Killer whale dies
An 18-year-old killer whale, called Unna, dies in San Antonio Sea World, of a resistant strain of the Candida fungus. Umma is the third whale to die at the location in the past six months.
While there were some indications that the treatment was having a positive effect, Unna had remained in serious condition and under 24/7 care/
San Diego Rhino dies
Nola, one of the the world’s last four remaining northern white rhinos, dies after surgery in San Diego Zoo Safari Park. She was 41-years old, and had been a popular attraction at the since 1989.
Policeman kills U.S. trainers
A Jordanian policeman shoots and kills two of his American instructors in Jordan. The attacker is said to be a Captain with the Jordan police force is also said to have killed a South African along with injuring two others Americans and four Jordanian. An investigation had been launched. U.S. Embassy:
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the families of all of the victims. The investigation is ongoing and it is premature to speculate on motive at this point. We are working closely with the government of Jordan and local security services on a full and comprehensive investigation. We strongly condemn this incident and we deeply appreciate the co-operation and support received from our Jordanian partners.
Fred Thompson dies age 73
Thompson dies from lymphoma, with his family at his side at his home in Nashville, age 73. Family statement:
It is with a heavy heart and a deep sense of grief that we share the passing of our brother, father and grandfather who died peacefully Nashville surrounded by his family. Fred once said that the experiences he had growing up in small-town Tennessee formed the prism through which he viewed the world and shaped the way he dealt with life. Fred stood on principle and common sense, and had a deep love for and connection with the people across Tennessee whom he had the privilege to serve in the United States Senate. He enjoyed a hearty laugh, a strong handshake, a good cigar, and a healthy dose of humility. Fred was the same man on the floor of the Senate, the movie studio, or the town square of Lawrenceburg, his home. Fred believed that the greatness of our nation was defined by the hard work, faith, and honesty of its people. He had an enduring belief in the exceptionalism of our country, and that America could provide the opportunity for any boy or girl, in any corner of our country, to succeed in life.
Scott Marshall dies age 41
Marshall dies at the age of 41. A preliminary autopsy shows the cause of death is related to unspecified heart issues. Police are trying to determine what happened between the time Marshall called his wife from the shop on Saturday night and told her he wasn’t feeling well enough to get home and when he was discovered hours later dead in a hotel room.
Captain dies at the controls
The pilot of an American Airlines Airbus A320 flight from Phoenix to Boston dies mid flight. An air stewardess – apparently a former nurse – tries to help. The company says the cause of death is from “illness.” The co-pilot takes over and lands the flight in Syracuse.
Medical emergency, captain is incapacitated, request handling for runway 108.
Homeless woman found dead at HK store
Police are trying to confirm the identity of a homeless woman who was found dead in a 24-hour McDonald’s outlet at a public housing estate in Kowloon Bay. The woman, aged around 50 to 60 years, was found slumped over her table in a quiet corner, 24 hours after she entered the restaurant at Ping Shek Estate, while other customers were unaware what had happened. McDonald’s says that the woman had not ordered any food, but staff noticed she was moving, and had asked for water from the counter.
To complement the modern lifestyle of people in Hong Kong, some McDonald’s restaurants operate 24 hours a day. We welcome everyone to visit out restaurants any time. In order to provide a pleasant dining environment, we would not disturb our customers, but our service will be offered promptly upon request.
Puppy dies
Johnson’s puppy Brutus dies after accidentally consuming a poisonous mushroom.
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Bill Myers killed age 64
Dixon Smith fatally shoots Myers, a Florida sheriff’s deputy, several times from behind after being served a domestic violence injunction. The order being served by Myers was to bar Smith from possessing firearms. Myers is walking to Smith’s car to retrieve some weapons when Smith pulls out a concealed gun and begins shooting. Smith flees to a nearby Comfort Inn about nine miles away in Niceville, where he barricades himself in a room. When a special response team fired tear gas into the room, Smith charges out with a weapon and is fatally shot.
Richard G. Scott dies age 86
Scott dies at the age of 86. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints says he died of natural causes at his home in Salt Lake City surrounded by his family. Scott had been a member of a church governing body called the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles for the last 27 years. He is the third top member of the quorum to die this year, leaving three vacancies on the quorum for the first time in more than a century. Quorum president Boyd K. Packer died mid this year from natural causes, and quorum member L. Tom Perry died early this year from cancer. Replacements for the trio are expected to be named in the coming months.
Yogi Berra dies age 90
The Yogi Berra Museum announces Berra has died at the age of 90. Family statement:
While we mourn the loss of our father, grandfather and great-grandfather, we know he is at peace with Mom. We celebrate his remarkable life, and are thankful he meant so much to so many. He will truly be missed.
Jake Brewer killed age 34
Brewer is killed while taking part in the 150-mile Ride to Conquer Cancer event. He loses control of his bike and is hit by a vehicle. His wife posts the news of the death:
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Sheikh Rashid dies age 33
Sheikh Rashid dies of a heart attack at the age of 34. Dubai holds a three-day mourning period in his honor.
Jackie Collins dies age 77
Collins dies of breast cancer age 77. Family statement:
It is with tremendous sadness that we announce the death of our beautiful, dynamic and one of a kind mother, Jackie Collins, who died of breast cancer today. She lived a wonderfully full life and was adored by her family, friends and the millions of readers who she has been entertaining for over four decades. She was a true inspiration, a trail blazer for women in fiction and a creative force. She will live on through her characters but we already miss her beyond words.
Tourist dies in fall
A Japanese tourist dies after allegedly slipping down the stairs at the Taj Mahal. An eyewitness says the tourist fell while taking a selfie at the monument’s Royal Gate. Police have said he lost consciousness immediately after the fall and succumbed to head injuries in hospital. He had been with three other people when the incident occurred and one of his colleagues who also fell fractured his leg. There have been several deaths linked to selfies in recent years and an investigation is being conducted into the incident.
Megan Park dies
Park dies while undergoing initial training at Pirbright army camp. She collapsed while taking part in physical exercise believed to have been a mile-long run or march. The run was against the clock and not what is referred to as “a beasting” which is an informal punishment exercise. The Army has said the incident is being investigated and it has no further comment at this time:
We offer our condolences to the family and ask that you respect their privacy while they come to terms with their sudden loss. She would have been on phase one training.
Family statement:
It is with deepest regret that we must announce that Megan has sadly passed on, doing the thing she loved. Ever since Megan was at school, she always wanted to be in the armed forces. Everybody who knew Megan was aware of this.
Migrant electrocuted
A migrant is found dead on the roof of a freight train carriage. Police say he climbed onto one of the shuttles that carry lorries through the tunnel, and was electrocuted, presumably by overhead power lines. He is the tenth person to die in or near the tunnel since the middle of this year. Authorities say new security measures have recently been introduced at the tunnel entrance. This has led to a fall in migrant intrusion attempts from about 2,000 down to 150 attempts each night.
Refugee child dies in accident
A three-year-old refugee boy from the Iraq dies in an accident at a welcome party for refugees in Germany. The boy is swinging on a rope hung between two large flowerpots when one fell and crushes him. He is taken to hospital but later died of head injuries. The boy and his family arrived there four weeks ago after a journey of more than 4,000 km (2,500 miles).
Aylan Kurdi drowns age three
Krid, his mother Rihan, his father Abdullah, and and his five-year-old brother are in one of two boats carrying a total of 23 people that set off separately from the Akyarlar area of Turkey’s Bodrum peninsula, apparently headed to the Greek island of Kos, where they could have attempted to enter the European Union. Reports suggested that their ultimate destination was Canada.
The boat capsizes, and Aylan, his brother and mother drown. Aylan’s body is washed up washed up a few miles to the northeast in Turkey, not far from a beach resort. Seven people are rescued, and two reach the shore in life jackets. The boy’s father, Abdullah, survives. The image of Aylan’s dead body on the beach is broadcast around the world.
Michael J Riley dies age 14
Riley dies of the amoeba. Family:
It is with a heavy heart, that we let everyone know that Michael John Riley Jr. lost his battle on this earth but won a victory for his place in the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ.