no to something that sounds dangerous.
Unfortunately, children are susceptive to peer pressure and the like; even the most intelligent of youngsters can be coerced andfmconvinced to partake in stunts that promise dire consequences.
Just ask the parents of 11-year-old Tyler Broome, who suffered horrific injuries after trying a YouTube craze known as ‘the roundabout of death’.
Yes, the name alone pretty much tells you the salient facts of the matter, but for Tyler it wasn’t so much an incredibly dangerous stunt as a way to show his friends how fearless he was.
The 11-year-old thereafter sustained injuries consistent with those seen in fighter pilots, after bein subjected to extreme gravitational force (G-force).
The craze he participated in – known as the ’roundabout of death’ – sees participants sitting in the middle of a playground roundabout whilst it’s spun at high speed using the rear wheel of a motorcycle.
Shortly after the ordeal, Tyler was found unconscious near the roundabout, left with possible damage to his brain and vision.
Extreme force
It’s believed he was subjected to the sort of G-force usually only encountered by pilots and astronauts.
It’s reported that Tyler was at a local park with a friend when they were approached by a group of older teenagers who dared them into the game.
Terrifying ordeal
“I don’t recognise my child – he is on the verge of having a stroke. Tyler sat on the roundabout, and the boy who came over was about 17. Tyler doesn’t know him, they are not friends,” his mom Dawn said, per British newspaper The Independent.
“He puts his motorbike on the floor, gets the roundabout spinning at such a speed. When they all stopped, the group just cleared off – it is bullying.”
Dawn claimed that hospital staff had never seen such injuries and had to do research before they were able to begin treating her son.
“The injuries were so extreme, he just looked like the Elephant Man. They have never seen it before, they are going to make a medical report from it.
“His head has completely swelled up, his blood vessels have burst, his eyes look alien. His vision is blurry. You can manage a broken arm but this? He doesn’t remember it, he doesn’t remember the detail.”
Parents, please always bear in mind that children are susceptible to trying things we adults would stay well clear of.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to young Tyler and his family. Share this story to spread the warning over an incredibly dangerous game.
Julia Roberts Goes Blonde, and Everyone Notice the Same Thing
Julia Roberts is making waves again with a cool new hair color, but people have totally different opinions about her latest look.
On June 16, Julia Roberts’ trusted colorist, Kadi Lee, took to Instagram to unveil the actress’s bold new look — she’s swapped out her soft brown locks for a stunning golden blonde. Lee explained in her post that she approached the transformation gradually to ensure Roberts’ hair stayed healthy throughout the process.
The 56-year-old actress also changed her usual blunt bangs to a softer curtain style that framed her face. She wore her layered hair in loose waves, showing off the mix of dark and light highlights in her new look.
Going blonde wasn’t Roberts’ only recent hair change. Last year, in March 2023, she surprised everyone by showing up with bangs at an event.
Since the actress is known for her iconic red hair, people have mixed feelings about her new blonde look. However, most people ended up loving it and praised her for the change. “How she looks so stunning with literally any hair color,” someone wrote. Other comments included, “Oh wow! That blonde looks amazing on her! Love Julia with dark hair, but I gotta admit, that blonde is beautiful!”
Many comments complimented her beauty despite the changes and years, with people saying things like, “Julia always looks amazing,” and “Perfection and an inspiration.”
Here are some tips Julia Roberts has shared over the years to keep her youthful look.
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