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Beautiful version of ‘Imagine’ played at Jimmy Carter’s funeral

Jimmy Carter was a great man who deserved a great send-off, and by all accounts that’s exactly what he got.

The former President of the United States had been in ill-health for some time before his passing on December 29, 2024. Indeed, it was back in 2015 that he was diagnosed with cancer, while he entered end-of-life hospice care in early 2023.

Though he exceeded even the most optimistic of timelines by living almost two years after being admitted to hospice, Carter passed away just two days before the turn of the new year, prompting an outpour of tributes.

Given the impact the former peanut farmer-turned statesman had – both during his time in the White House and after it – it should come as no surprise that his funeral, which took place on Thursday, January 9, was an eye-catching affair that promised a who’s who of names within US politics and beyond.

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One of the most touching moments of the sendoff at the Washington National Cathedral came courtesy of country music stars Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood, both known to be friends of Carter.

The duo gave a poignant rendition of John Lennon’s Imagine, just over a year after they delivered a performance of the same song at the funeral for Carter’s wife, former first lady Rosalynn Carter.

Needless to say, the mirroring aspect of the tributes at the two funerals struck a heartwarming chord with people online, many of whom took to social media to share their condolences.

After the service in Washington, former president Carter’s body was flown back to Georgia for a private funeral service in his hometown of Plains. The service took place at the Maranatha Baptist Church, where Carter taught Sunday school.

Carter was then taken by motorcade for a private internment beside his wife.

Watch the ‘Imagine’ tribute

Rest in peace, Jimmy Carter.

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Billion Dollar Energy Company Under Investigation Over Possible Link To LA Fires

Billion dollar energy company Edison International is currently under investigation over a possible link to the LA fires.

It is now day seven since over 180,000 people had to abandon their homes in search of safety following the wildfires ravaging LA. The flames have destroyed thousands of acres of lands and thousands of buildings and homes. At least 24 people have sadly been confirmed dead due to the fires while many more are missing and unaccounted for. Governor Gavin Newsom decalred it ‘one of the worst natural natural disasters in US history’.Firefighters have warned that the disaster is still very active, with fires Palisade, Easton and Hurst still actively ravaging the countryside. Many celebs live in the Palisades area and have been doing what they can to help. Paris Hilton, who lost her own home in Malibu, has pledged $100k to an emergency fund and Snoop Dogg has transformed his clothing store into a donation centre for victims. Southern California Edison, a branch of Edison International has shared that its grid experienced a short circuit issue on the evening of January 7 – the same evening that he first Hurst Fire started. Hurst has burned through more than 800 acres of land. The company shared a press release: “On 10 January 10, Southern California Edison (SCE) filed an Electric Safety Incident Report (ESIR) related to the Hurst Fire once SCE learned fire agencies are investigating whether SCE equipment was involved in the ignition, which is a triggering event for reporting.”“SCE noted that the fire was reported at approximately 10:10pm on 7 January, and preliminary information reflects the Eagle Rock – Sylmar 220 kV circuit experienced a relay at 10:11pm.“A downed powerline was discovered at a tower associated with the Eagle Rock – Sylmar 220 kV circuit.“SCE does not know whether the damage observed occurred before or after the start of the fire.”The energy giant has announced that they will provide a contribution of $1 million to ‘community-based organisations to support relief efforts and assist those affected by the wildfires’: “We are proud to support nonprofits that provide critical services to our customers and employees, and we are grateful for the contributions from other Southern California companies who have stepped up to support our communities during this difficult time,” said Pedro J. Pizarro, CEO of Edison International.“Severe equipment damage and access restrictions in areas impacted by wildfire may lead to restoration times taking longer than usual, from several days to, in some instances, weeks.” they said.“Thousands of SCE employees and contractors are working alongside mutual assistance crews 24/7 to restore power.”“We greatly appreciate the dedicated efforts of SCE’s employees and the mutual assistance colleagues who are working around the clock to support our communities during this challenging time,” said Steven D. Powell, president and CEO of SCE.“Their unwavering commitment and hard work are truly commendable.”“Their collective efforts demonstrate the strength and resilience of our region, and we are honored to stand alongside them in providing aid and support to those in need.”

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Joe Rogan Stunned As Mel Gibson Reveals How Three Of His Friends All Cured Stage 4 Cancers

Joe Rogan was left stunned as Mel Gibson revealed how three of his friends were all cured of stage cancer.

On his latest episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, Mel Gibson claimed three of his friends all had stage four cancer, and what he has described as ‘some serious stuff going on.’The actor claimed they took ivermectin and fenbendazole – drugs that are used to treat infections such as roundworms and threadworms. He then said, after taking them, ‘they don’t have cancer right now.’‘This stuff works, man,’ he added.Some research suggests that fenbendazole can stop the growth of cancer cells – however, experts have said that despite early research looking good, there are some serious side effects.Gibson said: ‘I don’t believe that there is anything that can afflict mankind that hasn’t got a natural cure for it. It just makes sense to me. ‘I couldn’t prove that, but I just believe that. There’s got to be something that cures things.’Referring to both drugs mentioned, Rogan added: ‘This stuff does work, which is strange because it’s not profit.’Rogan added: ‘When you hear about things that are demonized and they turn out to be effective, you always wonder, “What is going on here? How have our medical institutions failed us so that things that do cure you are not promoted because they’re not profitable?”‘Dr Susanne Arnold, associate director for clinical translation at the Markey Cancer Center in Kentucky, told The Associated Press in 2024 that while yes, there have been pre-clinical studies exploring ivermectin and similar drugs that could slow cancer cell growth in labs, this isn’t the same as proving that the drugs would work in humans.She said: ‘I know of no reports of clinical trials that yielded successful results in humans with cancer.’ 

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Pet Owner Returns Home After LA Fires And Is Left In Tears At What He Finds

Casey Colvin returned home after the LA fires ravaged his home and was left in tears with what he found.

It is now day seven since over 180,000 people had to abandon their homes in search of safety following the wildfires ravaging LA. The flames have destroyed thousands of acres of lands and thousands of buildings and homes. At least 24 people have sadly been confirmed dead due to the fires while many more are missing and unaccounted for. Governor Gavin Newsom decalred it ‘one of the worst natural natural disasters in US history’.Firefighters have warned that the disaster is still very active, with fires Palisade, Easton and Hurst still actively ravaging the countryside. Amongst the heartbreak, there have been some touching moments being shared online including a video about pet owner Casey Colvin. He was anxious to get home to track down his two dogs, after having evacuated the Palisades. The resident had not been at home when they were asked to evacuate the area but his two dogs, Oreo and Tika Tika Tika were. Speaking to NBC News, the man said: “I literally rescued them [the dogs] off the street, they deserve better than this. How do I get to my house?!”In a social media post shared by the network, the man explained that a firefighter saw his distress and ‘came to help’ – entering his home to find his pets. “At that time, Casey’s home had not burned and shortly after, the firefighter returned to the staging area with Tika Tika Tika,” the journalist said.“At that time, Casey’s home had not burned and shortly after, the firefighter returned to the staging area with Tika Tika Tika,”.“We were there as Casey reunited with his sweet girl,” she added. “But Oreo, a rescue who Casey says is behavioural, apparently ran out of the house and is now missing.”Only hours later, Colvin’s home was ‘burned to the ground’ and had it not been for the heroic firefighter – both of his dogs would have been ‘trapped inside’. Then, after five heartbreaking days of searching, a stranger spotted Oreo hiding in the rubble and Colvin ran to collect them. In the video that has since gone viral, the man can be heard saying: “Oh my god, you’re alive! You’re alive! Thank you, God,” while running with his dog and fist pumping into the air.One social media user responded “Awwwww such a sweet moment. I’m glad they were able to be reunited.”Another wrote: “I would be right there with this guy, totally losing it and crying my eyes out if it were my dog. So happy for this man and his little pup!”A third agreed: “This could be the one thing that holds someone’s life together after such an immense tragedy. My heart is so full for this man I don’t even know. That dog survived the imaginable and ran straight to dad.”Watch below: https://www.instagram.com/nbcnightlynews/reel/DEyQNR0slxk

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