Christopher Bucktin, an accomplished journalist with over 25 years of experience, including being a former Press Gazette Reporter of the Year and holding senior editorial positions, moved to the United States in 2013 to become the US Editor. Known for breaking impactful news stories, he has covered major events and conducted investigations, such as those involving the Trump administration and the Jeffrey Epstein case. Bucktin contributes weekly columns to prominent publications like the Daily Mirror, Daily Star, and Reach’s regional titles.
Shortly after the announcement of a Trump-branded smartphone by his company, Donald Trump surprisingly expressed his skepticism towards telephones, stating that he does not believe in using them. Despite his active social media presence, Trump seems to prefer avoiding voice calls and emphasized this stance while on Air Force One, indicating a preference for being physically present in Washington over utilizing phones, which he views as intrusive.
Trump reiterated his distrust of phones, suggesting that they are susceptible to surveillance, implying a preference for in-person interactions. The irony lies in the upcoming release of the TrumpPhone, raising questions about its functionality when its namesake lacks faith in traditional phone communication methods.
Moving to a lighter note, in British Columbia, a lone camper unintentionally triggered a search and rescue mission by singing loudly, alarming hikers who reported hearing distress signals. Search teams, including volunteers and drones, scoured the area searching for a supposed lost hiker, only to discover the source of the commotion was the camper serenading nature, unaware of the chaos he had caused.
In a bizarre incident at Miami International Airport, a woman attempted to smuggle two turtles by hiding them in her bra, leading to one turtle’s unfortunate demise during transit. The surviving turtle was handed over to wildlife authorities. Meanwhile, in Minnesota, a woman named Vanessa Guerra avoided jail time despite confessing in a journal to stealing and selling a van, with her own diary serving as crucial evidence against her.
Lastly, Joe Macken, an artist and architect, has spent over two decades constructing a meticulous 3D replica of New York City using balsa wood and glue, showcasing his dedication and craftsmanship. Meanwhile, near Ashcroft, a peculiar power outage and wildfire were caused by an osprey dropping a fish onto a power line, igniting a blaze that required a coordinated effort to extinguish.
These peculiar and intriguing events showcase the diverse range of human actions and natural phenomena that can lead to unexpected outcomes, from presidential phone skepticism to inadvertent search missions and wildlife antics.