Day: August 5, 2024

On a seemingly ordinary day in July, a horrifying scene unfolded in Malibu Creek Canyon, California. Hikers stumbled upon a heart-wrenching sight: a German shepherd named Argon, his mouth and neck tightly bound with zip ties. The gentle giant, once a symbol of strength and loyalty, was reduced to a helpless victim of cruelty. Rescuers swiftly intervened, freeing Argon from his tormentor and providing immediate medical attention. Dog Found Zip-Tied in Calif. Canyon Diagnosed with Cancer After Rescue in ‘Cruel Blow’ A second chance at life The German Shepherd Rescue of Orange County (GSROC) heard about Argon’s plight and immediately… CONTINUE READING…

In a somewhat rare public appearance for the both of them, former First Lady Melania Trump and Barron Trump, the 18-year-old son of former President and likely 2024 GOP candidate Donald Trump, were caught on tape walking through Mar-a-Lago, headed to Easter brunch in the opulent home and club. Barron’s towering height and Melania’s radiant beauty captured the attention of the internet. The video of the two shows the 6-foot, 7-inch tall Barron towering over his mother, who at nearly six feet tall is far from short himself. The two were dressed in their Sunday best and were headed through… CONTINUE READING…

Famous self-defense icon Kyle Rittenhouse recently reversed course on comments he made stating he would not be voting for former President Donald Trump in light of his record on the Second Amendment.  However, Rittenhouse eventually reversed course on his commitment to write in Ron Paul, claiming that he is now all-in for Trump. Just hours after his controversial anti-Trump statement was uploaded to social media, Rittenhouse gave an update on his prior remarks.  He claimed that after speaking with Trump’s team, he was confident that Trump would defend the Second Amendment.  Rittenhouse further claimed that his critical comments were “ill-informed”… CONTINUE READING…

Along a Roman road flanked with beech trees hides a tale of wizardry and xenophobia.   In the 1700s, an outbreak of smallpox occurred in the small town of Wilton by Salisbury. The locals were confused as to the origin of the outbreak until they remembered the Hansel sisters of Denmark. The four sisters were accused of witchcraft and without fair trial they were brutally murdered in the woods and buried separately so they couldn’t plot against the villagers again. According to local lore, four beech trees miraculously appeared over their graves . Currently only three out of four still stand…. CONTINUE READING…

Few diseases have had a greater impact on the history of human civilization than smallpox. The bubonic plague certainly wins for its baroque presentation. Malaria and HIV are concurrent with our times and thus feel more real. But smallpox takes the contamination cake. It has been around for more than 3,000 years in all parts of the world. Before the vaccine was discovered in 1796, more than 400,000 people a year died from smallpox in Europe alone. According to the World Health Organization, smallpox killed one in ten children in Sweden and France and one in seven in Russia. The disease… CONTINUE READING…

Second chances: A heartwarming tale of rescue and love The world of animal rescue is a complex mix of emotions. On one hand, there’s the overwhelming sadness that comes with witnessing the plight of abandoned and neglected animals. On the other, there’s the immense relief and joy of seeing a rescued  dog finally find a safe and loving home. This story perfectly captures this duality, following the journey of Gregory, a beagle who received a second chance at life thanks to the kindness of strangers. Second chances: A heartwarming tale of rescue and love From almost euthanized to sanctuary salvation Gregory’s story,… CONTINUE READING…

Normally, we at The American Tribune are able to stay up to date on Biden’s embarrassing physical incidents, from his collapsing at the Air Force Academy to his various falls and trips on the Air Force One stairs. However, there was one good one from 2023 that we missed: Biden banging his head on Marine One hours after he fell over at the Air Force Academy graduation. As background, on June 1 of 2023, President Biden tripped and fell when turning to exit the stage after the commencement address. Stumbling, he fell forward onto his hands and right side. He then had to be… CONTINUE READING…

Perched majestically atop the rugged cliffs at the northern edge of the Mizen Peninsula, Dunlough Castle, also known as Three Castle Head, commands a striking view over the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean in southwestern Ireland. Founded in 1207 by Donagh O’Mahony, it is one of Ireland’s oldest fortresses, showcasing the enduring legacy of Norman architecture and dry stone masonry. The history of the castle is rich. When the first Norman settlers arrived in Ireland in 1169, the O’Mahonys, though in decline, still held considerable power as the princes of Eóganacht Raithlind, stretching from Cork westward to Mizen Head. Their influence… CONTINUE READING…

Among the rolling green fields of Dorset, England, lies a set of terraced, ascending circles known as the Badbury Rings. The raised land isn’t the site of some strange space landing, but the product of an Iron Age hill fort, earning the status of scheduled ancient monument. For centuries, the Badbury Rings were held on private land and withheld from archaeological investigation. In 1982, the National Trust took over ownership of the estate. A decade later, the Royal Commission on the Historical Monuments of England began inspections of the site. They found 28 potential hut sites within the ramparts, showing signs of civilization within the rings…. CONTINUE READING…