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Carolyne Moss said she has been running on the South Creek Greenway trail since she moved to Springfield in 2016, and she's never had any problems.

But after going for a run Saturday morning, she returned to her SUV in the parking lot at McDaniel Park on National and Sunset to find that feces had been smeared on herwindshield and door handles and the air had been let out of one of her tires.

Moss, who is black, said she thinks the vandalism was racially motivated.

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"I'm pretty sure," Moss said. "With all that's going on."

There were other vehicles in the parking lot when Moss arrived at about 7:30 a.m., but hers was the only one vandalized. And she said she didn't have any altercations with anyone before or during her run.

Carolyne Moss said her SUV was vandalized on Saturday morning at McDaniel Park in Springfield.(Photo: Harrison Keegan/Springfield News-Leader)

"Somebody saw who was coming out of what car," Moss said.

Moss said she made a police report and the officers assured her they would check surveillance cameras in the area to see if they could identify a suspect.

Moss said she is a registered nurse and a member of the Missouri National Guard. She said she tries to live her life serving others.

The Springfield-Greene County Park Board and Ozark Greenways released a statement Saturday condemning the act of vandalism that took place at McDaniel Park.

Director of Parks Bob Belote said the incident was appalling and unacceptable.

"There is absolutely no place for hate or derision in our public parks or on our trails," said Belote. "Our parks and trails bring people together. They offer hope. And they should be places where all of us feel safe. An important part of that safety is our own park patrons and neighbors keeping an eye out for each other, like another helpful trail user did at McDaniel Park today. If you see a crime in a park or feel unsafe, please call 911."

Since moving to Springfield, Moss said she has been confronted a few times with comments that she felt were racially insensitive, but she had never experienced anything like Saturday morning's vandalism.

I never used to watch my back when I'm running or when I'm walking or when I'm doing something. But nowI'm going to have to keep watching my back.

"I am scared now," Moss said."I never used to watch my back when I'm running or when I'm walking or when I'm doing something. But nowI'm going to have to keep watching my back."

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Moss said she hopes police catch whoever vandalized her vehicle for her safety and the safety of others.

"I'm like 'What happens next time, are they going to throw it on my face?'" Moss asked.

Racism has been at the center of public consciousness over the last two weeks following the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. Floyd, a black man, died after a white police officer placed his knee in Floyd's neck for several minutes.

Video of the encounter went viral, sparking protests across the country including in Springfield.

A Black Lives Matter protested was scheduled for Saturday afternoon in downtown Springfield.

Jasmine Bailey, spokeswoman for the Springfield Police Department, said police had not received any other reports of similar behavior on Saturday.

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Groton Fitch High School Senior Krista Madore said she now realizes that she is so much more than she once thought she was.

When she was younger, Madore didnt think she would ever go to college. She said her family moved around a lot due to money issues. When she walked into a new school, she knew she wouldnt be there for too long so she didnt let herself care too much about anybody in it.

That caused her to be bullied, she said, and it got worse in middle school. In eighth grade, she said she gave up and stopped doing her work. She stopped talking to people, and she got in trouble a lot. When she didnt attend summer school,Madore hadto repeat eighth grade.

Madore turnedhersituation around by trying to put herself out there and make more friends, who ended up changing her life. One friend, Keith McDonald, who shedated for a few years,had a significant influence on her. She said he believed in her and pushed her to get good grades, make more friends, talk to people and try out for activities.

During her freshman year at New London High School, she made high honors.

I realized there was so much more than just pushing everyone away, and I can actually succeed if I tried, said Madore.

Madore, 18, said she never stopped trying in high school, even when things got tough.

When Madores mother became very ill and was hospitalized and it was challenging for her father to both take care of the kids and work, Madore moved in with McDonalds family in Groton, Madore said. McDonalds grandmother got guardianship of Madore, who stayed with the family for the rest of her high school career.

Madore entered Fitch during her sophomoreyearand found the school community helpful and like a family." She tried activities, from wrestling to after-school dance classes at a studio in Niantic.

Dancing, along with drawing, singing and writing poetry,served asan outlet for her.

It was always just a way to get my emotions out and make me feel better about everything and then I either come out with something beautiful or I come out with a mess but I know that Ill always be able to keep trying,Madore said.

She did well academically and when she applied to 10 colleges this year, she got into all 10.

Madoreplans to go to Eastern Connecticut State University and pursue a major in social work with the goal of becoming a Department of Children and Families worker, or if not, a school social worker.

I realized I was so much more than I thought I was, and I decided to go to college and help people with what I wished I was helped with when I was younger, she said.

She said DCF was in and out of her life when she was younger, and it was stressful, because while some workers tried really hard to help her and her family and help them get food and clothes, others seemed to not care.

Madore now wants to be the DCF worker that kids look forward to seeing and want to talk to.

I want to work with kids," she said. "I work better with younger people because I went through the situations when I was younger, and I knew how I felt when I was younger, and I think I can help them better than anybody else. My goal is to get somewhere where I can help kids and help them get through tough times.

Madores school counselor, Jasmine Zubek, said Madore has grown leaps and bounds academically and personally in her three years at Fitch.

Shes become more independent, more confident, Zubek said. She is more self-aware. She really became her own best advocate, and she wasnt afraid to ask for help when she needed it, and equally she was really able to share her successes when those happen as well.

Zubek noted Madores accomplishments, including getting into all 10 colleges, working at herjob and becoming the only female wrestler on the wrestling team.

Madore visits and spends time with her parents, and while Madore said she feels a little embarrassed when they brag about her accomplishments, she knows theyre proud of her and it makes her feel amazing.

If I could go back and talk to myself when I was 13 or even 5, I wouldnt even see myself here right now, Madore said. Id have no idea where Id be, and to know that Im going to college and that Im graduating and that Im doing something to help other people, it just doesnt seem real.

She said her message for other youths facing challenges is to keep trying, and they too can find success.

You may not see it now, and it might feel like your whole worlds crashing in, but just keep your head up and keep trying, she said. Youll get through it. Ive been there before, and I promise things will get better. Theres always a light at the end of the tunnel.

k.drelich@theday.com

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CHARLAMAGNE tha God has warned that Joe Biden "might not be doing enough" to motivate black people to "get out and vote" against Donald Trump.

The Breakfast Club host said that the presidential hopeful has "gotta go harder" to secure people's votes.

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In an interview with MSNBC on Tuesday, tha God said insisted that the Democrat could make a change in the community.

"If Barack Obama was JFK, then Joe Biden has the opportunity to be Lyndon B Johnson," he said.

"He has the opportunity to be as progressive in regards to race and class as Lyndon B Johnson was."

However, he suggested that Biden should have taken his suggestions sooner to address the black community in his presidential election campaign.

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He said: "If Joe Biden had listened to me and my conglomerate a few months ago he would've been ahead of the curve on this whole 'I love black people' campaign."

Tha God then went on to reiterate the idea that Biden needs to go "harder" as he worries that the fears of President Donald Trump being re-elected will not be enough to encourage black voters to place their ballot.

"My concern is simply that Joe Biden may not be doing enough to get black people to come out and vote for him in November," he said. "Fearing Donald Trump is not going to be enough."

Last week it was announced that Biden officially sealed the Democratic nomination and is set to face Donald Trump in the 2020 election battle.

On Friday evening, Biden tweeted: "Folks, tonight we secured the 1,991 delegates needed to win the Democratic nomination.

"I'm going to spend every day fighting to earn your vote so that, together, we can win the battle for the soul of this nation."

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The cause of the Black Lives Matter protest organised in Brussels on Sunday was never questioned, only its execution, according to Belgian Prime Minister Sophie Wilms and mayor of the City of Brussels Philippe Close.

On Tuesday, Wilms met with Close following the gathering of about 10,000 people at the Place Poelert in Brussels, in a static protest against racism and police violence sparked by the death of George Floyd in the United States.

Even though the causes defended by the organisers namely the fight against racism and all forms of violence have never been called into question, the execution of the event in its form and in its unfolding contravenes the directives determined by the National Security Council extended to the Minister-Presidents and in consultation with the experts of the GEES, Wilms and Close said in a joint statement.

During the meeting, it was recalled that Belgium remains in a health crisis situation. Safeguarding the health of the citizens must above all remain the priority, they added.

The meeting, at which Minister of the Interior Pieter De Crem and the Chief of the Brussels-Capital-Ixelles police zone, Michel Goovaerts, were also present, also drew attention to the efforts made by the population to follow the measures, making it possible to improve the situation and lift the lockdown.

These efforts must continue. Everyones health is at stake, Wilms and Close said.

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80-year-old coolie helping migrant workers to cop donating blood, heres your dose of feel-good stories.(Twitter/Screengrab)

There are times when it may seem that nothing is going to work out. However, in those trying times, there is the ray of hopes that empowers us and it can come in any form. It can be the kind words of a stranger or a smile of a kid or the tales of humanity which fills you with a warm fuzzy feeling and gives you the inspiration to go on.

We have collected some such tales of humanity which are perfect to present you with a perfect dose of motivation this Monday morning.

80-year-old coolie carries luggage of migrant workers for free

This is the story of Mujibullah who works as a coolie at Lucknow Railway station. This 80-year-old recently won people over after the story of his selfless gesture came into the limelight. He has been doing his bit in these perilous times by carrying the bags of migrant workers for free.

Mumbai policeman donates blood

When family and friends of a 14-year-old girl, who was due to undergo an open-heart surgery, failed to get blood this cop emerged as a saviour. Police constable Aakash Gaikwad donated blood for the kid so she could go for the operation.

Man rescues deer

This is a story that details how a man saved a tiny deer that was drowning by rescuing it from water and giving it CPR. Brian Ballard came across the lifeless animal while out on Lake Tyler and sprung into action to help the deer.

Mumbai cops run to stop special train to help migrant workers

In another story that can restore ones faith in humanity, a team of Mumbai policemen ran after a Shramik special train to stop it from leaving the station. They did so to help a few migrants get onboard who were running late.

Bihar residents offer food to people on Mizoram-bound train

Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga shared this heartening video which shows the true spirit of humanity. It details how a group of people from Bihar distributed food packets to the passengers of a Shramik Special train returning to Mizoram.

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Peter Anthony was interrogated by the MACC yesterday for seven hours, from 10.30am in connection to the issuance of a RM1.5 billion direct contract to three road maintenance companies. Bernama pic

KOTA KINABALU, June 10 Sabah Infrastructure Development Minister Datuk Peter Anthony has received a warrant from the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to present himself in the Sessions Court here tomorrow to face money laundering charges.

The Parti Warisan Sabah vice-president said he understands the case is linked to a Rubber Industry Smallholders Development Authority (Risda) land deal in Tongod from 2014 and that the charges are to be framed under the Anti-Money Laundering, AntiTerrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001 (AMLA), but maintained his innocence.

Its not a problem. I will attend court and face the charges, I will prove my innocence as I believe this is a politically motivated case, he told reporters at the Sabah MACC office here after being summoned today.

Anthony said he had previously clarified his role in the Risda case.

Anthony was interrogated by the MACC yesterday for seven hours, from 10.30am in connection to the issuance of a RM1.5 billion direct contract to three road maintenance companies.

In 2017, he was arrested and quizzed for his involvement in the RM155 million Risda deal when he was still a businessman.

A lawyer, Michael Ubu who was connected to the case, went missing from Sabah following investigations into the Risda case, but is believed to have returned to the state recently.

Anthony is seen as the right hand man to Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Shafie Apdal. Their Warisan party is friendly to the federal Pakatan Harapan bloc and fellow Sabah party Upko.

Anthony called the interrogation and expected charges a clear case of political intimidation and vowed to fight back.

They can do whatever they want but I will fight back. As a Sabahan and as Kadazandusun, I will not cower, and will not be taken for a fool, he said.

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VICTORIA -- A young woman who was shot and killed by police in New Brunswick on Thursday has been identified by family members as 26-year-old Chantel Moore of the Tlaoquiaht First Nation near Tofino, B.C.

Police in Edmundston, N.B., say they were asked to perform a wellness check on a woman at an apartment building around 2:30 a.m. Thursday.

The department said in a statement that the responding officer was confronted by a woman, who was allegedly holding a knife and making threats.

The officer shot the woman. Despite resuscitation efforts, she died at the scene, according to police.

Chantel Moores grandmother, Nora Martin, said the family is in mourning and disbelief over what happened.

Chantel was very friendly, she was very outgoing, said Martin. She was well-loved by the family and had numerous friends.

She said as soon as she heard news of Moores death, she felt that race was a factor.

When I first heard about it, that was my first thought: 'This was racially motivated,' said Martin.

Weve been dealing with police brutality for a number of years, she added. I know in my own family its been going on for a long time.

Martin said Moore moved to New Brunswick roughly two months ago to be closer to her five-year-old daughter who was living with a relative in Edmundston.

According to family members, Moores boyfriend first contacted police in Edmundston to check on Moore because she claimed she was being harassed.

She just moved into her own place two days ago and I guess somebody in the neighbourhood or in the town had been following her or hanging around her place, said Martin.

Martin said the police then visited Moores mother, who referred police to Moores new apartment.

That was the last time that Moores mother heard from police before they called to tell her that her daughter had died.

According to Martin, police told family members that Moore had been shot five times after threatening a lone police officer with a knife.

My granddaughter, Chantel, is small, shes slim, shes small in stature and she couldnt do that, said Martin. I dont think she would do that and we dont believe that she would attack anybody.

Martin also questioned why police fired five shots, and why a Taser or other non-lethal method of subduing someone was not used. She said that she hopes police will change how they approach confrontations to focus more on deescalating situations.

Like I said, she was small in stature, its very appalling to us.

Police say that an autopsy has been scheduled.

Investigators have not released any additional information about the incident, including what sort of threats the woman allegedly made.

The Edmundston Police Force has requested the services of an independent agency to conduct a review of the incident to ensure police actions were appropriate and conform to policing standards, said police in a statement.

As a matter of accountability and transparency for the independent review, the New Brunswick RCMP is providing investigative and forensic support.

Martin said that a fundraiser has now been launched to help Moores family in B.C. travel to New Brunswick for a funeral.

Normally in our tradition and our culture we would bring her back to our homeland here in Tlaoquiaht, but we wont be able to do that (due to COVID-19), she said.

There are a number of people fundraising to help us get to New Brunswick by tomorrow. Well probably be there for a few days, she said.

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Ever wondered that speaking would become a profession in itself? Its a trend that has become a mode of making money and many talkative individuals are doing what they are best in. Public speaking does not require an office setup or hiring employees.

Delivering speeches on societal issues and other pertaining issues requires a stage or even the virtual platform is the best way to reach out to larger people. The new wave of change has given birth to many motivational speakers and Kiran Khabad is one popular motivational speaker from Gujarat.

He has made public speaking a career opportunity and lives by the motto of learning more by sharing more knowledge. With his life-changing speeches, Mr Khabad very often speaks about the ways of strengthening the nation. Coming from Pipero village of Dahod district of Gujarat, Kiran at a very young age decided to work towards the development of the people and the nation as a whole. Besides this, the quality of social service is a legacy in his family which he has successfully taken forward.

His mother is a homemaker while his father Bachubhai Khabad is a notable name in Gujarat who is doing public welfare programs for several years now. The motivational speaker is highly educated and has done his M.A, B.Ed. with English as a specialization. The people of my locality need to be familiar with todays dynamic world. My aim is to educate them and spread awareness with my speeches. The idea of serving people is something which I have learnt from my father, quoted Kiran. He even stated that as a responsible citizen it is his duty to empower and acknowledge the people who can further contribute towards the countrys development.

Besides giving speeches on the ground level, Kiran Khabad now aims to utilize social media to connect to more people. He said, The current situation of lockdown has created a fear in people. Stepping out of the home and roam freely has become difficult at this moment. Keeping that in mind, I am soon planning to release my motivational videos on social media. As it is, people are spending most of their time on the internet. The public speaker has chosen his own path and he is pretty sure to connect to a larger section of people over the web.

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The 94-year-old manwas discharged from the Sharda Hospital on Sunday.

A94-year-old manwas among the nearly 60 patients who recovered from the coronavirus infection in Uttar Pradesh's Gautam Buddha Nagar on Sunday, officials said today. The news was also shared by the District Magistrate who also praised thenonagenarian for defeating the virus which has affected over 2.5 lakh people in the country.

"Sir, you motivate us to work even harder," District Magistrate Gautam Budha Nagar Suhas Lalinakere Yathiraj tweeted, as he wished him a "very long and healthy life".

The nonagenarian was admitted to the private Sharda Hospital, a dedicated COVID-19 facility, and discharged on Sunday, news agency PTI reported.

"10 patients were discharged from the Sharda Hospital on Sunday, including the 94-year-old man, after successful treatment of coronavirus," District Information Officer Rakesh Chauhan was quoted as saying byPTI.

Altogether 57 patients were discharged from various hospitals in the district on Sunday. This includes 42 patients admitted to the Government Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS) and five from the private Kailash Hospital.

The recovery rate of patients in the district is now over 65 per cent.

Till Sunday evening, Gautam Buddh Nagar, adjoining Delhi, hadrecorded 632 positive cases of coronavirus while the number of active patients was 195, according to official statistics.

The district has witnessed eight deaths due to the pandemic so far.

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