Brian Laundrie's notebook confession: Experts weigh in on killer's claims about how he murdered Gabby Petito

Also Read: Neeraj Chopra to miss Commonwealth Games 2022 due to injury "Things that we have got in place is there's a RT-PCR test for individual travel to Birmingham and then there is an RT-PCR test on arrival. If there's a history of COVID, then the vaccination status of COVID would be scanned, so that we can make a good clear understanding of individuals should they have a positive test." Also Read: Play with all your strengths, without stress: PM Modi to CWG 2022 players "It's a very comprehensive measure and it's got good clinical support," he assured.

DOYLES - The Central Bucks School Board voted Monday to approve a controversial new library policy that targets book content. The new policy will allow the board to control what books are allowed in their libraries based on sexual content. Critics argue that the policy goes too far and would result in classic books getting banned. Central Bucks School District's Superintendent Dr. Abram Lucabaugh said it's not a ban, and the new policy is aimed at ensuring children aren't reading inappropriate material. "What we do want is every one of our student to be seen, but we also want our students to be seen in our library book and that they are age-appropriate," Dr.

Today we are reporting 8,730 community cases, and 808 current hospitalisations. The seven-day rolling average of community case numbers today is 8,111.

No officers were hurt when a suspect barricaded himself inside a Philadelphia home and fired his weapon several times, according to police. PHILADELPHIA - Authorities say no officers were hurt when an armed man barricaded himself inside a Philadelphia home and fired his gun several times Tuesday afternoon. Officer from the Philadelphia Police Department were called to the 7500 block of Chelwynde Avenue just before 5 p.m.

The Philadelphia Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying three swimmers who they say became violent when they were asked to leave a Philadelphia pool. PHILADELPHIA - Authorities shared photos of three unruly swimmers who they say became violent when they were asked to leave a Philadelphia pool last week.The Philadelphia Police Department shared the pictures Monday afternoon in hopes that the public could help identify the girls.Police were called to the McVeigh Playground Rec Center on the 400 block of East Ontario Street in Kensington last Thursday for reports of three rowdy swimmers.Investigators say staff members repeatedly asked three female swimmers to leave for "unruly behavior" but they refused and became hostile.

The Ministry will host a media briefing to provide updates on the response to the Omicron outbreak at 12:00pm today.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 24: People cool off by playing in a fountain in Domino Park with the Manhattan skyline in the background as the sun sets during a heat wave on July 24, 2022 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The five boroughs of New WASHINGTON (AP) - The federal government hopes a new website can help people and local governments beat the increasingly deadly heat of an ever-warming world.Days after nearly half the country — 154.6 million people — sweated through a blistering heat wave, which for the West, hasn’t quite finished, the Biden Administration Tuesday unveiled heat.gov, which includes maps, forecasts and health advice.

Saskatchewan Roughriders take on the BC Lions.But whether or not the choice is his to make remains to be seen.“I feel like it might be up to other people,” he admitted. “But, if it’s up to me, I’m playing.

coronavirus pandemic originated in a Wuhan, China market where live animals were sold — further bolstering the theory that the virus emerged in the wild rather than escaping from a Chinese lab.The research, published online Tuesday by the journal Science, shows that the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market was likely the early epicenter of the scourge that has now killed nearly 6.4 million people around the world. Scientists conclude that the virus that causes COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2, likely spilled from animals into people two separate times.

Police are trying to piece together a motive in the wake of a deadly shooting rampage in Langley, B.C., on Monday.

Zodiac coin (Credit: Israel Antiquities Authority) JERUSALEM (AP) - Israel’s Antiquities Authority said Monday it has discovered a rare 1,850-year-old bronze zodiac coin during an underwater survey off the coastal city of Haifa.The coin bears the image of the zodiac sign Cancer behind a depiction of the moon goddess Luna.Experts say the coin was minted in Alexandria, Egypt, under the rule of the Roman Emperor Antoninus Pius, who ruled between the years 138–161 A.D. It is part of a series of 13 coins depicting the 12 zodiac signs and one of the entire zodiac wheel.RELATED: Raising Cane’s founder buys Mega Millions tickets for all employeesThe antiquities authority said it was the first time such a coin has been found off the Israeli coast."These finds, which were lost at sea and disappeared from sight for hundreds and thousands of years, have been remarkably well preserved," said Jacob Sharvit, director of the Israel Antiquities Authority Maritime Archaeology Unit.

ST. LOUIS - One person was killed as hours of relentless thunderstorms dropped historic rainfall amounts across the St. Louis area early Tuesday morning, flooding homes and roads in several neighborhoods and prompting dozens of water rescues.The dire situation prompted the city's first-ever Flash Flood Emergency from the National Weather Service as the city shattered its all-time daily rainfall record.

PHILADELPHIA - Hours after family and friends gathered to celebrate the life of a Philadelphia homicide victim, the teen's uncle met with city leaders to share possible solutions to the rampant gun violence. Authorities say 18-year-old Lameer Boyd was gunned down near the intersection of 52nd and Larchwood street around 10 p.m. on July 19th. Jamahal Boyd Sr.

PHILADELPHIA - *** Watch the Mega Millions drawing live on FOX 29 ***The Mega Millions' jackpot has swelled to it's third-largest total ever and hopeful players purchased their tickets ahead of Tuesday's drawing. The $830M jackpot will be drawn Tuesday at 11 p.m. You can watch the drawing live on FOX 29 just before the 10 at 10. The cash option for the grand prize is $487.9 million before taxes.

At a White House COVID-19 vaccine summit, experts today discussed what better vaccines would look like, such as one that would block transmission, as the Omicron BA.5 subvariant gained an ever bigger foothold in the United States.

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker are “stronger than ever” following his health scare — but are they still trying to have a baby? Or does the medical emergency have them second-guessing everything?!

Shania Twain’s new Netflix documentary,, the 56-year old songstress gets candid about how dealing with her Lyme disease diagnosis and her husband’s infidelity affected her music.  Following the success of her third studio album, 2002's andtoward the end of her tour, Twain was horseback riding when she got bit by a tick. “I did get Lyme disease.

Semi crashes into Winnebago Co. home in Town of Vinland July 26.

Photo of puppy rescued after its head got stuck in a wheel. (Photo courtesy of the Hardin County Fire Department) SAVANNAH, Tenn. - Firefighters responded to a strange call for service— a puppy’s head is stuck in the wheel of a truck tire.

Kate Garraway is reportedly in "survival mode" after her husband, Derek Draper, took a "serious turn for the worse" this month. The TV presenter, 55, previously revealed that her husband, 54, was readmitted to hospital two months ago due to ongoing health complications after he contracted Covid back in 2020.

The risk of myocarditis and/or pericarditis was not significantly different among children ages 5 to 11 years after COVID-19 vaccination from that of unvaccinated children and much lower than that among children aged 12 to 17, finds a prospective study in Denmark published today in Pediatrics.A team led by Copenhagen University Hospital researchers estimated the risk of myopericarditis

LAWTON, Okla. - A city driver in Oklahoma got a morning surprise when a deer went flying through the windshield.City officials in Lawton said the incident happened in June and the driver was Alisha Sutton— who had only been on the job for 10 months. The city also released a video of the crash, saying the deer stood up immediately and Sutton opened the door to let it back out. "I was like, I guess I gotta slow this bus down," Sutton said in a news release. "I slowed it down and brought it to a stop right there in the road.

The momentum gained in highway development over in the past few years has hit a speed bump with the pace of construction falling by over 14% in the April-June quarter of FY23. Construction in Q1 sputtered to 1,966 km, slower than even the 2,284 km built during the peak of the second wave of the covid pandemic that resulted in large scale disruption in economic activity, the latest ministry of road transport and highways data on road construction showed.

The Covid-19 pandemic 'unmasked' food poverty and was more harmful to those living in disadvantaged areas, according to the findings of two studies by the Childhood Development Initiative.

DEWEY BEACH, Del. - The Maryland man killed in a crash after being kicked out of a Lyft ride over the weekend has been identified by police as 43-year-old Sidney Wolf. He was previously a Senior Policy Advisor for former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo according to his LinkedIn page.

PHILADELPHIA - Police are looking for a man they say committed an armed robbery in East Germantown Tuesday afternoon.The suspect reportedly stole approximately $2,000 from WFSF Bank on the 5300 block of Chew Avenue around 1:20 p.m.Police say he was armed, and fled on foot into the 35th Police District.He was reportedly wearing a black baseball cap, black hooded sweatshirt, white sneakers, blue surgical mask and a purple glove on his left hand.No one was injured during the robbery.

COVID-19 update has shown a slight decrease in the number of PCR-confirmed cases, but an increase in the number of hospital admissions and active hospitalizations.According to the report, which covers July 17 to 23, there were 938 positive tests based on PCR testing — a drop from 1,004 from the week before. BA.4, BA.5 in Canada - What we know about the 2 new Omicron subvariants But hospital admissions jumped from 40 to 30, compared to last week. And active hospitalizations also increased to 34, from 22 the previous week.The majority of hospital admissions were among the elderly.

Neil Young has said he won’t perform at this year’s Farm Aid event because of his ongoing concerns over COVID-19.Young confirmed the news in response to a fan letter on his Neil Young Archives site that said: “I am not ready for that yet. I don’t think it is safe in the pandemic,” he wrote, adding, “I miss it very much.”The veteran artist co-founded the yearly benefit concert to support American farmers.

WARNING: Some readers may find details in this story disturbing. Discretion is advised.

stroke.On Monday, Wolfe, 58, told People that he hopes fans will keep Fritz, 56, in “their thoughts and prayers.”“The most important thing is that we allow him time to heal and giving [sic] him the space to do so,” he said.Fritz was hospitalized earlier this month and, last week, Wolfe spoke about the news to his fans on Instagram.“I have been very private in the past year in regards to Franks [sic] life and the journey he’s been on,” Wolfe wrote on social media at the time. “There has been lots of opinions in regards to mine and Frank’s friendship and the show but now is not the time to set the record straight. Now is the time to pray for my friend.”He continued, “Frank has suffered a stroke and is in the hospital.

MERCER COUNTY, N.J. - A suspicious death investigation is underway after officials say a burned body was found in Mercer County Tuesday morning.Police responded after receiving calls about what appeared to be human remains by a cemetery in the Clover Avenue area.A severely burned body was reportedly found when officers arrived on the scene.Officials are investigating the death, and say an autopsy is pending.Anyone with information is asked to call the Mercer County Homicide Task Force at 609-989-6406.

HAIFA BAY, Israel - From afar, it looks like white dots scattered across the water, but up close, those are actually jellyfish— too many of them to count. The stunning video near Haifa Bay, Israel was released by the Nature and Parks Authority.Authorities said on Twitter that human activity contributed to the multiplication of jellyfish including climate change, pollution, dumping waste into the sea and harming predators of jellyfish such as sea turtles.RELATED: Birmingham Zoo: Lioness killed while meeting male lionAccording to Reuters, the jellyfish are posing a nuisance by keeping swimmers away and clogging desalination plants and industrial fishing nets."The water gets hotter and hotter and we can see more and more jellyfish," Guy Lavian, a marine ranger with the Israel Nature and Parks Authority, told Reuters. "They cause real damage here.

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Police Department's homicide detectives are investigating a shooting that left a man dead on Tuesday afternoon. According to police, the shooting occurred just before 1 p.m.

Police say they are searching for the car shown in this image. The driver of the vehicle is wanted in connection with a fatal hit-and-run on I-95.  (Pennsylvania State Pol)UPPER CHICHESTER TOWNSHIP, Pa. - Police in Upper Chichester Township are investigating a fatal hit-and-run, authorities say. According to Pennsylvania State Police, troopers responded to mile marker 2.4 on I-95 Northbound in Upper Chichester Township on Saturday around 9:12 p.m. Authorities say troopers arrived on scene and found a motorcycle, pick-up truck and a 44-year-old man struck by another vehicle. The man was pronounced dead on scene, officials say. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESInvestigators say it was determined that a blue Ford F-150 traveling in the right lane of I-95 north swerved onto the shoulder, striking two vehicles and the 44-year-old man. According to police, the blue F-150 also failed to stop and it fled onto Exit 3. Anyone with information on the deadly hit-and-run is urged to contact Pennsylvania State Trooper Walter at 484-840-1000.

Vicky Pattison turned up the heat as she showcased her killer curves in a tiny mocha brown string bikini as she soaked up the sun in the heart of Croatia.The former Geordie Shore star, 34, looked effortlessly glamorous as she jumped into the miniature two-piece which was held together string before she struck a pose at the tropical beach.Her skimpy swimwear clung to her curves and perfectly framed her toned tummy as her high-waisted bottoms accentuated her enviably long legs.READ MORE:Vicky Pattison fears 'genetic alcoholism' is preventing her from having kidsShe paired her chocolate brown bikini with a bespoke gold necklace that featured her close pals name in cursive scripture.Vicky let her hair tumble down her back as she pursed her lips in a classic pout while she enjoyed the stunning sights of the beautiful location.The starlet finished off the jaw-dropping look with a full face of natural makeup, including lashings of black mascara, a touch of bronzer and a swipe of nude pink lipstick.She is currently making the most of her summer holiday with her fiancé, Ercan Ramadan who landed on the tropical island on Tuesday (July 26).It comes after the 2015 I’m A Celebrity winner opened up about her fears around alcoholism following her father's addiction to drink throughout her childhood.In her latest emotional Channel 4 documentary, Vicky Pattison: My Dad, Alcohol And Me, the TV personality explores the medical and psychological sides to alcoholism. She ventured on the eye-opening journey in an effort to find out how genes and behaviour can lead to a predisposition to addiction as well to learn about how to best support her father.

Joe Biden had said on Monday that he's “feeling better every day" as he recovering from Covid infection. He also said that the White House plans to hold a summit on Tuesday to discuss developing a new generation of vaccines that could more effectively guard against contagious variants. According to official documents, Biden took his fifth and final dose of Paxlovid, which is intended to prevent severe symptoms from Covid-19, on Monday night.

Pope Francis has arrived at Edmonton’s Commonwealth Stadium, where he is to give a public mass to an estimated 70,000 people.

WASHINGTON - Ongoing food monitoring by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration of toxic heavy metals like lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury revealed some concerning levels in the U.S.

Police looking for a man they say robbed a woman walking her dog. PHILADELPHIA - A Good Samaritan's brave act almost made them the victim of a shooting on a Center City street earlier this month.Police say a woman was walking her dog on the 700 block of Taney Street on July 12 when a man robbed her at gunpoint, taking her purse.A passerby started yelling as they saw the suspect following the woman, according to police.When they started walking towards the scene, the suspect reportedly fired his handgun in that direction.

Gaten Matarazzo is branching out! After breaking big in TV and on Broadway, the actor is set to star in his first feature film,, streaming Friday on Paramount+.Starring opposite Angourie Rice and Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Matarazzo plays Michael, a high school student who finds himself targeted by a classmate (Rice) who is determined to sabotage his chances at a coveted college recommendation. In a classic rom-com twist, of course -- romance ensues. «I have been trying to expand, more than anything,» Matarazzo tells ET's Will Marfuggi of his role selection.

Shopify, the Canadian e-commerce giant that was once the country’s most valuable company, is laying off roughly 1,000 employees or 10 per cent of its workforce.

(Credit: Provided images/Enjoy Life Natural Brands LLC) CHICAGO - A healthy food brand selling snacks and baked goods has expanded a voluntary recall of certain products sold in many major U.S. retail stores, including Trader Joe’s and Walmart, due to the potential presence of "hard plastic pieces."Enjoy Life Natural Brands LLC first announced the recall on June 30 after an internal investigation revealed the possible issue in certain soft-baked cookies, chewy bars, and brownie bites.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. - A Florida man is missing an eye after he was apprehended by a K9 following a traffic stop.  Terrell Bradley, 30, said his finger was also chewed up after he was apprehended by a Gainesville Police K9 following a traffic stop. After an investigation, the Gainesville Police Department has temporarily taken the K9 off duty. According to Gainesville Police, an officer tried to stop Bradley for a traffic violation two weeks ago.

Tesla vehicles are charging at a super charging station in Parsippany, New Jersey on May 06, 2021. - With more electrical models soon hitting showrooms, the focus will shift to consumer willingness to pivot to electric cars at a time when conventiona TRENTON, N.J. - The State of New Jersey is offering incentives for people who purchase electric cars in the third year of the state's Charge-Up New Jersey Program. In addition to the announcement about the electric vehicle incentive program, Murphy also unveiled the state's new residential electric vehicle charger program. PREVIOUS: NJ sets new goal for electric cars, offers incentiveThe Murphy Administration says Charge-Up New Jersey program and the Residential Charger Program are key parts of landmark legislation in the state that focuses on combating climate change.

LAS VEGAS - The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is seeking help to identify an attempted murder suspect who was recorded on a garage security camera pulling out a gun and trying to shoot a man after a botched robbery in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Sunday.Authorities said the unidentified suspect approached the victim’s vehicle as he was parking in a garage and demanded his belongings. The victim then ran across the street, and the suspect followed closely behind, ultimately pulling out a gun and pointing it at the victim.The homeowner narrowly escapes being shot after the suspect's gun failed to fire, police said.Las Vegas police said the suspect then entered a nearby vehicle and fled. NO SHOOTING ON LAS VEGAS STRIP DESPITE MASS PANIC AT CASINOS, OUTSIDE HOTELS: POLICEAuthorities also provided Ring security video of the incident.

VENICE, Fla. - A Sarasota County judge has decided to move forward with the lawsuit against Brian Laundrie's parents, which claims they knew their son murdered Gabby Petito as authorities were searching for her.Thursday, Judge Hunter Carroll denied a motion to dismiss the case, filed by the Laundries' attorney. The decision comes one week after the first hearing in the civil lawsuit filed by Petito's parents, Nichole Schmidt and Joseph Petito.

TAMPA, Fla. - The mother of slain travel blogger Gabby Petito shared that she is "fed up" Monday afternoon, just days after the release of a "narcissistic" confession from her daughter’s suspected killer and boyfriend, Brian Laundrie, who penned the confession, which included a suicide note, found near his body in October."Narcissists rewrite history to escape accountability," read text on an image she included with the tweet. "You are not crazy."She also indicated that the "truth will be revealed" and that the family would not stop in its pursuit of justice for Petito.Laundrie claimed that he and Petito were "trying to cross" a stream when he heard "a splash and a scream." He framed Petito's murder as "merciful."BRIAN LAUNDRIE'S GABBY PETITO CONFESSION: EXPERTS WEIGH IN ON ADMITTED KILLER'S CLAIMS, ‘THIS IS ALL LIES’"I couldn’t find her for a moment, shouted her name," Laundrie wrote.