Bullying is a very serious and widespread problem. It can have severe effects on a child or teen’s self-esteem and mental health.
Even worse, some bullies go even further and inflict physical damage on those they harass. Neo Hobbs, who is 16 years old, had been bullied for many months before it all came to a head on the 17th of January.
For a while, Neo was so horribly tormented that he became frightened of attending school daily. Read the full story here ▶
Prosecutors said the 26-year-old father, Brantly, was sentenced to 25 years in prison after he killed his newborn baby son.
During an interview with investigators, the dad reportedly said that he got mad, grabbed the child by his arms, shook him and threw him on the bed because his wife ‘just left him with the baby and he just snapped.’ Judge found the defendant guilty of abuse or neglect of a child resulting in death.
On December 15, 2020, the father called 911 and told the dispatcher that his newborn baby was not breathing. First responders rushed the child to the hospital. Read the full story here ▶
A Detroit mom frantically called 911 after her 8-month-old stopped breathing. Two EMT’s arrived in the vicinity of the residence, but they parked just under a mile short of the home, purposely not showing up to save the baby.
One responder refused to attend to the emergency, expressing a specific desire not to. The baby died as a result, while the medic sat in the car just a couple blocks away.
The child’s mother was desperate for help when she called, but when medics never showed, she took matters into her own hands and performed CPR on the baby, who was in cardiac arrest.
At some point, the child was revived but died at the hospital a short time later, once a separate ambulance showed up to do the job veteran medic Ann Marie Thomas told dispatchers she absolutely wouldn’t do.
According to WDIV, Thomas was sent to the scene, but she told the dispatcher she wasn’t going to do her job for no other reason than not wanting to perform CPR on the child. She blamed her insistence on it being too difficult to deal with the emotional family in distress, while having to potentially perform CPR on the infant for ten minutes.
The supervisor told Thomas, who was the lead paramedic on the call, “You’re going to have to make patient contact.”
She then told her boss, “I’m not about to be on no scene 10 minutes doing CPR, you know how these families get.”
Eventually, dispatchers got another ambulance to the home, but it was too late. The baby died the following morning, after arriving to the emergency room.
Although it’s unclear what Thomas meant by “how these families get,” there is a good chance she was referring to the type of families that live in the Detroit neighborhood she was called to. But as a veteran medic, she’s not new to the department, and certainly not Detroit, and if the citizens there made her feel uncomfortable, why wouldn’t she choose to work in a different city or state?
Luckily, she may never get the choice of this type of employment again for any area, as she was terminated from the Detroit Fire Department as a result of her refusal to follow through on an urgent call.
Her personal issues with a certain type of people and their potential behavior in a dramatic situation is what likely caused the baby to pay the ultimate price. Thomas had one job to do and so did her partner, who also acted as a coward and should face discipline for their negligence as well. Don’t pursue a career that means life or death for people who rely on you, if you aren’t prepared to show up for what you signed on to do.
Mirranda Grace Lawson, a tiny toddler who passed away, six months after choking on a popcorn kernel.
Her death was a tragic accident, but now her parents are hoping to share their story with other families, and help raise awareness about the surprising choking hazards that surround us every day.
For little Mirranda, a single popcorn kernel took away her whole future, and her parents don’t want any other families to experience that heartbreak. Read the full story here ▶
To our parents, we will always be the most beautiful children in the world. And this most often is true regardless of what the rest of the world says. Sarah and Chris were no different.
The young parents stood firmly by their son like a rock when people gave him disgusted stares. Not just that, they treated this opportunity as a blessing to spread awareness about the condition their son, Brody, was born with.
When the lovely couple went for their 24-week ultrasound they learned that there was something unusual with their baby. Their baby had a bilateral cleft lip and palate. Read the full story here ▶
During a sleepover in the Bronx, New York a girl poured boiling water on the face and chest of another girl.
Jamoneisha Merritt, 11, had gone over to a friend’s house for a sleepover and got into an argument with another girl. The boiling water caused second-degree burns to Jamoneisha’s shoulders and face.
Jamoneisha was rushed to the hospital, and the 12-year-old girl who doused her with the water has been charged with assault. According to reports, Jamoneisha had been sleeping when the water was poured on her upper body. Read the full story here ▶
The unfortunate mother, Shanon, and her loving family came upon some bad luck and found themselves out of a home and living in the woods out of their van.
Per reports, the family had nothing left and had to struggle to survive day after day. Because the struggling family did not have a home of their own after falling upon hard times, the mother and her children would sometimes camp out behind a local Walmart location.
They’d hide in the woods behind the store and make a camp for the night. The family would beg for food and look for leftovers wherever they could and would take turns sleeping on the hard ground and inside the family van. Read the full story here ▶
A family living in a Hartford, Connecticut kept hearing footsteps in the space above them, where nobody was supposed to be.
When water began leaking down after days of hearing surprising pitter-patter, the neighbor went to investigate. That’s when they walked into a sickening scene and cops came running.
The neighbors described the steps as sounding like a small child’s, but they never heard anyone else walking around, other than what they assumed was a lone toddler. Read the full story here ▶
Bruce Springsteen’s Enduring Charm and Tour Highlights
Bruce Springsteen, affectionately known as “the Boss,” has seen a significant resurgence in popularity. This began with his acclaimed Broadway show in 2017, later turned into a Netflix documentary, and has continued into 2021 with his tour across the U.S. alongside the legendary E Street Band.
Tour Success Amidst Ticket Pricing Controversies
Despite concerns over high ticket prices, largely attributed to Ticketmaster’s pricing algorithms—a common challenge for popular artists—Springsteen’s tour has received glowing reviews. Fans, though frustrated by the cost, continue to express deep admiration for Springsteen.
A Special Moment on Stage: A Testament to Springsteen’s Legacy
In 2012, Springsteen invited a young girl to sing on stage, a practice he often used in his “Waitin’ on a Sunny Day” performances, showcasing his belief in humanity’s future.
Fans Reflect on Springsteen’s Generosity
Comments from fans like 42awww celebrate these interactions, noting the lifetime significance of such moments. Others echo sentiments about Springsteen’s generosity, which makes the issue of ticket prices even more poignant for fans.
The Bittersweet Closure of Backstreets
The fanzine Backstreets, a 43-year staple for Springsteen’s followers, announced its closure, citing the Ticketmaster monopoly as a key reason. They emphasize that their decision isn’t a reflection on Springsteen but rather on the broader issues within the ticketing industry.
Springsteen’s Legacy: Beyond the Music
Despite these challenges, Springsteen’s performances continue to captivate audiences, showcasing his extraordinary talent and his commitment to his fans.
Discover the magic of Springsteen’s performances and witness his heartfelt connection with fans in the video below.
We are a very a very materialistic society. We want the best clothes, the fastest cars, and the latest technology.
Amanda Mary Perez, a home nurse in Pennsylvania, is no different. She was at a patient’s home recently when he asked her if she could clean out his fridge.
She opened the door to find that it was empty. The man had no food. She asked him who buys his food. The man looked down and said that he buys his own food – when he has the money. Read the full story here ▶