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Miraculous Toddler Survival: Parents Cleared of Any Guilt

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In a shocking turn of events, no charges will be filed against the parents of the toddler who miraculously emerged alive from a hospital morgue after a near-tragic drowning in an Arizona pool.

On February 8, as the Super Bowl LX captivated millions, tragedy almost struck the Fiordilino family in Gilbert when 18-month-old Vincent Lorenzo was discovered floating lifeless in their backyard pool shortly after 5:30 p.m., according to a detailed police report reviewed by the Daily Mail.

The quick-thinking parents, Alexus and Angelo Fiordilino, sprang into action, pulling their young son from the water and rushing him to Dignity Health Mercy Gilbert Medical Center in a desperate bid to save his life.

Heartbreakingly, Dr. Aryan Toosi pronounced Vincent dead roughly an hour later. However, in an astonishing twist, the toddler was rediscovered alive inside the hospital’s morgue around 11 p.m. by a vigilant medical professional, police have confirmed.

Initially, the Gilbert Police Department advised pressing negligence charges against the parents, but Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell ultimately decided that securing a conviction beyond a reasonable doubt would be improbable, as reported by the Associated Press.

‘The family had multiple childproof locks and safety measures in place, and multiple adults were present in the home, all of whom believed someone was watching the child,’ Mitchell said Wednesday.

‘Additionally, the investigation found no evidence that the parents exhibited any obvious signs of impairment.’ 

The news comes just weeks after the Daily Mail revealed disturbing details from the incident, including that police officers repeatedly warned the doctor that the child was still breathing. 

Vincent Lorenzo Fiordilino was found floating face down in his family's backyard pool on February 8 while his family watched Super Bowl LX inside, police said

Vincent Lorenzo Fiordilino was found floating face down in his family’s backyard pool on February 8 while his family watched Super Bowl LX inside, police said

Vincent’s parents had realized their baby son was missing after the couple went into the garage ‘to talk’ before heading to the backyard couch to watch television, investigators detailed.

Alexus, 29, soon realized they had not seen their son for a while before they searched and found him in the water. 

His mom pulled him out and started to perform CPR while someone else called 911, the report stated. 

After first responders arrived, they transported him to the hospital. Dr Toosi soon declared the toddler dead, despite police repeatedly warning him that he was breathing. 

An officer recalled hearing a nurse say ‘I have a pulse’ before other hospital staffers helped her ‘in attempting to revive Vincent’, the report stated.

That cop then walked into the room where Dr. Toosi was talking with the boy’s parents, and informed him of what he overheard, investigators said.

The officer claims the physician then responded sharply. 

‘Toosi arrogantly told me he was the doctor, he has a medical degree, he went to medical school for a reason, and to let him do his thing,’ he stated in the report. 

The news comes just weeks after the Daily Mail revealed disturbing details from the incident, including that his parents allegedly smoked weed in the garage of their $750,000 home when he wandered into the pool

The news comes just weeks after the Daily Mail revealed disturbing details from the incident, including that his parents allegedly smoked weed in the garage of their $750,000 home when he wandered into the pool

An MRI confirmed that he suffered extensive brain damage and will need lifelong care

An MRI confirmed that he suffered extensive brain damage and will need lifelong care

Alexus and Angelo were then told to say their final goodbyes to their child, but within hours, they were told he was actually alive, officials documented. 

Vincent was then airlifted to Phoenix Children’s Hospital for treatment.

An MRI confirmed that he suffered extensive brain damage and will need lifelong care.

A hospital spokesperson previously told the Daily Mail: ‘This is a heartbreaking situation. We immediately conducted a thorough review of all aspects of the care provided to learn what happened and to make meaningful changes to strengthen our care.

‘Out of respect for the patient’s privacy, we cannot discuss details. We continue to work with the family and their representative. Patient safety and exceptional care is our highest priority.

The family plans to take legal action against Dignity Health Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, their attorney said earlier this month, AZ Family reported. 

Dr Toosi has held an osteopathic physician license since 2023, according to state board records. 

He previously completed his emergency medicine residency at Michigan’s Sparrow Hospital in 2022.

Limited Edition Trump Commemorative Passports Launch Nationwide

WASHINGTON – Soon, Americans nationwide can obtain a rare kind of U.S. passport, one that proudly showcases President Donald Trump’s portrait, commemorating the nation’s 250th anniversary. This announcement was made on Thursday by the State Department.

Starting next month, individuals can access these distinctive passports at any of the 27 passport agencies spread across the United States. Previously, these special passports were only obtainable by those applying in person at the Washington, D.C., passport office.

President Trump marks a historical moment as the first living president to have his portrait featured on a page within this official travel document.

This passport edition is just one of many tributes to Trump that are gaining prominence. His likeness is showcased on a special gold-finished commemorative coin celebrating America’s founding, now being crafted by the U.S. Mint. Furthermore, initiatives are underway to feature Trump’s signature on all new U.S. paper currency, another precedent for a seated president.

The State Department revealed that due to “overwhelming demand,” an additional 250,000 of these unique commemorative passports will be made available to the public. In a formal statement, they shared that, “Americans all across the country will now have the opportunity to apply for one of these additional special passports, known as the ‘Patriot Passport.’”

Passport offices in Centennial, Colorado; Chicago; Dallas; Detroit; New Orleans; New York; and Stamford, Connecticut, will offer the Trump passports at one-day special events starting Aug. 8. The list will grow to include other passport offices throughout August.

Those who want the special passport must apply in-person on the day specified on the department’s passport website. Those wanting a traditional passport must apply on different days.

The commemorative passport features Trump’s picture over a gold imprimatur of his signature to an interior page, while the cover carries the words “United States of America” in bold gold print at the top and “Passport” at the bottom — a reversal of the current standard cover.

In addition, a small gold laminate American flag, with the number 250 encircled by stars, is at the bottom of the back cover.

The only presidents featured in current U.S. passports are in a double-page depiction of Mount Rushmore in South Dakota — George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln.

Other depictions include the Statue of Liberty, the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall in Philadelphia, and scenes of the Great Plains, mountains and islands. Current passports also contain quotations from Martin Luther King Jr. as well as Presidents Washington, Jefferson, Roosevelt, John F. Kennedy and Dwight Eisenhower.

The addition of Trump’s picture and signature to the passport book is the newest step his aides have taken to increase the president’s visibility, including adding his name to the U.S. Institute of Peace building and the Kennedy Center performing arts venue, although that signage was later removed on a court order.

Trump also has made waves with his plans for a new White House ballroom and a massive arch to be built at one of the entrances to Washington from Virginia.

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Georgia Mom Heroically Stops Abduction Attempt Using Gas Pump

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In a dramatic showdown at a Georgia gas station, a quick-thinking mother used a gas pump to thwart an alleged attempt to abduct her children, all caught on surveillance footage released this week.

Captured by FOX 5 Atlanta, the footage depicts the tense moments as the woman refueled at a Shell station in Marietta around midnight. Without warning, a shirtless and barefoot individual, identified by authorities as 30-year-old Jerahn Tucker, made his way toward her vehicle.

According to Charles McPhilamy, the Public Information Officer for the Marietta Police Department, the encounter began with Tucker conversing with the woman before the situation swiftly became alarming.

“Tucker suddenly charged at the vehicle,” McPhilamy detailed. “In a terrifying attempt, he tried to open the doors and forcibly remove a child from the back seat.”

Surveillance video shows a mother pumping gas beside her family's car at a Shell station moments before police say an attempted child abduction unfolded.

Surveillance footage captured the mother engaged in refueling just moments before police allege a shirtless assailant approached her family’s car, attempting to take her children at the Marietta, Georgia Shell station. (WAGA)

A warrant cited by FOX 5 Atlanta says the mother later told investigators Tucker claimed he had a gun before becoming aggressive.

Surveillance video shows one of the woman’s children jumping from the vehicle and running around it as Tucker chased after him. At one point, Tucker opened the rear passenger door while another child remained inside the vehicle.

The mother then grabbed the gas pump hose and used it to keep Tucker away from her children until two bystanders rushed over to help, the video shows.

Surveillance video shows a mother using a gas pump hose to fend off a man near her family's vehicle at a Georgia gas station.

Surveillance video captures the mother using a gas pump hose to keep the suspect away from her children as police say he tried to pull one of them from the family’s vehicle. (WAGA)

“What is this individual capable of?” McPhilamy said. “What are they doing? Why are they trying to get in my own car? What are they doing? Trying to pull children out of the car.”

Two witnesses dropped what they were carrying and rushed over to help as someone called 911, FOX 5 Atlanta reported.

Tucker got into his vehicle and drove away, but officers stopped him a short distance from the gas station and took him into custody.

Surveillance video shows a man reaching into a family's vehicle as the children's mother confronts him at a Georgia gas station.

Surveillance footage shows a man police identified as Jerahn Tucker trying to open the family’s vehicle as the mother confronts him during the alleged attempted kidnapping at a Marietta gas station. (WAGA)

“The actions of the mother and everyone on the scene, their ability to remain calm under pressure and push him away, get him away from the children, get a hold of us so that we can get to the area allowed us to hold this individual accountable,” McPhilamy told the station.

Tucker remains in the Cobb County Jail on charges including kidnapping and simple assault.

Authorities have not released a possible motive for the alleged attack.

Father Sentenced 15 Years for Supplying Gun to Teen Shooter

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A man who provided his son with the firearm used in the tragic shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia has been sentenced to 15 years in prison. The incident resulted in the deaths of two students and two teachers.

Colin Gray’s sentencing came shortly after his son, Colt Gray, received a life sentence without parole for the September 4, 2024, shooting. This school, located approximately 45 miles northeast of Atlanta, witnessed a grim event, leaving a community in mourning. Colt Gray, only 16 years old, had admitted guilt to murder along with other charges.

Judge Nicholas Primm, who was responsible for sentencing both Colin and Colt Gray, delivered a stern message to Colin. “It is clear you failed as a parent,” Primm stated, acknowledging the complexity of punishing negligence without the intention of committing a crime.

“My heart aches for everyone affected that day and all who continue to feel its impact. The law obliges me to separate emotion from judgment. I cannot allow passion to dictate sentencing, though the pain you caused is immeasurable,” Primm remarked during the sentencing.

At 55 years old, Gray joins a small group of parents in the United States who have faced criminal charges after their children were involved in shootings. This case highlights a growing legal precedent in the tragic context of school violence.

A jury in March found Colin Gray guilty of second-degree murder in the deaths of two 14-year-old students, Mason Schermerhorn and Christian Angulo. Georgia law defines second-degree murder as causing the death of a child by committing the crime of cruelty to children. Gray was also found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in the killings of teachers Richard Aspinwall, 39, and Cristina Irimie, 53.

Another teacher and eight other students were wounded, seven of them hit by gunfire.

Families speak their pain

Family members of those who died and victims of the shooting, many of whom also spoke during Colt Gray’s sentencing, condemned what they said were Colin Gray’s failures as a parent and urged the judge to give him the maximum sentence.

“This wasn’t unavoidable. This was preventable. Because of the choices made inside the Gray household, four families were handed life sentences of grief,” said Breanna Schermerhorn, whose son was killed.

“He did not pull the trigger but purchased and left a firearm accessible to a minor,” said Shayna Aspinwall, whose husband was killed. She said the sentence must take into account “the families left behind who must carry the grief and trauma for the rest of our lives.”

The judge addressed those in the courtroom after announcing the sentence: “This only closes the legal chapter for this horror. The pain, the heartache, they continue. I understand that. I hope all of you know this community loves you, and I ask that God gives you peace.”

Prosecutors said Colin Gray missed red flags

Prosecutors said Colin Gray gave his son the rifle as a Christmas gift along with ammunition, a gun sight and other shooting accessories.

An investigator testified that Colt Gray carried the semiautomatic rifle onto the school bus with the barrel sticking out and wrapped in poster board. The teenager left his second-period class and went to a bathroom, emerged with the rifle and shot people in the hallway and a classroom, the investigator said.

Colt Gray, who was 14 at the time of the shooting, had shown signs of deteriorating mental health in the weeks leading up to the killings, according to testimony. He belonged to a “true crime community” online where he and other young people discussed their obsession with mass shooters, an investigator testified.

The teen’s mother, Marcee Gray, who was separated from Colin Gray, told investigators she had argued with her estranged husband weeks before the shooting, asking him to secure his guns and restrict their son’s access.

Prosecutors had asked for a sentence of 80 years

Defense attorney Brian Hobbs asked the judge for a sentence of 10 years in prison followed by 10 years on probation. Barrow County District Attorney Brad Smith said Gray deserved a sentence of 80 years in prison.

Hobbs argued that Colt Gray “actively hid the depth of his involvement” in the online community obsessed with mass shooters, and the red flags enumerated by prosecutors were outliers among happier moments.

Smith countered that Colin Gray ignored “a substantial and unjustifiable risk.”

“This was the risk that he was ignoring, that there would be a mass shooting of children at a school, and he gave his son the exact tool he would need to accomplish this,” Smith said.

Colin Gray is not the first parent to face such charges

Prosecutors have in recent years held parents responsible when they believe they can prove a parent contributed to a killing.

Jennifer and James Crumbley were the first U.S. parents to face such charges after their son, Ethan, killed four students and wounded others at Michigan’s Oxford High School in 2021. Like Colin Gray, they were unaware of their son’s plans but had gifted him a gun before the shooting. They are serving 10-year prison terms for involuntary manslaughter. Hobbs, the defense attorney, urged the judge to use that sentence as a guide.

The judge called these cases “divisive.” There would have been no crime by the father if the son hadn’t brought a gun to school and shot people, he noted. But he said Colin Gray could have locked up the guns, kept ammunition out of the house, had someone else keep the guns and gotten his son counseling.

“You were convicted because the warning lights were flashing brighter and brighter and you didn’t get him help and you didn’t remove his access to the guns,” Primm said.

Driver Repeatedly Targets Jogger with Car After Morning Greeting, Forcing Her to Hide Behind Trash Can, Police Report

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Inset: Jesse Allen Davis. Background: Apartment complex in Marietta, Ga., where Davis reportedly attempted to run down a woman jogging (WSB/YouTube).

Authorities in Georgia have arrested a man accused of attempting to run over a woman three times as she jogged through an apartment complex. The unsettling incident unfolded after the woman greeted him with a simple “good morning.”

The suspect, Jesse Allen Davis, aged 21, is facing charges of aggravated assault and hit-and-run. According to Sgt. Eric Smith of Cobb County Police, this dangerous encounter occurred at the Sedgefield Apartments in Marietta on a Sunday morning.

The morning began innocuously enough for the victim, who was out for her usual jog. Upon crossing paths with Davis—a stranger to her—she greeted him courteously and continued her exercise routine. Without warning, Davis allegedly jumped into his vehicle and followed her.

In a shocking turn of events, Davis reportedly tried to strike the jogger with his car on three different occasions on July 19. As the alarming situation unfolded, local ABC affiliate WSB revealed that the victim managed to stay on the phone with police throughout the ordeal.

Dispatchers asked if she was in a safe place.

“Yes, I’m behind a garbage can,” she replied.

Davis allegedly kept driving and hit another car on his way out of the parking lot. Smith said police received another 911 call not long after about the same car crashing into a pole nearby.

The suspect’s mugshot shows several cuts to his face. Cops arrested Davis and took him to the Cobb County Jail without bond. His next court date is not listed.

Neighbor Lloydethan White told WSB that he saw the incident go down — and that Davis nearly hit his vehicle as well.

“I think it’s wrong that a woman has to fear for her life and she’s just trying to go about her normal day and workout,” White said.

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Tragedy in New Jersey: Young Boy Found in River While Rescuers Desperately Search for Missing Sister

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In a heart-wrenching search operation, rescuers in New Jersey are tirelessly looking for a 10-year-old girl after they discovered her brother’s body in the Passaic River late Wednesday, Passaic Mayor Hector Lora informed the media.

“We are focused on recovering the girl, but there’s a sliver of hope that she might still be alive,” Lora shared with FOX 5 New York during an interview.

Expressing a hopeful yet heartrending thought, Lora pondered whether the late boy might have managed to help his sister reach safety before it was too late for him.

Passaic Police and other assisting towns work the scene where a 10-year-old boy was found dead and an ongoing operation is underway to find a 10-year-old girl after both children were in the Passaic River in the vicinity of Veterans Ct near a park in Passaic, New Jersey, United States on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Authorities canvassed the area for any clues, evidence and signs of the missing children. People looked on as first responders investigated the area. The investigation is active and ongoing.

Police forces in Passaic, supported by surrounding communities, are actively working at the site where a tragic incident unfolded — a boy was found lifeless, and efforts continue to locate his sister who were both in the Passaic River near Veterans Ct, adjacent to a local park in Passaic, New Jersey, on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. (Kyle Mazza/Sipa USA)

“As the boy went under, it’s almost like an angelic force or divine intervention might have allowed him to push his sister to safety, hoping she’s now safe at home, while his mother endures the loss of her son,” Lora said.

Lora also told reporters that calls for help came in around 6:20 p.m. local time Wednesday after bystanders saw three children in the water, according to FOX 5.

A good Samaritan unsuccessfully tried to help the children out of the water, the outlet reported.

Passaic Police and other assisting towns work the scene inside of the Passaic River where a 10-year-old boy was found dead and an ongoing operation is underway to recover a 10-year-old girl after both children were in the Passaic River in the vicinity of Veterans Ct near a park in Passaic, New Jersey, United States on Thursday, July 30, 2026. Authorities canvassed the area for any clues, evidence and signs of the missing children. The investigation is active and ongoing.

Passaic Police and other assisting towns work the scene inside the Passaic River where a 10-year-old boy was found dead and an ongoing operation is underway to recover a 10-year-old girl after both children were in the Passaic River in the vicinity of Veterans Ct near a park in Passaic, New Jersey,  (Kyle Mazza/Sipa USA)

Search and rescue operations were ongoing into Thursday morning. The efforts were hampered in part by high water levels due to recent storms.

The search and rescue operations included members of the the Passaic Police Department, the Passaic County Sheriff’s Office and the New Jersey State Police.

Passaic Police and other assisting towns work the scene inside of the Passaic River where a 10-year-old boy was found dead and an ongoing operation is underway to recover a 10-year-old girl after both children were in the Passaic River in the vicinity of Veterans Ct near a park in Passaic, New Jersey, United States on Thursday, July 30, 2026. Authorities canvassed the area for any clues, evidence and signs of the missing children. The investigation is active and ongoing.

Passaic Police and other assisting towns work the scene inside the Passaic River after two children were swept into the Passaic River in the vicinity of Veterans Ct near a park in Passaic, New Jersey, on Thursday, July 30, 2026. A (Kyle Mazza/Sipa USA)

News Media contacted the Passaic Police Department, the Passaic County Sheriff’s Office and the New Jersey State Police for further information.

Hunter Greene of the Reds Gains Attention Amidst MLB Trade Deadline Rumors

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Is Hunter Greene’s future with the Reds uncertain?

The Cincinnati Reds have been receiving notable attention regarding starting pitcher Hunter Greene, who is currently signed for $15 million next season, with his contract extending to $16 million in 2028, reports The Athletic.

Although there is no strong indication from the Reds that they are eager to trade Greene, moving him could provide a strategic advantage at the upcoming trade deadline. This move seems all the more plausible given that an exchange involving Elly De La Cruz appears even less feasible.

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Hunter Greene (21) throws against the St. Louis Cardinals.

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Hunter Greene (21) throws against the St. Louis Cardinals. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

Among the Reds’ roster, other potential trade assets include players like Brady Singer and Nathaniel Lowe, both on expiring contracts. However, these trades are unlikely to bring the same level of return as Greene might command.

Hunter Greene’s performance was hampered earlier this year due to an elbow surgery that sidelined him for the first three months of the 2026 season. Since his return, he has shown varied performance across his initial four starts.

His first appearance of the season saw him give up eight earned runs in 3 1/3 innings, while he followed that with seven innings of three-hit ball with 12 strikeouts.

Greene surrendered three runs over six innings against the Rockies on July 19, and his latest start last week he lasted 5 1/3 innings with seven runs against — six earned.

He currently sports a 7.06 ERA and 1.34 WHIP. 

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Hunter Greene (21) pitches against the Chicago Cubs.

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Hunter Greene (21) pitches against the Chicago Cubs. Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

Generally, Greene has been a reliable starter for the Reds across four years prior, overpowering hitters by consistently topping 100 miles per hour. 

In 2024, he had a 2.75 ERA in 150 innings while racking up 169 strikeouts.

Last season, albeit in fewer starts, he recorded a 2.76 ERA with 132 strikeouts. 

Over the last two seasons, Greene has a 2.29 ERA in 13 starts at Cincinnati’s Great American Ballpark and 5.33 ERA in 10 road starts.

Outside of Tarik Skubal, Greene may be the best starting pitcher on the market for teams come the trade deadline, giving clubs like the Brewers and Braves a chance to pounce if the Dodgers land Skubal. 

Despite starting the season 20-11, the Reds have remained outside the hunt in the NL Wild Card race for much of the season, entering Thursday’s slate 50-57 and six games back of the third and final spot. 

If Greene were to be traded, second-year starter Chase Burns would become the centerpiece of the Reds’ rotation. 

Burns has a 2.40 ERA in 112 innings this year. 

Darkest 2026 Prophecy Unfolds: Insights from Modern Nostradamus

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A Brazilian psychic, Athos Salomé, is stirring global unease with a forewarning that escalating international tensions are nearing a critical threshold.

At 39, Salomé has earned the moniker ‘Living Nostradamus,’ having previously claimed foresight into pivotal events like the Microsoft global outage, the COVID-19 pandemic, and even the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.

He now alleges the materialization of two additional prophecies in 2026: a burgeoning conflict between Iran and Israel, alongside Spain’s triumph in the World Cup.

Salomé also recalls an alarming prediction he made in December, suggesting the potential for Russia and NATO to clash within the Arctic Circle’s fragile boundaries.

Speaking to Tyla, Salomé cautioned that the Arctic could become a hotspot of danger as melting ice paves the way for new shipping lanes and reveals untapped energy resources.

The prediction came before NATO launched its Arctic Sentry operation and before recent reports that Russia was moving missile systems into strategic locations across the region.

Russia has since continued expanding its military presence in the Arctic, while NATO is deploying thousands more troops there.

Salomé believes those developments have increased the risk of a confrontation during this year’s ice melt.

Athos, also known as the Living Nostradamus, has made numerous accurate predictions about global events over the years

Athos, also known as the Living Nostradamus, has made numerous accurate predictions about global events over the years

Salomé published a list of 10 predictions for 2026 in December last year.

One warned that tensions in the Middle East would reach a critical point during the second quarter of the year, driven by disputes over Iran’s uranium enrichment program.

He now claims the conflict between Iran and Israel fulfilled that prediction.

Salomé has also taken credit for Spain’s World Cup victory after forecasting that the winning country would wear colors associated with fire.

However, his prediction included several possible winners: Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, France, Morocco, Argentina and England.

After Spain defeated Argentina 1-0, Salomé claimed the result matched his forecast because he had previously identified Spain as the most likely champion.

With those two apparent hits behind him, Salomé has now returned to one of his more alarming forecasts for 2026: a potential confrontation between Russia and NATO in the Arctic.

He believes the threat is growing as melting ice exposes new shipping routes and energy reserves, intensifying the struggle for control of the region.

Salomé is pointing to another forecast he issued in December, when he warned that Russia and NATO could be drawn into conflict in the Arctic Circle. Pictured is a Russian missile strike on Kyiv on July 19, 2026

Salomé is pointing to another forecast he issued in December, when he warned that Russia and NATO could be drawn into conflict in the Arctic Circle. Pictured is a Russian missile strike on Kyiv on July 19, 2026

He also identified Africa’s Sahel region as another potential flashpoint, warning that extremist groups in northern Niger could draw rival powers into an indirect struggle for influence following the withdrawal of Western troops, Tyla reported. 

At the end of 2025, Salomé released a series of ominous predictions for the year ahead, warning that global conflicts would drag on without clear winners while cyberattacks, disease outbreaks and natural disasters intensified.

The Brazilian mystic predicted that the war between Russia and Ukraine would remain locked in a prolonged stalemate, with both sides advancing and retreating without agreeing to a formal peace treaty.

He also warned European countries to remain vigilant, claiming efforts to rebuild damaged areas could be disrupted by further attacks.

In East Asia, Salomé predicted mounting tensions between China and Taiwan would stop short of a full-scale invasion but develop into a drawn-out campaign involving blockades, cyberattacks, financial pressure and disruption to semiconductor supplies.

He claimed the goal would be to wear down China’s opponents and test international boundaries without triggering an all-out war.

Salomé also identified West Africa and the Sahel as major flashpoints, forecasting continued instability, terrorism and mass displacement across Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger.

He warned that worsening violence and weak governments could force more people toward Europe and the Middle East while placing additional pressure on food supplies and security.

Cybercrime was another major theme in his predictions. Salomé forecast attacks targeting energy, water and communications infrastructure in major cities across North America and Western Europe.

He also warned that major events, including the World Cup, could become targets for hackers seeking to create political and economic chaos.

In public health, Salomé predicted further outbreaks of bird flu, dengue and mpox, warning that exhausted hospitals and strained international funding could leave countries struggling to respond.

He also forecast increased concern over artificial intelligence, including deepfakes, financial scams and mass surveillance, forcing governments to accelerate regulation.

Finally, Salomé warned that climate change would fuel severe heatwaves across southern Europe, flooding in Southeast Asia, drought in Brazil and worsening water shortages across the Middle East and North Africa.

Salomé said he develops his forecasts by combining symbolic analysis, long-term global patterns and his study of Kabbalah, an ancient Jewish mystical tradition.

He searches for recurring cycles and coincidences before comparing them with current events.

However, Salomé acknowledged that his methods are not foolproof and described his predictions as interpretations rather than certainties.

Elon Musk’s X Resolves Major Lawsuit Stirred by Advertiser Boycott Dispute

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Elon Musk’s social media venture, X, has reached an agreement with the World Federation of Advertisers, bringing an end to their heated legal dispute that began in 2024 over allegations of a boycott by advertisers.

According to TechCrunch, this settlement was revealed through a joint statement issued on Wednesday, marking the conclusion of Musk’s attempts to hold advertisers legally liable for slashing their advertising spend on X due to worries about brand safety.

The legal skirmish started when X filed a lawsuit against the World Federation of Advertisers (WFA) in 2024, accusing them of leading an organized and unlawful boycott against the platform. This move followed a noticeable dip in advertising revenue for X after Musk’s $44 billion acquisition of the social media giant in 2022. Prominent companies including Mars, CVS Health, Shell, and Lego were mentioned in the lawsuit. These advertisers refuted the claims, asserting that they retain the autonomy to decide where they invest their advertising dollars.

In March, the case’s trajectory shifted when a federal court dismissed the lawsuit, stating that X had not adequately proved it endured damage under federal competition laws. Despite this ruling, X launched an appeal in April, striving to keep the case alive.

In their joint statement, both X and the WFA expressed their commitment to moving beyond the litigation, highlighting that the settlement serves to reset the relationship between the organizations, signaling a new chapter.

At the center of X’s allegations was the claim that advertisers reduced their spending on the platform because of guidelines developed by the WFA’s Global Alliance for Responsible Media (GARM). GARM was a coalition of brands and advertising agencies created to establish standards designed to prevent advertisements from appearing alongside harmful online content.

In practice, GARM worked to censor conservatives online. – News previously reported that GARM was a primary topic of a major FTC settlement with advertising giants over collusion to censor conservative outlets:

The FTC said in a complaint filed on Wednesday in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas that WPP, Dentsu, and Publicis coordinated on policies that limited the number of ads that ran on sites with content that the industry had identified as misinformation. The policy resulted in fewer ads running on media outlets such as – News, punishing outlets that ran content that was “lawful but disfavored.” The filing explained that these advertisers sought to impose common “brand safety” standards across the digital advertising industry. The FTC stated that the ad agencies, with their primary competitors, Omnicom and IPG, operated through their trade associations to establish a “Brand Safety Floor” to combat “misinformation.”

“The ad agencies’ brand-safety conspiracy turned competition in the market for ad-buying services on its head,” FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson said in a written statement. “The antitrust laws guarantee participation in a market free from conduct, such as economic boycotts, that distort the fundamental competitive pressures that promote lower prices, higher quality products and increased innovation.”

According to the joint statement, the World Federation of Advertisers reiterated its dedication to freedom of speech, a principle that has been part of the organization’s founding constitution since 1953. The statement noted that this is a principle shared by both WFA and X. Significantly, the statement revealed that on August 9, 2024, WFA discontinued GARM. The organization committed that it will not form or restart GARM or any similar initiative in the future. Both WFA and X expressed alignment in their view that brands, platforms, and consumers will all benefit from innovation in brand safety.

The settlement marks a significant shift in the relationship between X and the advertising industry. After years of tension and legal battles, both parties appear ready to move forward. The discontinuation of GARM removes a major point of contention, while the joint commitment to brand safety innovation suggests a potential path toward rebuilding trust between the platform and advertisers.

Read more at TechCrunch here.

Lucas Nolan is a reporter for – News covering issues of AI, free speech, and online censorship.

Montana Man’s Remarkable Escape After Trekking Pole Injury

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In a dire encounter high above Montana’s jagged landscape, David Cifaldi and his two companions braved peril on the foreboding Froze-to-Death Plateau. As they neared the summit of Montana’s highest pinnacle, the unpredictable wild demanded its toll—Cifaldi tumbled and, incredibly, found himself pierced by his own trekking pole.

The trekking pole, a formidable 44 inches (112 centimeters) of steel-tipped severity, tore through the meat beneath Cifaldi’s left arm, miraculously dodging any vital organs, and jutted dramatically from his back. After weighing their options, and noting the staggering expense of a helicopter evacuation, Cifaldi resolved that his salvation had to be in his own hands.

“We’ve got to get off this mountain,” Cifaldi recalled urging his concerned friends, even as they wavered in doubt. His reassurance was almost flippant. “I’m pretty confident this is outside my chest wall. ‘Tis but a flesh wound,” he added, channeling a steely resolve.

This photo provided by David Cifaldi shows Cifaldi while he was being treated Monday, July 20, 2026, at St. Vincent Regional Hospital in Billings, Mont.

This photo provided by David Cifaldi shows Cifaldi while he was being treated Monday, July 20, 2026, at St. Vincent Regional Hospital in Billings, Mont.Jessee Ross via AP

The 32-year-old, who harbors expertise as a nurse specializing in wound care at Billings, Montana’s hospital, conducted a thorough self-check. His spirits were intact; discomfort and bleeding were minimal, and, crucially, the pole was static. Equipped with a Garmin inReach, they coordinated a plan with local authorities through satellite communication, settling on a courageous self-rescue mission.

With determination, they commenced their descent. The trio traversed across unmarked paths, maneuvering cautiously over boulders and snow-laden fields, before finally beating a trail through the dense thickets to reach an established path, moving one step closer to safety.

After more than six hours in which they traveled about 10 miles (16 kilometers) and descended roughly 5,000 feet (1,500 meters), the group reached a trailhead where one of them, Cifaldi’s friend Jesse Ross, had parked a vehicle.

“The only reason it was possible at all was his confidence,” Ross recalled. “Who are we to say anything? He’s the medical person. Our job is just to support at that point.”

Cifaldi had long wanted to climb Granite Peak. At 12,800 feet (3,900 meters), Montana’s tallest mountain is prone to unpredictable weather including dangerous lightning storms and bitter cold. Hundreds of people annually try to reach the rocky summit; many come up short. In 2019, authorities said a 65-year-old Minnesota man who was an experienced climber fell about 150 feet (45 meters) to his death after reaching nearly the top of Granite Peak with his son.

As Cifaldi and his companions started hiking out, the pole awkwardly sticking out of his side, Stillwater County Search and Rescue team commander Ty Williams monitored the group’s progress via a dispatcher who took calls from the group.

The first call came in at 9:44 a.m. on July 20, right after Cifaldi impaled himself. At 1:30 p.m. the trio said they were getting closer to the trailhead and to let the nearest hospital know they were coming, Williams said.

“There was no danger to anybody else. He didn’t want our help and so we’re not going to essentially violate his rights or go against his wishes by forcing our help on him,” Williams said.

By about 3:30 p.m. the hikers were in Ross’ vehicle headed to the nearest clinic, Cifaldi said.

When they arrived, they were told Cifaldi needed more advanced treatment in Billings. So they got back in Ross’ truck and kept driving to the hospital where he works, St. Vincent Regional Hospital.

Doctors removed the pole, bandaged him up and Cifaldi was back at work this week.

“I think 99 times out of a hundred I would make the same decision,” Cifaldi said as he sat in Ross’ front yard in Billings. “Search and rescue coming to help you is free. The flight’s not. That was a factor in me deciding to self-rescue. But the fact that I had two experienced great friends with me and we had the ability to contact search and rescue if something went wrong made that a lot more of an easy decision.”

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