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A 78-year-old Navy veteran, John Wesley Allen Sr., was fatally stabbed at a bus stop by a 15-year-old in a clown costume. He was identified by the hospital bracelet still on his wrist, and authorities say he had been en route to visit his sister when attacked. The teen was arrested and charged with first-degree murder.
The 40th annual World Clown Association convention took place in Orlando, Florida, with dozens of professional clowns from 35 different countries attending. These clowns work in big circuses, county fairs, and volunteer in local hospitals, senior centers, and schools. The convention includes workshops in face painting, wearable balloon art, and magic, and competitions for titles like best costume and best skit. The four types of clowns are white-faced, auguste, tramp, and character clown. The purpose of these clowns is to bring happiness, joy, fun, and comic relief to children of all ages.