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40 Patients Escape Psychiatric Hospital, 30 Still On The Run

Psychiatric Patients Escape

Of the 40 patients who escaped from a psychiatric hospital in Kenya, only 10 have returned to the facility. Dozens of people reportedly fled the Mathari Mental Hospital in Nairobi on Sunday morning. Security officers prevented an additional 35 from escaping. It’s believed the patients overpowered the guards before managing to force open the door… Read more »

Cheetah Scratches President of Botswana On Face

Cheetah Scratches President of Botswana On Face During South Africa Trip09876

A cheetah has scratched the face of Botswana President Ian Khama, causing minor injuries. A spokesman for President Khama, who is pictured above in a March 2013 visit to the White House, told The Associated Press the incident was “a freak accident, not an attack.” Spokesperson Jeff Ramsay added that 60-year-old Khama was not hospitalized… Read more »

Rare 25.5-Carat Blue Diamond Found In South Africa

25.5 carat blue diamond discovered in South Africa

A rare blue diamond weighing 25.5 carats has been discovered in South Africa. The stone was recovered by Petra Diamonds at its Cullinan mine, which has produced several large diamonds that were eventually sold at hefty prices. “It’s very unusual for a diamond of this quality and size to come to market,” Petra spokeswoman Cathy… Read more »

Lion Attack In African Bush Kills Woman During Outdoor Sex Act

Lion Attack during outdoor sex act

A lion attack in the African bush has killed a female who was having sex in the great outdoors. Sharai Mawera and her partner, an unidentified male, were enjoying a private moment in the African bush when they fell prey to the killer lion. A source close to the attack told news agencyMy Zimbabwe, “Unfortunately… Read more »