Survival

Voices of Survival: Former Girlfriend Reveals Abusive History Before Nez Perce Reservation Tragedy

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LEWISTON, Idaho — The news of Bessie Blackeagle’s murder sent shockwaves through Jolene Cliffe, a former girlfriend of the accused, Travis Ellenwood. Cliffe’s emotions spiraled into turmoil upon learning about Blackeagle’s death, which followed a harrowing pattern of violence that Cliffe herself had previously experienced at the hands of Ellenwood. On October 31, 2020, Blackeagle was beaten, strangled, and ultimately killed by Ellenwood, who had been her live-in partner. After pleading guilty to second-degree murder in 2021, Ellenwood received a nearly 20-year sentence in federal prison. Cliffe’s own history with Ellenwood involves allegations of severe … Read more

Survival of the Fiercest: The Shoebill Faces Extinction Amidst Human Threats

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Kigali, Rwanda — The shoebill, known scientifically as Balaeniceps rex, is a solitary predator that inhabits the wetlands of central Africa, including Rwanda, Uganda, Zambia, and South Sudan. Marked by its large, shoe-shaped beak, this bird of prey possesses a remarkable ability to camouflage, allowing it to hunt a variety of creatures such as fish, amphibians, snakes, and even young crocodiles with deadly precision. Currently, the shoebill faces significant threats, with fewer than 5,000 individuals estimated to remain in the wild. These majestic birds are also present in captivity at several European zoos, where facilities … Read more

‘Yellowjackets’ Season 3, Episode 4 Unveils Tensions: A Recap of Survival, Justice, and Unexpected Twists

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The drama intensifies in the latest episode of “Yellowjackets” as the past and present stories of the characters continue to intricately weave together, revealing darker secrets and deeper tensions. This fourth episode of the third season, which premiered recently, plunges deeper into the psychological and survivalist elements that have captivated audiences since the show’s debut. In this episode, the narrative splits between two timelines, each contrasting yet complementing the other. The 1990s wilderness survival saga of the high school girls’ soccer team, whose plane crashed in the remote northern wilderness, escalates with emerging power struggles … Read more

Oregon’s Battle Over Outdoor Recreation Liability: Push for Legal Waivers Pits Industry Survival Against Consumer Safety

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SALEM, Ore. — A sense of urgency filled the air as members of the Oregon House Committee on Economic Development, Small Business, and Trade listened intently to harrowing stories of recreation-related tragedies across the state, ranging from deadly drownings on the Rogue River to severe skiing incidents on both Mount Hood and Mount Bachelor. Among the testimonies on February 19 were accounts of disastrous events including a horrific rodeo accident and disturbing cases of abuse. As stakeholders presented evidence, the focus also turned to the burgeoning financial pressures faced by outdoor recreational businesses. Proprietors from … Read more