Authorities in Louisville have released the names of all 14 victims who died in a UPS cargo plane crash, including three pilots and several civilians, with investigations ongoing and families mourning the loss in a tragic event that has deeply affected the community.
The Red Cross has facilitated the return of three bodies' remains to Israel, with investigations ongoing to determine their identities, amid ongoing tensions near Gaza.
Gaza officials are working to identify the bodies of 90 Palestinians returned by Israel, with efforts hampered by limited resources and lack of information, amid ongoing exchanges of bodies and hostages following a ceasefire agreement.
Interpol has identified the woman known as 'The Woman with the German keys,' whose body was found in a Dutch nature reserve in 2004, as German citizen Eva Maria Pommer, thanks to international cooperation and DNA analysis, solving a case that remained unresolved for over two decades.
Interpol has successfully identified the woman in pink found dead in Spain 20 years ago as Liudmila Zavada, a Russian national, through its 'Identify Me' campaign, which uses biometric data and international cooperation to solve cold cases involving women in Europe.
The article showcases 49 bizarre and intriguing items discovered and identified by internet users, ranging from household objects and tools to unique artifacts, highlighting the curiosity and resourcefulness of online communities in solving everyday mysteries.
New research shows that individual breathing patterns, or 'breathing fingerprints,' can identify people with 96.8% accuracy and reflect their physical and mental health traits, opening possibilities for health monitoring and treatment through long-term nasal airflow analysis.
The article showcases 47 bizarre items discovered and identified by internet users, highlighting the diverse and often surprising nature of objects people encounter and seek help to identify on platforms like Reddit.
The remains of Ruth Elizabeth Brenneman, a 14-year-old girl who went missing in 1973, have been identified using genealogy, Pennsylvania authorities announced. Her body was found in a wooded area in Lebanon County, but the cause of death remains undetermined. The identification marks a significant step in the investigation, as officials continue to explore the circumstances surrounding her disappearance and death. Brenneman's family expressed relief at finally having some closure after 51 years.
An Army private who died during World War II has been identified nearly 80 years after his death. The identification was made possible through advancements in forensic technology and efforts to account for missing military personnel. This discovery brings closure to the soldier's family and highlights ongoing efforts to honor those who served in past conflicts.
Skeletal remains found in a plastic bag in California in 1985 have been identified as Gertrude Elliott-Littlehale, a woman born in 1864 who died in 1915. The identification was made possible through forensic genetic genealogy by Othram, a lab specializing in DNA analysis. The remains were initially discovered near Channel Islands Harbor, and the case remained unsolved for decades until recent advancements in DNA technology provided new leads.
Californians must obtain a Real ID by May 7, 2025, to board domestic flights and enter secure federal facilities. The Real ID Act, aimed at improving security post-9/11, requires specific documentation for application, which can be initiated online and completed at a DMV office. Nearly 17 million Californians have already obtained the Real ID, but many still need to comply before the deadline.
The death toll from the Hawaii wildfires has reached 100, with the last known victim identified as a 70-year-old woman who lost eight family members in the blaze. The identification process has been challenging, involving forensic experts, cadaver dogs, and DNA testing. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but it may have been sparked by downed power lines. The disaster devastated Maui, destroying over 2,000 buildings and causing an estimated $5.5 billion in damage. Six months later, about 5,000 displaced residents are still living in temporary accommodations, raising concerns about housing costs in the future.
Human remains discovered in Lake Barkley nearly 25 years ago have been identified as those of Roger Dale Parham, thanks to advanced DNA testing and forensic genealogy. Parham, who was awaiting trial on criminal charges in 1999, disappeared and was thought to have fled the area to evade prosecution. The cause of his death is yet to be determined, but due to the circumstances in which he was found, the case is being investigated as a homicide. Kentucky State Police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
The remains of a woman found dead in rural Indiana in 1982 have been identified as those of Connie Lorraine Christensen, a Wisconsin woman who went missing over four decades ago. She was found wearing high heels and a gold ring with an opal and two diamonds. Christensen had died from a gunshot wound, and her homicide case remains unsolved. Through forensic genetic genealogy and DNA matching, the DNA Doe Project was able to identify her. Her adult daughter was taken to the location where her mother's remains were found to pay her respects.