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Mute teen born without jaw has rap lyrics brought to life by hip-hop star Trap House

Born without a jaw, 17-year-old Isaiah Acosta has never spoken a word. Yet, he just released his first rap song, Oxygen to Fly. The song speaks to his struggles of living with a condition called situs inversus and his survival, despite huge doubts. Recognising Isaiah has a lot to say, Childrens Miracle Network Hospitals introduced him to Phoenix-based rapper Trap House, who gave a voice to Isaiahs lyrics and his first track, for which sales will benefit childrens hospitals. Isaiahs experience was recorded in this documentary short, produced by Childrens Miracle Network Hospitals and directed by Torben Bernhard.

Mar 13, 2017

EPA chief Scott Pruitt doubts climate change consensus

EPA head Scott Pruitt drew criticism after stating that he didnt believe that carbon dioxide was a primary contributor to climate change.

Mar 13, 2017

United Nations says 2016 was the deadliest year for Syrian children

UNICEF said the cases of children being killed, maimed or recruited into armed groups were "highest on record" last year in Syria.

Mar 13, 2017

The Viral Fever CEO Arunabh Kumar rubbishes molestation charges by anonymous blogger

TVF CEO, Arunabh Kumar, rubbished the sexual harassment charge made by an anonymous blogger.

Mar 13, 2017

Hafiz Saeed's brother-in-law Makki takes charge as Jamaat-ud-Dawa chief after 26/11 mastermind's detention

Saeed, the mastermind of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, was placed under house arrest by the Pakistan government in January. He has also been put on the no-fly list.

Mar 13, 2017

Irate Millwall fan punches Spurs supporter after FA Cup London derby

After a humiliating 6-0 loss in the FA cup quarter final, a video appears to show a Millwall fan snap and punch a taunting Tottenham supporter in the face on 12 March. Fans of Tottenham Hotspur and Millwall clashed before their teams met, as police tried to keep the fans separate and under control. The FA is also investigating Millwalls fans after they reportedly targeted Tottenham Hotspur forward Heung-min Son with racist chants.

Mar 13, 2017

Syrias war: The conflict explained

What started with young men vandalizing the walls of a school with the words “It’s your turn, Doctor Bashar al-Assad” in February 2011 has evolved into six years of bloodshed, violence and destruction. Syria, the Arab Spring’s greatest failure, is fast approaching another anniversary. Newsweek details Syria’s descent into war, one that has transformed a people, a country, and a region, potentially forever.

Mar 13, 2017

Brazilian President Michel Temer forced to flee home by ghosts: He'd better avoid these 5 haunted buildings

Brazilian President Michel Temer and his wife abandoned Palácio da Alvorada as they believe that the official residence is haunted. Here are 5 other haunted buildings in the world.

Mar 13, 2017

Predator drone retires: The top 5 combat drones that still torment terrorists across the world

As the Predator drone is retired by the US military, here are the 5 deadly drones that continue to patrol global skies against terrorists and enemies

Mar 13, 2017

1,000s protest for resignation of Guatemala president after teen shelter fire

Thousands of people banged drums, chanted and marched in Guatemala City on 11 March, to demand President Jimmy Morales step down after a deadly shelter fire. At least 39 girls were killed last week when a fire ripped through the Virgen de la Asuncion Guatemala City shelter for abused teens, while 52 girls were locked inside. Police and witnesses say the fire appeared to have been started by one of the girls, possibly as a protest after hours of being trapped inside.

Mar 13, 2017

Cyclists try to control bikes after Cape Town Cycle Tour cancelled due to strong winds

Winds of up to 100kph – that blew competitors off their bikes – forced organisers to cancel the international road race in South Africa.

Mar 13, 2017

‘I feel like I have been taken hostage’: Passengers react to Berlin airport strike

Hundreds of flights have been cancelled in Berlin, as workers at the city’s two airports go on strike over a pay dispute. Workers at the Tegel and Schoenefeld airports walked out at 4am on 13 March.

Mar 13, 2017

Donald Trump tried to call attorney Preet Bharara 'to thank him for his services' before firing him

A US law enforcement official said that Bharara declined to take Trump's call stating that he did not want to talk to the US President without his superior's approval.

Mar 13, 2017

Manipur government formation: Did Congress try to trick Governor Najma Heptulla over support from NPP with forgery?

Congress had presented a letter showing support from NPP, an hour after four NPP MLAs showed their support for BJP.

Mar 13, 2017

When actress Shenaz Treasurywala was 'inappropriately touched with the excuse of Holi Hain'

Shenaz Treasurywala took to social media to recall how she has been touched "inappropriately" by men with the excuse of playing Holi in the past.

Mar 13, 2017