This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate 5 NEW YORK - Valerie Griffith's final journey began on a battered ferry, a floating hearse bound for a most unusual island. Nobody lives on Hart Island, a scruffy one-mile slice of land in Long Island Sound that New York's tabloids call "Forgotten Island," "Haunted Island" and "Isle of Tears." For 150 years, it's been known as the place where the city buries its penniless - not art collectors like Griffith. But on Dec. 7, 2020, Griffith's coffin arrived at Hart Island's dock and was loaded onto a truck for a quick drive to a trench the size of a tennis court. There, on a cold and wet morning, gravediggers lowered her simple wooden coffin into the muddy ground. No relative or friend was present and there was no mention of her remarkable life: how the English-born Griffith had helped the U.S. military during World War II, exposed antisemitism in the United States and … [Read more...] about She died in a Manhattan penthouse but was buried on an island for the poor
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Get Novak Djokovic to win Wimbledon at MASSIVE 30/1 with William Hill – 18+ T&Cs apply
NOVAK DJOKOVIC is back on Centre Court today as he bids to reach the third round of this year's Wimbledon championship. And William Hill are STILL offering a HUGE 30/1 for the Serbian to come out triumphant at the end of the fortnight. Novak Djokovic to win Wimbledon at 30/1 * How to claim... William Hill special offer Visit the William Hill website using this link HERE * Register a new account using the Promo Code: EPJ30 Place a maximum £1 bet on Djokovic to win Wimbledon at the regular price displayed on the website If you're successful, William Hill will credit your account with 2 x £15 free bets (total value of £30) Novak Djokovic to win Wimbledon at 30/1 * Djokovic dropped the second set to Soonwoo Kwon on Monday afternoon but came through 3-1 as he opened Centre Court for the fortnight. He now meets World No79 Thanasi Kokkinakis in the second round today. What's the offer? William Hill are offering new customers a … [Read more...] about Get Novak Djokovic to win Wimbledon at MASSIVE 30/1 with William Hill – 18+ T&Cs apply
Keith Hernandez never wanted to come to New York and now he’s forever a Met: ‘Best thing that ever happened to me’
The man who could anticipate everything on the baseball diamond swears he didn’t see this coming. In fact, he thought it might never happen at all. Keith Hernandez was caught completely by surprise when the Mets announced that they would be retiring his number. The ceremony, set for July 9 at Citi Field, is a long overdue recognition for one of the team’s best players. For as long as there are the New York Mets, there will be a No. 17 plaque on display, making Hernandez immortal in a place he never wanted to be in the first place. “There was no excitement for coming to New York, because they were a last place team,” Hernandez says. Speaking over the phone from his backyard in California, Hernandez recalls the day in 1983 when he was traded from the Cardinals to the Mets. “It was a very sad day for me,” he admits. “I was a Cardinals fan as a kid. I came up in the ‘70s when New York was going bankrupt. It was kind of a dangerous town. I didn’t go out when we’d visit, I’d stay … [Read more...] about Keith Hernandez never wanted to come to New York and now he’s forever a Met: ‘Best thing that ever happened to me’
‘I haven’t done anything!’ Jane McDonald forced to explain awkward mishap
Jane McDonald jokes about her 'wet backside' in Florida Don't miss the best new TV releases for 2022 and behind the scenes news 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 Jane McDonald took Channel 5 viewers on holiday with her again and this time flew to Florida to discover the wonders both inside and out of Disneyland. Whilst excited to meet Mickey Mouse and visit the famous theme park, Jane also wanted to explore what else the state had to offer. After getting some advice from her barman, she decided to try kayaking, but she was forced to explain a rather unfortunate wardrobe mishap as she ended her kayaking experience. Related articles Emmerdale theory: Leyla Harding to exit as her secret unveiled Marc … [Read more...] about ‘I haven’t done anything!’ Jane McDonald forced to explain awkward mishap
Bloke who made Putin voodoo doll and impaled Vlad to sacred shrine will face no charge
A man who was arrested after being caught nailing Vladimir Putin voodoo dolls to Japanese temples will not be prosecuted. Mitsunobu Hino, 72, was spotted on security cameras leaving Vlad impaled after hammering an effigy of the warmongering Russian president to a tree at a sacred Shinto shrine in the town of Matsudo, which lies about 20 miles east of Tokyo in the Chiba Prefecture. The dolls, known as wara ningyo in Japan, have repeatedly popped up on trees at the town's shrines – the places that are dedicated to local deities. READ MORE: MMA fighter takes on two men in wild street brawl as glam boxer cheers on They were secured with a spike through the doll, which is the traditional method of placing a death curse in Japan, with everyone having a picture of Putin on them. Investigators apprehended Hino after studying video footage at a shrine and the suspect did not deny the charges when they visited his house to make the arrest. But, having been released from … [Read more...] about Bloke who made Putin voodoo doll and impaled Vlad to sacred shrine will face no charge
Medication abortion is common; here’s how it works
By LINDSEY TANNER and MATTHEW PERRONE Medication abortions became the preferred method for ending pregnancy in the U.S. even before the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. These involve taking two prescription medicines days apart — at home or in a clinic. Abortion procedures are an invasive medical technique that empties the womb. They are sometimes called surgical abortions, although they don’t involve surgery. Abortion by pills involves the drugs mifepristone and misoprostol. As more states seek abortion limits, demand for the pills is expected to grow. HOW THE DRUGS WORK Mifepristone is taken first, swallowed by mouth. The drug dilates the cervix and blocks the effects of the hormone progesterone, which is needed to sustain a pregnancy. Misoprostol, a drug also used to treat stomach ulcers, is taken 24 to 48 hours later. The pill is designed to dissolve when placed between the gums and teeth or in the vagina. It causes the uterus to cramp and contract, causing … [Read more...] about Medication abortion is common; here’s how it works
‘Every mother will know’ Lorraine Kelly’s pain as she was separated from daughter Rosie
Lorraine wells up as she talks to daughter Rosie in Singapore Sign up for FREE for the latest news from the world of showbiz 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 Lorraine Kelly was left emotional during a heartfelt conversation with her daughter during the first lockdown. Rosie Smith, 27, was in Singapore and so her mum couldn’t see her and give her a hug at that scary time. Related articles Andy Murray and Kim Sears in U-turn at home as he rules out more kids Ulrika Jonsson, 54, recreates Kendall Jenner's completely NAKED snap Lorraine, 62, was appearing on Good Morning Britain in 2020, and she conducted a video call with her daughter. Rosie was spending three years working in Singapore, and once … [Read more...] about ‘Every mother will know’ Lorraine Kelly’s pain as she was separated from daughter Rosie