Philadelphia mass shooting: Victim's families attend prayer vigil at Kingsessing church

An Ayrshire nursing home where 22 people died during a Covid-19 outbreak at the height of the pandemic has made considerable improvements to its care provision.

Amanza Smith is making her well-kept secret relationship, Instagram official!The star took to Instagram to praise her mystery man — whose name she hasn't shared yet. The mom of two shared a video of her and her beau enjoying the sunshine as they share a drink out of a coconut. Smith glances at her boyfriend as he finishes sipping through his straw, and the couple shares a brief kiss before the reality star smiles into the camera.

Janette Manrara has bravely opened up on her experience with labour after she was advised to give birth to her newborn baby daughter Lyra via A C-section a few days ago, and revealed she's on medication for a subsequent health issue.The former Strictly Come Dancing professional and now It Takes Two presenter is currently living in her baby bubble with husband Aljaž Škorjanec as they welcomed their first child together on July 28. Speaking to her 564,000 followers, the proud mum-of-one, 39, revealed that she had been struggling with a painful and "itchy" rash on her post-pregnancy belly as a result of having an operation. Filming herself getting some rest on the sofa while baby Lyra slept soundly next to her, and Slovenian fellow-dancer Aljaž, 33, lay on the floor watching TV, Janette smiled.

It takes two days’ journey at least from Honiara, capital of the Solomon Islands, to reach the mountain village of Kuvamiti to provide and deliver routine health care and immunization for the people who live and work there. Supply efforts and logistics were even more arduous during the COVID-19 pandemic. A COVID-19 vaccination team driver and his colleague were nearly lost to strong undersurface river currents late last year near Kuvamiti.

ITV viewers may not be aware of a "seriously bad" eye condition The Chase host Bradley Walsh suffers from. The former Corrie star has opened up in the past about his blepharitis diagnosis and the impact on his life.

Pete Davidson is hitting the stage for the first time since entering rehab last month.ET can confirm that Davidson has booked two sold-out shows on Tuesday, Aug.1, at the Improv in Dania, Florida. Additionally, Davidson will be on the road next month for a limited run alongside fellow comedians John Mulaney and Jon Stewart.The September shows will see the trio in Springfield, Massachusetts, on Sept. 8; Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, on Sept.

Madonna couldn’t miss Beyoncé.

Madonna got some love on Sunday night as she attended Beyoncé's concert in East Rutherford, New Jersey, following a recent health scare. After the 64-year-old «Material Girl» singer was spotted in the crowd at MetLife Stadium during Queen Bey's, Beyoncé gave Madonna some love while performing her hit single, «Break My Soul.»«Big shoutout to the queen,» Bey said while strutting across the stage.

A travel warning has been issued to British holidaymakers heading to France this summer following dozens of cases of a tick-borne infection.

A special school in Atherton could be set to move location as the building is believed to be ‘no longer fit for purpose’.

Former X Factor contestant Cher Lloyd has revealed to her thousands of fans that she's been diagnosed with gestational diabetes.Taking to Instagram to share the concerning news, the 30 year old singer - who first shot to fame on the ITV talent series in 2010 - admitted the diagnosis left her in floods of tears, terrifying her about the future. "I got the call last week to tell me I had gestational diabetes," she wrote on an Instagram picture of a device used to assess the risk of diabetes.

Building work is set to begin on a long-awaited new health centre which will serve more than 13,000 Oldham residents.

left the hospital Monday, more than a week after developing “scary” blood clots in her legs and lungs, TMZ reports.The “Paper Hearts” singer, 30, was discharged from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles to recover at home, unidentified sources told the outlet.The Post reached out to Kelly’s representatives for comment.TMZ reported doctors are still not sure what caused the blood clots that prompted Kelly to be rushed to the hospital in “really serious” condition after collapsing at dinner with friends on July 23.Sources had said the singer was “out for awhile” before being taken to Cedars-Sinai in her own car rather than by ambulance.Kelly shared a note to fans last week on Instagram saying that she’s feeling “stronger,” but there “are still some things to uncover.”Although she’s “heartbroken,” as she was meant to be releasing her EP, her health must come first.Kelly’s husband, André Murillo, also took to Instagram to thank fans for their concern and well wishes.He shared an Instagram Story that consisted of a black screen along with lyrics from Justin Bieber’s wistful song “Where Do I Fit In,” which features vocals by Kelly.“When I’m all alone and fear is all I see / Sitting in the silence with these insecurities / It’s then you remind me, you’re holding me tight / And you love me completely, you’re always by my side.”Bieber then chimes in, “And you say to me,” to which Kelly responds, “It’ll be alright.”A post shared by tori kelly (@torikelly)He updated fans the following day on her condition.“Tori is smiling again and feeling stronger,” Murillo, 33, wrote on his Instagram Story. “Not fully out of the woods but we see the sun.

Amanda Bynes has checked into an inpatient mental health treatment center.According to a report by, Bynes checked herself into an intensive inpatient mental health treatment center in Orange County earlier this month, just a week after checking out of an outpatient treatment facility in the Los Angeles area. Sources tell the outlet that the star wanted more of a therapeutic place to live instead of living by herself at her L.A.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Paul Reubens, who is best known for playing Pee-wee Herman has died at the age of 70.The actor died on Sunday night, 30 July, after a battle with cancer. A statement posted to Instagram says: "Please accept my apology for not going public with what I’ve been facing the last six years. I have always felt a huge amount of love and respect from my friends, fans and supporters.

There’s been a new update on Amanda Bynes‘ health.

Madonna has reflected on her recent health scare after one month of being out of the hospital, sharing that she feels “lucky to be alive”.On June 24, the pop icon’s manager Guy Osears shared that Madonna had “developed a serious bacterial infection which lead to a several-day stay in the ICU”.The statement continued: “Her health is improving, however, she is still under medical care. A full recovery is expected.”On July 10, the star then announced that all her North American dates were being postponed as her current focus was on her “health and getting stronger”.A post shared by Madonna (@madonna)“Thank you for your positive energy, prayers and words of healing and encouragement.

An inspirational Lanarkshire teenager has told how she is not letting her debilitating medical condition stop her from carving out a successful career as a football referee.

Tori Kelly is on the mend following her hospitalization!

Martine McCutcheon has opened up about her recent health woes as she stunned on holiday in Mallorca.

Madonna is grateful for friends and family amid her recovery from a ‘serious bacterial infection,’ especially the support of her children. In a new Instagram post, the singer shared photos of herself with two of her children, son David Banda and daughter Lourdes Leon, as she shared her thoughts on her health scare. Madonna is also mom to son Rocco Ritchie and Chifundo "Mercy" James.

Madonna is paying tribute to her children amid her recent health scare.The 64-year-old singer took to Instagram to share a lengthy thank you to her kids alongside a few photos of her family members, who she says supported her during her time in the hospital for a bacterial infection.«Love from family and friends is the best Medicine. One month out of the hospital and I can reflect. As a Mother you can really get caught up In the needs Of your children and the seemingly endless giving………… But when the chips were down my children really showed up for me.

Tori Kelly‘s husband André Murillo is sharing another update on her health after she was reportedly hospitalized and treated for blood clots.

Martine McCutcheon has opened up about her health struggles while she enjoys a holiday in Mallorca with her family. The former EastEnders star looked amazing in a video she posted on Instagram, wearing a beautiful polka dot dress.

Tori Kelly's husband André Murillo is sharing another update on her health after she was reportedly hospitalized and treated for blood clots. In a post shared to his Instagram Stories Saturday, Murillo thanked everyone who has prayed for Kelly amid the health scare and assured fans that the 30-year-old singer is «doing so much better.»«I just want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart to everyone who has prayed for Tori and sent any ounce of love her way,» Murillo wrote. «I believe it moved mountains.

A 26-year-old man died after being shot multiple times in North Philadelphia. PHILADELPHIA - Authorities say a young man died after he was shot multiple times Tuesday night in North Philadelphia. Officers from the Philadelphia Police Department were called to the 2700 block of North Hicks Street around 7:30 p.m.

PHILADELPHIA - If there's one thing Philadelphians love, it's Philly wordplay, which could explain the winner of the city's public restroom naming poll. The city asked, and you voted ‘Philly Phlush’ as the name for Philadelphia's six standalone public bathrooms located across the city. Other name options included ‘Philly Loo’ and ‘Philly Public Restroom.' Results shared by the city showed Philly Plush winning in a landslide.Only two of the restrooms are currently open in North Philadelphia and Center City.

WASHINGTON - A suspect in the fatal shooting of a Kentucky teacher on Catholic University's campus has been arrested, D.C. Police Chief Ashan Benedict told FOX 5 Tuesday.After obtaining an arrest warrant, officers arrested22-year-old Jaime Maceo, of Northwest, D.C. He has been charged with first-degree murder while armed.Chandra Emerson, the mother of the victim, told FOX 5 that police notified her of the arrest.  "It helps to know that he is off the streets and the community is safer," she said.

PHILADELPHIA - One person is dead and another is in police custody after an incident involving two stolen cars in Philadelphia on Monday morning, officials say. According to authorities, police responded to the 7300 block of Hill Road in the Upper Roxborough section of the city. Police say they found an unidentified man, believed to be in his late teens, struck by another vehicle after the car he was driving crashed on the roadway. According to investigators, both cars were identified as stolen. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESMedics transported the man to Lankenau Hospital, where he was pronounced at 7 a.m., officials say. One person is in police custody, according to authorities. This is a developing story.

WEST PHILADELPHIA - More gun violence broke out inside a West Philadelphia house late Saturday after someone took aim and shot a man in the back, killing him.The shooting happened Saturday around 4:30 in the afternoon, on the 300 block of North 52nd Street, according to authorities.Responding officers found the victim on the second floor of a house with a gunshot wound to his back.MORE HEADLINES:Medics rushed the man to Penn Presbyterian Medial Center, where he was initially listed in extremely critical condition. Within hours, the man succumbed to his injury and died.Police are actively investigating the shooting, though no weapons have been found and no arrests have been announced.___Tips can be submitted by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477) or texting PPD TIP (773847).

NORTHEAST PHILADELPHIA - Saturday night’s Powerball jackpot is only the 10th largest in Powerball history. It is still a life-changing amount of money.With numbers like $615 million for the Powerball, and $480 million for Mega Millions, people were coming out in droves, buying their tickets at shops like Sunny Cigarettes in Northeast Philadelphia."Pretty busy today, I’ll say busier than normal.

NORTH WILDWOOD, NJ. - North Wildwood fire crews responded to a house fire that caused one fatality on Thursday afternoon.Authorities say fire crews responded to a reported structure fire at 2203 New York Avenue at 4:16 p.m., and police officers on the scene informed them of a potential victim trapped inside. Firefighters on scene described the structure as a 1 ½ story residence with smoke and fire showing. Fire crews initiated an aggressive interior fire attack as a search for people began and firefighters found a victim in a rear bedroom after four minutes, according to officials.Authorities say firefighters evacuated the victim through a window, then moved them to a stretcher and initiated CPR. The victim was then transported by ambulance to Cape Regional Medical Center, where they were pronounced dead at 5:05 p.m. No additional injuries were reported. Officials say the fire was placed under control around 4:30 p.m. The Cape May County Fire Marshal's Office is investigating. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

PHILADELPHIA - A Pennsylvania grand jury investigating child sexual abuse in the Jehovah’s Witnesses community has charged another five people with raping or molesting children as young as 4, the latest developments in an ongoing probe that has identified 14 suspects.Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry, at a Friday news conference, said that while the misconduct dates back years or even decades, "the trauma endures for these victims."Henry did not address the church’s handling of complaints, but said the investigation would continue.Critics say that Jehovah's Witnesses elders have treated child sexual abuse as a sin rather than a crime, documenting complaints in internal files but not reporting them to authorities. And they say the church often required a second witness to substantiate a complaint, a standard that can be impossible to meet when perpetrators often isolate their victims.Church spokesman Jarrod Lopes has challenged those conclusions, saying that elders comply with reporting requirements and that members are also free to report sexual assault to authorities.

NORTH PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia police are investigating a shooting that left a 30-year-old woman in critical condition, after she was shot multiple times.25th District officers were called to the 600 block of West Westmoreland Street, in North Philadelphia, Thursday night, around 8:30, on the report of a shooting, officials said.Officers found the woman on the street with multiple gunshots, including in her abdomen, back and leg.They rushed her to Temple University Hospital where she was placed in critical condition.Investigators are actively searching for a suspect or suspects, but say no weapons have been found and no arrests have been made.___Tips can be submitted by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477) or texting PPD TIP (773847). Tips can also be submitted anonymously online, here.

FILE - Police lights are shown in a close up image. (Credit: FOX TV Stations) DOVER, Del. - A Delaware man was sentenced to life in prison Thursday for his role in a street feud involving a drug kingpin that resulted in the kidnapping and slaying of a woman and the shooting of a 6-year-old boy.Dion Oliver, 43, was sentenced to the mandatory life term after he was convicted in federal court of kidnapping resulting in death.

CLEMENTON, N.J. - A New Jersey family is counting their blessings after the youngest of their three children almost didn’t survive a horrific car accident. He was in a coma and, for a while, it was day-to-day."Of all the days that there could be, this is probably one of the best days ever," Donna Lewis said.

PHILADELPHIA - A gunman accused of killing five innocent people during a shooting spree through the streets of Philadelphia appeared before a judge Wednesday morning.Kimbrady Carriker, 40, was arraigned by video conference on 10 sets of charges for 10 victims, including those who were murdered, wounded by gunfire and injured during the chaos.Officials say Carriker was taken into custody after he was cornered by officers during the deadly Kingsessing shooting. He was wearing a bulletproof vest, and armed with an AR-style rifle and a handgun.Another handgun, along with ammunition that matched shell casings found at the scene, were recovered during a search of the suspect's home, officials announced during a press conference Wednesday.The DA's office also said a handwritten will dated June 23 was also found at Carriker's home.

PHILADELPHIA - The brother of a young man who was killed in a mass shooting in Philadelphia said his brother had just stepped outside to go to the store when he was fatally shot."Just walked out of the house, I guess [the shooter] was right there and shot him twice," Dominque Evans said. "It's just sad, this is stuff you see on TV, not real life, that's why I'm so shocked."Lashyd Merritt was one of five people who were gunned down Monday night when police say a lone gunman armed with a rifle and a handgun began his murderous rampage at 56th and Chester. The 40-year-old shooter, identified by police sources as Kimbrady Carriker, is accused of shooting "aimlessly" at both occupied vehicles and people on the street.

PHILADELPHIA - Authorities have identified five people who were killed when they say a gunman opened fire through the streets of a Philadelphia neighborhood Monday evening. Police say the barrage of gunfire began around 8:30 p.m. when officers were flagged down at the intersection of 56th and Chester streets in Kingsessing. Responding officers discovered multiple gunshot victims and spent shell casings at that scene and continued to hear gunfire coming from nearby on Frazier Street. Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw says officers caught up with the gunman and were able to corner him in a back alley on the 1600 block of Frazier Street and take him into custody.Police say charges are pending against the 40-year-old male suspect.

PHILADELPHIA - A night of terror in Philadelphia became even more violent when three people were struck by gunfire in a separate shooting on the eve of July 4.Three victims were found injured when police responded to the 5600 block of Chew Street just before 10 p.m. Monday.A 32-year-old man was shot in the leg; a 19-year-old man shot in the lower body; and 31-year-old man shot in the face.MORE HEADLINES:All three were taken to a local hospital in stable condition.

NORTHEAST PHILADELPHIA - A man is fighting for his life after someone stabbed him multiple times in Northeast Philadelphia.The incident happened on the 1400 block of Wellington Street Sunday evening, just after 6:30 p.m., officials said.Responding officers found the man, thought to be somewhere in his 50s, stabbed once in his back, once in the chest and once in the abdomen.He was taken to Jefferson Torresdale Hospital and listed in critical condition.Police are actively investigating the stabbing. They say no weapon has been found and no arrests have been made.___Tips can be submitted by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477) or texting PPD TIP (773847).

BALTIMORE, Md. - Gunfire erupted at a block party in Baltimore on Sunday — killing two people, wounding 28 and leaving an extensive crime scene that marred the U.S. holiday weekend, police said. Three of the wounded were in critical condition and more than a dozen were under 18.The shooting took place just after 12:30 a.m.

FISHTOWN - Philadelphia’s July 4th celebration Sunday night took place along the Delaware River waterfront at Rivers Casino, with a big party on the pier and fireworks lighting the night sky.It was the place to be for many people from all over the area, all celebrating the country’s independence."Glad to be down here! I’m glad it didn’t rain and I’m just waiting for everything to kick off so I can get my party on!" Antoinette Hannibal exclaimed."To enjoy the city!" Twanna Vans said. "To get some good food, hear some good music, hopefully and just have a nice time out celebrating."RELATED COVERAGE:So, it’s the second year for all the food, fun and festivities on the pier and it’s bigger and better than ever.

WEST PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia police are investigating a shooting in West Philadelphia that left an 18-year-old in critical condition.The shooting happened on the 300 block of South 58th Street, just before 9:30, out on the street, officials said.Responding officers found the young man suffering with a gunshot wound in his back.He was rushed to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center where he was listed in critical condition.Police are actively looking for a suspect or suspects and say no weapons have been found.___Tips can be submitted by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477) or texting PPD TIP (773847). Tips can also be submitted anonymously online, here.

PHILADELPHIA - Several shots were fired in Philadelphia's Grays Ferry section early Saturday morning, leaving at least one man injured.Officers responded to the 1500 block of South Bailey Street around 3 a.m.

OLD CITY - Protesters filling Chestnut Street in Old City Thursday night outside the Museum of the American Revolution and demonstrators hurling insults at members of Moms for Liberty, arriving by bus for their opening night event and annual summit."I think these people are a sham and they’ve completely twisted reality and absolutely this is an insult to Philadelphians. This is the birthplace of democracy," Dorothy Daub Grossman stated.The Center City Marriott under heavy security as the headquarters for the group’s weekend event.

PHILADELPHIA - Authorities in Philadelphia are investigating a spate of violent abductions and robberies that they believe may have been carried out by members of the same group.The Philadelphia Police Department's Special Victim's Unit outlined three incidents that happened within a 24-hour period between Tuesday and Wednesday. Authorities say a woman was walking along the 1200 block of Academy Road around 4:30 a.m. Tuesday when she was robbed at gunpoint and forced into a U-Haul van by four gunmen. Several items were taken from the victim, according to police, and she was punched in the face and shot at twice as she exited the U-Haul van. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESA short time later, investigators say a man was using a drive-thru ATM machine at a TD Bank of the 6300 block of Roosevelt Boulevard when he was boxed in by a U-Haul cargo van. Two gunmen exited the van and demanded the victim to withdraw money from the ATM before stealing his 2011 Mercades-Benz. The suspects in both incidents are described by police as 3-4 Black males in the late teens or early 20s.

Madonna’s recent health scare has garnered significant attention and concern. Amidst fears for her well-being, her management team held a crisis meeting on Zoom to discuss the situation.