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New York Post
22-07-2025
- Health
- New York Post
Expert outlines grim reality of MRI's dangers after man with 20-pound chain dies in machine mishap: ‘Snap his neck'
The Long Island man killed in a freak MRI accident stood no chance against the machine's magnetic field that pulled him in with enough force to 'snap his neck,' according to an expert in the field. A 20-pound chain that Kevin McAllister was wearing around his neck would have been yanked into the machine at Nassau Open MRI with 'hundreds of pounds' of force, Dr. Emanuel Kanal told the Post on Tuesday. 'Even if he was standing there holding the chain in his hands, the strongest weightlifter would not be able to prevent this kind of an accident from happening,' said Kanal, director of Magnetic Resonance Service at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. 3 Keith McAllister, 61, suffered multiple heart attacks after he was sucked into an MRI machine by his 20-pound metal chain. Facebook/Karim McAllister 'The problem is it's not a regular magnet, it's not a regular piece of iron. It's an unbelievably powerful magnet, and it's an unbelievably large piece of iron,' Kanal said, adding that the two factors resulted in 'hundreds of pounds of attraction in the direction of the magnet.' McAllister was pinned to the machine for over an hour by the massive exercise chain fitted with a padlock that he wore when he was allegedly led into the machine room by an MRI technician to help his wife who was having her knee examined, his family said. When he got 'within a few inches' of the machine, it could suddenly pull with 'such strength that it could have pulled sufficiently strongly to snap his neck,' Kanal said. 3 Family of McAllister claimed the 61-year-old was led into the machine room by a technician who did not tell the doting husband to remove his large metal chain. Brigitte Stelzer McAllister was pronounced dead at North Shore University Hospital the day after the bizarre accident with the cause being identified as three heart attacks, according to his family. '[D]epending on the status of his health, he may have had problems with cardiovascular disease before, and when the excitement happened, he could have had a heart attack just from the event itself,' Kanal stated. McAllister's wife described the haunting moments when her husband was breathing his last. 'His body went limp,' Adrienne Jones-McAllister told News 12 Long Island. 'He went limp in my arms and this is still pulsating in my brain,' she told the outlet through tears. Despite decades in the medical industry, Kanal said the bizarre manner of death is incredibly rare. 3 The MRI machine could have pulled McAllister with enough force to snap his neck, an expert told The Post. Brigitte Stelzer '[It's] extremely rare that someone dies because of an interaction with a strong magnetic field — probably fewer than a dozen times since MRI first became a diagnostic tool in the early 1980s,' the expert stated. His stepdaughter claimed the technician never warmed McAllister to take off the necklace that led to his demise. 'While my mother was laying on the table, the technician left the room to get her husband to help her off the table,' step-daughter Adrienne Jones-McAllister wrote in a GoFundMe. 'He forgot to inform him to take the chain he was wearing from around his neck off when the magnet sucked him in,' she wrote.
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Raveendra Nee Evide' actress Sheelu Abraham: I've played a homemaker only a couple of times before but Bindu is grounded, family oriented
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Actress Sheelu Abraham is all smiles as she speaks about her latest film 'Raveendra Nee Evide', which hit theatres this Friday. Starring opposite Anoop Menon , Sheelu promises the film is a 'humorous family entertainer' that leans on relatable everyday chaos rather than over-the-top drama. A marriage with laughs and suspicions In the film, Anoop Menon plays Raveendran, a meteorological department employee with a suspicious streak — particularly toward his wife, played by Sheelu. 'He's a husband who is always doubting his wife,' she shared during the press meet, 'but it's not heavy or dramatic. The humour is situational, and everyone around him brushes off his suspicions, which leads to a lot of light-hearted moments.' Sheelu, who's mostly played intense or professional roles in the past — doctors, lawyers, police officers — found the role of Bindu refreshing. 'I've played a homemaker only a couple of times before, in Pattabhiraman and Aadupuliyattam. Bindu is a more grounded, family-oriented character — quite different from what I usually do,' she explains. Comfort in familiar company This marks Sheelu's fourth film with Anoop Menon, and their second outing as an on-screen couple after Kanal. 'We share a good friendship and understanding, which really helps in front of the camera. There's a comfort level that makes performing easier,' she notes. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This Could Be the Best Time to Trade Gold in 5 Years IC Markets Learn More Undo Also joining the cast is Dhyan Sreenivasan in a key role. While Sheelu doesn't reveal much about his character, she hints at his significance to the plot and the comic tone of the film. Music, writing, and more The film features two songs composed by Prakash Ulliyeri, with none other than Shankar Mahadevan and Hariharan lending their voices. A third song will be released exclusively on a video-sharing platform, keeping with the new-age promotional style. Raveendra Nee Evide - Official Trailer Sheelu also reunites with screenwriter Krishna Poojappura, known for his light, clever writing. 'His strength lies in subtle humour and strong character quirks,' she says. Directed by Manoj Palodan and produced by Abraham Mathew under Abaam Movies, 'Raveendra Nee Evide' aims to tick all the boxes for a clean, family-friendly entertainer.
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Our film is a humourous family entertainer: Sheelu
Actress Sheelu Abraham , who plays the female lead in Raveendra Nee Evide , states that the film will be "a humorous family entertainer". In the film, she's paired opposite Anoop Menon , who plays Raveendran, an employee at the meteorological department. Sheelu continues, 'It is a family-centric film that explores the lives of Raveendran and his wife. He is a husband who is suspicious of his wife, but this is handled with a comedic undertone. In fact, everyone around him doesn't take his suspicions seriously either.' Stating that the film will resonate with family audiences, the actress opens up about her role. 'So far, I have portrayed professional characters like lawyers, police officers, and doctors. Here, I play a homemaker — a role I have taken up only in Pattabhiraman and Aadupuliyattam before. Bindu is different from the characters I have done so far,' she says. Speaking about her co-star Anoop Menon, she adds, 'This is our fourth film together and the second time we're paired opposite each other after Kanal . There's friendship and rapport between us, which makes us both comfortable when acting together.' Dhyan Sreenivasan also plays an important role in film. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Dubai villas | search ads Get Deals Undo The film features two songs, composed by Prakash Ulliyeri. Shankar Mahadevan and Hariharan have lent their voices to these tracks. A third song, she informs, will be released exclusively on a video sharing platform. The film is scripted by Krishna Poojappura, with whom Sheelu previously worked in She Taxi . 'His comedies stand out because they focus on situational humour rather than forced comedy, short dialogues, and character mannerisms,' she states. On director Manoj Palodan , for whom this happens to his third film, she says, "He has a great sense of humour, and I hope this film paves the way for even more success for him.' The film, produced by Abraham Mathew under the banner of Abaam Movies, hit screens on Friday
NDTV
23-05-2025
- Business
- NDTV
Shiv Sena Demands Suspension Of Mumbai-Turkey Flights Amid Row
Mumbai: Shiv Sena Social Media In-charge, Rahool Kanal, in letters addressed to the Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, has made a strong plea for the suspension of flights from Mumbai to Istanbul until Turkey clarifies its stand on terrorism and distances itself from supporting Pakistan. He expressed concern on Friday over Turkey's recent actions in supporting Pakistan against India's fight against terrorism. "Given the gravity of the situation, I strongly believe that India should revaluate its relationship with Turkey," he said. "Mumbai being a significant contributor to India's tourism industry (36 per cent of total tourism) has a substantial impact on international relations. Indians are among Turkey's biggest visitors and spenders. However, until Turkey publicly denounces its support for Pakistan in India's fight against terrorism, I urge the government to consider banning all flight services from Mumbai to Turkey," Mr Kanal added. He said the three flights from Mumbai to Istanbul by Turkish Airlines and one flight by Indigo on May 29 should be suspended. "Banning these flights would be befitting response to Turkey's actions, demonstrating India's commitment to national security and sovereignty," he added. The potential measures which were suggested were: Diplomatic Action, immediate suspend of diplomatic relations with Turkey; Economic sanctions by restricting trade and investment between the countries; Raising the issues on international forums to build global consensus against Turkey's actions and imposing a tourism ban. According to Mr Kanal, India accounts for 30 per cent of total tourists in turkey, with more than three lakh people visiting the country in 2024. Earlier on May 22, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India expects Turkey to strongly urge Pakistan to end its support to cross-border terrorism. "We expect Turkey to strongly urge Pakistan to end its support to cross-border terrorism and take credible and verifiable actions against the terror ecosystem it has harboured for decades. Relations are built on the basis of sensitivities to each other's concerns," Mr Jaiswal added. Following Turkey's alleged support for Pakistan, the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security revoked the security clearance of a Turkish firm Celebi Airport Services India Pvt Ltd, citing national security concerns. Celebi has filed a plea in the Delhi High Court against the decision.
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Gray Panthers summit forced out of Portland city building over campaign law violation
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — An advocacy group's summit was kicked out of a Portland city building Friday after councilors learned it broke the law to have them there. The Gray Panthers originally said the summit would feature speakers including Portland Mayor Keith Wilson and Rep. Maxine Dexter (D-Ore.), with topics touching on the current impact of the Trump administration. But additions to the speaker list were the problem. Portland mayor delivers State of the City address amid housing crisis, budget shortfall In January, Panthers coordinator Lew Church reached out to Councilman Sameer Kanal, asking him to sponsor the group in order to host a summit in the Portland Building. Kanal's team said he agreed, paying a little more than $1,000. But one day before the event, Kanal's team said they learned candidates running for elected office were asked to speak. According to a memo from the City Attorney's Office, Oregon law prohibits the use of taxpayer dollars and resources on a campaign event, so they pulled the plug. 'We dispute the rule,' Church told KOIN 6 News. 'I did go to law school, but I haven't practiced. So we're evaluating if we want to do legal action about the switch in the room.' Uncertainty looms in Oregon as tariffs on foreign auto parts set to kick in May 3 The mayor never showed up and his team says he was in another meeting at the same time. After catching up with Rep. Dexter when she found out the room was closed for the event, she told KOIN 6 News it was disappointing. 'If the mayor was coming down and we were going to have it in a different venue, that could be easily shown, I would absolutely do that,' Dexter said. 'But I think we're really gathering in the hallway and I feel like we need to have a real forum and make sure that people can be heard.' Those candidates who were invited to speak are running for seats on the Portland Public Schools board, including Virginia La Forte running for Zone 5. She told KOIN 6 News she was planning on speaking, but didn't know it violated any rules Both Kanal's team and the Gray Panthers said they tried contacting the other party multiple times in recent days and couldn't connect. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
