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Perth Now
3 days ago
- Perth Now
‘Paranoid': Driver not guilty of fatal crash
The woman at the centre of a crash that killed a young woman and injured three others will not be held responsible for the carnage, after a judge declared she was suffering delusions in the moments before the collision. Carlie Eileen Richards was driving on the Port River Expressway in Adelaide's outer north on November 1, 2022, with meth in her system and at average speeds of 157km/hr in the seconds before she rear-ended a Toyota Prius. The impact pushed the Prius into a lane of oncoming traffic, and it smashed into another car and then a van. Erica Hoy, who was sitting in the front passenger seat of the Prius, was killed in the horror collison. Her sister Lisa, driving the car, suffered serious injuries and two others - John Reader and Klio Bruckner - were also hurt. Ms Richards was charged with four counts of leaving the scene of an accident after causing death or harm, one count of causing death by dangerous driving, and three of causing harm by dangerous driving. Carlie Richards was arrested after the fatal crash on the Port River Expressway in Adelaide's north. Photo: Courts SA Credit: Supplied The objective facts of the case are not disputed. Richards pleaded guilty to leaving the scene of the accident, but pleaded not guilty to causing death and harm, citing 'mental incompetence' as her defence. In order to be declared mentally incompetent, a court must find that a person suffers from a mental impairment and, as a result, does not know the nature and quality of the conduct or does not know the conduct is wrong. On Thursday morning at the South Australian District Court, Judge Carmen Matteo accepted Richards' claims. Judge Matteo said she found on the balance of probabilities that Richards was suffering an acute relapse of schizoaffective disorder - causing 'paranoid or persecutory delusion' - at the time, and so did not know her conduct was wrong. Dashcam footage shows the multi vehicle crash that took the life of Erica Hoy. Courts SA Credit: Supplied 'That is, she could not reason about whether her conduct - as perceived by reasonable people - was wrong,' she said. 'I find the defendant was mentally incompetent to commit the offences of aggravated causing death by dangerous driving and three counts of aggravated causing harm by dangerous driving.' In her published reasons, Judge Matteo said a forensic psychiatrist had determined Richards was mentally incompetent in the moments before the crash. Richards, 41, believed she was being chased by a 'small security vehicle', the judgment reveals. Judge Matteo said there was no dispute between the defence and prosecution that Richards was suffering from a mental impairment, but the 'issue in contest' was whether or not she knew her driving conduct was wrong. Ms Richards during her police interview. Photo: Courts SA Credit: Supplied The prosecution contended Richards' conduct and the question of her mental competence should be attached to her 'mere act' of driving, rather than the manner of her driving before the crash. But Judge Matteo rejected that argument, saying it was the act of driving dangerously that constituted the offence. 'I accept (the psychiatrist's) conclusion that at the time of driving, the defendant was suffering from persistent persecutory delusions, which were a product of the relapse of her schizoaffective disorder,' she said. 'The experience of such delusions formed part of the defendant's mental state both before and after the collision.' Richards wept as the judge read out her verdict on Thursday. Supplied Credit: Supplied Richards' father appeared in the public gallery on Thursday. Brett Hartwig/ NewsWire Credit: News Corp Australia Judge Matteo also rejected the prosecution's argument that Richards' leaving the scene of the crash indicated her mental competence with respect to her driving, given their closeness in time. Richards, appearing via videolink, wept as Judge Matteo delivered her ruling. She will next appear in court on July 25. Richards' father appeared in the public gallery for the verdict, but declined to offer any comment on leaving the court.
Daily Record
6 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Daily Record
Shoppers rush to buy stylish 'fantastic quality' picnic blanket that's 'perfect on damp grass'
No more damp trousers on dewy picnics thanks to this picnic blanket Picnics always seem like a lovely idea when the sun is shining. Nothing compares to some fancy picky bits (especially from Marks and Spencer... if you know, you know) and even a bottle of prosecco in the park with friends and family. However, the fun can be ruined before it even begins if the grass is dewy or freshly mowed - especially if picnickers have rocked up to the park without a blanket. That's why getting a stylish but practical picnic blanket is essential - one that's easy to carry and looks lovely spread out on a summer's day. Amazon has this VonShef Picnic Blanket for £24.99, and shoppers are praising it as a picnic essential. Measuring 200 x 220cm, it's big enough for a nice group to gather or to sprawl out on solo, and it's got waterproof backing to protect users' trousers from any damp grass they might encounter. The blanket comes in a range of colours, but the green herringbone style is particularly appealing. Plus, it comes with a faux leather handle for easy transport, and it folds down nice and compact for stashing in the car boot when not in use. If this blanket isn't to shoppers' tastes, Debenhams has a pretty leaf print blanket for £14.99. The 'Matteo' Leaf Print Waterproof Backed Picnic Blanket is currently 25% off online, has a durable waterproof backing and rolls up neatly with a carry handle. Alternatively, fans of the herringbone style could try the Boho Herringbone Foldaway Picnic Blanket for £14. This premium-looking picnic blanket also has waterproof backing and a carry handle, making it ideal for picnics on any terrain. However, the VonShef Picnic Blanket on Amazon has plenty of great reviews. One shopper said: "Really great picnic mat – well made and beautifully delivered with a handy harness to keep it rolled up. Very happy with this purchase!" Another added: "Such a spacious picnic blanket! Large enough for a family to comfortably sit on. Really good materials and good quality, no complaints." A third said: "I'll be honest, this is one very sexy picnic blanket. The size is brilliant and the quality is excellent, can't wait to get more use out of it in the summer holidays." Some shoppers did flag problems with rolling the blanket up in windy places, however: "The blanket itself is nice and decent quality, but the rolling up 'mechanism' is so awkward. There is no attached velcro, so you need to roll it and then buckle it up manually, which — on a windy beach — is a real pain." Another warned about washing the blanket: "The fabric feels nice, haven't tested out the waterproof membrane... But we will see. Disappointed that it is hand wash only, but I assume that's due to the waterproof backing. That's the only downside." However, for a premium picnic blanket that's suitable for use on all terrain, the VonShef Picnic Blanket seems worth a look.
Daily Mirror
12-06-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Rally champion, 21, killed in horror crash as tributes paid to tragic star
Matteo Doretto was just 21 years old when he lost control of his rally car during a test in Poland on Wednesday and hit a tree. He was pronounced dead at the scene A rallying prodigy has been killed in a fatal crash, it has been confirmed. The FIA European Rally Championship (ERC) confirmed that Matteo Doretto had lost his life in an accident while testing, aged just 21. The Italian driver was killed during a test in Poland when he lost control of his car and hit a tree at the side of the road. Reports described the impact as "very violent" and images of the destroyed car show extensive damage to the driver's side, where Doretto would have been sat. The Italian racer was pronounced dead by a doctor at the scene of the crash, after firefighters had extracted his body from the wreckage. Co-driver Samuele Pellegrino suffered no major injuries but was taken to hospital as a precaution. Doretto was taking part in the test to prepare for the Rally of Poland, which is scheduled to take place this weekend. It forms part of the European Rally Championship in which former Formula 1 racer Jos Verstappen, father of four-time F1 champion Max Verstappen, competes. The 21-year-old was in the midst of his first ERC season, having landed a seat by winning the Italian junior title last year. "With potential in abundance, Matteo was polite, engaging but, above all, modest," the ERC said in a tribute statement. "To all of Matteo's family and friends, his co-drivers Andrea Budoia and Samuele Pellegrino, the MS Munaretto team and all who had got to know Matteo during his all-too-short time in the ERC, the FIA European Rally Championship family extends its deepest sympathies." Terenzio Testoni, a manager for tyre supplier Pirelli, said: "His loss is a tragedy that deeply saddens us. On behalf of Pirelli, I would like to extend our most heartfelt and sincere condolences to his family and friends. Just three weeks before his death on Wednesday, Doretto had finished third in the junior category at Rally Hungary. He was a member of the ACI Team Italia driver development programme and seemed to have a big future ahead of him in the motorsport world. The ERC said: "Despite the enormity of his achievement in Hungary, when he finished in third position in the young driver category, Matteo used his post-rally summing up to outline his desire to become even more competitive on gravel, while also looking ahead to his home event, next month's Rally di Roma Capitale." Doretto was born and raised near Venice in north-east Italy, to parents Michele and Barbara who were also rally drivers. He is survived by his mother, father and girlfriend, Melissa.
Buzz Feed
11-06-2025
- Health
- Buzz Feed
Experts Explain Why European Food Is Better For You
We've all been there. You go abroad — or have a friend who did (let's call her Rebecca) — and suddenly she's unbearable. She won't stop talking about Bar-the-lona and how the tomatoes just tasted better, how walking everywhere changed her life, how pasta in Rome doesn't even count as carbs, and how Americans 'just don't get it.' But as insufferable as she may be, Rebecca might actually have a point — especially when it comes to the food. At some point, a lot of us come back from Europe feeling…better. Healthier. Lighter. More alive. Maybe it's the slower pace, the extra steps on cobblestone streets, the two-day vacationship with a man named Matteo, or the fact that your nervous system finally got a break from interpreting every period in a Slack message as a personal attack. Or maybe it's because you inhaled bread, cheese, wine, and pasta daily, and somehow came back feeling leaner. So what gives? Is the food actually better over there, or are we all just drunk on Aperol and vacation delusion? Dr. Sandy Ziya, a functional medicine physician, says food quality in Europe really does make a difference. One of the biggest culprits behind that post-vacation glow? A break from ultra-processed foods. 'In my experience, when my patients visit Europe, they do feel healthier,' she says. 'There are many aspects of the processed food and the preparation of food that contribute to that.' And here's the thing: ultra-processed foods aren't just heavily refined — they're also loaded with additives, preservatives, and lab-made ingredients you can't pronounce. That's where the real trouble starts. 'In Europe, food colorings like Red Dye 3 and additives such as glyphosate [yep, the same stuff in Roundup weed killer] are prohibited,' says Dr. Ziya. That's because the European Food Safety Authority requires additives to be proven safe before they're approved. In the U.S., the FDA is a little looser. Instead, we've got the GRAS loophole — short for 'Generally Recognized As Safe.' It allows companies to add ingredients based on expert opinion or historical use, which sounds okay in theory, until you remember that food companies have literally paid scientists to claim cereal was a health food. So, yeah — 'safe' is doing a lot of heavy lifting here. Hey, you! Wanna cook easy recipes in step-by-step mode? Download the free Tasty app right now. Dr. Supriya Rao, a gastroenterologist, explains that all those additives and preservatives can do more than just make you feel sluggish — they can mess with your gut on a cellular level. 'Some common American additives (like carrageenan, polysorbate 80, and certain oils) may alter gut bacteria or increase permeability and increase cytokine production, contributing to inflammation and digestive issues over time,' she says. Zooming out, Dr. Rao adds that the broader issue is how the Standard American Diet stacks all of this together. 'It's full of processed foods, sugary drinks, fast foods, red meat, alcohol, and additives. Eating like this consistently drives chronic inflammation, insulin resistance, gut dysbiosis, weight gain, and more — all of which are foundational triggers for diseases like type 2 diabetes, autoimmune disorders, and cardiovascular issues.' So yes, our food might be slowly killing us. But, hey, at least it's convenient, right? Here's the thing: It's not about guilt-tripping you into growing your own kale or never eating a gas station Snickers again. It's about awareness. Because once you know what you're up against, you can actually do something about it. 'Most people don't even know they're consuming ultra-processed food at every meal,' says Dr. Ziya. 'But the lack of satiety — that never-full feeling — is a major clue. Processed foods hijack your hunger cues.' If you've ever eaten a full bag of Doritos and still felt snacky, you know what she's talking about. So what can we do? Short of moving to a seaside village in Sicily, eating tomatoes grown out of your own garden, and making your own pasta with locally milled flour (honestly, tempting), here are a few real-world tips: — Read ingredient lists. If it has 32 ingredients and you can't pronounce half of them, maybe skip it.— Prioritize organic when possible. Yes, it's more expensive. But when you can, do it. Especially for produce and animal products.— Look for 'banned in Europe' ingredients. If it's banned over there and allowed here, consider it a red flag (not a sexy red flag either).— Cook more at home. Even just a couple of meals a week can help cut down on additives.— Follow the 80/20 rule. You don't have to eat clean all the time; just try to make it your maybe, just maybe, we start holding food manufacturers and government regulators accountable: lobby for better labeling, ask questions, and vote with your fork. Because right now, Europe isn't winning the food game by accident. They're winning because they actually care about public health. Wild, right? TL;DR: Yes, European food is generally healthier. Their food safety standards are stricter, and their ingredient lists are shorter. Your vacation glow isn't all in your head — your gut, your sleep, and your mood probably did improve because of what (and how) you ate. But you don't have to hop on a plane every time you want to feel better. Start small. Stay curious. And hey, if you happen to meet a hot man while shopping for organic zucchini in Trader Joe's, that's just a bonus. Thinking of cooking at home tonight? Download the free Tasty app, where you can follow step-by-step instructions for over 7,500 recipes — no subscription required.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Yahoo
Buona Forchetta reopens following workplace enforcement operation
SAN DIEGO (FOX5/KUSI) — Buona Forchetta in South Park was back to business on Wednesday following a brief closure as a result of a workplace enforcement operation that was carried out by immigration officials last Friday. 'We came to support Matteo. I mean, we've been a customer of Buona Forchetta since 2014 when we first moved to San Diego,' said Dale Haas, a long-time customer. Haas and Jason Gagnom were among the first to eat at the restaurant Wednesday after immigration officials conducted a workplace enforcement operation at the business. PREVIOUS: Buona Forchetta to close temporarily following ICE raid in South Park Federal agents were met with community members protesting their investigation. The raid ended with flashbangs and a shaken-up community. 'It was just unnecessary. The way this was done was just absolutely unnecessary,' said Gagnom. They say they know all the employees at the South Park location where the raid happened feel like something happened to their family. 'They've invited us for Christmas, we've spent special occasions, birthdays…I would say hundreds of times we've come here…holidays,' they said. 'We always feel like this is a family place. Anytime we have guests in town, we always bring them to Buona Forchetta.' Outrage and solidarity after ICE raid shakes South Park restaurant The search warrant released this week shows the investigation dates back to 2020, when Homeland Security Investigations received a tip that the restaurant's owner was hiring immigrants in the country illegally and asking them to work long hours. Homeland Security Investigations received another tip in January, accusing the restaurant of hiring people in the country illegally and using fake names on work schedules. Investigators say that the restaurant submitted fraudulent green cards when asked to turn over employee I-9 forms. As a result of the raid, at least two employees were taken into ICE custody. 'We believe in what Trump is doing and his message is, 'We're not going to stand for it,'' said Pedro Gonzalez, a customer. While Gonzalez said he supports the Trump administration's immigration crackdown, he was thinking of the restaurant while in town and wanted to support it. 'Every business has an overhead cost and just because unfortunately, they had people working they maybe or maybe not…we don't know…shouldn't have been working here, we don't know that,' he said. 'Of course, that's going to be determined at a later date, but we're still going to support the business. It has amazing food.' In a statement released Monday, Buona Forchetta said it received a copy of the warrant and is in the process of reviewing it with its legal counsel. It said it will provide further comment as appropriate after review. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
