Two rare ‘doomsday fish’ wash ashore, sparking global superstition Oarfish sightings in India and Australia have reignited fascination with the deep-sea creatures long linked to natural From a massive fish grave to an incognito city administrator and a pizza party, public records have revealed the details of what went down after an estimated 1,000 catfish, trout and carp washed As if 2025 didn’t have enough ominous energy, now we’ve got a doomsday fish. An oarfish, mythologically thought of as a harbinger of impending doom, recently washed ashore in the Canary "Dead serious" in modern lingo / TUE 7-1-25 / Little tuber used to make Spanish horchata / Most "wasabi" at sushi bars, in actuality / Electronically produced echo effect / Tower of ___ (mathematical puzzle with disks) On June 2, 2025, a three-metre-long (9 feet) oarfish was washed ashore on an Australian beach. Two oarfishes were found later in New Zealand. People on the internet have started speculating, and theories of superstition are now flying thick and fast. Officers at the scene of the shooting in downtown Chicago late on July 2, 2025. Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune, via Associated Press By Mitch Smith Julie Bosman and John Yoon A sudden uptick in oarfish sightings has sparked debate and concern among people, particularly as four of these fish appeared in just a few days. Many wonder if this trend reflects an upcoming seismic event, while others express doubt about the connection between marine life and geological activity. A dead oarfish has appeared on one of the most remote and least inhabited stretches of coastline in the Southern Hemisphere. The fish, several metres in length, was found washed ashore on the wild west coast of Tasmania. One person is dead and another hospitalized after a shooting early Thursday morning, July 3, 2025 at the Glen Acres Golf Course in Burien’s Boulevard Park neighborhood, the King County Sheriff’s Office confirmed. The Fourth of July is finally here, and North Texas is lighting up the sky with dazzling fireworks displays and family-friendly celebrations. From Dallas to Denton, there are plenty of events happening throughout the region to mark Independence Day. Here’s a full guide to where and when you can catch the festivities: Friday, June 28 Independence Day Celebration – Klyde Warren Park, Dallas Streamers and networks have lined up several options to watch fireworks, musical performances and more for Independence Day 2025. An oarfish, also known as the "doomsday fish", was recently caught off the Tamil Nadu coast. This deep-sea creature, rarely seen near the surface, is thought to be a warning of natural disasters. Jersey City's annual 4th of July Festival + Fireworks Spectacular is set to return to Exchange Place on July 4th, 2025. As tensions rise in Port Charles, General Hospital spoilers for the week of July 7, 2025, promise jaw-dropping returns, unexpected threats, and emotional confrontations. Sonny gets ready to strike back, Willow’s future takes a dark turn, and Britt’s return stuns everyone. Philadelphia is gearing up for a spectacular lineup of fireworks displays and festive events as part of this year’s Fourth of July celebrations. From Center What: Fireworks Where: SeaWorld San Diego When: July 3-6, shows at 9:50 p.m. (July 3, 5, 6), extended show at 9:30 p.m. on July 4 Price: Included with admission, tickets start at $59.99 Details: Patriotic soundtrack accompanies the fireworks during SeaWorld’s multi-day celebration. La Jolla Shores 4th of July Drone Show What: Drone show Where: Kellogg Park When: July 4 at sundown Price: Free The giant oarfish, the largest bony fish in the world, was spotted floating — dead — just off San Diego, only the 20th such fish to wash up along the California coast since the early 1900s Four ultra-rare oarfish, known as "doomsday fish" have washed up across Tasmania, India, and New Zealand all in just a few days early June 2025. Is something changing in the deep abyss causing A rare deep-sea fish regarded as a harbinger of doom has washed up on a beach in the Canary Islands. The oarfish was discovered by beachgoers in Lanzarote on 10 February, sparking fears among the Lawrence 4th Fest 2025 Schedule June 13, 2025 City of Lawrence 4th Fest 2025 Friday, July 4, 2025 Lawrence Community Park 5301 N. Franklin Rd. Celebrate Independence Day with the City of Lawrence at 4th Fest 2025—a full day of family fun, food, live entertainment, and a spectacular fireworks finale!
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