Madonna’s ‘closest human’ brother Christopher Ciccone dies after cancer battle

A former pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship, Paul Havsgaard, is accused of sexually abusing and trafficking numerous children at a shelter he operated in Romania. Lawsuits filed by two Romanian men claim he lured children with promises of food and education, subjected them to abuse, and involved older boys in sex work, while the church allegedly ignored reports of misconduct. Want More Context? 🔎

Two men, Alexander Myers and Paul Robertson, were sentenced for operating an unlicensed dog fertility clinic in a shed in Gorebridge, Scotland, leading to the suffering and euthanasia of several dogs due to poor conditions and lack of veterinary care. The Scottish SPCA highlighted the urgent need for regulation of such clinics, emphasizing the risks to animal welfare and calling for stricter oversight. Want More Context? 🔎

At least 19 people have died from Naegleria fowleri infections in Kerala, India, with cases of primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM) rising to 61 this year, a 70% increase from 2024. Health officials attribute the surge to climate change, urging precautions when swimming in warm freshwater to prevent the rare but fatal brain infection. Want More Context? 🔎

A South Korean court ruled that online insults directed at PLAVE, a virtual K-pop group made up of digital avatars, can be considered defamation. The court found that derogatory remarks about the avatars also targeted the real individuals behind them, leading to a judgment in favor of the band, which has taken legal action against those revealing their true identities. Want More Context? 🔎

Police have launched a murder investigation following the death of 43-year-old Michael Edwards, who succumbed to injuries sustained during an assault in south London. Lewis Macleod, 36, has been charged with grievous bodily harm and appeared in court, while the case is under review by the Crown Prosecution Service as investigators seek to clarify the circumstances surrounding Edwards' tragic death. Want More Context? 🔎

A man in his 30s died after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Universal Epic Universe in Orlando, Florida, on Wednesday, becoming unresponsive shortly after the ride. Universal expressed condolences and is cooperating with an ongoing investigation, while the ride has since been closed pending further inquiries. Want More Context? 🔎