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64-year-old mom jumps from third-floor NYC apartment to escape knife-wielding son: sources

A woman jumped from a third-floor window to escape her son who was threatening her with a knife.

Editor's Letter: For a Moment, Surrender Yourself to a Slower Pace

Travel provides a necessary escape from reality, allowing individuals to relax and rejuvenate in positive environments.

How to get really drunk on Election Day in San Francisco

San Francisco offers great spots for those wanting to avoid Election Day noise and enjoy cocktails instead.
#monkeys

Monkeys escape medical research lab for the fourth time-over 40 currently on the loose

The escaped monkeys are harmless and pose little threat to the public, according to local authorities.

More than half the medical research monkeys who escaped breeding facility have been caught because they stayed around to interact with friends inside

Most of the escaped monkeys from a medical research facility in South Carolina have been recovered, and all are reported healthy.

43 research monkeys on the lam still "playfully exploring," police say

A group of 43 young rhesus macaque monkeys escaped from Alpha Genesis Primate Research Facility, displaying playful behavior and posing no health risk to the public.

Monkeys escape medical research lab for the fourth time-over 40 currently on the loose

The escaped monkeys are harmless and pose little threat to the public, according to local authorities.

More than half the medical research monkeys who escaped breeding facility have been caught because they stayed around to interact with friends inside

Most of the escaped monkeys from a medical research facility in South Carolina have been recovered, and all are reported healthy.

43 research monkeys on the lam still "playfully exploring," police say

A group of 43 young rhesus macaque monkeys escaped from Alpha Genesis Primate Research Facility, displaying playful behavior and posing no health risk to the public.
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#hmp-wandsworth

Khalife van 'able to leave prison despite alert'

The food delivery truck used by Daniel Khalife escaped from HMP Wandsworth despite security being aware that an inmate was missing.

Woman arrested over Daniel Khalife alleged prison escape from HMP Wandsworth prison

A 25-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the alleged escape from HMP Wandsworth last year.
The woman was released on bail until a date in late April.

Khalife van 'able to leave prison despite alert'

The food delivery truck used by Daniel Khalife escaped from HMP Wandsworth despite security being aware that an inmate was missing.

Woman arrested over Daniel Khalife alleged prison escape from HMP Wandsworth prison

A 25-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the alleged escape from HMP Wandsworth last year.
The woman was released on bail until a date in late April.
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#police

Man missing after escaping while on trip from London mental health facility a fortnight ago

Police are actively looking for Trevor St Martins, who escaped from a mental health facility during a supervised outing.

Handcuffed suspect who escaped in Maserati from Jackson still at large, police say

An escaped suspect fled from police during transport after medical treatment, prompting a search by law enforcement.

Man missing after escaping while on trip from London mental health facility a fortnight ago

Police are actively looking for Trevor St Martins, who escaped from a mental health facility during a supervised outing.

Handcuffed suspect who escaped in Maserati from Jackson still at large, police say

An escaped suspect fled from police during transport after medical treatment, prompting a search by law enforcement.
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#literature

Interview: Victor Lodato, author of 'Honey,' on art, wish fulfillment, and living in Ashland

Honey's character in Victor Lodato's novel embodies resilience and the pursuit of beauty amidst a challenging past.

The pandemic should not be a literary prop in novels

Reading provides an escape from reality, especially valuable after pandemic-related stress.

Interview: Victor Lodato, author of 'Honey,' on art, wish fulfillment, and living in Ashland

Honey's character in Victor Lodato's novel embodies resilience and the pursuit of beauty amidst a challenging past.

The pandemic should not be a literary prop in novels

Reading provides an escape from reality, especially valuable after pandemic-related stress.
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Long Island 'Houdini' slips handcuffs over head, takes cop car for joyride, police say

A Long Island man was arrested for DUI and escaped from a police car, leading to multiple felony charges after a joyride.
#police-search

Desperate hunt for patient who escaped west London mental health facility six days ago

Police are urgently searching for 41-year-old Terrence Mayes, who escaped from a mental health facility in London.

Man escapes from Krome Detention Center in south Miami-Dade, police say

A man escaped from Krome Detention Center in Miami-Dade County, prompting a police search.

Desperate hunt for patient who escaped west London mental health facility six days ago

Police are urgently searching for 41-year-old Terrence Mayes, who escaped from a mental health facility in London.

Man escapes from Krome Detention Center in south Miami-Dade, police say

A man escaped from Krome Detention Center in Miami-Dade County, prompting a police search.
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#manhunt

Ex-Catalan leader Carles Puigdemont returns to Spain then vanishes again

Police launched a manhunt for ex-Catalonia leader Carles Puigdemont in Barcelona after a sensational escape from a speech with alleged police help.

The True Story Behind Netflix's Prison Escape Romance Jailbreak: Love on the Run

Vicky White's relationship with Casey Cole White led to a dramatic escape and a tragic end, highlighting serious flaws in correctional oversight.

Mohammed Amra: What we know about The Fly on the run after France police van attack

Mohammed Amra, a suspected drug boss, escaped during an ambush on his prison van in France, leading to a large-scale manhunt by hundreds of police officers.

Ex-Catalan leader Carles Puigdemont returns to Spain then vanishes again

Police launched a manhunt for ex-Catalonia leader Carles Puigdemont in Barcelona after a sensational escape from a speech with alleged police help.

The True Story Behind Netflix's Prison Escape Romance Jailbreak: Love on the Run

Vicky White's relationship with Casey Cole White led to a dramatic escape and a tragic end, highlighting serious flaws in correctional oversight.

Mohammed Amra: What we know about The Fly on the run after France police van attack

Mohammed Amra, a suspected drug boss, escaped during an ambush on his prison van in France, leading to a large-scale manhunt by hundreds of police officers.
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#capybara

Escaped capybara Cinnamon spotted in wild after escaping zoo enclosure

Cinnamon, a capybara, has been found after escaping her zoo enclosure, sparking a search for her safe return.

Public warned not to approach escaped capybara from Shropshire zoo

A zoo in England is seeking public help to find an escaped capybara named Cinnamon, emphasizing the need for caution around the animal.

Escaped capybara Cinnamon spotted in wild after escaping zoo enclosure

Cinnamon, a capybara, has been found after escaping her zoo enclosure, sparking a search for her safe return.

Public warned not to approach escaped capybara from Shropshire zoo

A zoo in England is seeking public help to find an escaped capybara named Cinnamon, emphasizing the need for caution around the animal.
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#crime

Police in Kenya say suspected serial killer has escaped from custody

A Kenyan murder suspect who confessed to killing 42 women escaped from police custody, raising concerns about law enforcement accountability and public safety.

Jurors help subdue man who escaped from Maine courthouse

A convicted man attempted to escape the courthouse after being found guilty of assaulting a young child.

Police in Kenya say suspected serial killer has escaped from custody

A Kenyan murder suspect who confessed to killing 42 women escaped from police custody, raising concerns about law enforcement accountability and public safety.

Jurors help subdue man who escaped from Maine courthouse

A convicted man attempted to escape the courthouse after being found guilty of assaulting a young child.
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Plato Gallery Unveils Akos Ezer and Maude Corriveau Solo Exhibitions | stupidDOPE

The exhibitions by Ezer and Corriveau elegantly explore the theme of escape through contrasting artistic styles, highlighting complexities of modern life.

Jeff Goldblum was bullied growing up. It made him crave something 'finer'

Jeff Goldblum views acting as an escape from a tough, bullying culture, seeking a finer way of being through performance.
#arizona

Giant tortoise makes a break for it - and is captured three miles away

Stitch, a giant tortoise, escaped and created a road hazard on Interstate 10 near Phoenix, leading to a unique rescue operation.

Police Nab Fugitive Tortoise on Slow Run to Freedom

A giant tortoise named Stitch escaped from an animal park in Arizona, leading to a slow-moving pursuit on the highway.

Giant tortoise makes a break for it - and is captured three miles away

Stitch, a giant tortoise, escaped and created a road hazard on Interstate 10 near Phoenix, leading to a unique rescue operation.

Police Nab Fugitive Tortoise on Slow Run to Freedom

A giant tortoise named Stitch escaped from an animal park in Arizona, leading to a slow-moving pursuit on the highway.
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I'm a mom of 3 and prefer spending time with my child-free friends

I value friendships with parents and child-free friends for diverse conversations, offering a temporary escape.

Puigdemont's lawyer says he is back in France or Belgium

Carles Puigdemont, the Catalan separatist leader, has evaded Spanish police and is now back in either France or Belgium, according to his lawyer.

Baby thrown from window as 10 escape 'ferocious' fire caused by e-bike battery

Ten people escaped a house fire caused by an e-bike battery with help from a quick-thinking builder and public assistance.
#kidnapping

Abduction, Escape, Adventure: Gresham author pens debut fiction novel

An unlikely story unfolds in two different timelines: a young boy escaping his kidnapper in 1896 Spain and a reporter stumbling upon an abduction case in 1966 California.

What happened to Alex Batty? video report

A British teenager allegedly kidnapped by his mother six years ago escaped after she planned to take him to Finland.
The teenager was found in a remote corner of south-west France, carrying only a skateboard and cash.

Man rapes 17-year-old he kept hostage for days, then she escapes, California cops say

Teenage girl escaped man's car after being held captive for nearly a week
Man facing charges including kidnapping and rape for holding girl against her will

Abduction, Escape, Adventure: Gresham author pens debut fiction novel

An unlikely story unfolds in two different timelines: a young boy escaping his kidnapper in 1896 Spain and a reporter stumbling upon an abduction case in 1966 California.

What happened to Alex Batty? video report

A British teenager allegedly kidnapped by his mother six years ago escaped after she planned to take him to Finland.
The teenager was found in a remote corner of south-west France, carrying only a skateboard and cash.

Man rapes 17-year-old he kept hostage for days, then she escapes, California cops say

Teenage girl escaped man's car after being held captive for nearly a week
Man facing charges including kidnapping and rape for holding girl against her will
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#london

Third man who escaped from hospital is found

Police locate man who escaped psychiatric hospital in London.

London police recapture 2 horses on the run DW 04/24/2024

Horses escaped in central London, creating confusion. All horses accounted for, some personnel and horses injured.

Did five frightened horses bolting through London really mean the end was neigh? | Michael Hogan

The escape of five working horses in central London caused chaos and fascination, prompting a mix of fear and excitement among the observers.

Third man who escaped from hospital is found

Police locate man who escaped psychiatric hospital in London.

London police recapture 2 horses on the run DW 04/24/2024

Horses escaped in central London, creating confusion. All horses accounted for, some personnel and horses injured.

Did five frightened horses bolting through London really mean the end was neigh? | Michael Hogan

The escape of five working horses in central London caused chaos and fascination, prompting a mix of fear and excitement among the observers.
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Japanese-Inspired Tiny Home Redefines Spaciousness and Light-Filled Living in Micro-Housing - Yanko Design

Escape's eONE XL tiny home offers a spacious and light-filled design with Japanese-style exterior, all-electric appliances, ample storage and floor space, and unique features like a bathtub.

Acclaimed Iranian Film Director Flees Country After Jail Sentence

Iranian film director Mohammad Rasoulof fled Iran after being sentenced to 8 years in prison for movies criticizing authoritarian rule.
#police-investigation

Delivery driver 'lucky to be alive' after escaping crash by seconds

The wife of a delivery driver expressed relief as her husband narrowly escaped a crash involving a lorry and two cars with only a hip injury.

'Bold move' enables delivery driver to escape accused robber, California cops say

A delivery driver in California escaped an accused robber by intentionally crashing his truck into a light pole.

Delivery driver 'lucky to be alive' after escaping crash by seconds

The wife of a delivery driver expressed relief as her husband narrowly escaped a crash involving a lorry and two cars with only a hip injury.

'Bold move' enables delivery driver to escape accused robber, California cops say

A delivery driver in California escaped an accused robber by intentionally crashing his truck into a light pole.
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A Calif. man hid for 6 months in a secret room in Circuit City

A woman's romantic partner turned out to be an escaped convict living in hidden rooms at a toy store and electronics retailer.

Married at 10, abused and forced to flee without her children: an Afghan woman on life under the Taliban

Child forced marriage tragedy leads to trauma and loss, with resilience and escape.
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"Incoming," by Teju Cole

Ms. Prosper's singing brings a moment of joy before everything comes to an end.
The leaders, including Ms. Prosper, are arrested the next morning.
The characters in the story have a plan to escape but not everyone will make it.

Miami area homeland security officers say a prisoner escaped from federal prison

Teen arrested in connection with a shooting in Tamarac
Federal prisoner escapes from low-security facility in Miami

Man arrested on suspicion of assisting Daniel Khalife alleged prison escape

A man has been arrested on suspicion of helping Daniel Khalife escape from prison
The arrest was carried out by officers from the Met's Counter Terrorism Command

"Incoming," by Teju Cole

Ms. Prosper's singing brings a moment of joy before everything comes to an end.
The leaders, including Ms. Prosper, are arrested the next morning.
The characters in the story have a plan to escape but not everyone will make it.

Miami area homeland security officers say a prisoner escaped from federal prison

Teen arrested in connection with a shooting in Tamarac
Federal prisoner escapes from low-security facility in Miami

Man arrested on suspicion of assisting Daniel Khalife alleged prison escape

A man has been arrested on suspicion of helping Daniel Khalife escape from prison
The arrest was carried out by officers from the Met's Counter Terrorism Command
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Accused killer who left girlfriend's body at Boston airport escapes police custody in Kenya

Kevin Kangethe, who is wanted for allegedly killing his girlfriend and dumping her body at a Boston airport, escaped from police custody in Kenya.
The circumstances of how exactly he escaped the police station are unclear, but four police officers who were on duty at the time are in custody and have released statements.
Investigators took three months to find and arrest Kangethe, who had fled to Kenya after the murder.

The Year Flaco the Owl Roamed Free

Flaco the Eurasian eagle-owl escaped from the Central Park Zoo and has been living in Manhattan for over a year.
Flaco has been spotted all over Manhattan, captivating the public and gaining a following of birders and fans.
#monkey

After a Taste of Freedom in the Scottish Highlands, Runaway Monkey Is Captured

A monkey named Honshu escaped from the Highland Wildlife Park in Scotland and was captured after several days on the run.
The monkey's escape and capture attracted attention from the local community and the national press.

Search continues for monkey on the run from Highlands wildlife park

A monkey has escaped from Highland Wildlife Park in the Scottish Highlands
The Japanese macaque, nicknamed Kingussie Kong, has been spotted taking food from neighbor's bird feeders

After a Taste of Freedom in the Scottish Highlands, Runaway Monkey Is Captured

A monkey named Honshu escaped from the Highland Wildlife Park in Scotland and was captured after several days on the run.
The monkey's escape and capture attracted attention from the local community and the national press.

Search continues for monkey on the run from Highlands wildlife park

A monkey has escaped from Highland Wildlife Park in the Scottish Highlands
The Japanese macaque, nicknamed Kingussie Kong, has been spotted taking food from neighbor's bird feeders
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#books

The 10 Best Books of 2023

Books in 2023 explored the theme of escape and new futures.
Two recommended books from 2023 are 'Mrs. Price' and 'The Vaster Wilds.'

Escape to another world': Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe on reading in prison

Books can provide an escape from difficult situations like solitary confinement.
Reading can help transport readers to different worlds and provide a sense of freedom.
Books have the power to connect people across time and space.

The 10 Best Books of 2023

Books in 2023 explored the theme of escape and new futures.
Two recommended books from 2023 are 'Mrs. Price' and 'The Vaster Wilds.'

Escape to another world': Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe on reading in prison

Books can provide an escape from difficult situations like solitary confinement.
Reading can help transport readers to different worlds and provide a sense of freedom.
Books have the power to connect people across time and space.
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4 months ago

When the Taliban Took Kabul, She Fled, and Made a New Life in New York

Nargis Baran, a young lawyer from Afghanistan, escaped to New York City after the Taliban took over Kabul, highlighting the plight of educated Afghan youth and women under Taliban rule.

Johnny Blue Skies / Sturgill Simpson: Passage du Desir

The album delves into themes of confusion, peril, and suffering, exploring themes of escape and self-exile through detailed storytelling.

Calif. inmate who escaped prison camp nearly 13 years ago finally caught in NYC

Eduardo Hernandez, who escaped prison 13 years ago, was recaptured in New York City and will be returned to California for further charges.
from www.nytimes.com
4 months ago

A Rikers Detainee Made a Daring Escape. The Getaway Car? A City Bus.

A Rikers Island detainee utilized the city bus system as a getaway vehicle in an escape from Bellevue Hospital Center.

Henri Charriere: Papillon de Pigalle archive, June 1969

Parisian literary scene captivated by ex-convict's escapades.
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