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MSS Force Commander appeals to donor countries as Haiti mission enters crucial phase

Multinational Security Support Mission (MSSM) Force Commander Godfrey Otunge has called for the creation of additional forward operating bases (FOBs) as outlined in their concept of operations (CONOPS). A forward operating base is a secured military position that supports tactical and strategic goals. FOBs can be used for extended periods. They can be located in […]

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Kenya’s diplomatic setbacks: 4 times country suffered humiliating losses in int’l elections

Kenya’s global diplomatic ambitions have taken several blows in recent years, as the country’s bids for key international positions have ended in disappointment. Despite its strategic importance in Africa and active participation in global affairs, Kenya has found itself on the losing side of some major international elections. As the country sets its sights on […]

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How to watch American Murder Gabby Petito: True crime series on the murdered blogger & late boyfriend Brian Laundrie

THE mysterious disappearance of social media star Gabby Petito caught the world’s attention in 2021.

A new Netflix docuseries called American Murder Gabby Petito delves into the final days of the influencer’s life.

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Instagram / Gabby Petito
Gabby Petito documented her life on social media[/caption]

Who was Gabby Petito?

Gabby Petito was a 22-year-old woman who went on a trip around America with her boyfriend Brian Laundrie.

They planned to travel around the country for four months — but a tragic series of events unfolded.

On July 2, 2021, the pair embarked on their travels, but before long Gabby’s family began to worry.

Gabby had six younger siblings and half-siblings, and was born and raised in Blue Point, New York.

She documented her life and travels on social media sites including YouTube and Instagram.

When did Gabby Petito go missing?

Gabby and Laundrie set off on their four-month trip at the start of July 2021, and she documented their trip on her YouTube channel Nomadic Statik.

They appeared to be having the time of their lives as they visited some of the most picturesque parts of the US.

Gabby’s family stayed in touch with her until the end of August when communication suddenly stopped.

Her parents began to worry and started their search for their daughter, with internet sleuths getting involved in the missing persons case.

Laundrie returned to his home in Florida at the beginning of September in the van that he and Gabby had been travelling in, but he was alone.

Before this, on August 12, 2021, a witness called the police to report that a couple, later identified as Gabby and Laundrie, were seen fighting in Utah.

The caller said they saw a man slap a woman before they drove off together.

Police approached the couple and body cam footage showed them both talking about the physical altercation.

Gabby told the officer that she hit Laundrie first.

I’ve lost our whole future together, every moment we could have cherished.

Brian Laundrie

Where was Gabby Petito’s body found?

The search for Gabby came to a tragic end when a body was found on September 19, 2021.

Her body was found at the Spread Creek Dispersed Camping area in Wyoming which is where the Ford Transit Connect was previously seen before Laundrie drove it home.

An autopsy determined that the manner of death was homicide by “blunt-force injuries to the head and neck, with manual strangulation” which occurred three to four weeks before the body was found.

Gabby Petito speaking to a police officer at Arches National Park.
Gabby and Brian went on a road trip together
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What happened to Gabby Petito’s boyfriend, Brian Laundrie?

Laundrie was described as a person of interest on September 15 by police after he returned home to Florida on his own as he was the last person to have seen Gabby before she disappeared.

However, just two days later his parents told police they had not seen their son since September 14.

Police then announced that they were searching for the Carlton Reserve Laundrie.

More than a month later, on October 20, Laundrie’s body was found in a Florida park along with a notebook and backpack.

It was confirmed on November 23 that Laundrie had taken his own life.

Timeline of Gabby Petito's disappearance

Here we take a look at the sad events surrounding Gabby going missing:

  • July 2021Brian Laundrie and his fiancé Gabby Petito leave for a grip across the country. The couple visit numerous national parks across the way.
  • August 12: Police in Utah respond to an incident involving the couple. The bodycam footage is not released for another month but it shows a visibly upset Gabby talking to police after reports of a domestic violence incident outside a grocery store.
  • August 24: Gabby is seen leaving a hotel in Salt Lake City, Utah, with Laundrie.
  • September 1Laundrie returns to his home in North Port, Florida without Gabby.
  • September 6Laundrie joins his family on a camping trip about 75 miles from their home in North Port.
  • September 11Gabby’s family reports her missing.
  • September 13: Laundrie leaves home to go hiking in Carlton Reserve, Florida. His family had initially said he departed on September 14, but revised their timeline weeks later.
  • September 15Laundrie is named a person of interest in the case of Gabby.
  • September 16Bodycam footage is released regarding the incident between Gabby and Laundrie.
  • September 19: The FBI announces a body found at a Wyoming national park is believed to be that of Gabby’s.
  • September 23: The FBI issued a warrant for Laundrie’s arrest claiming he “used unauthorized debit cards after Gabby Petito’s death.”
  • September 26: A funeral is held for Gabby in New York.
  • September 27Dog the Bounty Hunter announces he will lend a hand and help search for Laundrie.
  • September 28Gabby’s family held an emotional press conference as the search for Laundrie continued.
  • October 5Laundrie’s sister, Cassie, appeared on Good Morning America and urged her brother to come forward.
  • October 7Laundrie’s father, Chris Laundrie, assisted law enforcement in the search to find his son.
  • October 12Gabby’s autopsy results were made public. Teton County Coroner Dr Brent Blue confirmed Gabby died by strangulation.  
  • October 20Laundrie’s personal items were found near the Myakkahatchee Creek Park trail in Florida. The medical examiner was called to the scene to investigate.
  • October 21: Reports stated the human remains found in the Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park were bones.
  • October 21: The FBI confirmed the remains found have been identified as Laundrie’s.
  • January 21, 2022: The FBI released its final investigative statement on Gabby’s case. The statement said, “The investigation did not identify any other individuals other than Brian Laundrie directly involved in the tragic death of Gabby Petito.”

What did Brian Laundrie write in his note?

In the notebook that was found with Laundrie’s body, a letter was found where he took responsibility for Gabby’s death.

He claimed that he killed her after she injured herself in a fall in Wyoming, saying he thought it was “merciful”.

He said that he loved Gabby and he apologised to “everyone who this will affect”.

He ended the note by writing: “I am ending my life not because of a fear of punishment but rather because I can’t stand to live another day without her.

“I’ve lost our whole future together, every moment we could have cherished.”

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Brian Laundrie killed Gabby Petito[/caption]

What did Gabby Petito’s parents say about her disappearance?

When Gabby was reported missing and her body had not yet been found, her family spoke out at new conferences.

At one her father Joseph Petito said: “We ask you to put yourselves in our shoes.

“We haven’t been able to sleep or eat.

“And our lives are falling apart.”

Since Gabby’s death, her mother Nichole has made several public appearances, including one on NBC’s TODAY.

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Gabby’s father Joe Petito with his wife Tara Petito

On August 4, 2022, she revealed on the show that The Gabby Petito Foundation would be donating $100,000 to the National Domestic Violence Hotline in memory of her daughter.

“We’re trying to do good for Gabby, and for everybody else,” Nichole told NBC News senior national correspondent Kate Snow, via TODAY.

“Our story begins because of domestic violence tragedy, and we don’t want to see that happen to anybody else.

“Every potential call that’s coming in is someone’s life, and that’s how we have to think about this.

“Time is precious, lives are precious,” continued Nichole

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Nichole Schmidt is Gabby Petito’s mother

Gabby’s parents sued Laundrie’s parents and their attorney for pain and emotional distress — they believed the Laundries withheld information regarding Petito’s death.

They have since reached a settlement where Gabby’s family received $3million.

How to watch American Murder Gabby Petito

American Murder Gabby Petito dropped on Netflix on Monday, February 17, 2025.

Exploring the sad story of Gabby’s disappearance and death, the docuseries is made up of three parts.

The show features interviews with her loved ones, who reveal the untold story behind her tragic murder.

You're Not Alone

EVERY 90 minutes in the UK a life is lost to suicide

It doesn’t discriminate, touching the lives of people in every corner of society – from the homeless and unemployed to builders and doctors, reality stars and footballers.

It’s the biggest killer of people under the age of 35, more deadly than cancer and car crashes.

And men are three times more likely to take their own life than women.

Yet it’s rarely spoken of, a taboo that threatens to continue its deadly rampage unless we all stop and take notice, now.

That is why The Sun launched the You’re Not Alone campaign.

The aim is that by sharing practical advice, raising awareness and breaking down the barriers people face when talking about their mental health, we can all do our bit to help save lives.

Let’s all vow to ask for help when we need it, and listen out for others… You’re Not Alone.

If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support:

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Everyone can see the happy dog but you need 20/20 vision and a high IQ to spot the hidden butterfly in under 7 seconds

SPOTTING the happy dog is easy, but can you outsmart everyone and find the hidden butterfly in this optical illusion?

Time to put your vision and brain skills to the test and solve this tricky brainteaser in just seven seconds or less.

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Can you spot the hidden butterfly in this image?[/caption]

This image is known as an optical illusion, meaning there could be other not-so obvious elements to be found.

Everyone can quickly see the happy dog sat next to his owner in their comfy living room.

But only those with 20/20 vision and a high IQ can solve this mind-bending puzzle in time.

Are you able to find the hidden butterfly or will you be left scratching your head?

It might seem a bit daunting at first, but the key is to carefully examine each section of the image.

You might wish to start from the top left corner of the image and work your way down, or maybe do the complete opposite – whatever gives you more confidence!

Another useful tactic is picking an element of the picture – in this case a card – and analyse what’s around it.

Were you able to catch the butterfly? If so, congratulations!

Still struggling to figure this one out? Have a look at the solution image at the bottom to check if you were close enough.

How can optical illusions and brainteasers help me?

Engaging in activities like solving optical illusions and brainteasers can have many cognitive benefits as it can stimulate various brain regions.

Some benefits include:

  • Cognitive stimulation: Engaging in these activities challenges the brain, promoting mental agility and flexibility.
  • Problem-solving skills: Regular practice enhances analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Memory improvement: These challenges often require memory recall and can contribute to better memory function.
  • Creativity: They encourage thinking outside the box, fostering creativity and innovative thought processes.
  • Focus and attention: Working on optical illusions and brainteasers requires concentration, contributing to improved focus.
  • Stress relief: The enjoyable nature of these puzzles can act as a form of relaxation and stress relief.

Did you know that solving optical illusions is a great way of training your brain and improving creative thinking?

Brainteasers are purposefully designed to trick our vision and can be used as simple determiners of intelligence.

So you might want to try The Sun’s wide range of optical illusions created to stimulate the deepest parts of your brain.

In this puzzle, you must be a genius if you can help a family find a mistake in their game.

If you think you have a high IQ, then try spotting the strawberry amongst the carnival scene in less than nine seconds.

And if you have 20/20 vision you might be able to spot the hidden number in this mind-boggling image.

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There it was! Were you quick enough to find it?[/caption]
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Can you spot the hidden mistake in this scene?[/caption]
Illustration: Can you spot the strawberry in this busy farmers market scene?
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Can you spot the strawberry hidden amongst this image in less than nine seconds?[/caption]
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Can you spot the hidden number in this mind-boggling illusion?[/caption]
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Were you quick enough to notice that the dice has nine pips on the right side?
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Can you spot the strawberry?
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You must have 20/20 vision and a high IQ if you were able to spot the hidden strawberry beneath the cow[/caption]
Pastel confetti pattern with the number 20.
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Only those with a high IQ could spot the number 20 before time ran out[/caption]

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Win a stunning four-bed Marbella villa or £650,000 cash alternative from just £1.79 with our discount code

SUN readers can win a stunning four-bed Marbella villa or £650,000 cash alternative from just £1.79 with our discount code.

We have teamed up with 7days Performance to offer one lucky winner the chance to claim this amazing prize this week.

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The villa is situated near Marbella and is equipped with a private garden, swimming pool and spectacular views of the Strait of Gibraltar and Africa.

With a privileged location in a new residential area in San Diego, a 10 minute walk along the “Camino Verde” which leads to the exclusive area of Cala Sardina.

The competition is open now and closes at 8.45pm on Sunday 2nd March with the draw available to watch live on Facebook at 9pm.

Tickets are normally £1.99 but Sun readers can claim a discounted price of £1.79 when you sign up and use promo code SUN10.

You can enter online, or with a postal entry.

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7days Performance have competitions almost every day for amazing prizes as well as massive cash jackpots. So far they have given away over £105million with 800,000+ prizes won.

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4 Bed Luxury Villa near Marbella + £10,000 Cash

  • Private Swimming Pool
  • Private Enclosed Garden Area
  • 4 Double Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Open Plan Living and Dining room
  • Open Plan Style Kitchen with Integrated Appliances
  • All Bedrooms with Custom Built Wardrobes 
  • Machinery Room and Laundry Room
  • Full Central Heating System
  • Central Air-Conditioning Throughout 
  • Panoramic Sea Views
  • Parking Spaces for 2 Vehicles 
  • 262sq/m Total Surface Area 
  • 505sq/m Plot Surface
  • Constructed in 2021

This wonderful property is distributed over three floors, built with high quality materials and excellent finishes.

It enjoys great luminosity thanks to its large windows throughout the house and its south-east orientation.

On the first floor there is a spacious living-dining room with integrated kitchen, all in an open plan style.

On the upper floor there are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The master bedroom has an en-suite his and hers bathroom and its own private balcony.

All the bedrooms are equipped with custom made wardrobes, creating a minimalist and tidy feel that achieves the whole design of the Villa.

Parking space for two vehicles in the grounds of the property.

Swimming pool to enjoy the hot days, very comfortable and practical garden, with space for sun loungers, and a spacious area for the barbecue area. 

It is really a dream home to enjoy, with a high potential for holiday rentals or long term. 

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I get paid to try new foods & beauty products – I cashed in £237 with my side hustle in just a week

HAVE you ever been tempted to try out a side hustle to earn some extra cash?

You’re not alone, plenty of people across the nation are giving it a go as they struggle to keep up with the cost of living.

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Clever Charlie posts her smart side hustles online
TikTok / @charlie_louise_cc
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This week she smashed her target of £27 a day
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One smart side-hustler set herself the challenge of raking in an additional £10,000 this year through alternative money-making methods.

Charlie Louise documents her progress on her TikTok account, @charlie_louise_cc, breaking down her profits to her 8,600 followers.

This week, she’s made a cool £237, through some pretty unusual (and yummy!) methods.

Charlie captioned her video: “Part 6 – Is it possible to make 10k a year? Day 6 of my side hustle challenge and I’ve exceeded my goal. A study for £100 supposed to happen today for [sic] postponed though.”

Despite missing out on the well paid study, Charlie smashed her target of making £27 a day.

She showed video clips of the four clever money-making schemes she’d completed this week.

Dog Walking – £18

First, Charlie made a tidy £18 by walking her four-legged friend Simba.

The pair enjoyed a leisurely stoll, while Charlie cashed in on their cute bonding time.

Mystery Shopper – £39

She then made £39 as a mystery shopper.

The savvy saver went undercover at the pub, a bowling alley and a dress shop – and was reimbursed for all her spends.

She even managed to use the opportunity to treat her other half to two fancy date nights, where they tucked into burgers and scored strikes at the bowling alley.

Without costing Charlie a penny!

Top five easiest side hustles

  1. Dog walking
  2. Babysitting
  3. Selling clothes on Vinted or Depop
  4. Start a Youtube or TikTok channel
  5. Tutoring

Product Testing – £30

Charlie came away from method number three with a stunning glow.

She earned £30 as a product tester trying out a brand of fake tan, pocketing the cash without even having to leave her home.

Market Research – £150

Finally, Charlie earned a whopping £150 by devouring some delicious pasta.

She joined in on a market research study that required her to try the tasty meal.

Happy with her progress, she told viewers in the comments: “The easiest £237 when it’s all fun and games.”

And people were quick to praise Charlie for her smart side hustles.

One person told her: “Good work honey.”

While another said: “That’s amazing! And had date nights paid for. Perfect.”

And someone else had clearly been inspired, writing: “I want to do it!”

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