Deanne Carson, an Australian sexuality educator, sparked debate by suggesting that parents ask babies for consent before changing their diapers. Carson believes a “culture of consent” should start at birth, promoting respect for the child’s autonomy. She proposes parents narrate actions, like asking, “Is it okay to change your diaper?” and wait for non-verbal cues,…
Year: 2025
Val Kilmer revealed the one thing that helped him heal after losing his voice
Val Kilmer revealed the one thing that helped him heal after losing his voice Val Kilmer, the iconic actor best known for roles like Iceman in Top Gun, tragically passed away at 65 on April 1, 2025, after a battle with pneumonia. Kilmer’s career spanned decades, with unforgettable performances in Batman Forever, Tombstone, and Heat, earning him recognition as…
THE K9 WOULDN’T LEAVE HIS SIDE—EVEN AT THE FUNERAL
THE K9 WOULDN’T LEAVE HIS SIDE—EVEN AT THE FUNERAL I didn’t think I’d cry that hard. Not in front of all those people. But when Rex—my uncle’s retired K9 partner—jumped onto the casket, something broke in me. Uncle Mateo was a combat vet, tough as they come. He served two tours and came home with…
Tragic Hijacking: 5-Year-Old Ditebogo Phalane Killed, Father’s Hilux Sold for R33,000
In a heartbreaking turn of events, South Africa was left reeling in May 2024 after the tragic killing of five-year-old Ditebogo “Junior” Phalane during a violent hijacking outside his family’s home in Soshanguve, located north of Pretoria. The incident not only shook the local community but also drew national attention due to the brutality of…
Four Senate Republicans Join All Dems In Rejecting Trump’s Canada Tariffs
Four Republican senators collaborated with Democrats to issue a rare bipartisan criticism of President Donald Trump regarding his trade policies. The Senate approved a resolution with a vote of 51 to 48, aimed at preventing the Trump administration from implementing proposed tariffs on imports from Canada. The four Republicans who sided with the Democrats included…
God is wonderful.” After spending five months attached to each other, Nigerian conjoined twins were successfully separated today in Lagos (See photos)
After spending 5 months attached to each other, Nigerian conjoined twins got successfully separated in India. Obinna Ugwuoke from Ebonyi state is now a very happy man. According to media reports, on May 8 this year, his wife delivered conjoined twins, James and John, that were fused at the stomach at First Covenant Hospital in…
Heartbreaking: 15-Year-Old Boy’s Ey£s P luck£d Out by His Stepmother for Allegedly Stealing Her Money (Photos)”
The police in Bauchi state has arrested a 32-year-old man identified as Isaac Ezekiel, of Rafin Zurfi Yelwa Bauchi Metropolitan, for allegedly plucking the eyes of a 16-year-old boy. LIB had earlier shared the story of how the victim identified as Uzairu Salisu, was employed to work on a farm and while carrying out the duty, was…
Heartbreaking: 11-Year-Old Boy D!es With An Iron Rod Pi£rced In His Head After He fell from a coconut tree early this morning (Photos)
According to reports available to OccupyGh.com, the deceased claimed a coconut tree to plug the fruit. He unfortunately fell and stuck the back of his head into an iron rod that was stuck in a block on the ground. He is said to have died afterward. The rob can be seen protruding from the back…
Is she jealous of Taylor Swift? Carrie Underwood throws subtle shade at Taylor Swift
While Taylor Swift’s relationship with NFL star Travis Kelce seems to be flourishing, the pop icon isn’t entirely free from industry drama. Recent reports have reignited speculation about long-standing tension between Swift and fellow music superstar Carrie Underwood. Carrie Underwood, now a high-profile judge on American Idol, has once again found herself under scrutiny—not just for…
14 South African Celebrities Who Tragically Passed Away in 2024
2024 has been a year filled with grief for South Africa, as the nation mourned the loss of numerous beloved celebrities. The year began on a somber note and only continued to claim the lives of well-known figures, shocking the entertainment industry and their fans. From sports legends to revered actors, the following is a…