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Florida Police Say A Woman Was Shot In The Head By Her Toddler While On A Zoom Call
Someone called 911 after watching the incident take place over video.
According to local police, a Florida woman was shot and killed by her own toddler on August 11 while on a work-related Zoom call.
In a Facebook post, Altamonte Springs Police said that Shamaya Lynn, 21, was on the Zoom call when her coworkers saw a toddler in the background and "heard a noise" before Lynn fell to the ground and did not return to the call.
"Officers and paramedics did their best in rendering aid to Mrs. Lynn," police said, "but she was found with a fatal gunshot wound to the head."
According to the post, investigators have determined that the death occurred after Lynn's toddler had found a loaded and unsecured handgun in the apartment, which had been left there by an adult.
"The investigation is ongoing and detectives are working closely with the Seminole County State Attorney's Office concerning any charges which may be appropriate for the owner of the firearm," police reported.
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Massive 'Dogecoin' Earnings Covered Everyone's Dog Adoption Fee At A Florida Shelter
A donor decided to do some good with their earnings. 🐶 💸
The sudden rise of the meme cryptocurrency known as Dogecoin is now to thank for putting hundreds and even thousands of dollars into investors' pockets.
One investor, who remains anonymous, seems to have won big after the currency's value shot up nearly 400% in the past week, but they decided to do some good at Florida's Halifax Humane Society with their earnings.
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The animal shelter says a generous donor decided to use their earnings to cover the adoption fees of every dog in the facility, meaning qualified adopters could give a dog a new home at no cost.
The Halifax Humane Society Community Outreach Director Barry Kukes told FOX 35 News that the donor, who had put the donation under the name, "Dogecoin," had "made a very wise investment in some cryptocurrency" and "that she wanted to do something nice."
Dogecoin was created as a joke in 2013 and references the famed Shiba Inu meme, but the cryptocurrency has become no laughing matter as Fortune reports many investors now have a goal of making April 20 the official "Doge Day" in hopes of getting the crypto's value up to $1.00.
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Here Are The 9 Best Disney World Rides According To Each State In The US
One ride is a very clear fan favorite. 🎢
Disney World has captured the hearts of millions and has rightfully earned the title of "The Most Magical Place on Earth."
But some attractions in the massive park seem to win visitors over more than others, and a recent study done by Upgraded Points was able to find out which rides are the most popular among citizens in each state across the United States.
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Astro Orbiter
States Ranking This Ride #1: Alabama
Why You Need To Ride: This simple ride is truly out of this world. You'll be able to pilot your own spacecraft through the sky as you look up at a beautiful array of constellations and planets.
Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room
States Ranking This Ride #1: Alaska
Why You Need To Ride: This musical attraction is full of bright colors and joy. You'll have a hard time not smiling as tropical birds, tiki gods, and colorful flowers come to life to the beat of beach tunes.
Jungle Cruise
States Ranking This Ride #1: Nebraska
Why You Need To Ride: This ride will take you on an unforgettable boat adventure through Asia, Africa, and South America. You'll see a variety of animals and characters that will make you laugh and smile throughout the entire journey.
"It's A Small World"
States Ranking This Ride #1: Indiana, Massachusetts, and Tennessee.
Why You Need To Ride: This magical boat ride across the globe features children from around the world singing an "anthem of world peace." Whether you love it or hate it, you cannot deny that the song was stuck in your head for days after riding it.
Splash Mountain
States Ranking This Ride #1: Delaware, Georgia, Kentucky, Rhode Island, and Wisconsin.
Why You Need To Ride: Perhaps the best ride to cool off on during a long hot summer day. This water coaster takes you through a whimsical world filled with some of your favorite classic characters and songs.
Pirates of the Caribbean
States Ranking This Ride #1: Maine, Maryland, Nevada, and Washington.
Why You Need To Ride: Join Captain Jack Sparrow on a venture through the seas. This ride takes you back in time where pirates ruled the ocean and hunted for ancient treasures.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
States Ranking This Ride #1: Arizona, Idaho, Kansas, Louisiana, New Hampshire, South Dakota, and Wyoming.
Why You Need To Ride: This thrill ride is definitely worth the wait. You'll journey through a haunted gold mine aboard an old-school-style train that will make for an unforgettable and high-speed experience.
Haunted Mansion
States Ranking This Ride #1: Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Mississippi, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and West Virginia.
Why You Need To Ride: Perhaps the spookiest ride in the park, the Haunted Mansion takes you on a journey through a labyrinth of haunted chambers that will have you screaming with a smile on your face.
Space Mountain
States Ranking This Ride #1: California, Connecticut, Florida, Hawaii, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, and Virginia.
Why You Need To Ride: This ride takes you on a rocket ship journey through the furthest reaches of the galaxy, all while in pitch-black darkness.
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