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3 hours ago
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Businessman mauled to death by lion after stepping out of his tent to use the toilet during overnight safari
EATEN ALIVE Businessman mauled to death by lion after stepping out of his tent to use the toilet during overnight safari A BUSINESSMAN who spent large sums of money supporting Namibian desert lions has been killed by one of the predators after leaving his tent to use the loo. Dad-of-two Bernd Kebbel, 59, was with his wife Conny on a wildlife expedition at a camp with friends in the north of the country before the horror attack. 1 A wealthy philanthropist who spent large sums of money supporting desert lions has been killed by one Credit: Supplied The tragedy unfolded when Kebbel got up in the early hours of Friday morning. The philanthropist climbed down a ladder from the safety of his rooftop tent mounted on the top of a 4x4, before the beast lunged at him. His desperate screams woke up the rest of the shocked camp in Namibia who rushed to his rescue in the darkness. They bravely chased off the lioness before it could devour its victim. Namibian police said nothing could be done to save the keen outdoorsman who was killed almost instantly in the savage ordeal. His body was covered up until authorities could arrive. It is believed that the lioness with cubs - named by locals as Charlie - may be hunted and shot dead. A Namibian lion expert said: 'Thankfully it would have been quick as a human is no match for a lioness that is in its prime. 'There are only about 60 desert lions in this region of Kunane where the attack happened and in this particular area around the Hoanib Camp maybe a dozen at the very most." The expert added: 'The desert lions have adapted to the harsh and burning desert environment and have become extremely adept night-time hunters as there is no cover for them during the day." The businessman has two grown-up children, Dieter and Heidi, both in their late twenties. They are said to have moved to South Africa where they went to university before pursuing their careers. It is understood they are flying home to comfort their devastated mum Conny, 57, at their home in the capital Windhoek. Kebbel owned the Off-Road-Centre in Namibia's main city Windhoek which bought and sold 4x4 safari vehicles and accessories needed in the wild. Lion expert Izak Smit said that Namibia's most famous lion expert Dr Philip 'Flip' Stander had named an adult male Kebbel in his honour. He said it was to recognise the large sums of money he paid into looking after lions. More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos. Like us on Facebook at TheSunUS and follow us on X at @TheUSSun
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
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Duck Dynasty patriarch Phil Robertson dies at 79 after health battle as family reveal his final message
Robertson's family updated fans on his health battles just weeks before his death 'DUCK COMMANDER' DEAD Duck Dynasty patriarch Phil Robertson dies at 79 after health battle as family reveal his final message PHIL Robertson, best known for starring on the hit show Duck Dynasty, has died at the age of 79. The TV reality show patriarch had been battling Alzheimer's, according to his family. Advertisement 2 Phil Robertson, star of Duck Dynasty, has died at the age of 79 Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 2 Robertson had been battling Alzheimer's in the months leading up to his death Credit: Shutterstock Editorial His death was announced by his daughter-in-law Korie. She revealed how Robertson, known as the Duck Commander, wasn't afraid of death. 'He reminded us often of the words of Paul, 'you do not grieve like those who have no hope,'' the family said in a statement shared on Facebook. 'For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him.' Advertisement 'We are grateful for his life on earth and will continue the legacy of love for God and love for others until we see him again. 'We know so many of you love him and have been impacted by his life.' Robertson's son, Jase, has also spoken out about his dad's death 'My dad has gone to be with the Lord today!' he wrote on X. Advertisement 'He will be missed but we know he is in good hands, and our family is good because God is very good! We will see him again!' Last year, Jase revealed his dad had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's. He revealed how the disease had accelerated and admitted his father was struggling. 'We're making him comfortable, and we're doing the best we can,' Jase revealed in April. Advertisement 'I think that's just what you do.' More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos. Like us on Facebook at TheSunUS and follow us on X at @TheUSSun
Scottish Sun
7 days ago
- Politics
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North Korea ‘arrests three over humiliating warship disaster' after Kim Jong-un's vow to punish those behind mishap
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) NORTH Korea has arrested three shipyard bosses after a humiliating warship launch flop that Kim Jong-un called a 'criminal act'. The 5,000-tonne destroyer – hailed as a symbol of military might – ended up crushed and listing in the harbour during a high-profile launch in the port city of Chongjin last Wednesday. 2 A satellite image of the ship covered with a blue tarp after an accident at the shipyard in Chongjin, North Korea 2 Satelite picture of the ship before the accident State media on Sunday said three officials – chief engineer Kang Jong Chol, hull workshop head Han Kyong Hak, and deputy manager Kim Yong Hak – were detained over the 'serious accident'. Kim Jong-un, who watched the botched launch unfold in person, reportedly fumed that the fiasco had 'damaged the country's dignity'. The Pyongyang tyrant has since ordered the ship to be restored by next month's ruling party meeting, with repairs already under way. KCNA said the incident was 'a criminal act caused by absolute carelessness' and insisted those involved 'can never evade their responsibility for the crime'. Satellite images showed the vessel lying on its side, covered in blue tarps. The stern appeared to have slipped into the water while the bow remained on the shipway – a spectacle experts say amplified the embarrassment for the regime. 'No matter how good the state of the warship is, the fact that the accident is an unpardonable criminal act remains unchanged,' KCNA added. South Korea's military, citing joint analysis with US intelligence, said Pyongyang's side-launch attempt of the ship had failed and left it crippled. More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos. Like us on Facebook at TheSunUS and follow us on X at @TheUSSun
Scottish Sun
22-05-2025
- Politics
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Israeli embassy ‘gunman' Elias Rodriguez charged with murder after shooting dead couple in Washington DC
Elias Rodriguez is reported to have shouted "Free Palestine" following his arrest Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MAN accused of fatally shooting two Israeli Embassy staff members told police after his arrest, "I did it for Palestine, I did it for Gaza," federal authorities have said. Elias Rodriguez is reported to have shouted "Free Palestine" following his arrest. 1 Two staff members from the Israeli embassy were shot dead outside a Jewish museum in Washington DC on Wednesday night by a gunman who shouted 'free Palestine' during his arrest Credit: Unpixs More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos. Like us on Facebook at TheSunUS and follow us on X at @TheUSSun
Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
- Politics
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Bizarre moment Trump plays ‘kill the Boer' video in front of President Ramaphosa as he doubles down on genocide claims
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) PRESIDENT Donald Trump showed a bizarre video to South Africa's leader as he insisted his country's government is allowing a "genocide" to take place on white farmers. The president dimmed the lights and shushed President Cyril Ramaphosa as he displayed a controversial clip of a rally where South Africans chanted a song appearing to call for violence. 1 President Donald Trump meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in the Oval Office on Wednesday Credit: Alamy Live News Trump hosted Ramaphosa at the White House on Wednesday to confront him about claims that South Africa's Black-led government isn't punishing people who kill white people. South Africa has strongly denied all of the allegations, and Ramphosa asked for the meeting to fix the relationship between the US and South Africa. The chat started off friendly as Trump complimented the South African golfers that Ramaphosa brought to the Oval Office. Then, Trump played a video that he said showed evidence of a genocide of white farmers in South Africa. READ MORE ON TRUMP GOLDEN TOUCH Trump unveils half-a-trillion dollar 'Golden Dome' plan to be ready by 2029 The video showed a rally from last year where attendees chanted "Kill the Boer, the farmer," which is an inflammatory anti-apartheid song. Ramaphosa tried to speak to Trump while the clip started to play, but Trump pointed at the video, telling him to pay attention. After the video ended, Trump showed printouts of articles that he claimed showed evidence of the alleged genocide. "Death, death, death," the president said as he flipped through the pages. More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos. Like us on Facebook at TheSunUS and follow us on X at @TheUSSun
