williams person, and then they made the determination to move her out,’ he added. ‘I had just gotten here not too long ago, so I just followed the protocol of what I was supposed to do. And so when I got this… call that said people were concerned, I was like, “Huh, really?”‘ 

Perhacs is pictured on the cover of her 2014 album, The Soul of All Natural Things

Perhacs is pictured on the cover of her 2014 album, The Soul of All Natural Things

Perhacs’ inner circle had been conducting their own investigation earlier this week, before she was ultimately discovered safe and exactly where her family knew she was. 

The singer’s pal Jessica Hundley told the Daily Mail she and several other friends and collaborators of Perhacs had been working ‘to establish her whereabouts’.

On Wednesday evening, Perhacs’ former manager and friends addressed the news that the folk singer had been found – hours after it was reported by police.

‘We are grateful to share that singer-songwriter Linda Perhacs has been located and is safe,’ the statement read.

‘After a period of concern during which friends, collaborators, and members of the music community were unable to establish contact with Linda and had filed police reports accordingly. Law enforcement has just confirmed that she has been found and is safe.’

They continued: ‘We extend our sincere thanks to everyone who helped amplify this effort by sharing information, reaching out with support, and expressing genuine care for Linda’s well-being. The overwhelming response from fans, fellow musicians, journalists, and the broader creative community has been a powerful reminder of the profound impact Linda’s music.

‘We are especially grateful to the authorities for their assistance and to all those who worked behind the scenes to help bring clarity to this situation.

‘At this time, we ask that Linda’s privacy be respected as those close to her determine the best path forward. We hope this moment allows for compassion, healing, and continued support for an artist whose work has touched so many lives.’

Perhacs, born September 21, 1943, in Santa Monica, California, is widely regarded as one of the most legendary voices in American folk music.

Her 1970 album Parallelograms was rediscovered in 1998, and according to her former manager, is now considered a visionary work that helped shape generations of experimental folk and psychedelic musicians.

She later released the albums The Soul of All Natural Things in 2014, and I’m a Harmony in 2017, which introduced her music to an entirely new generation.

On the side, she worked as a dental hygienist – a career she began in early adulthood and returned to later in life.

Civil War Cannonballs Discovered in Luggage at Alabama Airport: A Historical Heist Uncovered

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In a surprising discovery, a TSA agent uncovered a collection of stolen Civil War-era cannonballs hidden in a passenger’s suitcase at an Alabama airport this month, according to law enforcement officials.

The Transportation Security Administration revealed that the historical relics were found at Gulf Shores International Airport on July 18. During an X-ray scan, an agent noticed what seemed to be a significant, opaque object in a suitcase, initially mistaking it for a medicine ball. Upon inspecting the luggage further, the agent found five small cannonballs wrapped in paper towels and quickly alerted a supervisor.

“My first thought was, ‘I couldn’t see a fuse and need to get some help quick,'” Lead TSA Officer Justin Dupree remarked in a statement released by the agency on Friday. “I was unable to view the entire object and worried it might be an active explosive.”

Stolen Cannonballs Airport

This photo provided by the TSA shows a stolen Civil War-era cannonball discovered by TSA officers in a checked bag at the Gulf Shores International Airport in Gulf Shores, Ala., on July 18, 2026. 

TSA via AP

Dupree added, “I had never encountered anything quite this unique. Although I’ve come across inert grenades and training munitions, this was my first time dealing with a scenario that seemed straight out of an Indiana Jones movie.”

According to the TSA, the cannonballs, the largest measuring roughly the size of grapefruits and comparable in weight to a shot put ball, were not active and lacked any explosive material or functional components. Nonetheless, as artillery munitions, cannonballs are forbidden on aircraft.

“I had never seen anything like this,” Supervisory TSA Officer Richard Cash said in a statement. “It was my first time dealing with a potentially live explosive, and it’s actually only the second incident we’ve had since JKA opened in May 2025.”

Police eventually determined the cannonballs were stolen from Fort Morgan, based on paint marking applied to the artifacts by fort staff, and that they dated to the American Civil War. The historic Gulf Shores fort played a significant role in several military conflicts, including the Civil War.

The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday that a juvenile stole the cannonballs from a storage area in the fort and then placed them in their grandmother’s checked bag. The grandmother told officers she did not know they were stolen.

Spokespersons for Fort Morgan didn’t respond to an email seeking comment. The sheriff’s office said the institution declined to press charges, and the artifacts were returned to the fort.

TSA has been screening more than 2 million passengers a day this summer and has encountered some unusual items in travelers’ luggage. This summer alone, TSA has found two live smoke grenades, an inert grenade, a pipe bomb look-alike and a samurai sword hidden in a guitar case.