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Daily Mail
14-07-2025
- Daily Mail
Arsonist gets painful dose of instant karma after setting shop on fire
A clumsy arsonist set himself on fire while trying to burn down a grocery store in Argentina. The suspect was caught on camera approaching Villa Fox Market in Zárate, Buenos Aires and dousing the entrance with a flammable liquid, surveillance footage showed He then began to pour the liquid from the canister over a canopy and lit a lighter over the wet canvas. The flames covered canopy and the ground and spread towards the entrance as the suspect stepped forward. The video showed the suspect, who disguised his identity with a hat and hoodie, running away while his hand, foot and the container were on fire. Moments later, the owner of a neighboring shop was seen on video tossing water on the flames before the fire department arrived. The incident took place the evening of July 6 but the suspect remained on the run as of Monday. The owner of Villa Fox Market, who was identified as Carlos, told Somos AMBA TV, that he was grateful for his quick neighbor's response. 'When I arrived, there were neighbors there, and the firefighters were on their way,' he said. 'A neighboring business owner threw buckets of water at the fire to control it. Luckily, it didn't get inside the store.' Law enforcement sources told online news portal Infobae that the store owner mentioned that he had been involved in a dispute with his former girlfriend and her son. The prosecutor handling the case is looking into whether the quarrel between both parties may been related to the arson attack. It's unclear how badly injured the arsonist was in the blaze.
Daily Mirror
06-07-2025
- Daily Mirror
'I've visited every country on Earth and my favourite was the very first one'
Nicolás Pasquali, 44, who describes himself as the "first Argentinean to visit every country in the world", has finally managed to tick off North Korea from his list after eight years of travel Nicolás Pasquali, a man who has travelled to every country on Earth, has revealed that his favourite place is closer to home than one might expect. Nicolás, who considers himself to be the "first Argentine to visit every country in the world", has recently smashed his impressive target after spending a remarkable eight years travelling. In February, he finally put a pin in the last country on his list after a year waiting, the hermit kingdom of North Korea in East Asia, which often only grants tourists access via tightly controlled tours. However, you'd imagine that picking a favourite from the near-200 on offer would prove to be a tricky task, but Nicolás was left in "no doubt". In an interview with Argentine newspaper Infobae, he stated: "As an Argentinean, there's no doubt Argentina is number one. We have identity, culture, gastronomy, sports and unique natural landscapes. Despite economic problems, we keep standing out globally." A sense of unity Nicolás pointed out that the South American nation has a "marked identity and a sense of unity" that he hasn't "seen elsewhere". He went on to draw comparisons with England, pointing to one aspect in particular. He went on to say: "You go to England, and Britons aren't proud of being British like we are proud of being Argentinean. We feel part of something bigger, which is impressive." Language also plays a significant role for the Buenos Aires native, who went on to explain that Spanish is the "second-most spoken language", making it "easier for us to move around". It's still a jewel Nicolás encapsulated his experience by revealing something he'd learned while visiting all those other countries, a pearl of wisdom that may offer insight into his choice of Argentina as his favourite country. Reflecting on his homeland, he remarked: "When you live in Argentina, you think that in other countries everything is perfect. But the truth is that it's not. There are countries at war, countries where people don't even have water, and countries where you can't say what you think. And that's when you realise that Argentina, with all its problems, is still a jewel." Second-largest country on the continent Argentina, the second-largest country in South America, is divided into four distinct regions: the Andes, the Pampas, the north, and Patagonia. The climate varies dramatically from subtropical in the north to sub- Antarctic conditions in the south, and the nation is home to an impressive array of wildlife. In the rugged terrain of Patagonia, intrepid adventurers might spot sea lions, penguins, and seals along the coast. Meanwhile, offshore in the Atlantic, you could encounter dolphins, orcas, and even sharks. Up in the northern parts, the wildlife includes crocodiles, caimans, flamingos, toucans, and jaguars. How many countries are there? The UN (United Nations) recognises a total of 195 countries, 193 of which are member states. The final two regions are the non-member observer states of Vatican City and Palestine, although the true number is actually disputed. This is due to a number of disputed zones and countries with either full or partial sovereignty, writes the BBC. In fact, the CIA (the US' Central Intelligence Agency) lists the full number as 237, for example.
Mint
02-07-2025
- Mint
Dismembered body of TikTok influencer, 19, found clogging Peru water plant, human trafficking suspected
A horrifying discovery in Lima, Peru, has shaken the local community and social media audiences alike. The dismembered remains of 19-year-old Venezuelan TikTok influencer Fabiola Alejandra Caicedo Pina, popularly known online as 'China Baby,' were found clogging the filtration grid of a water treatment plant in the city, according to the New York Post report. The body parts were first discovered on June 9, just days after Pina posted her last video on TikTok to her 5,000 followers. Forensic teams identified her remains through several distinctive tattoos, including one on her back that read 'Paula Sophia' along with a date. Some of her body parts remain missing, according to reports by Panamericana and Infobae. 'She never told us she was leaving. She just left, and that was it,' a relative told La Republica, highlighting the family's shock and grief over her disappearance and tragic end. According to Infobae, Pina had left her home country of Venezuela as a minor to live in Peru with her then-boyfriend, Meiner Jimenez Castillo. In 2022, Castillo died by suicide in Lima. However, his family had allegedly harassed Pina online, accusing her of being connected to his death — claims that were never substantiated. The Peruvian National Police have described the brutality of Pina's murder as being consistent with methods used by human trafficking networks, and they are exploring that angle as part of their investigation. So far, no suspects have been formally named or arrested in connection with the case. Pina's death has sparked widespread outrage and calls for justice, with many demanding greater protection for women, particularly migrant and online personalities, vulnerable to both virtual and real-world threats. In June, Zaria Khadejah Carr, a 27-year-old social media influencer, was found dead at her home in Twin City, Georgia. She had 35,000 followers on Facebook. Hours before her death, she went live on Facebook asking for help. The social media influencer was known as Duchess Dior.
Sinar Daily
19-06-2025
- Health
- Sinar Daily
Argentine nurse gets life sentence for murder of five babies
The trial also brought charges against 10 other defendants including former provincial officials and health professionals for cover-up and dereliction of duty. 19 Jun 2025 04:55pm Photo for illustration purpose only. - 123RF photo BUENOS AIRES - A nurse was sentenced to life in prison for killing five babies and attempting to murder eight others at a hospital in Argentina, according to local media. Brenda Cecilia Aguero injected potassium and insulin into newborns between March and June 2022, taking doses from emergency medical carts without inventory control, prosecutors said. Under Argentine law, Aguero will not be eligible for parole before serving 35 years. The court clerk read out the sentencing in footage broadcast on local media on Wednesday. The babies, all born healthy, died under initially unexplained circumstances at the neonatal ward of the maternal and child hospital in Cordoba province, 370 miles (600 km) northwest of Buenos Aires. Eight others survived due to swift medical intervention. The trial also brought charges against 10 other defendants including former provincial officials and health professionals for cover-up and dereliction of duty. Those charged included a former health minister and secretary of health of Cordoba province, as well as the former hospital director. Aguero, who was arrested in 2022, denied the charges, earlier telling the court "they have no evidence" and accusing media of portraying her as a "serial killer." Of the other defendants, five were found guilty but received lesser sentences while five others were acquitted, including the former provincial officials, according to local outlet Infobae. - AFP More Like This
Daily Mirror
07-06-2025
- Daily Mirror
Cartel queenpin dubbed 'The Fat Lady' finally caught after rival's brutal murder
A drug cartel boss known as 'The Fat Lady' has finally been arrested in a huge raid where cops discovered drugs, a gun, and phones - this comes months after a rival crime boss was brutally murdered A drug cartel queenpin dubbed 'La Gorda' - 'The Fat Lady' - has finally been caught after the brutal death of her rival. Beatriz Sánchez Martínez, a leader within the Tláhuac Cartel based in Mexico, was taken down by police in a huge bust which also saw authorities seize a sea of narcotics, a shotgun and other valuables. This surprise takedown came three months after a rival gang leader, known as 'Aunt Fany', was found dead inside her vehicle. The crime boss' body was savagely covered in bullet wounds. Police revealed the two gangs had been clashing over drug sales points in their controlled areas. Martínez was caught by police yesterday along with her drug empire accomplice Carlos Chávez Vargas. Shocking images showed the haul of illegal drugs and goods cops found during the bust at Martínez's home. It included 263 doses of cocaine, 200 doses of methamphetamine, 50 grams of probable methamphetamine, a short firearm, three cartridges and a mobile phone. Police also found 399 apparent doses of cocaine and two phones where Vargas was caught, according to Infobae. Cops searched three other properties believed to be safe houses and drug distribution sites linked to 'The Fat Lady'. This huge operation came months after the brutal death of enemy cartel boss 'Aunt Fany' on February 25, 2025. Mexican police have accused Vargas of murdering 'Aunt Fany' on Martínez's orders. The brutal killing could have been the gang's way of taking out the competition following fierce arguments about drug sales. Following the death of 'Aunt Fany', her gang appears to have split into factions and is violently operating in several neighbourhoods, even without their crime leader. 'The Fat Lady' and Vargas are now facing a long list of serious charges including drug possession, trafficking, carrying firearms, and extortion. Vargas is also being investigated for possible aggravated homicide. These arrests come after terrifying reports that some Mexican drug cartels are running training camps where hitmen are forced to eat their victims' hearts. These camps reportedly lie in hidden mountainous areas while criminals recruit young men into trafficking "schools". A young man who was recruited into one of these camps said he was given a rifle and told to kill his brother at one point. He explained the lure of mega cash for many young people convinces them to join the training camps. He added that he was recruited at just 13 years old.
