Massive Humpback Breaches Surface of Water, Crushes Whale Watchers in Intense Video
Boaters hoping to catch a glimpse of a humpback whale that had arrived in the area a few days earlier got a lot more than they bargained for.
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Air Show Favorite Shockwave Jet Truck Totaled, Driver Dead in Violent Tarmac Explosion
Tragedy struck on Saturday during the Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show and Balloon Festival in Michigan.
Video: Deadly Cloud Covers Dock After Chemical Weapon Ingredient Explodes - Dozens Killed, Hundreds Injured
The gas was also used by Russian-backed Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad, who deployed it against civilians and anti-regime rebels.
Now The Wheels Won't Stay On: Toyota's Newest Electric Car Dangerously Fails, Results in Massive Recall
'The issue is, these aren’t just any recalls: These are serious and, most worryingly, basic problems - an engine combusting, a tire rolling off.'
Kind-Hearted State Trooper Rescues Suffering Dog on Side of the Highway, Ends Up Adopting Her
The poor dog was overheated, had a broken pelvis and internal injuries, and looked like she was on death's doorstep.
Three Florida Teens Discover Body While Swimming at Picturesque Waterhole
He was floating face-down, but at first the teens thought it was on purpose so he could watch for the other diver.
Dog That Fell Down 30-Foot Sinkhole Trapped Until Rescue Squad Shows Up
From start to finish, the whole rescue operation took three hours to complete, and the dog was reunited with his owners.
Woman Is Arrested After Infant Locked in Hot SUV Was Rescued by Firefighters and Off-Duty Nurse
Police said a woman was standing near the SUV, swaying and 'spaced out,' and inside was a half-empty bottle of tequila.
Rookie Cop and Rookie Firefighter Help Save Autistic Boys from House Fire: 'I Would Do It Again'
The off-duty cop knew something was wrong when he saw smoke and saw his neighbor run out of her home with only one of her three children.
Body of 'ER' and 'Ray Donovan' Actress Mary Mara Discovered in New York River
Actor James Woods said she was a 'delight' to work with, a 'true artist,' and called her death a 'terrible tragedy.'
Firefighters Called to Rescue Puppies After Giant Tortoise Holds Them Hostage
First the firefighters tried to lure out the tortoise with some delicious watermelon, but the 100-pound tortoise wasn't cooperating.
USCG Rescues Fishing Group Stranded 100 Miles off Coast After Lightning Strikes Boat, Starts Fire
'The electricity from the lightning actually went through him and caused him to black out and go to the floor.'
Massive Recall Announced, Normal Home Item Has Been Spontaneously Bursting Into Flames
One home product containing a lithium-ion battery and solar panels is now being recalled as a fire hazard.
Man Killed by Alligator in South Carolina Pond; Trapper Reveals Hidden Danger to Watch For
An alligator attack claimed the life of a man in South Carolina, prompting one an expert to issue a warning.
Video: First Responders Enter 'Fully Engulfed' Home to Rescue 3-Year-Old Trapped in Back Bedroom
The police searched desperately for the little boy, calling his name and trying to find him in the smoke-filled room.
Woman Being Held Hostage Sends Secret Note with GrubHub Order to Save Her Life
Despite the typos, the request was clear, and when employees at the Chipper Truck Café spotted it, they immediately called the manager.
Family Hears Their Dog 'Screaming for Her Life', But When They Rush Outside, Attacker is Long Gone
The homeowner rushed out into the yard upon hearing the commotion, but by the time he got outside, there was nothing to see.
Terrifying: Young Boy Stabbed in Chest by Catfish, Rushed to Hospital
When you think of catfish, you probably don't associate them with stingers and venom, but they can be surprisingly dangerous.
Dog Trapped in Overturned, Submerged Car for 20 Minutes Miraculously Survives
The car had been upside-down in the water for 20 minutes, but then firefighters heard a sound coming from it.
Basketball Player Makes Save of a Lifetime After Performing CPR on Collapsed Referee
The referee wasn't breathing, and he had no pulse. His wife, a nurse, was sure he was dead - she just hoped Copeland would bring him back.