Killer’s chewing gum reveals 40-year-old murders, and a detective warns there may be more victims.
Long before DNA evidence connected Mitchell Gaff to two unsolved Washington murders, he told state psychologists that he had committed six rapes, according to court records. Years later, a judge ended Gaff’s civil commitment, allowing him to live in the community without the restrictions of Washington’s sexually violent predator program. Gaff pleaded guilty in April […]
Certain chewing gum could be prohibited in NJ
Ban on Chewing Gum Proposed in New Jersey It seems the political landscape in New Jersey is getting a bit sticky. Two lawmakers from the state are pushing for a ban on certain types of gum, sparking outrage among critics who have labeled the move as “totally ridiculous.” Many are voicing their frustrations, claiming that […]
Chewing sweet gum after eating vegetables benefits your heart.
Make sure to really chew that after-meal snack. While there are downsides associated with chewing gum, some kinds might actually be good for your health. Recent research suggests that chewing a piece of gum after eating certain vegetables can enhance their benefits. This is great news, especially considering that nearly half of adults in the […]
House fire in Ottawa caused by dog chewing on heated glove’s lithium battery
Firefighters in Canada came to the rescue of a dog trapped in a burning house after the pet accidentally bit a battery-operated glove, igniting a fire early Saturday morning, according to local authorities. The Ottawa Fire Department reported that emergency crews were called to a residence in Orleans shortly after 9 a.m. when a monitoring […]
Researchers discover that chewing gum changes brain activity to improve focus and attention
Chewing Gum: A Thread Through Human History Humans have been chewing gum for a long time—like, thousands of years. It’s interesting, right? Even when the flavor fades, people still stick with it, seemingly without any real nutritional gains. This chewing habit traces back at least 8,000 years to Scandinavia, where birch bark pitch was chewed […]
Dog of North Carolina fire chief starts fire by chewing on a battery
Dog Accidentally Starts Fire by Chewing Lithium-Ion Battery A recent incident in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, took a surprising turn when a fire chief’s dog, Colton, caused a small house fire by chewing on a lithium-ion battery. The event was captured on video and shared by the Chapel Hill Fire Department last Monday. Fire Chief […]
Chewing gum may soon be able to identify the flu — here’s how it functions
Innovative Advances in Flu Testing It’s about time we had some progress! Influenza stands out as one of the most prevalent and contagious illnesses. In the United States alone, it leads to around 41 million cases, 710,000 hospitalizations, and 52,000 fatalities yearly. Traditionally, diagnosing flu often involves swabs from the nose or throat to check […]
These pet toys reduce chewing and ease anxiety.
Enhancing Your Pet’s Life with Engaging Toys Trying to soothe a restless pet or keep them entertained while you’re out? A good chew toy can be just the solution. These toys can help satisfy their natural instincts, providing both mental stimulation and comfort. Original price: $27.99 Engage your cat with this puzzle toy. (Crunchy) The […]
FSU student recalls frantically ‘chewing’ gum to help cover classroom windows as gunfire rang out during fatal shooting
A Florida State student recalled a horrifying moment when he and his classmates used gum that they bite to cover classroom windows with paper when the shooting rang during Thursday’s mass shooting. Jeffrey Lafley He spoke to Good Morning America Gunshots exploded as he and other quick-thinking students began desperately chewing gum after the professor […]
Gutfeld: Trump is chewing up Kamala Harris' campaign
Fox News host Greg Gutfeld and the panel discuss President Biden calling Trump supporters ‘garbage’ on ‘Gutfeld!’ #foxnews … source