This is Frederico Alfredo — a sweet dog who works as a volunteer therapy animal at hospitals near his home in Brazil. Along with his mom, Jamili Saade, the pup loves nothing more than dropping by to visit patients who could use a little of the joy he has to offer. But recently, Frederico got paid a […]
In the heart of a remote wilderness, where tall pines whispered secrets to the wind and the only witnesses to the passage of time were the sun and stars, lived Alina—a young woman who chose a path few dared to tread. Alina wasn’t just escaping the noise of the city; she was chasing a dream,
The other day, volunteer dog rescuer Mary Nakiso was driving through California’s Orange County when she passed someone cowering on the side of the street. The creature was large, hairy and alone. With a sinking feeling in her stomach, Nakiso slammed on her brakes to investigate. As she approached the animal, Nakiso realized just how
Nayana Gadde, a pet photographer in Philadelphia, was planning to stay inside on a particularly cold winter day when she came across a Facebook post that changed everything. A dog mom had just found out she had to put her beloved pup down — and decided to throw her a last-minute goodbye party. “This is
There’s nothing more serene than seeing a blanket of undisturbed snow after a light storm. But for one woman in Switzerland, the idea of a perfectly flat layer of snow is impossible no matter the circumstances. Whenever there’s snow in Liz Vanderbrouk’s yard, she can always count on seeing a dark clump of fur nestled
famous throughout the entertainment industry, Paris Hilton has never shied away from the limelight. However, because she recently became a mother, she has been subject to more public scrutiny and the often harsh criticism of internet trolls. In February, Paris gave birth to her first child, a son named Phoenix. Phoenix is the joy of
On Tuesday morning, live webcams showed how a backyard spark – which started as a grey smoke – spread uncontrollably and turned into a devastating wildfire. It only took minutes before what appeared as smoke turned into a thick cloud, and flames started whipping up the dry plants and bushes. The wildfire is “spreading at
For Roman Smith, his cat Gandalf was his world. And for Gandalf, his world was Smith. Smith was 9 when Gandalf — or “Gannie” for short — joined his family in 2003. It didn’t take long for the two of them to figure out that they loved each other more than anything. “Whatever I was
Melody Karle and her husband live in Montana, where temperatures regularly reach minus 40 degrees Fahrenheit. To escape the cold, they simply go inside and turn up the thermostat — but the stray cats in their neighborhood don’t have that luxury. When the couple moved into their Montana home a few years ago, they decided
As wildfires rage across Los Angeles, “Lip Sync Battle” star Chrissy Teigen’s social media updates about evacuating her home have sparked a different kind of fire.Chrissy Teigen, her husband John Legend, their four children, and their pets evacuated their Los Angeles home due to the ongoing wildfires. Her online updates about the situation sparked divided
When I arrived at the hospital to bring home my wife and newborn twins, I was met with heartbreak: Suzie was gone, leaving only a cryptic note. As I juggled caring for the babies and unraveling the truth, I discovered the dark secrets that tore my family apart.As I drove to the hospital, the balloons
A man was walking his dog around Gary, Indiana, when he stumbled upon something that made him stop in his tracks. On a pile of discarded mattresses, he saw something moving. When he got closer, he realized what he was looking at — a litter of six abandoned puppies left to fend for themselves with
When it comes to breakfast, the folks in Chapin, South Carolina, love stopping by their local bakery, Chickenbutt Donuts, first thing in the morning. Drawn in by the smell of freshly fried dough and decadently sweet glazes, Chickenbutt Donuts’ loyal customers tend to gather outside before dawn, counting down the minutes until its doors open. But
The internet had heated discussions over Tom Cruise’s face after he was awarded the U.S. Navy’s highest civilian award. The action hero, 62, was presented with the Distinguished Public Service Award for making “outstanding contributions” to the military through his onscreen roles. After US Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro handed him his certificate and medal,
Rose, who once lived a life of joy and luxury in her family mansion, was now living on the street, thanks to the greed of her three sons. But soon, she would get a phone call that would end her misery…To everyone who passed by the Roy Mansion, the exquisite six-bedroom house was nothing short
