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Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Pictured: Schoolgirl, 13, killed when javelin thrown during PE lesson went through her EYE
This is the tragic schoolgirl who died after she was speared through the eye by a javelin during a school PE lesson. Anastasia Ryzhenko, 13, lay in a coma in hospital for four days but never regained consciousness. She was hit when a boy named Timur, 16, who, it is alleged, was not properly supervised, threw a javelin during the training session in Prokhladny, Russia. Friends posted heartfelt messages to tragic Anastasia. 'We will never forget you, my love,' said one. A friend Darya posted: 'Kingdom of heaven, our baby.' The dead girl's grieving mother Elena posted her 'deepest gratitude' to ambulance paramedics, doctors and intensive care nurses who fought to save tragic Anastasia's life. Earlier the mother claimed the coach Vladimir Miroshnichenko, 51, had placed her daughter and the male student opposite each other and 'turned away' when the 7ft javelin was thrown. Timur only called out a warning to the girl when it was too late, the mother alleged. 'Not before throwing the spear, but at that very moment he threw it, then he called out to her,' she said. 'She raised her head, and the spear hit her in the eye.' The schoolgirl's eye socket was pierced and her jaw broken, according to reports. She began to bleed internally into the lungs. Tragic Anastasia would have turned 14 on May 31. The Russian Investigative Committee is probing the incident but has not announced its conclusions yet. Both the victim and the thrower were keen young javelin athletes. The javelin training in remote Kabardino-Balkaria region was not at a specially equipped base but on an ordinary field at Kolos sport school. 'The boy's mother does not admit her son's guilt at all,' said Elena. 'During all this time, she never came. And the coach didn't come, only on the day of the funeral. 'As a mother, I would have crawled on my knees pleading: 'Forgive me, excuse me, maybe I can help, let me at least take you there?' 'Not a single one came, they didn't say: "Forgive me, excuse me". 'Yes, I understand that I don't need their "forgive me". No one could bring her daughter back', she said. A local social activist and blogger Anastasia Yemelyanova also raised safety concerns. 'During a javelin throwing training session, a boy accidentally hit a girl. The girl lay in a coma for several days and died without regaining consciousness,' she posted in a video. 'A terrible tragedy. Simply unimaginable. It is simply beyond the comprehension of any normal person what the parents are feeling now…. 'I am a mother myself and I cannot even imagine such a thing and do not want to. [This happened] without bothering with child safety standards in bothering… 'The child is dead. I just can't wrap my head around how this can happen, how this can happen.' She said Miroshnichenko and the athletes had used a field 'without bothering with child safety standards in advance'. A security guard who let them use the facilities had been fired, she said. 'Sports schools, coaches, physical education teachers, because this can happen too,' she said. 'Do you even think with anything? Do you think with your head or with anything when you do something? You work with children, you understand? With children! 'They are not adults who understand the consequences of their actions. And these are children! And since you work with them, you should anticipate everything and comply with safety standards.' The committee has opened a criminal case into Anastasia's death. The boy 'left without the supervision of the teacher conducting the lesson, threw a javelin, which hit the head of an underage pupil of the school born in 2011,' it said in a statement. 'The victim was immediately taken to a medical facility to receive medical assistance, where she died a few days later from the injuries she received.' The statement said: 'The investigation has studied all the circumstances of the incident, interrogated eyewitnesses, employees of the sports school and the relevant ministry, seized documentation regulating the procedure for conducting field training sessions and ensuring safety, and other measures are being taken to collect evidence. 'The actions of those responsible will be given a proper legal assessment.' It was not clear whether the coach - who has not commented on the girl's death - had been detained pending the investigation.
Daily Mail
25-05-2025
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Horrific twist of fate that saw girl, 13, killed by a javelin thrown into her EYE during school lesson emerges - as mother condemns PE teacher
A mother whose teenage daughter was killed after a javelin speared her through the eye in a sports field horror has condemned her child's PE teacher and the 16-year-old boy who threw the lance. Anastasia R, 13, died in hospital four days after the freak incident in Prokhladny, Russia on May 3. Speaking out about the tragedy, the teen's mother Elena said coach Vladimir Miroshnichenko, 51, had his back turned to his class when the 7-ft-long javelin was thrown by a student named only as Timur. And in a shocking twist of fate, the javelin only struck the victim in the eye because she looked up just at the last moment when the boy called out a warning, Elena has alleged. 'Not before throwing the spear, but at that very moment he threw it, then he called out to her,' the grieving mother has said. 'She raised her head, and the spear hit her in the eye.' Anastasia, whose eye socket was pierced, also had her jaw broken and began to bleed internally into her lungs, according to reports. She was rushed to hospital and remained in intensive care, but died four days later from her terrible wounds. Anastasia would have turned 14 later this month. Elena also condemned Timur's mother for not admitting to her 'son's guilt.' 'As a mother, I would have crawled on my knees pleading: 'Forgive me, excuse me, maybe I can help,' Elena said. She also criticised them for failing to attend Anastasia's funeral. 'Not a single one came, they didn't say: 'Forgive me, excuse me'. The Russian Investigative Committee has opened a criminal case into Anastasia's death. It said in a statement that the 'left without the supervision of the teacher conducting the lesson, threw a javelin, which hit the head of an underage pupil of the school born in 2011. 'The victim was immediately taken to a medical facility to receive medical assistance, where she died a few days later from the injuries she received.' 'The investigation has studied all the circumstances of the incident, interrogated eyewitnesses, employees of the sports school and the relevant ministry, seized documentation regulating the procedure for conducting field training sessions and ensuring safety, and other measures are being taken to collect evidence,' it added. 'The actions of those responsible will be given a proper legal assessment.' Officials are also assessing the actions of the teacher who left the students unsupervised. The regional prosecutor's office has initiated its own review into the quality of services provided by the sports school. It was not clear whether the coach - who has not commented on the girl's death - had been detained pending the investigation. The teen's death comes after an Australian high school student was impaled by a javelin in a freak accident during a PE lesson back in 2020. The 12-year-old boy pierced his groin when he tripped over the razor-sharp gym equipment at Saint Stephen's College in the northern Gold Coast suburb of Coomera. The boy still had parts of the javelin inside his body when he arrived at the Gold Coast University Hospital after fire crews had broken off the ends with cutting equipment. The boy is believed to have fallen on top of the javelin after he tried to jump over it while it was stuck in the ground, The Courier-Mail reported. The same year in Australia, a man in his 60s was impaled by a javelin after he fell three metres through a roof. The horrific incident happened in Gladstone, Queensland.
Indian Express
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Bulldozer action at Taimoor Nagar: What's the story behind this Delhi locality by the Yamuna?
No one knows who Taimoor Nagar in Delhi is named after. One could surmise it was a derivation of Turkish-Mongol conqueror Timur or Tamerlane, founder of the Timurid Empire, who invaded India in the 14th Century. But history records do not confirm this. Today, Taimoor Nagar is better known as a densely populated locality in Southeast Delhi, near the upscale neighbourhoods of New Friends Colony and Maharani Bagh. And it found itself in the spotlight this week for all the wrong reasons. On Monday, illegal structures near the Taimoor Nagar drain — which feeds into the Yamuna and is choked with garbage — were razed. The action was carried out by the Delhi Development Authority on the orders of the Delhi High Court. The HC Saturday refused to stay the demolition of encroachments around the drain and attributed the flooding in various parts of the Capital — including in South Delhi — last Friday following showers and thunderstorms to the inability of the drain to discharge rainwater downstream due to the encroachments. The neighbourhood's proximity to the Yamuna has meant the area has often been in the news for encroachments on floodplain land and poor drainage infrastructure. It has also faced several eviction and demolition drives over the years, particularly those linked to environmental concerns or court orders regarding illegal construction. The settlement in Taimoor Nagar came up when people were displaced from Rajghat in 1986, said Biswajit Mohanty, Professor of Political Science at Deshbandhu College, Delhi University. 'The people were mostly from Bihar and Uttar Pradesh — three-fourth of the population is Muslim, while the rest are Hindus.' According to Mohammad Tazeem, who teaches history at the Senior Secondary School in Jamia Millia Islamia, Taimoor Nagar is constructed on the lands of two villages, Kilokari and Khizarabad. 'Kilokari and Khizarabad were established during the Sultanate period, he said. 'Before that, these were small settlements of Gujjars and Ahirs.' He added, 'Khizarabad is named after the son of Alauddin Khilji — Khizr Khan. As for Kilokari, it is named after Kaikubad, the grandson of Sultan Balban. These villages became populated in the 13th and 14th century.' Kilokari also has a Sufi connection. It is also believed that the earliest documented Sufi presence in Delhi can be traced to Khwaja Qutbuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki, the successor of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti of Ajmer, who is believed to have first settled in Kilokari — then a quiet riverside hamlet near the present-day Ashram area. With the Yamuna flowing beside it, Kilokari offered the solitude and natural setting ideal for a Sufi mystic's meditation and spiritual practice. British civil servant and historian H C Fanshawe, in his 1902 book, Delhi: Past and Present, described Kilokari as a scenic riverside village that once served as a royal retreat. He noted that it was frequented by Mughal prince Humayun and known for its gardens and proximity to the Yamuna. Currently, Taimoor Nagar falls under the Okhla Assembly constituency.
What's On
01-05-2025
- What's On
Fly under Dhs500: The cheapest flights you can take in May
It's never too early for travel inspiration with the cheapest flights… Holiday season is a state of mind and has nothing to do with whether we actually have holidays or not. But thankfully for us with the approaching summer, now is the time for travel inspiration. If you're looking to grab a flight and jet away to picturesque locations very soon, this guide to some of the cheapest flights you can book this season may be helpful. To Alexandria on Wizz Air: from Dhs514 Alexandria, Egypt, is a historic Mediterranean city known for its rich past and coastal charm. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, today, it boasts stunning beaches, vibrant markets, and cultural landmarks like the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa and the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina. If you book with Wizz Air, you can make a round trip for Dhs514 this month – cheeky, but still really good. Book here . To Yerevan on Wizz Air: from Dh434 The Armenian capital beckons. If you book your trip to Yerevan for May, you'll get the best deal at Dhs434 for a roundtrip. Throughout May is the best time to travel to Yerevan in this period. Yerevan is beautiful, marked by grand Soviet-era architecture. Book here . To Samarkand on Wizz Air: from Dhs434 If this isn't a deal, we don't know what is. You can fly to Samarkand and back for as little as Dhs434 if you plan your trip in May. The beautiful city in Uzbekistan has much to see, with mosques, mausoleums and a lot of history. Prominent landmarks include Registan Square, a plaza bordered by 3 ornate, majolica-covered madrassas dating back to the 15th and 17th centuries, and Gur-e-Amir, the towering tomb of Timur (Tamerlane), founder of the Timurid Empire. Book here . To Baku on Wizz Air: from Dhs434 Bank Baku for May for Wizz Air fares for the heart of Azerbaijan are still deal-worthy in this month. If you book to fly in May, you can get a round trip for as little as Dhs434. Baku is not just the capital, but also the commercial hub of the country, and a great place to start exploring the region. Book here. To Dammam on Wizz Air: from Dhs234 The Saudi Arabian city is a is a sweet coastal dream and more laid-back as compared to cities like Riyadh and Jeddah. If you fly Wizz Air throughout May, you'll make a roundtrip for as little as Dhs234. It's the perfect speedy, neighbourhood getaway. Book here. To Bishkek on Wizz Air: from Dhs514 Wizz Air stays providing unbelievably cheap deals on flights to beautiful destinations and this flight to Bishkek will cost you only Dhs514 for a round trip from Abu Dhabi if you book for the month of May. The stunning capital of Kyrgyzstan is a bucket-list destination for sure, with loads of culture, history and natural beauty to soak up. Book here . @wizzair Images: Supplied/Getty > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
What's On
28-01-2025
- What's On
Fly under Dhs500: The cheapest flights you can take in February
It's never too early for travel inspiration with the cheapest flights… Holiday season is a state of mind and has nothing to do with whether we actually have holidays or not. Which is why every time is the right time for travel inspiration. If you're looking to grab a flight and jet away to picturesque locations very soon, this guide to some of the cheapest flights you can book this season may be helpful. Whether for the a weekend trip or a cheeky mid-month getaway – it's your choice – these are the cheapest flights you can take. To Bucharest on Wizz Air: from Dhs478 Stunning and historical, Bucharest, in southern Romania, is the country's capital and commercial center. Its iconic landmark is the massive, communist-era Palatul Parlamentului government building, which has 1,100 rooms. You'll get a round trip for as little as Dhs478. Book here. To Kutaisi on Wizz Air: from Dhs438 Georgia has fast become a hotspot for UAE residents to vacation at. What with the short travel time, generally cheap flights and local costs that won't break your bank, it's essentially the perfect quick getaway. And it is stunning after all. If you book to fly in late February, you can fly a roundtrip for as little as Dhs438. Book here . To Yerevan on Wizz Air: from Dh478 The Armenian capital beckons. If you book your trip to Yerevan for early December, you'll get the best deal at Dhs478 for a roundtrip. Throughout February is the best time to travel to Yerevan in this period. Yerevan is beautiful, marked by grand Soviet-era architecture. Book here . To Samarkand on Wizz Air: from Dhs478 If this isn't a deal, we don't know what is. You can fly to Samarkand and back for as little as Dhs478 if you plan your trip in February. The beautiful city in Uzbekistan has much to see, with mosques, mausoleums and a lot of history. Prominent landmarks include Registan Square, a plaza bordered by 3 ornate, majolica-covered madrassas dating back to the 15th and 17th centuries, and Gur-e-Amir, the towering tomb of Timur (Tamerlane), founder of the Timurid Empire. Book here . To Baku on Wizz Air: from Dhs518 Bank Baku for February for Wizz Air fares for the heart of Azerbaijan are still deal-worthy in the upcoming month. If you book now to fly in February, you can get a round trip for as little as Dhs518 – a bit cheeky, but you're getting a bang for your buck. Baku is not just the capital, but also the commercial hub of the country, and a great place to start exploring the region. Book here. To Dammam on Wizz Air: from Dhs338 The Saudi Arabian city is a is a sweet coastal dream and more laid-back as compared to cities like Riyadh and Jeddah. If you fly Wizz Air throughout February, you'll make a roundtrip for as little as Dhs278. It's the perfect speedy, neighbourhood getaway. Book here. To Amman on Wizz Air: from Dhs438 Amman calls; we must answer. The capital of Jordan is laced with incredible history to discover, and is a modern city with ancient origins. Atop Jabal al-Qala'a hill, the historic Citadel includes the pillars of the Roman Temple of Hercules and the 8th-century Umayyad Palace complex, known for its grand dome. Fly to Amman for as little as Dhs438 for a roundtrip with Wizz Air, if you travel in late February. Book here. @wizzair Images: Supplied/Getty > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
