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The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- The Irish Sun
Haunting moment TikToker records her own death after she screams at gun-toting pal ‘shoot me twice in the head'
THIS is the haunting moment a TikToker recorded her own death after she screamed "shoot me twice in the head" to her gun-toting pal. Keyla Andreina González Mercado, 28, was allegedly blasted in the head by her friend's partner while they drank alcohol together. 6 Keyla Andreina Gonzalez Mercado was shot to death live on TikTok Credit: Jam Press 6 Marcado egged Lazaro on to shoot her, before he allegedly did Credit: Jam Press 6 Manuel Andrés Álava Lázaro is now suspected of killing Marcado Credit: Jam Press Footage captures the final moments before the horror killing which left viewers shocked and Ecuadorian cops begin an investigation. The alleged murder took place at Marcado's home in Guayaquil, Ecuador, on Saturday while she streamed to the social media site. Mercado appeared to tease the suspect, named Manuel Andrés Álava Lázaro, before he allegedly pulled the trigger. Mercado told him in Spanish: 'Shoot me twice, I beg you, but later, let me get drunk.' Read more on world news She added: 'You'll hit me in the head twice, you'll kill me in one go, I don't want to suffer, two in the head.' Her friend was heard saying 'no, no' in the background. Mercado appeared to shout the suspect's name before he allegedly fired twice. The pal then reportedly stopped the livestream and went to her family's house to tell them of the shooting. Most read in The US Sun Lázaro fled the scene on a motorbike and remains at large. He has four prior convictions for robbery, local reports said. Disturbing moment influencer, 25, sputters 'they shot me' after filming his own assassination on livestream Family members for Mercado paid tribute to her saying she was a "joker" and she liked to be called "chubby". In her last TikTok post, the digital creator said: 'My goal is clear: to continue being a good woman, to walk hand in hand with God, to be a simple and humble woman without harming anyone.' She also described herself as a woman with a 'beautiful soul, a strong character, a mischievous look, a pure heart, and an unforgettable smile'. Her family said of Lázaro: 'We only knew him by sight; we never spoke with him. 6 Mercado appeared to shout the man's name before she died Credit: Jam Press 6 Mercado was described by her family as a joker Credit: Jam Press 'People who know him told us he has a teardrop tattoo on his face and a rifle on his neck.' Those types of tattoos are typically associated with gang and prison culture. It comes after a TikTok star Valeria Marquez, 23, was when a man in Mexico "and fired a gun at her", according to prosecutors. According to the , she had been filming at Blossom The Beauty Lounge when a man entered the establishment and fired three shots at her with a gun. Meanwhile, a 25-year-old influencer was gunned down in cold blood while livestreaming on TikTok, moments after naming top officials and gang leaders he claimed were extorting him. The man begged for help as gunmen stormed his home and opened fire in a chilling ambush that played out in real time online. The shocking attack happened in Venezuela and has since sparked an investigation by the country's top prosecutor. Jesus Sarmiento, who had 87,000 6 Cops are now hunting for Lázaro who reportedly fled on a motorbike Credit: Jam Press
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Haunting moment TikToker records her own death after she screams at gun-toting pal ‘shoot me twice in the head'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THIS is the haunting moment a TikToker recorded her own death after she screamed "shoot me twice in the head" to her gun-toting pal. Keyla Andreina González Mercado, 28, was allegedly blasted in the head by her friend's partner while they drank alcohol together. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 Keyla Andreina Gonzalez Mercado was shot to death live on TikTok Credit: Jam Press 6 Marcado egged Lazaro on to shoot her, before he allegedly did Credit: Jam Press 6 Manuel Andrés Álava Lázaro is now suspected of killing Marcado Credit: Jam Press Footage captures the final moments before the horror killing which left viewers shocked and Ecuadorian cops begin an investigation. The alleged murder took place at Marcado's home in Guayaquil, Ecuador, on Saturday while she streamed to the social media site. Mercado appeared to tease the suspect, named Manuel Andrés Álava Lázaro, before he allegedly pulled the trigger. Mercado told him in Spanish: 'Shoot me twice, I beg you, but later, let me get drunk.' She added: 'You'll hit me in the head twice, you'll kill me in one go, I don't want to suffer, two in the head.' Her friend was heard saying 'no, no' in the background. Mercado appeared to shout the suspect's name before he allegedly fired twice. The pal then reportedly stopped the livestream and went to her family's house to tell them of the shooting. Lázaro fled the scene on a motorbike and remains at large. He has four prior convictions for robbery, local reports said. Disturbing moment influencer, 25, sputters 'they shot me' after filming his own assassination on livestream Family members for Mercado paid tribute to her saying she was a "joker" and she liked to be called "chubby". In her last TikTok post, the digital creator said: 'My goal is clear: to continue being a good woman, to walk hand in hand with God, to be a simple and humble woman without harming anyone.' She also described herself as a woman with a 'beautiful soul, a strong character, a mischievous look, a pure heart, and an unforgettable smile'. Her family said of Lázaro: 'We only knew him by sight; we never spoke with him. 6 Mercado appeared to shout the man's name before she died Credit: Jam Press 6 Mercado was described by her family as a joker Credit: Jam Press 'People who know him told us he has a teardrop tattoo on his face and a rifle on his neck.' Those types of tattoos are typically associated with gang and prison culture. It comes after a beauty influencer who was shot dead during a live stream. TikTok star Valeria Marquez, 23, was killed when a man entered her beauty salon in Mexico "and fired a gun at her", according to prosecutors. According to the Jalisco Prosecutor's Office, she had been filming at Blossom The Beauty Lounge when a man entered the establishment and fired three shots at her with a gun. Meanwhile, a 25-year-old influencer was gunned down in cold blood while livestreaming on TikTok, moments after naming top officials and gang leaders he claimed were extorting him. The man begged for help as gunmen stormed his home and opened fire in a chilling ambush that played out in real time online. The shocking attack happened in Venezuela and has since sparked an investigation by the country's top prosecutor. Jesus Sarmiento, who had 87,000 TikTok followers, was seen bleeding on the floor in the disturbing clip before murmuring, 'They shot me, they shot me.'
The Sun
3 days ago
- The Sun
Haunting moment TikToker records her own death after she screams at gun-toting pal ‘shoot me twice in the head'
THIS is the haunting moment a TikToker recorded her own death after she screamed "shoot me twice in the head" to her gun-toting pal. Keyla Andreina González Mercado, 28, was allegedly blasted in the head by her friend's partner while they drank alcohol together. 6 6 6 Footage captures the final moments before the horror killing which left viewers shocked and Ecuadorian cops begin an investigation. The alleged murder took place at Marcado's home in Guayaquil, Ecuador, on Saturday while she streamed to the social media site. Mercado appeared to tease the suspect, named Manuel Andrés Álava Lázaro, before he allegedly pulled the trigger. Mercado told him in Spanish: 'Shoot me twice, I beg you, but later, let me get drunk.' She added: 'You'll hit me in the head twice, you'll kill me in one go, I don't want to suffer, two in the head.' Her friend was heard saying 'no, no' in the background. Mercado appeared to shout the suspect's name before he allegedly fired twice. The pal then reportedly stopped the livestream and went to her family's house to tell them of the shooting. Lázaro fled the scene on a motorbike and remains at large. He has four prior convictions for robbery, local reports said. Disturbing moment influencer, 25, sputters 'they shot me' after filming his own assassination on livestream Family members for Mercado paid tribute to her saying she was a "joker" and she liked to be called "chubby". In her last TikTok post, the digital creator said: 'My goal is clear: to continue being a good woman, to walk hand in hand with God, to be a simple and humble woman without harming anyone.' She also described herself as a woman with a 'beautiful soul, a strong character, a mischievous look, a pure heart, and an unforgettable smile'. Her family said of Lázaro: 'We only knew him by sight; we never spoke with him. 6 6 'People who know him told us he has a teardrop tattoo on his face and a rifle on his neck.' Those types of tattoos are typically associated with gang and prison culture. It comes after a beauty influencer who was shot dead during a live stream. TikTok star Valeria Marquez, 23, was killed when a man entered her beauty salon in Mexico "and fired a gun at her", according to prosecutors. According to the Jalisco Prosecutor's Office, she had been filming at Blossom The Beauty Lounge when a man entered the establishment and fired three shots at her with a gun. Meanwhile, a 25-year-old influencer was gunned down in cold blood while livestreaming on TikTok, moments after naming top officials and gang leaders he claimed were extorting him. The man begged for help as gunmen stormed his home and opened fire in a chilling ambush that played out in real time online. The shocking attack happened in Venezuela and has since sparked an investigation by the country's top prosecutor. Jesus Sarmiento, who had 87,000 TikTok followers, was seen bleeding on the floor in the disturbing clip before murmuring, 'They shot me, they shot me.' 6
Newsweek
22-06-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
MLB Writer Predicts Phillies Will Part Ways With Inexperienced Pitcher
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The National League East is loaded with talented rosters, and the Philadelphia Phillies have still found themselves near the top of the division alongside the New York Mets. At this point, the Phillies need to do everything in their power to maximize their big league roster. This includes making cuts and trades to elevate the roster to its potential. FanSided's Zachary Rotman recently predicted the Phillies would part ways with relief pitcher Michael Mercado in an obvious move ahead of the trade deadline. CLEVELAND, OHIO - JULY 23: The Philadelphia Phillies logo on a hat in the dugout during the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on July 23, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. CLEVELAND, OHIO - JULY 23: The Philadelphia Phillies logo on a hat in the dugout during the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on July 23, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. Brandon Sloter/Image"The Phillies' bullpen was already a weakness, but Jose Alvarado's suspension made it even worse. There are some talented pitchers in the 'pen, but for the most part, the unit leaves a lot to be desired. Michael Mercado is part of that," Rotman wrote. "Mercado is inexperienced as he only has seven appearances in his MLB career, two of which have come this season. "In those outings, though, he's allowed 18 runs on 20 hits in 15 innings pitched. This season, he dealt a scoreless inning in his first outing, but allowed two runs in an inning six days later. He hasn't had much exposure to the majors, but what he's done with his cups of coffee hasn't been good enough to stick around. That, in addition to his 5.31 ERA in Triple-A this season, makes it likely that he's long for Philadelphia." Mercado feels like he's on the roster to fill a spot until the Phillies can acquire a better pitcher. Philadelphia will almost certainly be on the hunt for a few relief pitchers at the trade deadline. They'll also be getting Jose Alvarado back from suspension at some point this season. All in all, it would be quite shocking to see Mercado on the roster for much longer. More MLB: Guardians Predicted To Swing Unthinkable Intra-divisional Trade For Star
GMA Network
19-06-2025
- Health
- GMA Network
DOH concerned over rising chronic kidney disease cases among children
The Department of Health said the cases of chronic kidney disease are rising. The Department of Health (DOH) has raised concern over the increasing number of chronic kidney disease (CKD) cases in the Philippines, including among children, prompting a renewed call to strengthen primary care and prevention programs nationwide. 'Tama iyan ano, mayroon ding bata na nakita si Presidente kanina doon sa dialysis center,' said DOH Secretary Teodoro Herbosa during a Malacañang press briefing on Wednesday. (That's right, the President even saw a child at the dialysis center earlier.) President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has since ordered the development of a CKD prevention program to address the root causes of the disease, such as diabetes and hypertension. 'Ang CKD natin ngayon karamihan dahil sa diabetes at hypertension... inatasan ako na palakasin iyong primary care prevention part,' Herbosa said. (Most of our CKD cases today are due to diabetes and hypertension… the President instructed me to strengthen our primary care prevention.) He also pointed to the need for lifestyle changes, especially among the youth. 'Mataas siguro iyong sugar content ng ating mga kinakain, gawan ng paraan para mabawasan ito... iyong ating mga kabataan mabigyan ng tamang ehersisyo or active,' he added. (Maybe our food has too much sugar—we need to find ways to reduce it… our young people need proper exercise and physical activity.) Herbosa emphasized that encouraging healthy habits is more cost-effective in the long run: 'Kapag ang tao ay kumakain nang tama, hindi masyadong matatamis, hindi magkaka-diabetes iyan. Kapag hindi nagka-diabetes iyan, hindi magkakaroon ng chronic kidney disease.' (If a person eats properly and avoids too much sugar, they won't get diabetes. Without diabetes, they won't develop chronic kidney disease.) Meanwhile, PhilHealth president and CEO Dr. Edwin Mercado said the agency has allocated around ?300 billion for its total benefit packages in 2025, which includes support for kidney transplant patients and dialysis services. 'Ang huli po naming tantiya ay aabot na po ng mga ?300 billion po ang aming total benefit package na nakalaan po ngayong taong ito,' Mercado confirmed. (Our latest estimate is that the total benefit package for this year will reach about ?300 billion.) PhilHealth's benefit budget for 2026 is currently being planned, with projections based on disease prevalence and expected program expansion. Mercado also addressed concerns about coverage under PhilHealth's Z Benefit Package, which includes kidney transplants. For ward patients, the package fully covers the procedure, including professional fees. For private room patients, the coverage is negotiated with doctors and may require additional agreements between patient and provider. 'Iyong tinatawag namin na Z Package... kapag po doon sa mga ward accommodation... dapat po ay wala nang babayaran,' Mercado said. (In the Z Package, when the procedure is done in ward accommodation, there should be no more out-of-pocket costs.) 'For private [rooms], it's negotiated with doctors… substantially, yes [doctor's fees are covered],' he added, clarifying that excess charges must be discussed before the procedure. Asked about proposed amendments to the Universal Health Care Act—which may reduce PhilHealth premiums from 5% to 3–3.5%—Mercado confirmed that impact studies are underway. 'Gumawa po kami ng pag-aaral... may 3.5%, may 4%, may 4.5%, may 5%—at tiningnan po namin iyong impact doon sa lifespan po ng pondo,' he said. (We conducted studies with various scenarios—3.5%, 4%, 4.5%, 5%—and evaluated their impact on the fund's sustainability.) To ensure continuity of services, PhilHealth is also enhancing internal systems to fast-track claim processing and reduce turnaround times. 'Ramdam po nila iyong pag-iigsi ng claims cycle po namin,' Mercado said, noting improvements from 40-day processing to an average of 23 days in many regions, with some achieving 15 days. PhilHealth is now targeting a seven-day processing time and is working with partner banks to shift from weekly to daily claim disbursements. As part of broader reforms, PhilHealth is reprocessing nearly ?9 billion worth of previously denied claims, especially those filed late between 2018 and 2024. The current rate of denied or returned claims has dropped from over 10% to around 4%. 'Ngayon po na medyo nahabol na natin, iyon naman pong pabalik ang aming tutukan,' Mercado said. (Now that we've addressed incoming claims, we'll shift focus to backlogs from previous years.)—LDF, GMA Integrated News
