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2 days ago
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National EMS memorial procession to stop in Somerset
A traveling memorial honoring EMS professionals who died in the line of duty is set to appear in Somerset on Tuesday, June 24. The National EMS Memorial Service's annual procession began June 1 in Riverside, Calif., and will culminate in Arlington on July 19. The procession will make 29 stops in 19 states, including Somerset, to remember 29 EMS professionals who died in the line of duty. On June 24, Somerset-Pulaski County EMS will host the Moving Honors procession. It will take place at 11 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial Park in downtown Somerset, at the corner of W. Oak and N. Main streets. Parking is available in the First Baptist Church rear parking lot on N. Vine Street. The event will feature local speakers as well as a remembrance of Somerset-Pulaski County EMS EMT Chastian McWhorter, who died in the line of duty on April 1, 2024 as a result of a vehicular accident. He was 26 years old. The event marks one of the many stops along the 6,500-mile journey to Arlington where fallen EMS providers will be honored as part of the National EMS Memorial Service and Weekend of Honor. At the heart of the journey is a specially wrapped ambulance carrying the Tree of Life — this year's installment of the memorial bearing the names of those lost. Built by EMS volunteers, the Tree is transported with reverence and remains sealed until its unveiling at the national service. A replica Tree of Life will be on display at each stop, offering communities a space to pause, reflect, and honor lives of service. One of the Moving Honors representatives supporting this year's procession is American Medical Response (AMR) paramedic Megan Haverkamp, now in her fifth year with the crew. What began as a one-time request to drive an ambulance from Texas to Virginia has become a deeply personal tradition. Haverkamp now helps escort the Tree of Life alongside 'Chief Ted E Bear,' a comfort companion who helps children of fallen EMS providers cope with loss. 'Each stop is a moment to remember, to honor and to let families and fellow providers know that their loved ones are not forgotten,' Haverkamp said. 'What continues to move me is how everyone comes together, whether they knew the honorees personally or not, to show their love and support.' 'This moving tribute is only possible because of the shared commitment from agencies across the country and the generous support of organizations like Global Medical Response,' said Jana Williams, National EMS Memorial Service immediate past president. 'It is extraordinary witnessing so many who join alongside us to honor our fallen and to support their loved ones in such an impactful way.' The National EMS Memorial Service, founded in 1991, is a volunteer-driven organization funded solely by donors to honor fallen EMS providers and support their families and colleagues. It is the congressionally sanctioned entity that bestows the highest honor in EMS to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. While a permanent national memorial is still in development, a new panel is constructed each year and added to the Tree of Life, a temporary memorial, which continues to grow and honor those lost in the line of duty. The Moving Honors procession not only brings awareness and additional homage to the honorees but also provides a space for the public to pay respect and send messages of hope to families and EMS professionals. The REMEMBERship program is a unique way to sustain the mission of the NEMSMS, offering a simple way to donate and keep the legacy of fallen heroes alive.
Indian Express
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
MrBeast explores 2000-year-old ancient Mexican temples, enters Balankanche Cave to witness the ‘tree of life'
YouTuber Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, is back with another jaw-dropping adventure that has his fans glued to their screens. This time, the world's most-subscribed YouTuber takes us deep inside Mexico in a cinematic vlog that feels straight out of Jumanji. Titled 'I Explored 2000 Year Old Ancient Temples,' the video documents a thrilling expedition through some of the Yucatán Peninsula's most mystical sites, including Calakmul, Chichen Itza, and the enigmatic Balankanche Cave. Joined by two of his friends, MrBeast kicks off his adventure at the King's Palace before plunging into the untamed jungle. Along the way, they encounter black howler monkeys, venomous spiders, and a swarm of bats. They finally reach the sacred Balankanche Cave, where ancient Maya believed all human life began. Before entering, MrBeast and his team pause for a spiritual ritual. 'Deep inside of there is what they called the Tree of Life,' he explains. 'They believed that all of us spawned from this very majestic, beautiful tree deep in this cave.' Their local guide elaborates, 'This is so sacred that we're going to do a ceremony to ask for permission from the spirits of the cave.' A purification ritual is performed at the cave's entrance, symbolically preparing them for the journey ahead. Once granted spiritual approval, the group ventures deeper into the cave, but the path is far from easy. As they descend further, the temperature rises, making the journey even more challenging. Finally, they arrive at the awe-inspiring 'Tree of Life', a sacred Ceiba tree that the Maya believed held up the sky. But the exploration doesn't stop there. The group pushes forward, reaching sections of the cave where the air is so thin they require oxygen support to continue. Watch here: Meanwhile, INAH (Mexico's National Institute of Anthropology and History) confirmed that Donaldson's visits to several Mayan archaeological zones were carried out with full permission from the federal Ministry of Tourism and the governments of Campeche and Yucatán. INAH emphasised that its staff were present throughout the production to enforce safety and preservation protocols. However, according to a local media outlet, the Ministry of Culture in Mexico threatened sanctions and legal action against the YouTuber for allegedly misrepresenting events and violating the intended use of cultural heritage sites.
Mint
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
THE END OF AN ERA
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Mint
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
ENDED TOO SOON!
This superhero series follows Matt Murdock, a blind lawyer by day and a vigilante crime-fighter by night, as he fights against corruption in New York City. Despite its fan base and popularity, it was cancelled after three seasons on Netflix. Credit : PINTEREST Page 2 Elephants dig waterways during the dry season, providing baboons with watering holes. In return, baboons act as lookouts, producing loud warnings of approaching predators. Credit : PINTEREST Page 3 Dolphins are remarkably intelligent, and their complex social interactions allow them to communicate using clicks, whistles, and body language; each dolphin has a distinct whistle similar to a name. Credit : PEXELS Page 4 In Meghalaya's forests, living root bridges emerge from trained tree roots, connecting villages and showcasing indigenous knowledge, harmony with nature, and sustainable engineering. Credit : PEXELS Page 5 Koh Ker, once the Khmer Empire's capital, features the pyramid-shaped Prasat Thom temple, surrounded by forest, evoking Cambodia's majestic history. Credit : UNSPLASH Page 6 Vitamin C isn't just for immunity it supports glowing skin, faster healing, and fights oxidative stress. Discover superfoods that naturally pack the highest Vitamin C punch! Credit : PEXELS Page 7 Known as the 'Dynamite Tree,' this tropical plant can blast its seeds at speeds of 150 mph! Its woody fruits burst with a loud bang, sending seeds flying. Credit : PINTEREST Page 8
Mint
12-05-2025
- Science
- Mint
ANIMAL SECRET CODES
Dolphins are remarkably intelligent, and their complex social interactions allow them to communicate using clicks, whistles, and body language; each dolphin has a distinct whistle similar to a name. Credit : PEXELS Page 2 In Meghalaya's forests, living root bridges emerge from trained tree roots, connecting villages and showcasing indigenous knowledge, harmony with nature, and sustainable engineering. Credit : PEXELS Page 3 Koh Ker, once the Khmer Empire's capital, features the pyramid-shaped Prasat Thom temple, surrounded by forest, evoking Cambodia's majestic history. Credit : UNSPLASH Page 4 Vitamin C isn't just for immunity it supports glowing skin, faster healing, and fights oxidative stress. Discover superfoods that naturally pack the highest Vitamin C punch! Credit : PEXELS Page 5 Known as the 'Dynamite Tree,' this tropical plant can blast its seeds at speeds of 150 mph! Its woody fruits burst with a loud bang, sending seeds flying. Credit : PINTEREST Page 6
