Big Snake | Snopes.com

 Posted on July 7, 2024  |  4 minutes  |  847 words  |  Tobi Tarwater

Fact Check Did Indonesian villagers capture a 49-foot, 985-pound python? Published Jan 7, 2004 ");}else if(is_tablet()){slot_number++;document.write(" Advertisment: ");} Claim:   Indonesian villagers captured a 49-foot, 983-pound python. Status:   False. Origins:   In late December 2003, several news agencies picked up a story about Indonesian villagers who had reportedly captured a python "officially" measured at nearly 49 feet (14.85 meters) long, tipping the scales at a whopping 983 pounds (447 kilograms), with a diameter of 2. [Read More]

The Real, Tragic Story Behind That Roof Korean Meme You May Have Seen

 Posted on July 7, 2024  |  14 minutes  |  2804 words  |  Patria Henriques

In the wake of the anti-racism protests across the country, you may have seen some pro-gun family and friends share articles and memes about “rooftop Koreans.” The dramatic pictures show Korean Americans taking up arms during the 1992 Los Angeles uprising, when riots and looting erupted after four white Los Angeles Police Department officers were acquitted in the brutal beating Black motorist Rodney King. “Just like ’92. Don’t mess with the #RooftopKoreans,” one man tweeted. [Read More]

U.S. Javelin Missile System Helping Ukraine Fight Off Russia

 Posted on July 7, 2024  |  3 minutes  |  566 words  |  Chauncey Koziol

Hundreds of tanks decimated. After Russia's army retreated from the suburbs of Kyiv, Ukrainian fighters are getting an up-close look at their scores won through pluck and leveraging of resources. The most celebrated of which, revered even, is the javelin anti-tank missile.  An artist dubbed "Saint Javelin" is the patron of Ukrainian resistance. Her image is helping to raise over a million dollars in merchandise sales, benefiting humanitarian aid.  To be sure, javelins, supplied by the U. [Read More]

Best cases for the Amazon Kindle Scribe 2024

 Posted on July 6, 2024  |  5 minutes  |  970 words  |  Chauncey Koziol

Whether you're taking notes on a good book or writing down ideas for an upcoming meeting, the massive 10.2-inch Kindle Scribe is a dream for those that prefer a pen to a keyboard. A proper case not only helps reduce accidental damage but can make your tablet more useful with kickstands and storage space for your stylus. We've rounded up all the best Kindle Scribe covers that you can get, so sit back and scroll on. [Read More]

Church and WFP build self-reliance, feed the hungry in Liberia

 Posted on July 6, 2024  |  4 minutes  |  673 words  |  Patria Henriques

Since last year, students in Careysburg, Liberia, have been receiving hot meals each day. Produce from the new school garden supplements the meals and helps children learn gardening skills. The food and garden — and a fuel-efficient stove given to Careysburg Elementary School — are part of a joint initiative between The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the World Food Programme in the West African nation. School enrollment has doubled since the initiative launched, said World Food Program USA President and CEO Barron Segar. [Read More]

Foreign-Born Fiance Risks Return If Couple Doesnt Wed in 90 Days

 Posted on July 6, 2024  |  4 minutes  |  645 words  |  Fernande Dalal

— -- Danny Frieshmuth and Amy Africa face high-stakes pressure to make their relationship work. The two have 90 days to get married or Africa faces a return to her native South Africa. “There’s so much pressure. There’s pressure of me trying to shape to this mold of his life, me trying to fit into a new family,” Africa told “Nightline.” They are just one of six couples featured on the TLC reality show “90 Day Fiancé,” which starts its second season this Sunday. [Read More]

I Know Who I Am by Israel and New Breed

 Posted on July 6, 2024  |  3 minutes  |  444 words  |  Patria Henriques

Chorus I know who I am I know who I am I know who I am I am Yours I am Yours I know who I am I know who I am I know who I am I am Yours I am Yours And You are mine Jesus You are mine You are mine Jesus You are mine Verse 1 I was running and You found me I was blinded and You gave me sight [Read More]

Is Pokmon Scarlet and Violet Connected To HOME

 Posted on July 6, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  376 words  |  Fernande Dalal

Recommended VideosGathering up favorite companions in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet is about more than just catching species lurking in the Paldea region. Fans also enjoy bringing partners from previous games forward via Pokémon HOME, the Nintendo Switch edition of the online storage system. HOME is critical in storing and moving Pokémon in modern games, much like Poké Bank on the Nintendo DS and 3DS. Players use it to store favorites before a restarting a game, keep track of Shiny catches, and to keep companions from previous generations until they can be transferred into the newest option for Pokémon adventures. [Read More]

Resonance of Fate (2010) - MobyGames

 Posted on July 6, 2024  |  2 minutes  |  338 words  |  Chauncey Koziol

Resonance of Fate is a role-playing game that takes place in the future when the Earth becomes too poisonous to live on and humanity moves to the machine-city of Basel. It is a city built high up to the sky upon a tower-like structure. The story of the game focuses on Vashyron, who is the leader of the PMF (Private Military Firm), as well as two other characters named Zephyr and Leanne, who join Vashyon's group and take on missions from the citizens of Basel. [Read More]

Trump Praises Gianforte for Physically Assaulting Reporter

 Posted on July 6, 2024  |  3 minutes  |  610 words  |  Tobi Tarwater

President Donald Trump on Thursday praised Montana Rep. Greg Gianforte for physically assaulting a reporter on the eve of a special election last year. Addressing a rally in Missoula on his third trip to Montana this year, Trump at first only alluded to the 2017 incident. “Never wrestle him,” he said after calling Gianforte onstage. But then the president went further.  “Any guy who can do a body slam — he’s my guy,” Trump said to loud cheers. [Read More]