Juli Briskman, once a member of a marketing team at Akima LLC, was seen in late October giving President Donald Trump’s motorcade the finger. Briskman was riding her bike at the time she met the ominous row of cars to which she responded by flipping of the motorcade. Now, she states the viral photo has cost her her job.

The former marketing member flipped the motorcade twice prompting her to eventually confess to her employer after the photo became viral.

„I wasn’t even at work when I did that” she told the Huffington Post „But they told me I violated the code-of-conduct policy”

 

Lone cyclist responds to @POTUS motorcade shortly after departing Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Va. (Photo: @b_smialowski/@AFP) pic.twitter.com/MKM1kVIyTY

— Steve Herman (@W7VOA) October 29, 2017

By code-of-conduct, Akima meant their company social media policy, the feat itself affiliating the marketing group with Briskman’s actions. Akima expressed their desire to distance from Briskman by telling her how the act of flipping off somebody translates to „lewd” or „obscene” gestures on social media. Her bosses at Akima reportedly showed her their blue-highlighted Section 4.3 of the firm’s social media policy in an attempt to make her understand why she lost her job.

„Covered Social Media Activity that contains discriminatory, obscene malicious or threatening content… will be subject to discipline…including termination of employment.”

Briskman felt her blood starting to boil when she saw Trump’s motorcade and emphasized the fact that she is not prone to such behavior in general.

The woman blames her actions on Trump’s seemingly weak attempts of providing aid to Puerto Rico and in his effort to dismantle ObamaCare.

When asked if she regrets her actions,  Briskman stated she’s „doing better than ever.”

Akima management has yet to comment on the situation.

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New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has just signed off a bill that bans vaping in public spaces across the state. In a recent press conference, Cuomo noted that although the industry promotes e-cigarettes as a healthier alternative to tobacco products, they also carry hidden, “long-term risks to the health of users and those around them.”

The governor is confident the new law would close a “dangerous loophole” in the state’s legislation concerning the use of e-cigarettes in public.

The governor’s office confirmed that the electronic devices could be tied to adverse effects for users and non-smokers in the long run since there’s little information on what chemicals and type of nicotine the devices contain.

The law will take effect in November. The new restrictions will not apply to e-cigarette users using the devices in their homes, tobacco shops, hotel rooms, or other private venues.

E-Cigarettes Carry Risks

E-cigarettes have become more and more controversial over the years despite their huge popularity among teens and young adults. Earlier this year, most Americans couldn’t tell whether the chemicals from their e-cigarette use affected their kids.

The Surgeon general recently cited a study showing that second-hand e-cigarette aerosol contains harmful chemicals and tiny particles that can damage the lungs in the long term.

In May last year, the FDA finally banned the sale of the devices to kids and teens. The agency explained that the delay was mainly due to a lengthy process of planning a set of new rules for the nicotine delivery systems.

Lawmakers have opposing views on e-cigarettes in all states. while some regulators see them as beneficial since they provide a healthier alternative to smoking, others are concerned the devices can get kids and teens hooked to nicotine, which can encourage them to take up smoking.
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Queen fans rejoice as a first look of Rami Malek as Freddie Mercury in the Queen biopic has been released.

There is hardly anyone who has such a recognizable, iconic style as Freddie Mercury did. In the newly-revealed image, Malek sports Mercury’s signature thick moustache and touts the same confident, flamboyant personality that fans know and love the Queen sensation for.

The Queen biopic is set to release on Dec. 25, 2018 and will be titled Bohemian Rhapsody and will consist of primarily Freddie’s original vocals paired with Malek’s vocals. Attempting to accurately match the ferocity of Freddie’s vocals is no easy feat, and Malek vows that he is working tirelessly on upping his vocal game.

“We’re going to use Freddie as much as possible and use myself as much as possible,” Malek says.“I’m in Abbey Road [Studios] right now if that should say anything to you. I’m not working on my acting.”

Malek also stated that seeing himself after hair and makeup and realizing how much he does, in fact, resemble the Queen frontrunner, helped to boost his confidence in regards to the daunting task of portraying the incredible Freddie Mercury.

Bohemiam Rapsody Will Focus on Mercury’s Glory Years

Bohemian Rhapsody, which is being directed by Bryan Singer, details Mercury’s life from the beginning of Queen in 1970 until their performance at Live Aid in 1985, which occurred six years before Mercury’s tragic death from AIDS complications.

Singer told Entertainment Weekly that he is aiming for Bohemian Rhapsody not to be a “traditional biopic,” but rather a film meant to honor Queen’s music, which is why he chose to chronicle the 1970-1985 timeframe.

“It won’t just be the dark Freddie story, but that being said, that also will be honored,” Singer says. “It’s about collaboration. It’s a celebration.”

The first look of Rami Malek as Freddie, imaged above, was released on Tuesday, which would have been the late singer’s 71st birthday.

Earlier this week, the Oakland County Health Division issued a public health advisory targeting two Oakland County lakes because of their possibly being affected by HABs or harmful algal blooms. These could have started growing in the respective lakes because of the recent weather conditions.

County officials also put out warnings to visitors and residents about this danger potentially lurking in the lakes.

Oakland County Lakes With ‘Scummy’ Waters to be Avoided

The HABs issue was first identified by MDEQ officials or the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality. They spotted the potentially harmful algal blooms in the Waterford and White township’s Pontiac Lake and on the Sugden Lake of the White Lake township.

“If you see algae, avoid direct contact with it and keep pets away as well. Although algae are a natural presence in waterways, special precautions need to be followed to prevent illness,” stated Leigh-Annes Stafford.

She is an Oakland County Health Division health officer. Officials announced that they would be posting caution signs around both these lakes. However, people should be cautious even of lakes that don’t have a posted advisory but have scummy waters.

Such scum might contain clumps, foam, and flecks. It usually has a green sheen and sometimes looks like spilled paint. HABs can be dangerous for both people, pets, and the aquatic life itself.

People are urged not to swim in HABs infested waters. They are also strictly prohibited from drinking such waters or letting their pets consume it either. In general, people should not drink untreated surface water, even if it is blooms-free. It is also unwise to consume mussels or other marine animals coming from affected areas.

Oakland County Health officials point out that the symptoms of having come into contact with HABs include rashes and not only. Skin blisters, as well as hives, can also appear on the skin. Some might develop asthma-like symptoms or allergic reactions, or even sore throats and runny noses, among many others.

Those exposed should seek medical attention. The same holds true for possibly affected pets, as these should be taken to a veterinary and treated as soon as possible.

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A teen couple was arrested in Magnolia, Arkansas after allowing their newborn daughter to be bitten by rats over 100 times before seeking medical attention. The 15-day-old is currently hospitalized, doctors hoping for a full recovery.

They Were Afraid to Lose their Daughter

On Sunday, Erica Shyrock and Charles Elliott woke up in the middle of the night to their newborn daughter crying. When they turned the lights on, they discovered the child was not crying due to hunger or a dripping diaper, but rather because rats descended upon her, eating her alive.

The couple then decided it was time to seek medical attention, so they changed the baby’s clothes and took her to the hospital. There, doctors discovered that the 15-day-old’s face, arms, and fingers were covered in rat bites. Even more horrifying, it seems one of the rodent attackers took a big bite out of the infant’s forehead, exposing her skull.

Teenage parents arrested after 15 day old baby bitten more than 100 times by mice. Warning – graphic details in attached report #ARnews pic.twitter.com/I61oUdC3bO

— Greg Yarbrough (@GregYarbrough) May 16, 2017

Doctors immediately called the police who arrested Shyrock (18) and Elliot (19). Upon investigating their home, police officers found blood-soaked infant clothes, a puddle of blood, and rat prints all over the house. Furthermore, it seems the floor of the place was covered in rat droppings, suggesting the rodent infestation was well above tolerable levels.

According to the paternal grandmother, the father observed signs of rat bites earlier in the day, but refused to seek medical attention as the couple feared they would lose custody of their child if authorities found out about their rodent situation. Furthermore, during interrogation, both parents admitted to knowing about the rats and to ignoring the situation.

Now, the two are awaiting trial at the Columbia County Justice and Detention Facility. They were not offered bail and will more likely never see their child again. The baby underwent plastic surgery and is out of immediate danger.

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In an unexpected twist to the U.S. presidential campaign the FBI uncovered potentially significant material in the Hillary Clinton server case.

New emails sent through Hillary Clinton’s private server surfaced after the Federal Bureau of Investigation seized devices belonging to Huma Abedin and her husband, Anthony Weiner, in an unrelated case.  The shocking revelation was announced through a letter sent to Congress members.

“In connection with an unrelated case, the FBI has learned of the existence of emails that appear to be pertinent to the investigation.”

The initial investigation into Hillary Clinton’s unauthorized use of a private email server concluded in July with a recommendation of no criminal charges against the Democratic presidential candidate. However, in light of recent events, the FBI has decided to take investigative steps to determine if the newly discovered emails contain any classified information.

“Although the FBI cannot yet assess whether or not this material may be significant and I cannot predict how long it will take to complete this additional work, I believe it is important to update your Committees about our efforts in light of my previous testimony” declared James Comey, FBI’s director, who previously criticized Hillary Clinton as being careless. 

With less than 11 days before the US presidential election, the FBI’s decision to reopen the investigation shows how serios the discovery is. Several lawmakers questioned the timing of the letter, seeing as there is currently no evidence that Mrs Clinton or the State Department withheld information.

“Why would FBI reopen Hillary investigation unless there is evidence of more than extreme carelessness in handling classified information?” tweeted John Cornyn, second-ranking Republican in the Senate

A senior law enforcement official declared that Comey’s letter was sent out of extra caution. Although FBI’s director provided no details about the nature of the mails, the politically explosive development raises serious questions about the Democratic presidential candidate. The shocking revelation seems to have caught the Clinton campaign by surprise. Tim Kaine, Clinton’s VP running mate, said he has to “read a little more” about the situation before giving an official statement.

GOP nominee Donald J. Trump, realizing that the new development in the Hillary Clinton server case may represent a turning point in the race, was quick to add fuel to the fire. Despite the fact that he has repeatedly called the FBI corrupt and inept, during a campaign event in New Hampshire, he went on to praise the law enforcement agency.

“I have great respect for the fact that the FBI and the DOJ are now willing to right the horrible mistake that they made. This is a grave miscarriage of justice that the American people fully understand.” Donald J. Trump declared.

Comey, who is also a Republican, endured severe criticism in July after he decided not to charge Clinton. The language used by the FBI in the letter made it clear that agents will be going through the newly discovered emails to determine any intent to violate the law. Only time will tell how the Hillary Clinton server case will unfold.

An increasing amount of clown sightings have set a South Carolina community into a panic.

According to an official police report filed by South Carolina’s Greenville County Sheriff, several children in the community have been approached by clowns at the edge of the woods. The children said that the clowns repeatedly attempted to lure them deeper into the woods by offering them money. Several other children also told parents and police that the clowns said that they lived in the woods, in a house close to a pond.

Parents and authorities would have felt inclined to chalk it up to overactive imaginations or to a well thought off creepy pranks. However, the number of individual reports coupled with the fact that several clowns have been spotted by adults as well, raised a certain level of concern.

One cannot listen to the entire series of events without reserving a certain degree of skepticism. Although many concerned parents formed several search parties and ventured into the nearby woods in an attempt to find the clowns, they were unable to find any physical evidence of tomfoolery. However, they did find several tracks and some evidence of unusual activity in the woods. Nevertheless, none of the tracks or evidence pointed to clowns directly.

An Unusual Reaction to Unusual Clown Sightings

Realistically, we are all at this point in the story actually hoping that the clown sightings are a well done pranks. Children and adults reporting unusually creepy activity at the edge of a forest in a small American community is a trope of horror novels and movies alike.

Having that sort of individuals transcend into real life is a level of crazy that many people are not yet ready to deal with.

After the search parties yielded no result, there have been several reports of people discharging their weapons or opening fire towards the general direction of the woods at odd hours. Inquiries revealed that several frightened parents and people of Greenville thought they saw unusual movements in the woods and did not to take any chances.

In the United States, fear of clowns is common. Psychologists do their best to explain why clowns are frightening and why there is no shame in being afraid of the creepy-looking circus entertainers. One of the points they bring up is that our instincts panic and set us in a fight-or-flight mode when we are exposed to over-exaggerated features. Clown outfits and makeup attempt to be humorous by creating comically exaggerated human traits. Our instincts tend to kick in faster than our brain can fully analyze the situation, however, and the world ends up being innately afraid before being mildly amused.

In the past decade, a concerning number of clown sightings have been reported by people all over the United States. While some of them proved to be street entertainers taking a break, or creepy viral marketing campaigns, others have led to no evidence or presence of clowns.

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