Watch: Moment gunman tackled by school principal
Principal’s Courageous Action Stops Active Shooter
CCTV footage from Oklahoma captures a pivotal moment at Pauls Valley High School on 7 April, where principal Kirk Moore confronted an active shooter named Victor Hawkins. The footage shows Moore charging toward the assailant, successfully disarming him before another staff member intervened. Despite sustaining a leg injury during the incident, Moore was later released from the hospital. Hawkins, a former student, was apprehended on the scene and faces multiple charges, including unlawful firearm carrying and attempted murder.
Artemis II Crew Shatters Records in Lunar Journey
The Artemis II astronauts recently set a new benchmark for distance from Earth during their nine-day voyage, surpassing the Apollo 13 crew’s 1970 record of 248,655 miles (400,171 km). As they navigate the Moon’s far side, commander Reid Wiseman’s wife passed away from cancer in 2020 at the age of 46. Meanwhile, Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen became the first to venture into deep space as part of the mission, receiving a direct call from the prime minister.
“It is so great to hear from Earth again,” said astronaut Christina Koch after reestablishing communication.
The crew also conducted tests on the Orion spacecraft, including practicing maneuvers, and shared updates with families via video link. NASA aims to achieve a human lunar landing by 2028, though this mission focuses on orbital exploration rather than a surface touchdown.
Unexpected Wildlife Encounter in Tampa
A homeowner in Tampa discovered a nine-foot alligator lounging in their pool area, prompting police to respond. A wildlife specialist successfully relocated the creature. Separately, the Canadian prime minister joined the Finnish president on a joint visit, marking a significant diplomatic milestone. Meanwhile, a commercial flight provided passengers with a rare view of NASA’s historic Moon mission launch, witnessed by BBC Science Editor Rebecca Morelle from just three miles away.
