Shark Attack Survivor in Galveston, Texas

A 19-year-old Oklahoma teen survived a shark bite in Galveston, Texas, while on vacation with her family. She had four tendons severed in her hand but is expected to make a full recovery after surgery and physical therapy.

WWII Survivor's Gratitude Towards Americans

Yves Fauvel, a survivor of the Allied bombardment in Saint-Lô, France during World War II, expresses gratitude towards Americans despite the destruction caused. French President Macron aims to balance the memory of liberation with the grief of civilians killed. The article highlights the complexities of wartime experiences and the lasting impact on survivors.

Ian Thomas Cleary's Sexual Assault Case

An American accused of sexual assault, Ian Thomas Cleary, was detained in France after a three-year international manhunt for stalking and sexually assaulting a college student. The survivor, Shannon Keeler, came forward in 2021 and pushed for justice after authorities failed to file charges for years.

Holocaust survivor combating antisemitism

Holocaust survivor Herbert Rubinstein participates in a digital campaign called #CancelHate to combat Holocaust denial and antisemitism. The campaign was launched by the Claims Conference in response to a rise in antisemitic incidents around the world.

Columbine survivor helping others feel safe

Columbine survivor, Krista Hanley, helps others feel safer by co-founding Safer Together and teaching self-defense courses at a senior community in Denver. She struggled for years to address her trauma and now focuses on community safety and trauma-informed training.

Kidnapping of 9-Year-Old Girl by Craig Ross Jr.

Craig Ross Jr. sentenced to 47 years to life in prison for kidnapping a 9-year-old girl in upstate New York. The girl bravely recounted the details of her captivity, leading to Ross Jr.'s conviction.

Key Bridge Collapse in Baltimore

A construction worker survived the Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore after a cargo ship crashed into the bridge, killing six workers. The survivor alleges workers were not told to evacuate as the ship approached the bridge. Attorneys are conducting an independent investigation into the company that owns the cargo ship. The FBI has opened a criminal probe into the collapse.

Survivor's Story of the 1994 Genocide in Rwanda

Rachel Mukantabana, a survivor of the 1994 genocide in Rwanda, shares her harrowing experience and her journey towards forgiveness and reconciliation in a village where survivors and perpetrators live together.

Avalanche at Zermatt Ski Resort

An avalanche at the luxury Swiss ski resort of Zermatt killed three people, including a 15-year-old boy from the United States. The other two victims, a man and a woman, are still being identified. A 20-year-old Swiss man was the only survivor and was seriously injured. The avalanche occurred in an out-of-bounds area due to heavy snowfall and high winds.

Survivor of Hamas Terror Attack on Israel

Survivor of Hamas terror attack on Israel recounts the pain and grief of losing friends and family members to terrorists. Shalom Shitrit, an IDF soldier, shares his journey of faith, resilience, and hope after losing his leg in the attack.

Lou Conter, Last Survivor of USS Arizona at Pearl Harbor, Dies at 102

Lou Conter, the last living survivor of the USS Arizona battleship that sank during the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor, passed away at the age of 102 due to congestive heart failure. Conter's experiences during the attack and his service in the Navy are highlighted in his autobiography 'The Lou Conter Story.'

Boat capsizing of Chinese migrants in Mexico

A boat carrying Chinese migrants capsized off the coast of Mexico, killing eight migrants. The incident is under investigation by Mexican authorities.

Death of Pearl Harbor Survivor Richard Clyde Higgins

One of the last survivors of the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, Richard Clyde Higgins, passed away at 102 in Oregon. He served as a radioman during the attack and later as a Chief Petty Officer in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was honored by his community and local officials for his service.

Pearl Harbor Survivor Dick Higgins Passing

Pearl Harbor survivor Dick Higgins, one of the few remaining survivors of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, has passed away at the age of 102. He will be laid to rest with full military honors at Arlington National Cemetery.

Tragic Vehicle Crash in Clark County, Wisconsin

A tragic vehicle crash in Clark County, Wisconsin, resulted in the deaths of nine people, with the only survivor being a toddler. The majority of passengers were from an Amish community in Virginia. A Marine veteran rescued the child from the wreckage. The investigation into the crash is ongoing.