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Amelia Earhart search team dredges lagoon around object spotted by satellite New

Amelia Earhart search team dredges lagoon around object spotted by satellite

See more of our coverage in your search results. The mystery of Amelia Earhart’s long-lost aircraft may finally be solved — as researchers believe searchers spent nearly nine decades looking in the wrong place. A 17-member team from Purdue University and the Archaeological Legacy Institute (ALI) has launched a high-stakes expedition to Nikumaroro, a remote South Pacific atoll overrun by massive, three-foot land crabs. The coconut crab is the largest crustacean that spends all its adult life on land, and has been spotted mounting attacks in the night and grabbing unsuspecting prey that pass too close to the crabs’ burrows.Researchers suspect Earhart and her navigator Fred Noonan miscalculated their course on July 2, 1937, landing on Nikumaroro instead of Howland Island, 350 miles to the north, where they attempted to land. A satellite image shows the Taraia Object in a lagoon on Nikumaroro Island, suspected to be Amelia Earhart’s plane. Archaeological Legacy InstituteThe Purdue expedition arrived on the island’s western edge on Oct. 12 and the team is using a floating hydraulic dredge to clear underwater sediment and uncover the unidentified object. The team is focusing on the “Taraia Object” – a submerged shape detected near the shoreline in satellite imagery that researchers think could be the remains of the Lockheed Electra 10E’s tail and fuselage.ALI and Purdue report that the object was identified in satellite data in 2020, though historical photographs suggest it has rested in the lagoon since 1938. The team aims to confirm aluminum skin and rivet patterns to positively identify the plane.The voyage marks the 20th organized search for Earhart’s plane, since she reported running low on fuel to the U.S. Coast Guard before radio contact was lost. Previous attempts were misled by natural underwater rock formations, but researchers believe post-landing radio distress signals and artifacts found point directly to Nikumaroro.Prior discoveries on the island include human bones found in 1940 –  later analyzed in 2018 as consistent with a woman of Earhart’s build — along with 1930s-era remnants of a woman’s shoe and a freckle cream jar. Theory holds that the pair briefly survived as castaways before the aircraft was swept into deeper water. Amelia Earhart flew and promoted the Stearman-Hammond Y-1 (often called the Hammond Y monoplane) in 1936. HUM Images/Universal Images Group via Getty ImagesThe island’s native Coconut crabs, known for their powerful claws and bone-scavenging habits, have fueled grim speculation that the aviators’ remains were dispersed shortly after their deaths. To ensure safety, Purdue and ALI researchers sleep aboard their vessel each night.If the team locates the Electra during this five-day operational window, they will map the site and return next year for full recovery. Purdue University is currently negotiating with the nation of Kiribati, which comprises 33 islands including Phoenix Islands, to bring the wreckage back to the United States.Earhart served as a career counselor for women at Purdue and advisor to its Department of Aeronautics in 1935 prior to her historic attempt to circumnavigate the globe. Before this, she was the first person to fly a solo, nonstop flight across the United States (1932) and the first woman/second person to fly nonstop alone across the Atlantic. 

Oct 13, 2026
Jenna Bush Hager rebukes Shane Gillis for mocking women’s gym clothes New

Jenna Bush Hager rebukes Shane Gillis for mocking women’s gym clothes

See more of our coverage in your search results. Jenna Bush Hager called out comedian Shane Gillis’ controversial “Saturday Night Live” monologue where he said female gym-goers dress like “whores.”“Who is he to comment on women’s bodies?” the TV personality said on Tuesday’s episode of “Today with Jenna & Sheinelle.” “This perpetuates what is happening in our culture where people are commenting on women’s looks ad nauseam … and it’s not OK,” she told co-host Sheinelle Jones.Jenna Bush Hager slammed comedian Shane Gillis’ “Saturday Night Live” monologue saying female gym-goers dress like “whores” on Tuesday’s episode of the “Today” show. TODAY with Jenna & Sheneille“Who is he to comment on women’s bodies?” the journalist said. (Seen here: Gillis on “SNL.”)“If we want to be good role models for our children, stop talking about the way women look, period,” Bush Hager, 44, added. The journalist emphasized that she would “be disgusted” if her husband, Henry Chase, “talked like that about someone,” which “he wouldn’t.” Elsewhere in the segment, Jones, 48, gave her perspective on Gillis’ remarks, saying that she usually is “more lenient” with comedians, but “the word ‘whore'” challenged her. “This perpetuates what is happening in our culture where people are commenting on women’s looks ad nauseam,” Bush Hager (seen here with co-host Sheinelle Jones) added. TODAY with Jenna & SheneilleThe TV personality slammed the remarks as “not OK.” TODAY with Jenna & Sheneille“I know exactly what shorts he’s talking about,” Jones explained, sharing that her friends encourage her to wear similar types.“I think when you say the word ‘whores,’ I think it feels almost derogatory … it feels mean,” she continued. “Guys walk around without shirts on at the gym all the time, and they are proud of their bodies, so if the guy can be proud of his body, let the girl be proud of her body.”Bush Hager (seen here with her husband and kids) added, “If we want to be good role models for our children, stop talking about the way women look.” Instagram/jennabhagerBush Hager explained she would “be disgusted” if her husband, Henry Chase, talked about women the same way. (Seen here: The couple.) Instagram/jennabhagerThe TV host chimed in on the controversy after Gillis, 38, received extensive backlash while talking about women at the gym on “SNL” over the weekend.“I haven’t been to the gym in so long, I didn’t realize women just dressed like whores now,” he said, describing their shorts as “wrinkles [that] go around the cheeks and all combine at the butthole.”“And don’t look, you’re not allowed to look,” the stand-up comedian joked. “For real, don’t look because they are filming. I’m in the background of about 10 TikToks right now.”The remarks led several celebrities to speak out against Gillis, including fellow comedian and actor Dan Levy.Gillis (seen here on “SNL”) made the crude remarks about female gym-goers on Saturday.“I haven’t been to the gym in so long, I didn’t realize women just dressed like whores now,” he said.“Women wearing short shorts to the gym does not make them whores,” the “Schitt’s Creek” star said in an Instagram video. “It makes the men calling them whores misogynists. There’s a difference there.”“SNL” alum Ego Nwodim also took to her Instagram Stories to respond to the comments, referring to herself as a “whore reporting for duty” while wearing workout clothes.The monologue, however, was “liked” on Instagram by Travis Kelce and referred to as “pretty funny” by Bobby Bones. Community GuidelinesWelcome to the Page Six Community!Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas in a safe space.In order to do so, we've created a simple set of rules that will improve your experience.Simply put, keep it civil.Your post will/might be rejected if it contains: Spam Insults, profanity, incoherent, obscene or inflammatory language and threats of any kind Attacks on the identity of other commenters or the article's author User accounts will/might be blocked if we notice: Continuous attempts to re-post comments that have been previously moderated/rejected Racist, sexist, or homophobic comments Attempts or tactics that put the site security at risk So, how can you be a power user? Stay on topic and share your passion. Feel free to elaborate to get your point across. 'Like' or 'Dislike' when you are filled with emotions! Protect your community. Use the report tool to alert us when someone breaks the rules. Thanks for reading our community guidelines. Don't forget, freedom of speech is not the freedom of reach!

Oct 13, 2026
William Chapman’s family urges end to sharing footage after tiger enclosure death New

William Chapman’s family urges end to sharing footage after tiger enclosure death

Updated 22:52 13 Oct 2026 GMT+1Published 22:33 13 Oct 2026 GMT+1William Chapman, who was in his 20s, died on Saturday after he entered the enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife ParkThe family of a man who was killed after he entered a tiger enclosure have paid tribute, calling him ‘bright, warm and engaging’.William Chapman, 23, died on Saturday (10 October) after he entered the enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park.In a statement, his heartbroken family said that Chapman, who appeared on ITV and the BBC as a child actor, had 'suffered significant mental illness’ over a number of years.The family also urged people to stop sharing ‘deeply offensive’ content of the incident. Advert“The family are utterly devastated by their loss and are struggling to come to terms with what has happened,” they said in a statement on Tuesday.“The publication and circulation of deeply offensive media content is causing them severe distress at an exceptionally vulnerable time. We ask people to stop doing this.“The family are hopeful that the relevant authorities will do their upmost to get to the bottom of why our amazing son did what he did.”The statement continued: “William was a bright, warm and engaging young man whom his family dearly loved – and William loved them back.William Chapman died after entering the tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park (SWNS)“Sadly, William suffered from significant mental illness over a number of years and was consequently prescribed strong medication.“It will be for the coroner to decide what part this played in his death.“We would ask everybody to respect that process.”Police have confirmed that Chapman was visiting the park alone on 10 October, where he entered the tiger enclosure at around 1.30pm.He was pronounced dead at the scene.South Yorkshire Police have asked people not to share social media footage of Chapman being attacked in the tiger enclosure.The City of Doncaster Council has opened a health and safety investigation into the incident. Dan Swaine, Executive Director of Place at City of Doncaster Council, said: “We are deeply saddened by the incident that occurred this weekend."Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with everyone involved, including the family and loved ones of the person who tragically lost their life, those that witnessed the incident and the staff involved at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, as well as the emergency services who provided a swift response.“As the relevant licensing authority for the Yorkshire Wildlife Park, I can confirm that, in line with our statutory duties, the council has launched a health and safety investigation.“We are also working with multiple agencies, including the police and health agencies, and are supporting the Yorkshire Wildlife Park in response to the incident.“At this time, we won’t be commenting further on the individual or the investigation and we ask that the privacy of those involved is respected at this difficult time.”Yorkshire Wildlife Park has remained closed since the incident. Aerial view of the tiger eclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park (SWNS)Following Chapman’s death Yorkshire Wildlife Park has remained closed, but it has confirmed that the tiger involved in the incident - an adult male named named Altai - will not be euthanised. In a statement shared with LADbible on Sunday (11 October), Yorkshire Wildlife Park said: "We would like to thank everyone who has expressed their concern following yesterday's tragic incident."Our thoughts and heartfelt sympathies remain with the family and loved ones of the man who tragically lost his life."The park will be closed today and the staff team who were deeply affected by events will receive specialist support."Many, many people have contacted us about Altai, the tiger. We can reassure everyone that he is safe and well and will not be euthanised as a result of this incident."Featured Image Credit: InstagramTopics: UK News

Oct 13, 2026
Six Flags closes nine rollercoasters across six parks after fatal Georgia incident New

Six Flags closes nine rollercoasters across six parks after fatal Georgia incident

Published 13:46 13 Oct 2026 GMT+1Witnesses claim the horrifying incident was captured in automatic ride souvenir photosA couple have shared their eyewitness accounts of a deadly rollercoaster incident at Six Flags Over Georgia, claiming a man was 'ejected' from the ride and fell onto the roof of a nearby attraction. Six Flags has temporarily closed nine rollercoasters across six amusement parks after the tragic incident involving a ride in the US state of Georgia, which killed one and injured several on Monday afternoon (12 October). Officials did not confirm how the person died, nor how the others were injured or their medical conditions after the incident, but Cobb County Police Department major crimes unit detectives are investigating.According to the BBC, witnesses told local media that they saw a man ejected from the coaster. However, such an account is yet to be verified by the BBC.AdvertLocal Atlanta outlet 11 Alive quoted a witness saying that the individual came loose from his seat on the ride before hitting the coaster and fellow riders and subsequently falling onto the roof of a nearby park attraction.One person died, and several others were left injured in an incident involving a Six Flags rollercoaster in Georgia (WSB)The witness claimed that the horrifying incident was captured in souvenir photos that were automatically taken of the rollercoaster while it was in motion.Another pair of witnesses, a husband and wife, also told the outlet that the man had been ejected from the rollercoaster and had struck it afterwards.They added that park workers made sure to check their safety harnesses before the ride set off.Attractions at the parks that are similar to the coaster were closed 'out of an abundance of caution', according to a Six Flags Entertainment Corporation spokesperson, who said staff members and local authorities responded immediately and the park is cooperating with the investigation."We are deeply saddened by the guest incident at our park today," the spokesperson said, adding that the company is providing support to guests and staff who were impacted.Authorities and Six Flags did not identify the rollercoaster. However, local TV stations showed video of passengers being evacuated from the Goliath coaster.A couple detailed their eyewitness accounts of a man being ejected from the ride before striking the coaster and falling onto the roof of a nearby park attraction (WSB)Goliath, which was opened in 2006, reaches a top speed of 70 mph with a height of 200 feet, according to the park’s website.Lisa Cupid, Cobb County Board of Commissioners chairwoman, said the next of kin of the deceased have been notified."I cannot imagine the horror the patrons and employees witnessed today, and my heart aches for the family who lost a loved one," Cupid said."We are all grappling with how something so devastating could happen at a place that has given generations of families such happy memories."Tyla has reached out to Six Flags for further comment.Featured Image Credit: WSBTopics: Real Life, US News, True Life, News

Oct 13, 2026
Barcelona overturns Galatasaray’s lead to win 4-1 and move top New

Barcelona overturns Galatasaray’s lead to win 4-1 and move top

22:54 | 13 Tetor 2026 Barcelona ka marrë një fitore të madhe ndaj Galatasarayt, duke triumfuar me rezultat 4-1 në ndeshjen e xhiros së dytë të fazës së ligës në Ligën e Kampionëve.Skuadra turke e nisi më mirë takimin dhe kaloi në epërsi në minutën e 28-të, kur Alexey Batrakov shënoi me një goditje nga distanca, e cila u devijua dhe përfundoi në rrjetën e Joan Garcias.Galatasaray mendoi se e kishte dyfishuar epërsinë në minutën e 34-t, kur Baris Yilmaz realizoi me kokë, por pas rishikimit të rastit me VAR, goli u anulua për pozitë jashtë loje në ndërtimin e aksionit. Barcelona reagoi dhe arriti ta barazonte rezultatin në minutën e 43-të. Joao Cancelo përfitoi nga një top i kthyer brenda zonës dhe realizoi për 1-1.Në pjesën e dytë, katalunasit e morën plotësisht kontrollin e ndeshjes. Në minutën e 50-të, Fermin shënoi me kokë nga afërsia, pas një harkimi të shkëlqyer të Lamine Yamalit, duke e përmbysur rezultatin në 1-2.Vetëm tri minuta më vonë, Anthony Gordon e çoi epërsinë e Barcelonës në 1-3, pas një tjetër aksioni të bukur të nisur nga Lamine Yamali, i cili asistoi për anglezin.Barcelona nuk u ndal me kaq. Në minutën e 66-të, Karim Adeyemi shënoi golin e katërt, pasi pranoi një pasim të shkurtër nga Gabriel Jesus, depërtoi brenda zonës dhe realizoi me një goditje të fuqishme në këndin e poshtëm të djathtë.Në minutat e mbetura, Barcelona vazhdoi të krijonte raste, ndërsa Galatasaray pati vështirësi të rikthehej në lojë.Pas kësaj fitore Barcelona është e para me gjashtë pikë kurse Gallata mbetet ende pa pikë. Ndeshjen e radhës, Barcelona e luan me PSG, kurse Galatasaray do të përballet me Lillen./Arbresh.info

Oct 13, 2026
James Arthur joins Kim Kardashian and Felix in unexpected Singapore F1 photo New

James Arthur joins Kim Kardashian and Felix in unexpected Singapore F1 photo

Published 11:47 13 Oct 2026 GMT+1The reality TV star attended the Formula One Grand Prix in Singapore over the weekendKim Kardashian’s F1 appearance with K-pop star Felix has sparked surprise amongst fans after an unexpected guest was spotted alongside them over the weekend.On Saturday (10 October), reality TV star Kim supported her Ferrari driver boyfriend, Lewis Hamilton, at the Formula One Grand Prix in Singapore, where she was joined by the Stray Kids rapper.Fans rushed to social media to share their excitement over seeing the two celebs rubbing shoulders, with one Instagram user gushing: "I never thought I would see Kim and Felix in the same picture.""Kim K in the presence of LEE FELIX!" beamed a second, as a third chimed in: "If I hadn’t seen the Getty images, I’d question if it’s AI! Definitely not something I was expecting, love Felix."AdvertA fourth penned: "Lmao with Felix it’s always expect the unexpected."Kim Kardashian in the Scuderia Ferrari garage during the F1 Grand Prix of Singapore at Marina Bay Street Circuit on Sunday (Peter Fox / Stringer / Getty Images)"Ain’t no way we got Kim K and Felix together," wrote a fifth, as a sixth added: "This wasn't on my 2026 bingo card."Others, however, were quick to notice that it wasn't just Kim and Felix who were spotted out and about as The X Factor star James Arthur was also seen hanging out with the unexpected duo."Is that James Arthur in the back?" asked one fan as a second exclaimed: "And we’re all ignoring the rogue James Arthur in the back too!""Omggg and @jamesarthur23!!!" commented another.And a final Instagram user echoed: "Mate, and James freaking Arthur!!! This frame is absolutely insane... Felix Lee James Arthur and Kim Kardashian..."James was indeed in the same snap as Kim and Felix, and the British singer-songwriter later shared a clip to his Instagram Stories with the overlay text reading: "Post Singapore IV drip for the gang."Lewis and Felix previously delighted fans after the latter shared a series of photos of the pair to Instagram alongside the caption: "From the circuit to the stage. United by racing, driven by passion."Kim and F1 legend Martin Brundle spoke during the Grand Prix over the weekend (Mark Sutton - Formula 1 / Contributor / Getty Images)During Sunday's event (11 October), it appeared that F1 legend Martin Brundle buried the hatchet during a grid walk interview at the Singapore Grand Prix, just a matter of months after Kim infamously snubbed him at the Monaco Grand Prix back in June."Hello Kim, how are you?" Martin asked Kim as he approached her.With a laugh, Kim replied: "Did I not know the rules? Did we get off on the wrong foot?""No, it’s absolutely fine. Lovely to see you again at a Grand Prix," Brundle said, before asking: "What do you think of our crazy world of Formula One?""I think it’s amazing and fun and wild and something I’ve never seen before. It’s amazing," The Kardashians star chirped.Speaking of her boyfriend, she added: "He is [in great form]; I’m just praying for the best tonight," while adding that he’s feeling 'very confident' and so is she.Featured Image Credit: Peter Fox/Getty ImagesTopics: Kim Kardashian, Celebrity, Music, Social Media

Oct 13, 2026
Kourtney Kardashian wears vintage lace and faux blood to Landon Barker’s Vampire’s Ball New

Kourtney Kardashian wears vintage lace and faux blood to Landon Barker’s Vampire’s Ball

See more of our coverage in your search results. Fangs for the memories.Kourtney Kardashian came ready to bite at stepson Landon Barker’s “Vampire’s Ball”-themed 23rd birthday party in a black lace slip dress and a trickle of faux blood dripping down her chin.The Poosh founder, 47, shared photos of her look on Instagram with the caption “bite me.”Kourtney Kardashian dressed as a vampire for stepson Landon Barker’s 23rd birthday party. kourtneykardash/instagram“Bite me,” the Poosh founder captioned her Instagram photos of the look. kourtneykardash/instagramHer black and gray slip dress is a 1990s lace-and-satin design from Jonquil. kourtneykardash/instagramShe and Barker sported matching trickles of faux blood. kourtneykardash/instagramHer dress — a ’90s design from lingerie brand Jonquil – was slit high on both sides with sheer lace panels, a plunging neckline and a satin paneled skirt. Villa Amour Vintage has the same style up for gras for $629.Kardashian added a sheer black duster and scarf on top, and doubled up on cross necklaces, pairing a diamond choker with a longer dark pendant.Hairstylist Andrew Fitzsimons shared snaps of the glam, writing, “@kourtneykardash minus the bangs for Landon’s vampire bday party 🫦🧛🏻‍♀️🩸🖤.” The reality star’s usual fringe was twisted and pinned back for the occasion.Landon is Travis Barker’s son with ex-wife Shanna Moakler. At the party, the musician blew out the candles on a black cake spattered with faux-blood glaze.Kardashian also shared a photo of his second cake, topped with 23 black candles and the words “Nobody likes you when you’re 23,” a nod to his dad’s Blink-182 hit “What’s My Age Again?”Landon blew out candles on one of his two cakes; the other read “Nobody likes you when you’re 23.” kourtneykardash/instagramKardashian’s hairstylist pinned back her bangs for the evening. kourtneykardash/instagramBack in 2021, the 47-year-old showed off diamond-encrusted crowns on her canines. kourtneykardashian/instagramKardashian has had a soft spot for the undead for years. In 2021, months into her romance with Travis Barker, she debuted diamond-studded crowns on her canines and captioned the selfies with a vampire emoji.Other guests at the party also got into the theme, with the birthday boy sporting a leather suit sans shirt, sister Alabama Barker sporting a fire-red wig and Alix Earle sporting a busty latex minidress.Earle’s sister Ashtin, who wore a sheer lace getup at the fête, have been dating for the past weeks. Community GuidelinesWelcome to the Page Six Community!Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas in a safe space.In order to do so, we've created a simple set of rules that will improve your experience.Simply put, keep it civil.Your post will/might be rejected if it contains: Spam Insults, profanity, incoherent, obscene or inflammatory language and threats of any kind Attacks on the identity of other commenters or the article's author User accounts will/might be blocked if we notice: Continuous attempts to re-post comments that have been previously moderated/rejected Racist, sexist, or homophobic comments Attempts or tactics that put the site security at risk So, how can you be a power user? Stay on topic and share your passion. Feel free to elaborate to get your point across. 'Like' or 'Dislike' when you are filled with emotions! Protect your community. Use the report tool to alert us when someone breaks the rules. Thanks for reading our community guidelines. Don't forget, freedom of speech is not the freedom of reach!

Oct 13, 2026
Don Vito Martinelli, la Curia aveva aperto un’indagine già nel novembre 2025 New

Don Vito Martinelli, la Curia aveva aperto un’indagine già nel novembre 2025

Aveva conosciuto don Vito Martinelli quando frequentava la parrocchia del Sacro Cuore di Gesù a Corato, nel Barese. All'epoca era un adolescente e si stava preparando a ricevere la cresima. Negli anni successivi il rapporto con il sacerdote si sarebbe consolidato, fino a quando il giovane, oggi 23enne, avrebbe iniziato a subire quelle che ha poi denunciato come molestie e violenze sessuali. Per questi fatti, contestati dalla Procura di Trani, il sacerdote 56enne è stato arrestato il 10 ottobre e posto ai domiciliari. Secondo la ricostruzione contenuta negli atti dell'inchiesta, gli episodi sarebbero avvenuti tra il 2022 e il 2025, quando Martinelli era ancora parroco del Sacro Cuore. La Squadra mobile di Bari ha raccolto le dichiarazioni del giovane, ascoltato persone alle quali aveva raccontato quanto sarebbe accaduto e acquisito altri elementi, tra cui messaggi scambiati su Telegram e registrazioni di conversazioni. L'accusa è di violenza sessuale aggravata dall'abuso di autorità. Gli investigatori ritengono che il sacerdote avrebbe sfruttato il proprio ruolo di guida spirituale e il rapporto costruito con il ragazzo. Martinelli respinge le accuse e si dichiara innocente. Le accuse contro don Vito Martinelli: gli episodi contestati Il giovane frequentava assiduamente la parrocchia e collaborava alle attività organizzate dal sacerdote. Nel tempo, secondo la ricostruzione riportata dal Corriere della Sera sulla base degli atti giudiziari, avrebbe individuato in Martinelli una figura di riferimento spirituale, tanto da maturare la decisione di intraprendere un percorso per diventare sacerdote. Il primo episodio contestato risalirebbe al 2022, quando il ragazzo aveva appena compiuto 18 anni. Durante un viaggio in automobile verso Acquaviva delle Fonti, il sacerdote avrebbe iniziato a toccargli l'interno coscia e poi l'inguine. Nella denuncia, il giovane avrebbe riferito che situazioni simili si sarebbero ripetute durante altri spostamenti, sia all'andata sia al ritorno. Sempre secondo il suo racconto, quando provava a opporsi alle attenzioni, Martinelli avrebbe reagito interrompendo il dialogo con lui. Il ragazzo avrebbe inoltre riferito agli investigatori che il sacerdote gli aveva suggerito di rivolgersi a uno psicologo per far emergere quella che, secondo il religioso, sarebbe stata una sua presunta omosessualità. Un altro episodio contestato sarebbe avvenuto durante un successivo spostamento in automobile. Il sacerdote avrebbe tentato di baciarlo con la forza e avrebbe compiuto ulteriori atti sessuali. Il giovane avrebbe descritto agli inquirenti il disagio provato in quelle circostanze. Le contestazioni riguardano anche episodi che sarebbero avvenuti nei locali della parrocchia del Sacro Cuore, in particolare nella sacrestia, nell'ufficio parrocchiale, vicino a un'uscita secondaria e negli spazi esterni dell'edificio. Secondo l'ipotesi accusatoria, alcuni degli episodi si sarebbero verificati quando il sacerdote rimaneva da solo con il ragazzo, anche dopo la chiusura della chiesa. Il giudice per le indagini preliminari, nel provvedimento che ha disposto gli arresti domiciliari, avrebbe definito i comportamenti contestati come "condotte seriali non occasionali". Le chat su Telegram e le registrazioni raccolte dagli investigatori L'indagine non si basa soltanto sulla denuncia del giovane. Tra gli elementi esaminati dalla Squadra mobile ci sono anche messaggi che il ragazzo e Martinelli si sarebbero scambiati su Telegram. Il loro contenuto sarebbe stato ritenuto rilevante dagli inquirenti per ricostruire la natura del rapporto tra i due e le richieste che sarebbero state avanzate dal sacerdote. Come riferito da la Repubblica il 13 ottobre, gli atti raccolti dalla Procura di Trani sono circa 1.600 pagine. Nel fascicolo figurerebbero anche registrazioni di conversazioni effettuate dal denunciante con Martinelli e con una terza persona, intervenuta per comprendere le ragioni del progressivo allontanamento del giovane dal sacerdote. Gli investigatori avrebbero inoltre ascoltato diverse persone alle quali il ragazzo aveva confidato gli episodi nel corso del tempo, tra cui persone legate agli ambienti ecclesiastici. Le loro dichiarazioni si aggiungono agli altri elementi raccolti durante l'indagine. La Procura starebbe verificando anche l'eventuale presenza di altre persone che potrebbero aver subito comportamenti analoghi. Al momento, tuttavia, non risultano accertate ulteriori vittime: la possibilità è oggetto di approfondimenti investigativi. La segnalazione alla Curia di Trani prima della denuncia Un altro elemento della vicenda riguarda il momento in cui la presunta vittima ha deciso di rivolgersi ai responsabili della Chiesa. Nell'ottobre 2025 il giovane avrebbe raccontato i fatti al nuovo parroco del Sacro Cuore. I due avrebbero poi informato l'arcivescovo Leonardo D'Ascenzo. La segnalazione alla diocesi sarebbe quindi arrivata prima della denuncia alle forze dell'ordine. Il 25 novembre 2025 l'arcivescovo ha avviato un'indagine preliminare sull'operato del sacerdote, come confermato successivamente dall'Arcidiocesi di Trani-Barletta-Bisceglie. Nel frattempo, il ragazzo avrebbe iniziato a chiedere agli amici di non lasciarlo solo con Martinelli. La denuncia alla polizia ha dato origine all'inchiesta penale coordinata dalla Procura di Trani e condotta dalla Squadra mobile di Bari. Non sono stati resi pubblici tutti i dettagli delle verifiche ecclesiastiche svolte dopo la segnalazione. La diocesi ha però confermato ufficialmente l'avvio dell'indagine preliminare nel novembre 2025 e, dopo l'arresto, ha annunciato la sospensione del sacerdote da ogni incarico pastorale. Il trasferimento dalla parrocchia del Sacro Cuore al duomo di Corato Martinelli era stato parroco della chiesa del Sacro Cuore di Gesù fino al 2025. Il 1° settembre di quell'anno aveva lasciato l'incarico per trasferirsi nel duomo di Santa Maria Maggiore, sempre a Corato, dove aveva assunto il ruolo di collaboratore del parroco. Nel messaggio pubblicato sui social per salutare i fedeli del Sacro Cuore, il sacerdote aveva spiegato che la decisione era legata anche alle disposizioni dei vescovi pugliesi sui sacerdoti che svolgono contemporaneamente l'attività di docenti di ruolo. Martinelli insegna infatti religione al liceo classico di Corato. Il trasferimento era avvenuto alcuni mesi prima dell'arresto, ma dopo la segnalazione alla diocesi e l'avvio dell'indagine preliminare. Secondo quanto ricostruito dalla stampa, la denuncia alle forze dell'ordine risale alla fine di novembre 2025. Il 10 ottobre 2026 la polizia ha eseguito nei confronti del sacerdote un'ordinanza di custodia cautelare agli arresti domiciliari. La Procura aveva chiesto la custodia in carcere, mentre il giudice ha disposto la misura meno restrittiva, anche per tenerlo lontano dall'ambiente scolastico. La posizione della diocesi: "Dolore e sconcerto" Dopo la diffusione della notizia dell'arresto, l'Arcidiocesi di Trani-Barletta-Bisceglie ha pubblicato una nota in cui esprime "profondo dolore e sconcerto per i fatti contestati". Nel comunicato, la diocesi conferma che l'arcivescovo Leonardo D'Ascenzo aveva avviato l'indagine preliminare il 25 novembre 2025 e precisa di aver disposto la sospensione immediata di Martinelli da ogni incarico pastorale, in via cautelativa e nel rispetto delle norme del diritto canonico e delle disposizioni della Santa Sede. L'Arcidiocesi ha inoltre manifestato vicinanza e solidarietà alla presunta vittima e alla sua famiglia, dichiarando piena fiducia nell'operato della magistratura e delle forze dell'ordine e offrendo la propria collaborazione per gli accertamenti. La nota ribadisce infine l'impegno della Chiesa locale contro ogni forma di abuso e la volontà di garantire che parrocchie e centri pastorali siano luoghi sicuri. Allo stesso tempo, richiama la presunzione di innocenza del sacerdote fino a una sentenza definitiva. Chi è don Vito Martinelli, il sacerdote conosciuto in tv Oltre all'attività pastorale, Martinelli è conosciuto a Corato per il suo lavoro di insegnante di religione e per la presenza nelle emittenti televisive locali. Negli anni ha condotto programmi dedicati alla fede e alle testimonianze personali, tra cui Gloria in rete, Da questa parte, prego e Due minuti per Dio, con contenuti diffusi anche attraverso i social. Il sacerdote è stato attivo anche in iniziative culturali e religiose sul territorio. Nel 2013 aveva preso parte alla commissione preparatoria del Sinodo diocesano e, nel 2015, era stato nominato parroco del Sacro Cuore di Gesù. Dopo la notizia dell'arresto, la vicenda ha suscitato reazioni nella comunità locale, dove Martinelli era conosciuto anche per la sua attività pubblica. Sui social si è aperto ovviamente un confronto tra persone che lo difendono e altre che esprimono vicinanza al giovane che lo ha denunciato.

Oct 13, 2026
Six Flags souvenir photos captured father’s fatal fall from Goliath, witnesses say New

Six Flags souvenir photos captured father’s fatal fall from Goliath, witnesses say

See more of our coverage in your search results. The married dad who died riding a Six Flags rollercoaster in Georgia with his son suddenly “flew out” of his seat — with the horror caught on official souvenir photos available to other riders, many of whom were covered in his blood.The unidentified dad fell out on the final drop of the 200-foot “Goliath” coaster Monday — right as the park’s official cameras snapped photos to be bought at the end.“He’s in our Goliath pictures,” a stunned witness told WXIA. “The picture that they take and that you keep.”A Six Flags parkgoer died after falling from the Goliath roller coaster on Monday. 11AliveUnverified images shared online appear to show a man flying past other riders, who say he hit the car several times before plunging and landing on a haunted house attraction.“He hit a girl two rows in front of us on the Goliath ride right where the pictures are taken,” another woman on the ride told WXIA.“His blood splattered over everybody, and his body fell behind one of the haunted attractions.”It’s unclear how the man fell from the coaster as he rode next to his son, with his wife and daughter watching from below. Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, a 42-year-old teacher from metro Atlanta, died after falling from the 200-foot-tall Goliath roller coaster at the Six Flags Over Georgia amusement park on Monday. NY Post DesignIt appeared the man’s safety belt “dislodged” and “he flew out,” fellow rider Fred Sowemimo told NBC.“You can see images of the person out of the seat,” he said of the souvenir pics. “You can see him on the girl on her row.”It was so surreal, “We initially thought it was a prank,” said Sowemimo’s wife, Vanessa.More coverage on the Six Flags death in Georgia Six Flags’ Goliath coaster restraints were ‘clicking weird’ before Hassan Kariem’s death: riders Six Flags shares drop 16% to lowest level since 2009 after man dies plunging from roller coaster Six Flags shuts down iconic California roller coaster after horrific death in Georgia park Six Flags dad who died on ‘Goliath’ coaster was beloved teacher — riders disclose disturbing detail of his fall Logan Conner said he and his fiancé “made direct eye contact with him” as the rider “started levitating in the air sideways.”Another rider said “It went from having a great time to just screaming, ‘Oh my God, what is happening.'”“You don’t see things like this happen. It should never happen,” said the woman who was riding with her husband.The ‘Goliath’ roller coaster is 200 foot tall and is Georgia’s tallest roller coaster. Zuma / SplashNews.comFour other people at the Austell theme park were injured. The extent of their injuries remains unclear.The roller coaster, which is the tallest in Georgia, was closed and rescuers went row-by-row to bring riders to safety.They were evacuated in groups of four via a stairwell at the side of the ride.Six Flags bosses have temporarily closed nine coasters across six of its parks following the tragedy.

Oct 13, 2026