Steve Irwin’s Son Robert ‘Canceled’ As ‘Disturbing’ Clip Goes Viral

Steve Irwin’s Son Robert ‘Canceled’ As ‘Disturbing’ Clip Goes Viral

People are taking to social media and saying Robert Irwin has been 'canceled' after a 'disturbing' clip of him has gone viral.

With legendary conservationist Steve Irwin and equally passionate Terri Irwin as parents, Robert was destined to inherit his family’s profound love for nature and its creatures.

But now, the 20-year-old faces a serious backlash after a clip of him has circulated online.

Robert Irwin
Robert Irwin is passionate about wildlife and its creatures just like his parents. Credit: @robertirwinphotography/Instagram

From the very beginning, Robert’s life has been intertwined with wildlife.

He’s been surrounded by creatures great and small since childhood, having grown up at Australia Zoo.

Robert’s journey into the public eye also began early, with him appearing alongside his parents on various television shows.

Sadly, at the tender age of nine, Robert lost his father in a tragic accident.

Since his dad’s passing, Robert and his family have vowed to honor Steve’s legacy by continuing his mission of wildlife conservation.

The 20-year-old has become a prominent figure – he hosts wildlife documentaries and appears on talk shows to raise awareness about environmental issues.

But now, a ‘disturbing’ clip of Robert has caused the internet to turn on him.

 

Robert Irwin
Robert Irwin has become a prominent figure as he continues his father’s legacy. Credit: Discovery Channel

Following a recent incident at the Irwin family’s Australia Zoo in Beerwah, Queensland, social media is abuzz with calls to ‘cancel’ Robert.

The conservationist appeared on Today alongside his mother to promote the zoo’s reopening and the fourth season of their docuseries Crikey! It’s the Irwins.

Footage of Robert with Casper, one of the zoo’s crocodiles, is shown.

It’s led some people to condemn the zoo’s practices and call for an end to wildlife captivity. Meanwhile, others have voiced concerns over the safety of such interactions, questioning the ethics behind putting humans and animals at risk for entertainment, as reported by Daily Mail.

Robert Irwin and crocodile.
People have questioned the ethics of putting humans and animals at risk for entertainment. Credit: Discovery Channel

One person writes: “Zoos should never exist, wild animals shouldn’t be held captive for the amusement of humans.”

Another viewer questions: “When will they learn? This is sad. For a show, was it worth it?”

“This is just wrong. Make Robert STOP!!!” fumes somebody else.

A fourth person comments: “He shouldn’t be allowed to do it.”

However, other commenters have come out in support of Robert, with one writing: “People need to chill out and leave this guy alone, do people realize the croc has gone through this routine hundreds of times and it’s not been a problem before?”

Another person remarks: “It’s funny how the internet says cancel but yet his zoo is still running, they still have a website to visit and I’m sure they still have videos on YouTube to watch. Sounds a lot like y’all trying to cancel, but failing.”

Robert Irwin and crocodile.
Footage of Robert Irwin with a crocodile has sparked a debate. Credit: Discovery Channel

The footage that has sparked a backlash on social media shows Robert narrowly escaping a charging Casper.

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‘Stumped’ woman desperate for answers as she can’t work out what cookie cutter actually is

‘Stumped’ woman desperate for answers as she can’t work out what cookie cutter actually is

‘Stumped’ woman desperate for answers as she can’t work out what cookie cutter actually is

‘Stumped’ woman desperate for answers as she can’t work out what cookie cutter actually is

Can you guess what it’s supposed to be?

Christmas is nearly here, and that means that we’ve all been scrambling to find our old mismatched themed baking stuff, or we’ve bought some news ones.

However, one woman who decided on the latter has come across a head scratcher as she cannot figure out what she’s supposed to have bought.

When you get a pack of cookie cutters, there’s normally either a description of what it’s supposed to be, or an image on the front of the package – and if it’s seasonal, then it’ll say so.

But no matter how hard she tries, she can’t work out what it’s supposed to be.

It's that time of year to crack out the Christmas cookies (Getty stock images)

It’s that time of year to crack out the Christmas cookies (Getty stock images)

Is it a snowy row of houses? A strange shape that’s supposed to be coloured in to form a picture of some sort?

Who can say – but Reddit has decided to figure it out regardless.

Posting in the r/whatismycookiecutter subreddit, the baffled baker wrote: “This is driving me nuts. It’s from a Christmas set but I’m stumped.”

Before we get into what other people think it could, what do you think?

Well, whatever it is, it can’t be as wacky as some of the responses in the comments.

Reddit suggestions were hilarious (Reddit/RbbyAick)

Reddit suggestions were hilarious (Reddit/RbbyAick)

Some decided to take the more visual approach and simply fill in what they thought it could be – which ranged from ‘Barney the Xmas Crack Head’ to what looks like an odd-shaped Homer Simpson.

Others were more in line with the Christmas theme, however, as another guessed: “Any chance it fits together with another from the set, like a puzzle piece?”

A third said: “Could make it a house/ cabin with snow on the roof and ground?”

Ultimately, the general consensus is that it’s supposed to be Christmas presents and possibly a stocking of some sort attached to the end.

One Reddit user said: “Presents and one weird Christmas stocking?”

To which someone else replied: “I’m convinced this is the correct answer,” while another commented: “Yes I think it’s a pile of Christmas presents too.”

If not that, then what else could it be?

A user theorised that it was simply bent and needed to be straightened out, writing: “Could it be bent? If you flip it over and straighten out the bottom I could be convinced it’s like this slice of pie?”

To be honest, that’s not a bad shout.

Ultimately, someone summed it up as: “This sub is the most simultaneously interesting and frustrating place on this site. Which is to say.. I have no clue.”

Another possibility could be that it had a mishap when being made – which if you are curious about, a video has revealed how a small, family-run cookie cutter business makes their products, and it’s fascinating.

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Man Scratched To Death By His Pet Cat

Man Scratched To Death By His Pet Cat

55-year-old Dmitry Ukhin was scratched to death by his pet cat in the Kirishi district of Russia's Leningrad region. Find out more here...

The pet owner is said to have been scratched on the leg by his cat after finding the feline and bringing it home.

Dmitry’s wife, Natalya, was not home at the time of the incident.

Dmitry Ukhin
Dmitry Ukhin tragically died after being scratched by his pet cat. Credit: Dmitry Ukhin via Facebook

Dmitry contacted a neighbor after realizing the seriousness of his condition, informing them his life was in danger.

A police source shared with local media that Dmitry called emergency services at around 11 p.m.

When medical responders arrived at the scene, they reportedly found the 55-year-old had already passed away.

The police source said: “Around 11 p.m., a man called 112 to report that his friend was bleeding from his leg due to a torn vein.

“The doctors who arrived only confirmed the man’s death, which the police received a telephone message about.”

The unnamed neighbor who provided first aid to Dmitry claims the medical team took a long time to arrive. Natalya confirmed this information to local media, reports the Mirror.

She also described the cat, Styopka, as a generally harmless and kind animal that enjoyed wandering outdoors.

Dmitry Ukhin
Dmitry Ukhin’s wife Natalya described the cat as generally harmless and kind. Credit: Dmitry Ukhin via Facebook

Dmitry reportedly suffered from diabetes and a blood clotting disorder, which rendered him particularly vulnerable to excessive bleeding.

Blood.co.uk says: “Blood clotting, also called coagulation, is an important process that reduces bleeding when we are injured. It happens whenever a blood vessel is damaged, whether the injury is a scratch on the skin or something more serious.

“Injury triggers a reaction in the blood vessel and activates platelets (specialized blood cell fragments) and clotting factors (specific proteins) in the blood, which work together to slow and stop the bleeding. A clot is formed over the damaged area, which the body will naturally dissolve when the injury has healed.”

The fate of Styopka remains unclear as local authorities conduct further investigations into the case.

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Who Kim Kardashian's ‘new boyfriend’ is after fans left baffled over one detail

Who Kim Kardashian’s ‘new boyfriend’ is after fans left baffled over one detail

Who Kim Kardashian's ‘new boyfriend’ is after fans left baffled over one detail

Who Kim Kardashian’s ‘new boyfriend’ is after fans left baffled over one detail

An insider has revealed why the Skims founder’s new flame ‘isn’t in the public eye’

Fans of Kim Kardashian have been sent into overdrive after reports of a new alleged ‘new boyfriend’ have come to the surface.

According to an insider, the 44-year-old reality TV star has reportedly ‘started dating someone new’ and is ‘keeping it very under wraps’.

The privacy around her supposed new beau clearly surprised fans, given that the ins and outs of her and the whole Kar-Jen family’s life has been in the public eye for years now.

“She’s said the next person she dates will be someone who isn’t famous,” the insider told Us Weekly, who also added that the Skims founder – who reportedly split with American footballer Odell Beckham Jr eight months back – became ’empowered’ by ‘staying single for so long’.

Fans were clearly baffled by the new reports, however, with one writing: “What do you mean she’s keeping it private?? Her whole life is literally on TV!”

A second then echoed: “If it’s being kept private, how come we know about it then? It can’t be that private.”

“Why not just go date someone and keep it private? We don’t need to know you want to keep it private,” piped up a third.

But, who is this alleged new flame and what do we know about him so far?

Kim Kardashian is reportedly dating a real estate investor who 'isn't in the public eye' (Instagram/@kimkardashian)

Kim Kardashian is reportedly dating a real estate investor who ‘isn’t in the public eye’ (Instagram/@kimkardashian)

Well, according to Page Six, Kim is now seeing a real estate investor who ‘isn’t in the public eye’.

While she isn’t yet in a ‘committed relationship’, the source did confirm she is dating ‘somebody new’, the publication further reports.

“[Kardashian] is dating a few people at the moment,” the insider went on to claim, before revealing where Kim met this mystery man.

“She met the entrepreneur through mutual friends.”

According to the outlet’s source, the investor is ‘not the first person she’s dated since her split from Odell’.

Since the split, they claimed that Kim’s friends and sisters ‘have tried setting her up’ with people in their inner circle.

An insider revealed Kim's romance with the real estate investor is 'nothing serious' right now (Instagram/@kimkardashian)

An insider revealed Kim’s romance with the real estate investor is ‘nothing serious’ right now (Instagram/@kimkardashian)

“She’s been on a few dates here and there,” they continued, explaining that her relationship with the real estate investor is ‘nothing serious’ at this current point in time.

With that said though, Kim is apparently still ‘hesitant to reveal too much information about him because that has backfired in the past’.

Sharing their verdicts on the star’s new approach to dating, the insider rounded off: “It’s not that she’s against dating somebody famous, but this person isn’t in the public eye and she wants to respect their privacy.

“Things aren’t that serious so she’s keeping her options available but she’s open to seeing where things go.”

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Netflix Fans Brand ‘Brutal’ Film Based On True Story An Absolute ‘Must-Watch’

Netflix Fans Brand ‘Brutal’ Film Based On True Story An Absolute ‘Must-Watch’

 

A brand new film based on a true story has dropped on Netflix and fans say it’s a ‘must-watch.’

One viewer pens: “Must-watch cinema.”

Another adds: “What a hard-hitting movie.”

“What a masterpiece! Loved it,” shares a third.

Somebody else writes: “Tears after watching the full movie.”

The Goat Life (2024).
The ‘brutal’ title has been branded a ‘must-watch’ by viewers. Credit: Prithviraj Productions

It’s also receiving acclaim from critics and has been described as a ‘cinematic portrayal of brutal struggle.’

Joanne Laurier wrote for the World Socialist Web Site: “The filmmakers in this case have confronted an immense injustice and tragedy of our time head-on and deserve full credit.”

Film Companion‘s Anupama Chopra said: “There is such ambition and artistry in it.”

“The movie doesn’t just focus on the physical survival but also on emotional journey, resilience, and adaptation,” commended Sunandhini Radhakrishnan in Random Whys.

The film has also scored an impressive Rotten Tomatoes score of 88% and 7.1/10 on IMDb.

The Goat Life (2024).
The film is an adaption of a best-selling 2008 novel. Credit: Prithviraj Productions

Directed by Blessy, the well-received title stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, an Indian actor, producer, and director who primarily works in Malayalam cinema.

It’s an adaptation of Benyamin’s best-selling 2008 novel ‘Aadujeevitham,’ based on the real-life story of Najeeb Muhammed (played by Sukumaran), a Malayali immigrant laborer in the Gulf.

The film’s synopsis reads: “Indian migrant worker Najeeb Muhammed goes to Saudi Arabia to earn money to send back home, but he finds himself living a slave-like existence herding goats in the middle of the desert.”

The director said: “I knew all the events in the story. That was how much people were talking about it, especially in the film industry. Even then, it blew me away.

“A standout feature of this story is this diffusion of identities between man and animal – this one man slowly losing his identity as a species, as a human, and becoming one among the animals. I had never read anything like it.”

The Goat Life (2024).
The survival drama found itself in development hell. Credit: Prithviraj Productions

But making the survival drama wasn’t smooth sailing as budget constraints prevented the title from progressing and it eventually found itself in development hell.

Development hell, also known as development purgatory and development limbo, is media and software jargon that summarizes a project that remains in the early stages of development for a long period due to legal, technical, or artistic challenges.

Many of these projects are abandoned by the involved parties and are never produced.

Yet miraculously, The Goat Life was an exception to this fate.

The Goat Life (2024).
The Goat life is one of the highest-grossing Indian films of 2024. Credit: Prithviraj Productions

Although the film’s crew faced setbacks due to COVID-19 and became stranded in Jordan for 70 days, the title was eventually released worldwide on March 28, 2024.

Alongside positive reviews from critics, The Goat Life is now the third highest-grossing Malayalam film of all time and one of the highest-grossing Indian films of 2024.

The film, which has sparked outrage for its depiction of the Saudi Arabian labor system, was initially banned in GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) countries apart from UAE, however, this ban was subsequently lifted in all countries apart from Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. The novel was previously banned in the same countries.

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Late Actor Wished For Dog To Be Put Down And Buried Beside Him But Family Refused

Late Actor Wished For Dog To Be Put Down And Buried Beside Him But Family Refused

 

A late actor requested for his dog to be put down and buried with him but his family denied the wish.

Alian Delon was a French actor, producer, screenwriter, singer, and businessman considered a cinematic leading man of the 20th century and an international s** symbol.

He died in August 2024 at age 88, with his family releasing a statement that read: “Alain Fabien, Anouchka, Anthony, and (his dog) Loubo are deeply saddened to announce the passing of their father. He passed away peacefully in his home in Douchy, surrounded by his three children and his family.”

While many took to social media and paid tribute to the legendary actor, others shared their disapproval of his final request.

Delon wished for his 10-year-old dog to be buried by his side.

Alain Delon in The Swimming Pool.
Alain Delon was a legendary French actor. Credit: Embassy Pictures

The French actor was a devoted animal lover throughout life but had an especially strong bond with Loubo, his Belgian Malinois.

In a 2018 interview with Paper Match, he was quoted as saying (per the BBC): “I’ve had 50 dogs in my life, but I have a special relationship with this one.”

He added: “If I die before him, I’ll ask the vet to take us away together. He’ll put him to sleep in my arms.

“I would rather that than knowing that he would let himself die on my grave with so much suffering.”

No law in France prohibits pet owners from putting down their pets.

It’s believed at least 35 of Delon’s dogs have been buried in the chapel of his cemetery on the grounds of his home, La Brûlerie.

Alain Delon's dog Loubo.
Animal rights organizations shared their concern for Alain Delon’s dog. Credit: @anouchkadelon/Instagram

Following Delon’s death, animal welfare organizations were concerned at the prospect of the healthy animal being put down.

The SPA, a French association that fights against animal cruelty and abandoning, said it would be ‘happy to take his dog and find it a family.’

SPA President Guillaume Sanchez told The Associated Press: “Our phone lines were saturated.”

When the alarm about Loubo’s fate was raised, an official for the Brigitte Bardot Foundation – a prominent animal rights group – contacted Delon’s family.

The official said: “They said the question was not even raised, and they would let the dog live. They said he has a home in Douchy and will live there.”

They added that Delon was a longtime ‘friend of the foundation’ and had helped raise money for its cause.

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Owner of the Mooroopna house where a little boy was found dead in a car boot breaks her silence - as she reveals tragic new details about the 'freak accident'

Owner of the Mooroopna house where a little boy was found dead in a car boot breaks her silence – as she reveals tragic new details about the ‘freak accident’

The Gange Street home remained littered with children's play equipment on Monday

A little boy found dead in the boot of a car in regional Victoria had been attending a traditional Christmas catch-up with his family at a friend’s house.

The 10-year-old is understood to have taken the keys and climbed into the boot of the car parked on Gange Street at Mooroopna, 180km north of Melbourne, at 3.30pm on Sunday.

The owner of that house, who did not wish to be named, told Daily Mail Australia her family had routinely gathered with her friend’s family at her home.

On Monday, the Gange Street property continued to resemble a children’s playground, with swings, slides and a cubby house among a treasure trove of play equipment visible in the front yard.

Two toddlers continued to play in the yard where just a day earlier their little mate met his tragic demise.

The woman said her friend was too distraught to speak about what had happened and had asked to be left alone.

She refused to speculate if the boy became stuck in the boot while playing hide and seek with her children.

‘Yeah, well, it’s not something I can talk about. She’s told me to say nothing,’ the woman said.

‘I’m trying to respect her. It was just a tragic accident. It’s just horrible.’

Although gagged from speaking, the woman said it was important for people to know that her friend had done nothing wrong.

‘If it was my child I would talk. I would tell you what I know because I would hate for anyone to ever think the worst of someone who does their best for their child,’ she said.

‘It was a freak accident. It was the worst … the weather didn’t help.’

Temperatures soared to 35C in the region on Sunday and hit 40C on Monday.

Victoria Police has confirmed the incident is not being treated as anything more than a tragic accident, with a report to be prepared for the Coroner.

The woman said she would now be forever tormented by the once idyllic view of her children’s playground.

‘This is my home. It happened here and now I have to see this horrible scene everyday in my head, that’s the worst part,’ she said.

The woman said it was not uncommon for her friend to visit her at her home on weekends.

‘It’s what we always do,’ she said.

It is understood the child’s mother had been resting when she later discovered her keys were missing.

She went to the car and discovered the child had died from a cardiac arrest after he became trapped for a ‘few hours’, the Herald Sun reported.

The boy had enjoyed a keen interest in cars.

A resident said they heard screams coming from down the street and went to rush to help.

‘Don’t go over there,’ another neighbour told them.

A second resident said they had been told the boy had been in the boot for a ‘few hours’.

Another local described the scene as ‘very sad’.

‘Kids in cars is not a good mix,’ they said.

An Ambulance Victoria spokesman said the child likely died from a cardiac event.

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Suspect in unsolved murder has finally been captured after TikTok video helped crack the case

Suspect in unsolved murder has finally been captured after TikTok video helped crack the case

Suspect in unsolved murder has finally been captured after TikTok video helped crack the case

Benjamin Williams has been charged with first-degree murder concerning the killing three years ago

Warning: This article contains discussion of domestic violence and child abuse which some readers may find distressing.

A suspect in a three-year-old murder case has been caught with the help of a TikTok video which featured his picture.

Benjamin Robert “Bambi” Williams was arrested by US Marshals in Mexico City earlier this month in connection with the death of Joana Peca in St. Petersburg, Florida on July 31, 2021.

Joana had been holding her four-month-old baby boy in her arms in the driver’s seat of her parked van when she was allegedly approached by her ex-boyfriend, Williams, at a cemetery.

Williams was the father of the four-month-old, police said. Joana’s older son, who was four years old at the time, was sat in the backseat of the van.

The children’s presence did not stop the shooter, and Joana was shot in the face and killed.

Later, Joana’s mom, Eleni Peca told interviewers that the four-year-old had described trying to ‘clean blood’ off his mom’s face.

“She had a lot of blood coming out and I couldn’t help my mommy,” the young boy had said.

Williams vanished after Joana was shot, and years went by with no sign of the suspect. However, that changed after a TikTok user in Mexico saw a video about the case on November 27.

Joana Peca was killed while holding her child (St. Petersburg Police Department)

Joana Peca was killed while holding her child (St. Petersburg Police Department)

The video had been posted by true-crime TikToker, Jasmeen Alexander, 10 days after the shooting initially took place, and featured news coverage of the killing from the time as well as photo of Williams. It detailed the search for the suspect, and received hundreds of shares on the platform.

Despite being three years old, the user in Mexico found the video last month and recognized Williams, who had been living under a fake name.

They tipped off the US Embassy and Crime Stoppers to his whereabouts, saying he was living in Mexico City.

Following the tip, Williams was arrested and extradited to the US.

TikToker Jasmeen spoke out after news of Williams’ arrest, according to CNN, saying: “When it comes to social media, your video can hit at any point of time.

“My heart goes out to these kids, and my heart goes out to her (Peca’s) mother, because she’s been trying to get justice since 2021. I’m hoping this (arrest) can bring some kind of closure to the family.”

Jasmeen Alexander shared the TikTok video on the case (WPLG Local 10)

Jasmeen Alexander shared the TikTok video on the case (WPLG Local 10)

Police have alleged Williams persuaded Joana to meet him at the cemetery so he could see his son, and that upon arrival he walked up to the car and shot several times.

Williams, now 41, has been charged with first-degree murder and two counts of child abuse and is being held without bond in the Pinellas County Jail.

Joana’s mother, who now has custody of her two grandchildren, described feeling a ‘combination of happiness and pain’ after hearing of his arrest.

“Benjamin Williams decided to take the life of my only child in front of those kids,” Peca told reporters. “Benjamin Williams’ freedom is over.”

If you are experiencing domestic violence, please know that you are not alone. You can talk in confidence 24 hours a day to the national domestic violence helpline on 1.800.799.SAFE (7233) 24/7. You can find a list of local resources here.

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Chris Rock leaves SNL viewers shocked with savage five-word response on UnitedHealthcare CEO's assassination

Chris Rock leaves SNL viewers shocked with savage five-word response on UnitedHealthcare CEO’s assassination

Chris Rock leaves SNL viewers shocked with savage five-word response on UnitedHealthcare CEO's assassination

Chris Rock has likened the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson to that of a drug hit.

The comedian shocked Saturday Night Live viewers as he quipped about trending news – opening up with a dig at Diddy, real name Sean Combs, who awaits trial having been charged with racketeering and sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion.

A 14-page federal indictment accuses the rapper of organizing events known as ‘freak offs’, while during a raid on one of the rapper’s properties earlier this year, prosecutors claimed that Homeland Security found 1,000 bottles of baby oil and lube at his home.

“It’s so hard just getting in the building tonight, so much security. My God, my God, I had to walk by a bunch of baby oil sniffing dogs. It was insane!” joked the comedian.

He then went on to talk about Luigi Mangione, the suspected gunman prosecutors allege killed healthcare boss Thompson in cold blood while he walked the streets of New York City on December 4.

Brian Thompson was shot dead from behind while walking to an insurance conference in New York at 6.46am on December 4 (United Healthcare Group)

Brian Thompson was shot dead from behind while walking to an insurance conference in New York at 6.46am on December 4 (United Healthcare Group)

Mangione was taken into custody in Altoona, Pennsylvania, on gun charges, but was later charged by New York investigators with murder, possession of a loaded firearm, possession of a forged instrument, and criminal possession of a weapon.

Rock continued: “Everybody’s worried, everybody’s worried. I mean, we got Luigi. We got Luigi you know, and that’s good.

“I really feel sorry for the for the family. I mean, everybody’s fixated on how good looking this guy looks – if he look like Jonah Hill no one would care. They’d already have given him the chair already… he’d be dead.

“Okay, but he actually killed a man. A man? A man with a family. A man with kids, man. I mean, I have condolences. I have real condolences for, you know, the healthcare CEO. I mean, this is a real person, you know?”

The 59-year-old went on: “But you also got to go. You know, sometimes drug dealers get shot. Alright? I mean, you’ve seen The Wire, right?”

Luigi Mangione was arrested in Pennsylvania and charged with the murder of Thompson. He has entered a plea of not guilty (Pennsylvania Department of Corrections)

Luigi Mangione was arrested in Pennsylvania and charged with the murder of Thompson. He has entered a plea of not guilty (Pennsylvania Department of Corrections)

Yes, he actually gave that five-word response – ‘sometimes drug dealers get shot’, pretty savage, and the comedian’s set left viewers in the audience and at home gasping… although some apparently agreed with him.

Taking to Reddit one user wrote: “LOL. That CEO was more like a drug stealer. Denying people drugs they paid to receive, and Chris Rock is right. If you steal money that people gave you to cover the cost of drugs … your kneecaps are going to be…. Well … Nevermind.”

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9 Everyday Habits It’s Better Get Rid of as Soon as Possible

9 Everyday Habits It’s Better Get Rid of as Soon as Possible

There’s a common belief that it takes 21 days for a habit to form. But scientists have proven that an average of 66 days is necessary in order to turn an action into something that you do without having to think about it. And getting rid of a habit that’s already been formed could take much longer. But it’s definitely worth considering which of your habits are healthy and which may be harmful.

We at Bright Side found out about a few common habits which would be better left in the past. Don’t worry if you recognize some of the things mentioned below. Just remember — any bad habit can be replaced with a healthier one.Bl

9. Don’t put your feet up on the dashboard.

Passengers like to sit however they’re most comfortable. In many movies, the coolest characters are often filmed sitting in the front seat of the car with their feet up on the dashboard.

The reality is that this position is very dangerous. Apart from this being a horrible position to be in during a car accident, there is also a lesser evil to be aware of — braking. Keeping your feet up at face level means that your face will hit your knees if the car suddenly brakes or stops. The collision of your jaw and your knees can lead to bone fractures and an extremely long and difficult recovery period.

This is why it’s better to forget about this habit and to get comfortable sitting with your back up against the seat, your knees bent in front of you, and your seatbelt across your chest.

8. Don’t hang wet towels on hooks, and don’t gather the shower curtain to one side.

It’s almost an involuntary movement to open up the shower curtain after a shower, dry off, and hang up your wet towel. Unfortunately, this is quite an unsanitary habit. Bacteria can easily multiply in the wet creases of the towel and mold can grow in the folds of the gathered-up shower curtain.

This is why it’s better to let your wet towels dry unfolded and to stretch out your shower curtain until it dries.

7. Don’t drink coffee on an empty stomach.

Many of us start our day by going to the kitchen and making a cup of coffee before we get to anything else. This is a very common habit throughout the entire world. There’s just one problem — most of us drink a cup of coffee on an empty stomach. Despite the fact that coffee has its benefits, it does have some downsides as well. One of them is that if you drink coffee on an empty stomach, it can cause heartburn and digestion problems.

When you are hungry and think about food, your stomach starts releasing gastric acid. When you drink coffee, it has the same effect on your stomach, except that solid food doesn’t follow. This leads to the release of too much gastric acid which can damage the stomach lining.

Specialists recommend drinking coffee only after eating breakfast or in the middle of the day.

6. Don’t eat popcorn.

Who doesn’t love a big bucket of salty and savory popcorn in front of the big screen? It’s a long-standing tradition to buy soda and some popcorn and watch a movie. But it’s actually quite a harmful habit. The good news is, that it’s not that difficult to quit.

Dentists say that popcorn can damage your teeth. Small particles of popcorn get stuck between your teeth, and they’re very hard to get rid of, even with regular care. Another thing to consider is that movie theater popcorn is very high in fat. Try not ordering popcorn the next time you go to the movies and you may be surprised to notice that a movie without popcorn is just as enjoyable.

5. Don’t leave a bottle of water in the car.

If you’re a car owner, there is a very high probability that you keep a bottle of water inside your car. Whether you hold on to the water bottle for the sake of emergencies or just because you’re trying to increase your water intake, keep in mind that this is a rather dangerous habit — especially in the summer.

The problem is that the water in the bottle acts as a lens and if sunlight reaches it, especially if the bottle is on a dark surface, it can start a fireThe possibility is pretty small, but it still exists. If you don’t want to be a rare case of fire caused by water, take your water bottle with you next time.

4. Don’t pop pimples.

Anyone who has ever had a breakout knows the rule: do not pop a pimple.

A pimple emerges when a pore is clogged with excess oil. That’s when the inflammation process begins. If a body is healthy, it sends white blood cells to fight harmful bacteria. That is why this part of the skin turns red. When you pop a pimple, the sides of the pore get damaged. As a result, it becomes even more susceptible to bacteria. Besides, when popping pimples, you risk getting the wound infected if your hands are dirty.

If you are worried about your skin condition, visit a dermatologist. If you almost never break out, use some special topical ointment to zap the zit away.

3. Don’t take photos of everything on your phone.

This piece of advice may sound quite strange now that we use our phones for almost everything we do — especially when it comes to taking photos. However, the results of the study of Linda Henkel from Fairfield University have ascertained that trying to capture everything on your camera will actually make you miss a lot of important details.

The problem is that when you take a photo, your attention is focused on the photo itself instead of what you are shooting. As a result, you will have a memorable photo or a video but your real impressions will be quite dull.

During the experiment, undergraduate students were told to take a stroll around a museum and take notes or photos of objects they liked. The next day, their memory of these objects was tested.

2. Don’t take vitamins with biologically active additives.

Many people think that vitamin C can keep their immune from catching a cold or that biologically active additives (BAAs) can fully replace a professional treatment plan. While this is not entirely truth, the FDA believes that some foods and dietary supplements can actually help with preventing people from getting sick.

If you have a balanced diet, it’s pointless for you to also take vitamins since you already receive the necessary quantity of them from your food. Additional vitamins are recommended for people with a vitamin deficiency.

Biologically active additives are used as a source of active substances if your body lacks them. Of course, it’s good that we restore the balance of the substances we are lacking, but you should understand that BAAs are not medicine.

1. Don’t put a charging phone under a pillow.

A charging phone under a pillow can result in a fire. The problem is that a charging phone can get hot. Despite the fact that newer cell phone models have improved, there are still smartphones with batteries that can significantly increase the overall temperature. This means that the device or the charger cord can catch fire. If the charging phone is under your pillow, you risk getting hurt.

Newton NH Fire Department warns everyone who cares for their safety to never put a charging phone under a pillow.

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