All articles tagged with #knife
Originally Published 3 days ago — by Gear Patrol
CRKT has released a new Orochi knife inspired by a custom design by Princeton Wong, featuring a Damascus steel blade, titanium handle, and a semi-secret flipper deployment, making it a high-performance, visually striking everyday carry (EDC) knife priced at $200.
Originally Published 17 days ago — by NBC News
A former employee at a Yokohama Rubber factory in Mishima, Japan, carried out a violent attack using a knife and bleach, injuring at least 15 people, with 8 stabbed and 7 affected by the chemical, leading to arrests and serious injuries, though the motive remains unclear.
Originally Published 18 days ago — by CNN
A man attacked a tire factory in Mishima, Japan, injuring at least 15 people with a knife and bleach; he was arrested and the motive remains unknown.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by ABC7 Los Angeles
A 38-year-old man, Juan Guerrero Rojo, was fatally shot by LAPD officers in Hollywood after threatening to kill himself, speaking to ghosts, and armed with a knife. Officers responded to a call about a suicidal man, attempted to communicate, but he exited his apartment and ran towards them with a large kitchen knife, leading to the shooting. No officers or bystanders were injured, and the knife was recovered as evidence.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by Los Angeles Times
A man in Taipei carried out a planned series of violent attacks involving knives and smoke grenades, killing three and injuring 11, before falling to his death; authorities are investigating his motives and background.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by ABC News
A 27-year-old man in Taipei carried out a planned series of knife and smoke-grenade attacks, killing three and injuring 11, before falling to his death. Authorities are investigating his motives, background, and potential accomplices, and have increased security measures for upcoming events.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Quillette
Salman Rushdie's new memoir, "Knife," delves into the harrowing assassination attempt he survived, offering a poignant reflection on mortality and resilience. The book intertwines his personal ordeal with broader contemplations on life, death, and the enduring power of storytelling, making it a deeply moving addition to his literary legacy.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox 12 Oregon
A road rage suspect, Joseph Lee, was arrested in Beaverton after a video showed him threatening a young mother with a knife. Lee, already in jail for unrelated charges, was identified through public tips and given additional charges for the incident.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Financial Times
Salman Rushdie's memoir "Knife" delves into the aftermath of the fatwa issued against him, using the metaphor of the assassin's blade as a means of confronting his experiences and the impact of the threat on his life. The book fearlessly explores the reckoning with his own mortality and the lasting effects of the assassination attempt, offering a candid and introspective account of the ordeal.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
Two nights before being stabbed at a literary event, Salman Rushdie had a nightmare about being attacked. After the incident, Rushdie wrote a book called Knife, which explores the attack, his recovery, and existential questions about facing death and finding his identity in an altered body and state of mind. He reflects on his changed relationship to the event and his increased appreciation of life, expressing gratitude for each day as a blessing.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian
Salman Rushdie's new book "Knife" recounts his harrowing experience of being attacked with a knife and the subsequent journey of recovery. Rushdie reflects on the impact of the attack, his post-fatwa disorientation, and the overwhelming support from loved ones. Despite enduring severe injuries, he demonstrates resilience and determination, ultimately finding solace in love and the triumph of the human spirit over hatred.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
Salman Rushdie's new memoir "Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder" details his life and thoughts since surviving a stabbing in 2022. The book covers his recovery, his marriage to poet Rachel Eliza Griffiths, his views on freedom of speech, and his attempt to understand his alleged attacker. Rushdie also discusses the impact of the attack on his life and the possibility of a documentary based on his experiences.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Salman Rushdie, despite being blinded in one eye in a 2022 knife attack, remains undeterred as he discusses his new memoir, "Knife," which delves into the assault and its aftermath while paying tribute to his wife, Rachel Eliza Griffiths, for her support. The memoir is a poignant exploration of love and hatred, showcasing the resilience and determination of the acclaimed author.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The San Francisco Standard
A California Highway Patrol officer shot a man allegedly armed with a knife on Interstate 280 in San Francisco, leading to the closure of all southbound lanes near the Mariposa Street entrance for several hours. The shooting occurred after a struggle with the pedestrian, and the individual is expected to survive. The Mariposa Street on-ramp was closed, while other ramps in the area remained open, and the investigation is ongoing with no additional details released by authorities.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WPLG Local 10
Crime scene photos have been released in the case of a 13-year-old boy from Hialeah, Florida, who is accused of stabbing his mother to death. The photos include images of the murder weapon, surveillance footage of the victim and the accused, and a photo of the accused with his tongue sticking out, which he sent to a friend after the killing. The motive for the murder has not been publicly identified, and the accused, Derek Rosa, has pleaded not guilty to a first-degree murder charge. He is currently being held without bond.