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CBC
4 minutes ago
- General
- CBC
Search for B.C.'s Best Symbol Semifinals: Orca vs. Western Red Cedar
After four weeks the Search for B.C.'s Best Symbol has left us with four winners for the four sections of the competition — Orca (for animals), Western Red Cedar (for nature), Totem Poles (coastal symbols), and the B.C. Flag (provincial symbols). They will face off this week to determine a champion. But which will move on in today's first semifinal: the Orca or the Western Red Cedar? CBC's bracket master Justin McElroy has more on the competition.
Mint
34 minutes ago
- Mint
Another Jessica Radcliffe death hoax? Here's the reality behind marine trainer Marina Lysaro orca attack video
A widely circulated TikTok video claims to show a 23-year-old marine trainer, Jessica Radcliffe, was 'attacked and killed' by an orca at Pacific Blue Marine Park. As per the video shared, Radcliffe died ten minutes after she was rescued by the staff. However, there is no credible evidence to prove this incident, and the video appears to be AI-generated, according to a report by the Hindustan Times (HT). Additionally, the report stated that, based on the investigations, no records of a marine trainer named Jessica Radcliffe or any related events were found, suggesting she is probably a fictional character. Similarly, another video has surfaced showing orca trainer Marina Lysaro being attacked by a killer whale during a performance. The footage captures a whale attacking a woman in a pool while stunned audience members rush to escape. The video was captioned as, 'Sad news. The TERRIFYING Last Moments of Orca Trainer Marina Lysaro. It's a tragic reminder that wild animals belong in the wild. We need to respect their space for everyone's safety. Rest in peace to her. Let's all drop a 'Rest in Peace' for her in the comments.' Similar to Jessica Radcliffe's video, the viral clip is also AI-generated and totally fabricated, the report said. The video invoked a range of reactions, where some users showed frustration, while others recognised it as AI-generated. One of the users commented, 'They are called killer whales for a reason right?' Another added, 'Look at the kids falling and disappearing as they run down the steps. Sooooo AI.' A user said, 'This never happened. It's all fake. No trainer was just killed by a whale.' Another noted, 'That's why they belong in the wild and not in captivity.' One of the users commented, 'Doesn't show anything but a big splash and a bunch of people running.' Orcas, often referred to as killer whales, are highly intelligent and social predators found in oceans worldwide. Generally, they are not seen as a significant threat to humans; however, most fatalities involving orcas have occurred in captivity. According to Whale & Dolphin Conservation USA, were named 'killer whale' from ancient sailors who observed their groups hunting and preying on larger whale species. They referred to orcas as ballena asesina, meaning 'killer whale. ' Their Latin name, Orcinus orca, also highlights this behaviour of feeding on large whales.
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
Jessica Radcliffe Orca Attack Video: Is it a new kind of spamming? Here's why
Jessica Radcliffe Orca Attack Video is fake and has been shared by unverified accounts. Multiple videos circulating on social media claim to show a marine trainer named Jessica Radcliffe being attacked by an orca. These clips, shared across platforms like TikTok, Facebook, and X, allege she died shortly after the incident. However, investigation shows the videos are AI-generated, the person is fictional, and the park mentioned does not exist. Jessica Radcliffe Orca Attack Video Social Media Clips and Suspicious Links Several X users posted short and long versions of the alleged orca attack, with captions urging viewers to click links for 'full videos.' Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass Batch-1 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass - Batch 2 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass - Batch 3 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals By Vaibhav Sisinity View Program Finance Value and Valuation Masterclass - Batch 4 By CA Himanshu Jain View Program Artificial Intelligence AI For Business Professionals Batch 2 By Ansh Mehra View Program Video 1: Shared by user @Aadya655609 claiming to have a 10-minute version. — Aadya655609 (@Aadya655609) Video 2: Posted by @1DASF00D describing it as an unbelievable orca attack. Live Events — 1DASF00D (@1DASF00D) Video 3: Uploaded by @MeerKp20450 with a six-minute clip link. — MeerKp20450 (@MeerKp20450) Video 4: Shared by @Jeni__Vijay claiming to show Radcliffe smiling before the attack. — Jeni__Vijay (@Jeni__Vijay) Another account, @taitaienoko, posted three different women's pictures, all identified as Jessica Radcliffe. All accounts are unverified and share untrusted external links. Also Read: Jessica Radcliffe Orca attack multiple videos surface on social media. Here's which one is real What the Jessica Radcliffe Orca Attack Videos Claim? The videos describe Radcliffe as a 23-year-old marine trainer performing at Pacific Blue Marine Park. They allege she was attacked by a killer whale during a show, rescued after several minutes underwater, and died ten minutes later. One version claims the attack was triggered when menstrual blood mixed with the water. Jessica Radcliffe Orca Attack Video Fact-Check Findings Fact-checking sources including Vocal Media and Kenya's The Star confirm: No credible news reports mention such an incident. No records of a marine trainer named Jessica Radcliffe exist. No such facility as Pacific Blue Marine Park is listed globally. There are no obituaries, marine park statements, or OSHA workplace incident reports. Jessica Radcliffe Orca Attack Video AI-Generated Content Indicators Experts reviewing the clips found: Voices in the footage sound computer-generated, with unnatural pauses and flat tone. Movements in the video show visual artifacts consistent with AI editing. Background details in frames appear inconsistent, another sign of AI manipulation. Also Read: Who is marine trainer Jessica Radcliffe? Here's a fact check on a viral orca attack video. See if it is real or fake Jessica Radcliffe Orca Attack Video No Official Confirmation Real fatal animal attacks are typically followed by immediate local authority reports, media coverage, and official statements from involved facilities. None exist for this alleged orca attack. This absence further supports that the Jessica Radcliffe incident never happened. Risks of Clicking Suspicious Links The circulating posts often include links leading to unverified sites. Clicking such links can expose users to malware, phishing attempts, or scams. Authorities advise avoiding any interaction with these posts and not sharing unverified content. FAQs Is the Jessica Radcliffe orca attack video real? No. The video is AI-generated, the person does not exist, and there is no record of such an incident at any marine park. Why are such fake videos shared online? They are often created to attract clicks, spread misinformation, or lure users to suspicious links that may contain scams or malware.
Economic Times
7 hours ago
- Health
- Economic Times
Shocking scene: Arkansas doctor loses license until 2030 over lewd clinic incident
A family doctor in Arkansas has been banned from practicing medicine for the next five years because of disturbing claims. A video from 2019 showed him walking around his clinic unclothed and doing things that were not appropriate. After a heated disciplinary hearing, the state medical board voted to take away his license until 2030. Dr. David Diffine, a family doctor in Blytheville, Arkansas, won't be able to practice medicine again until at least August 2030. This is because of a shocking video that came out in 2019. The video, which was shot in his Mississippi County clinic, showed him walking around with no clothes except for a ball cap and, at one point, engaging in explicit acts. The Arkansas Medical Board watched the video at a recent hearing to decide what to do about it. Nick Shull, a witness for the Attorney General's office, said that the video also looked like it showed Dr. Diffine walking into the reception area, where three women who worked there and were also patients were. It was said that one of the women took part in the act, as quoted in a report by the Hindustan Times. ALSO READ: Swifties on high alert! Taylor Swift might drop a surprise album on August 13- here's exactly what she's been up to lately During the hearing, Deputy Attorney General Doralee Chandler asked Dr. Diffine directly about things he had said before, like that he wasn't naked in front of clients. When Chandler asked him if he had lied to investigators, he said, "I mean, yeah."When asked, Diffine agreed that getting the patient's permission didn't make the behavior less serious. Chandler said he tried to downplay what happened, but he failed several polygraph tests and lied to the police many Diffine said he was a nudist and that the meeting was okay with both sides. He called it "a very, very poor decision." He said what he did was wrong, but he said he wouldn't do it again, as per a Arkansas Medical Board said that allowing Dr. Diffine to keep working would put patients in the future at risk. Chandler said he couldn't trust his promises to behave better in the future because he had a history of lying and not being able to take full his last words to the board, Dr. Diffine said, "It matters to my family and friends because that's not who I am..." I made some bad choices, and I am fully responsible for board finally voted to take away his license until August 2030, which means he can't ask for it back until then. The state medical board's decision is one of the most serious disciplinary actions it's taken in a long time, which shows how bad the violations were. ALSO READ: Orca attack mystery: What really happened to marine trainer Jessica Radcliffe This case shows how high the moral and professional standards are for doctors. When doctors act unprofessionally in clinical settings, it can hurt their careers in the long run as well as hurt patients' trust. When can Dr. David Diffine apply for his medical license again?In August 2030, he may be able to apply for reinstatement. What was the main reason for the license being taken away? The main reason for the license revocation was video proof of bad behavior in his clinic and lying during the investigation. clinic and lying during the investigation.
CBC
7 hours ago
- General
- CBC
Search for B.C.'s Best Symbol continues
Search for B.C.'s Best Symbol continues News Duration 2:31 Over the past four weeks, we have asked British Columbians about what the best symbol in this province is. And we've gone down from a list of 64 to just 4 left: the Orca, Red Cedar, Totem Pole, and the B.C. Flag.
