CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Investigators now believe a 5-year-old New Hampshire girl who disappeared in 2019 was murdered, authorities said Thursday. The monthslong search for Harmony Montgomery, who was only reported missing last year, has become a homicide investigation, Attorney General John Formella said at a news conference Thursday. Authorities believe she was killed in Manchester in early December 2019. Her case has prompted widespread outpouring of support around the state, including several vigils aimed at raising awareness of her case. Several Facebook groups also were created aimed at sharing news on her case. “At this point while Harmony’s remains have not been located, we do have multiple sources of investigative information including just recently confirmed biological evidence that has led us to this difficult and tragic decision,” Formella said. Police first became aware that Harmony might be missing when they received a call from the girl’s mother, Crystal Sorey, in … [Read more...] about Officials: Missing girl, Harmony Montgomery, was murdered
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Kate Middleton sends heartfelt note to 6-year-old girl who was desperate for Prince George to go to her birthday party
KATE Middleton made a little girl’s day by writing a letter to her after she invited Prince George to her birthday party. The young girl had asked several months ago if the nine-year-old royal would be able to come to her sixth birthday celebrations. While Kate and the rest of the royal family receive a large volume of fan mail, the palace personally replied to the young girl. The mum then shared the Duchess of Cambridge 's heartfelt response on Twitter, writing “Something amazing for her to keep.” According to the Express , the sweet royal note read: “The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have asked me to thank you for your letter, in which you invite Prince George to your 6th Birthday party. “I am sorry that it took so long to reply. More on Kate Middleton KATE EXPECTATIONS Kate and William 'ready to quit glorious prison' of Kensington Palace LOTTE OF FUN I'm a body language pro - I spotted 3 key changes in Kate … [Read more...] about Kate Middleton sends heartfelt note to 6-year-old girl who was desperate for Prince George to go to her birthday party
Race against time to find bone marrow match for baby girl as family’s life ‘stopped’
An 18-month-old baby girl is in a desperate race against time to find a life-saving bone marrow donor. Elaiya Hameed, 18 months old, has Acute Myeloid Leukaemia, cancer of the white blood cells, and urgently needs a stem cell transplant. Sadly, there is no matching donor on the register so her parents Muzahir and Summan are doing everything they can to raise awareness and urge people to get themselves on the register. The parents are particularly trying to raise awareness among the Pakistani and South Asian community because Elaiya is more likely to find a successful match from someone of the same ethnic origin. Speaking to the Mirror about her little girl's devastating diagnosis, mum Summan said: "Our life just stopped - and it has been stopped ever since. The little girl has been an in patient in hospital since her diagnosis ( Image: Summan Hameed) "We are just in this bubble now and focusing on her. "With Elaiya it's a race against time because they have to … [Read more...] about Race against time to find bone marrow match for baby girl as family’s life ‘stopped’
Hollyoaks Zain Randeri star’s forgotten role in BBC’s Our Girl alongside Michelle Keegan
Hollyoaks star Jonas Khan previously worked alongside Michelle Keegan in Our Girl. The actor, who currently plays Zain Randeri in the Channel 4 soap, appeared in the BBC drama multiple time from 2013 until 2017 as Captain Azizi. Fans will remember that Azizi was involved in the heartbreaking storyline which led to the death of heartthrob Elvis Harte (Luke Pasqualino). READ MORE: Hollyoaks' Owen Warner's love life - Geordie Shore babe fling to co-star romance Michelle's character Corporal Georgie Lane was jilted by Elvis on their wedding day after the two met through a SAS rescue mission in Afghanistan. Despite finding new love with Doctor Jamie Cole, Georgie couldn't fight her remaining feelings for Elvis as they were forced to work together once again. However, Georgie and Elvis were later reunited as they were forced to work with each other again during a tour in Afghan. But after being betrayed by Azizi in Kabul, who ended up dying, their mission went … [Read more...] about Hollyoaks Zain Randeri star’s forgotten role in BBC’s Our Girl alongside Michelle Keegan
Uproar over period advice website for ‘people who bleed’
Uproar over period advice (Image: Getty) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Its creators said they chose the language to ensure the campaign "connected with every person who menstruates" at a time when "many young people are choosing to identify outside of the usual gender binary". But critics said it could confuse children and risked alienating the very people it was aimed at. Related articles Menopause: The 'most effective' treatment for hot flushes Intermittent fasting: Women must not fast for longer than 14 hours Maya Forstater, who lost her job after tweeting that transgender women could not change their biological sex, said: "Admitting that women exist has become taboo." And feminist author Milli Hill, who has … [Read more...] about Uproar over period advice website for ‘people who bleed’
Can adults get polio? How to check you’ve been vaccinated and ‘prevent’ serious illness
Polio ‘could spread and mutate’ says Angus Dalgleish SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Poliovirus has been detected in sewage samples collected from the London wastewater system in recent months. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said a total of 116 virus isolates were identified in 19 sewage samples collected in London between February and July. Related articles How to live longer: Golden drink lowering cholesterol and blood sugar Live longer: The snack that can cut your risk of death by 35% Since 2003 the UK has been declared polio-free, however, a new string of detections has sparked an investigation "to protect the public". The UKHSA is also urging Britons to "make sure polio vaccines … [Read more...] about Can adults get polio? How to check you’ve been vaccinated and ‘prevent’ serious illness
Peter Sellers’ heart ‘faded away’ after years of disease – symptoms of heart disease
The Real Marigold Hotel: Britt Ekland discusses Peter Sellers SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Diagnosed with heart disease in 1964 – 16 years before his death – Peter Sellers had been at risk of a life-threatening heart attack for many years. And, in the end, that's what made him take his last breath. Falling down at London's Dorchester Hotel, Sellers' heart stopped beating on July 24, 1980. The father-of-three had been down in the British Capital to work on the screenplay, Romance of the Pink Panther, according to film critic Roger Ebert. Related articles How to live longer: Golden drink lowering cholesterol and blood sugar Meghan Markle health: The Duchess on her hidden illness It would have … [Read more...] about Peter Sellers’ heart ‘faded away’ after years of disease – symptoms of heart disease
Woman walks out of A&E after waiting ’15 hours’ to be seen
David Mellor blasts NHS as a black hole of ‘needing endless cash' SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The 22-year-old patient, who asked not to be named, said she "may as well have been in pain in bed at home" rather than wait at NHS' Ysbyty Glan Clwyd in Bodelwyddan, north Wales, on Friday night. So she left the emergency department, which was filled with patients, including many tourists. Related articles Man weighing 30st-plus has horror 13-hour ambulance wait after fall Frustrated NHS patients turn to private hospitals Health bosses have apologised for the woman's distressing ordeal. But the patient was unhappy with the "ridiculous" and "hectic" scenes she witnessed. Speaking to North … [Read more...] about Woman walks out of A&E after waiting ’15 hours’ to be seen
Halle Berry health: ‘A moment I’ll never forget’ – actress on life-changing diagnosis
Moonfall: Official Trailer starring Halle Berry and John Bradley SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Aged 22, Halle Berry had just started out on her acting career when, during taping of the television series Living Dolls, she fell into a diabetic coma. Shortly afterwards, medics diagnosed the up-and-coming star with type 1 diabetes. Recalling her experience, Berry told Insider: "It was a moment I'll never forget. I had to re-spin the way I lived my life and have carried that with me ever since." Related articles How to live longer: Golden drink lowering cholesterol and blood sugar Bowel cancer: The symptom that's 'worse at night' - cure 'unlikely' Type 1 diabetes Notably a "serious" health … [Read more...] about Halle Berry health: ‘A moment I’ll never forget’ – actress on life-changing diagnosis
Serena Williams health: The condition ‘could have killed me’ – tennis pro tells all
Serena Williams to retire from tennis 'in next few weeks' SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The sportswoman penned: "Believe me, I never wanted to have to choose between tennis and a family. I don’t think it’s fair. If I were a guy, I wouldn’t be writing this because I’d be out there playing and winning while my wife was doing the physical labor of expanding our family." The American added: "I’m here to tell you that I’m evolving away from tennis, toward other things that are important to me... I started a family. I want to grow that family." Related articles How to live longer: Golden drink lowering cholesterol and blood sugar Bowel cancer: The symptom that's 'worse at night' - cure 'unlikely' … [Read more...] about Serena Williams health: The condition ‘could have killed me’ – tennis pro tells all