Former One Direction star Liam Payne’s cause of death has been confirmed.
The 31-year-old singer died on October 16 after falling from a third-floor balcony at the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Police were alerted to the scene following reports of “an aggressive man who could be under the effects of drugs and alcohol.” Upon arrival, officers were informed by the hotel manager of a loud noise in the inner courtyard. Investigators found that Payne had fallen from his room’s balcony.
Audio obtained from the Buenos Aires security ministry reveals a hotel worker calling for help, stating: “When he is conscious, he is destroying the entire room, and we need you to send someone.” The worker also expressed concern about the balcony, noting, “The guest’s life was at risk.”
In Argentina, five individuals have been charged in connection with Payne’s death. The hotel’s manager, a receptionist, and a friend of Payne face manslaughter charges, while two others, including a hotel employee and a waiter, have been charged with supplying cocaine.
During a hearing on December 17 at Buckinghamshire Coroner’s Court, Senior Coroner Crispin Butler had stated that determining the exact circumstances of Payne’s death “may take some time” due to ongoing investigations in Argentina.
Now, according to a UK inquest, Payne’s death has been officially attributed to “polytrauma,” reports The Mirror US.
Payne’s funeral took place in November in Buckinghamshire, attended by his former partner Cheryl Tweedy, their son Bear, and fellow One Direction members Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Niall Horan, and Louis Tomlinson.
The singer, who rose to fame with One Direction, had pursued a successful solo career following the band’s hiatus, releasing his debut album LP1 in December 2019.
Last month, a friend who was with Payne an hour before he died opened up about how the singer was prior to the incident.
Payne’s close friend, Roger Nores, has since shared new insights into the One Direction star’s tragic death.
Nores, a businessman from Argentina who befriended Payne in 2020 at a Vogue event in London, was with the singer on the day he died.
In a recent interview featured in the new documentary TMZ Investigates: Liam Payne: Who’s to Blame?, Nores pushed back against reports that Payne had been in a frenzied state before his death, instead describing him as “in good spirits”.
Nores revealed details of their final interaction, describing Payne as relaxed and cheerful.
“I’m a very good friend of Liam, and I was with him the day that he passed away,” Nores said in the documentary.
“He was in good spirits. He was like talking to 10 or 15 Americans that were here for a wedding. And so he was talking to them, and he was joking around.”
A woman who mysteriously disappeared 52 years ago has finally been found alive.
Sheila Fox disappeared from Coventry, UK, in 1972 when she was just 16 years old, The Guardian reported.
West Midlands police reported that the missing teenager had been living with her parents at the time of her disappearance and may have been in a relationship with a man.
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For decades, investigators explored all possibilities and held onto the hope that Fox had simply moved away from the area. However, no trace of her was found until a renewed appeal led to a breakthrough.
On Sunday (December 29), West Midlands Police released a grainy photograph of Fox from the time of her disappearance on their website and social media platforms.
Within hours of its release, members of the public got in touch with police about crucial information that led to finding the woman, who is now 68.
On Wednesday (January 1), authorities revealed that Fox is alive, and well, and is now living in another part of the country.
The announcement marks the resolution of one of the longest-running missing person cases that the force has investigated.
A police spokesperson spoke about the incredible discovery in a news release, which read: “We are delighted to announce the conclusion of one of West Midlands police’s longest-running missing person investigations.”
“A single photo of Sheila from around the time of her disappearance was found by officers investigating and published on our website and social media. Within hours of the appeal, members of the public got in touch with information which led the team to her,” they added.
DS Jenna Shaw, from the cold case investigation team, also shared a statement: “We searched through every piece of evidence we could find and managed to locate a photo of Sheila.
“We are a small team of officers and I’d like to recognize the work of DC Shaun Reeve, who managed to resolve this case with help from the public. Every missing person has a story, and their families and friends deserve to know what happened to them and, hopefully, be reunited with them,” she said.
The force recognized that advancements in forensic technology have greatly enhanced their ability to investigate cold cases, leading to success in identifying and locating missing people.
Princess Catherine has offered a rare update regarding her battle with cancer as she greeted hospital workers on Christmas Day.
The 42-year-old Royal had announced her cancer diagnosis in March, a revelation that deeply touched the public.
The royal underwent surgery in January, where the discovery was made, leading her to begin a preventative course of chemotherapy.
She shared news of her diagnosis in a video released on March 22, addressing her absence from public life, which had led to various speculations.
By September 9, Catherine announced that she had completed her chemotherapy and was “cancer-free”.
Reflecting on the experience, she said: “The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. Life as you know it can change in an instant and we have had to find a way to navigate the stormy waters and road unknown.”
Princess Catherine described the complexity and fear of the cancer journey while highlighting the new perspective it brought her: “The cancer journey is complex, scary, and unpredictable for everyone, especially those closest to you. With humility, it also brings you face to face with your own vulnerabilities in a way you have never considered before, and with that, a new perspective on everything.”
She also expressed hope for the future, writing: “William and I are so grateful for the support we have received and have drawn great strength from all those who are helping us at this time. Everyone’s kindness, empathy, and compassion has been truly humbling.”
Her message concluded with an uplifting note for those facing similar battles: “To all those who are continuing their own cancer journey – I remain with you, side by side, hand in hand. Out of darkness, can come light, so let that light shine bright.”
A couple of days ago, alongside her family, Catherine greeted members of the public as they walked to and from the traditional Christmas morning service at St. Mary Magdalene Church.
Among those Kate spoke with was Rachel Anvil, 24, a worker at Cambridge’s Royal Papworth Hospital, part of Britain’s National Health Service (NHS). Rachel, who began her career in a cancer unit, used the opportunity to express her admiration for the Princess.
“I started my career in the Macmillan cancer unit, and I just wanted to say, you’re an inspiration to all the patients,” Rachel said in a video shared by her mother, Karen, on Instagram.
Visibly moved, Princess Kate responded: “Thank you, honestly. The amount of people who have written this year is extraordinary and I think cancer just really does resonate with so many families.”
Rachel praised the Princess for her courage in sharing her story, highlighting how much it meant to cancer patients.
Kate reciprocated the admiration, saying: “People like you are doing all the
