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The Today Show15 hours ago
Watch this 7 year old ‘steal’ her neighbor’s husky and replace it with a stuffed dog
Olivia Myers, 7, was caught committing a crime of the heart: temporarily dognapping her neighbor's pooch while leaving a stuffed animal as a replacement.
Bored Panda21 hours ago
People in Iceland are collecting baby puffins in the streets and throwing them back into ocean
A few weeks in August and September are very special in Vestmannaeyjar, as everyone is involved in the annual Puffling Patrol. The post People In Iceland Are Collecting Baby Pu…
USA TODAY18 hours ago
Custodian moved to tears when students buy him a Jeep Wrangler for his birthday
High school students in Vienna, Virginia raised money and surprised a custodian at their school with a Jeep Wrangler.
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CNN24 hours ago
Her teenage summer crush unexpectedly came back into her life. 'I felt like I was reconnecting with my best friend'
Iga Olszak and Vlad Dimovski connected as teenagers on vacation in Greece, but lost touch. Here’s what happened when they reconnected a decade later.
USA TODAY23 hours ago
Asteroid Apophis has the tiniest chance of hitting earth in 2029 – on a Friday the 13th
Astronomer Paul Wiegert had found a scenario in which Apophis could be sent careening into Earth in 2029. But we’d have to be extremely unlucky.
BBC1 day ago
UK school buries time capsules for 50th anniversary
The capsules were buried by Lincoln Christ's Hospital School to mark the milestone.
Reuters1 day ago
Stolen Banksy 'Girl with Balloon' painting found
One of British street artist Banksy's best-known paintings, "Girl with Balloon", has been found after its theft from a London gallery last week with two men charged, police sai…
People1 day ago
'Scooby-Doo' turns 55! See the actors who have played the Scooby gang members through the years
Fred, Daphne, Velma, Shaggy and Scooby have all been played by their fair share of actors over the years
CNN1 day ago
This mom is giving kids in her community clothes, education, and a link to their Native American culture
Becoming a foster mom gave Elisia Manuel the family she always wanted. After experiencing serious gaps in resources, she started a nonprofit that is helping hundreds of other f…
INSIDER2 days ago
12 award-winning underwater photos give rare glimpses beneath the world's oceans
The Ocean Photographer of the Year awards announced the winners of its 2024 contest featuring stunning images of underwater wildlife.
The Today Show2 days ago
A boy was in tears because he didn't have PJs for Pajamas Day. His bus driver came to the rescue
School bus driver Larry Farrish Jr. is known for going above and beyond. Now he’s touching the hearts of strangers after an act of kindness went viral.
USA TODAY24 hours ago
September 2024 full moon is a supermoon and harvest moon: When to see it
Moon watchers will get a couple of special treats this month: The full "harvest" moon is also a supermoon. Plus there's also a partial lunar eclipse.
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Arizona man blows Lego out of nose after three decades: 'I can breathe now'
Ben Havoc, 32, blew his nose and out popped a small Lego piece that had been lodged in his nasal cavity for 26 years. He shared the experience in an Instagram video.
USA TODAY24 hours ago
What is Friday the 13th and why is it considered unlucky? Here's why some are superstitious
Friday the 13th is considered by many to be an unlucky day. Here's the history behind why people are superstitious about the day.
The Today Show2 days ago
'Basketball nun' Sister Jean, 105, still works every day, shares her longevity secrets
Sister Jean, Loyola's basketball nun, is 105 years old and still works every day. She shares her longevity secrets, including having a purpose in life.
Fox News2 days ago
On this day in history, September 12, 1953, John F. Kennedy weds Jacqueline Bouvier in Newport, R.I.
Then-Sen. John F. Kennedy of Massachusetts married Jacqueline Lee Bouvier on this day in history, Sept. 12, 1953, in Newport, Rhode Island. Over 800 guests attended the church …
Good Housekeeping2 days ago
McDonald's new boo buckets just leaked and they're already starting drama
McDonald's Customers are booing the new design of the highly anticipated boo buckets, ahead of their official release.
USA TODAY2 days ago
SpaceX astronaut Anna Menon reads 'Kisses in Space' to her kids in orbit: Watch
"'Kisses from Space' is a story that I wrote for you, James and Grace, to remind you that I love you and am always thinking of you," Menon said.
Parade2 days ago
Have you read the small-town romance series BookTok is loving?
The book crazy community on TikTok is sharing the love for its latest obsession.
Variety2 days ago
7 Beatles LPs issued in the US in 1964 and early '65 are coming back to vinyl this fall
The 60th anniversary of the peak year for Beatlemania in the United States, 1964, is being celebrated with the release of “The Beatles: 1964 U.S. Albums In Mono,” a forthcoming…
Popular Mechanics2 days ago
Archaeologists dug up a 1,700-year-old grave — and found a barbarian inside
The relics he was buried with are as intriguing as the man himself.
LA Times2 days ago
Her native plant garden brings all the butterflies to the yard — and local admirers too
Aurora Anaya unexpectedly fell in love with California native plants and vowed to create her own native plant habitat around her corner lot in Whittier. A bonus was a yard full…
People2 days ago
National Book Foundation announces the Longlist for the 2024 National Book Award for Poetry
Rowan Ricardo Phillips is the only poet on the list of 10 that is a returning longlist nominee
Prevention2 days ago
Archaeologists discovered an ancient immortality potion that exposes the cost of chasing eternal life
For thousands of years, the upper class has been “spending their own money to use themselves as guinea pigs.” And modern research is picking up the pace.
BBC2 days ago
Tortoise revels in shell-ebrity status after beach walks
Mr Miyagi has become well known after being regularly spotted on beach walks with owner Jackie Leek.
The Today Show2 days ago
4 sisters share the same birthday ... but they're not quadruplets
All four of the Lammert daughters were born on Aug. 25: Sophia, 9, Giuliana, 6, Mia, 3, and Valentina, 2.5 weeks. None were scheduled births.
USA TODAY2 days ago
Northern lights may be visible in 17 states: Where to see forecasted auroras in the US
While most visible in Alaska and Canada, residents from Washington to New York may also have a chance to view the Auroras Borealis on Thursday night.
USA TODAY3 days ago
'Rare and significant': Copy of US Constitution found in old North Carolina filing cabinet
Only a fraction of the 100 copies of the Constitution were signed by then-Secretary of Congress Charles Thomson in 1787. The one found in North Carolina is one of them.
The Today Show3 days ago
35 Halloween activities for kids and families to enjoy all season
Here are 35 Halloween activities for kids that the whole family will enjoy.
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His little brother dreamed of making baseball team. So he stepped up to make it happen
When 7-year-old Lucas wanted to make the baseball team, his big brother Sebastian took matters into his own hands.
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New statue of Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip draws criticisms online: 'Take it down'
A new statue unveiled to honor Queen Elizabeth II is instead drawing criticisms online for its portrayal of the late monarch. The bronze statue of Elizabeth, who died in 2022 …
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The ancient jar smashed by a 4-year-old is back on display at an Israeli museum after repair
A rare Bronze-Era jar accidentally smashed by a 4-year-old visiting a museum was back on display Wednesday after restoration experts were able to carefully piece the artifact b…
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4 signs you're in a 'functional freeze' and how to get out of it, from a psychotherapist
A functional freeze is a mental state where you feel unmotivated and disconnected. Learn the signs of a functional and how to get out of it from a therapist.
Good Morning America3 days ago
Students raise over $20,000 to surprise custodian with 'dream' Jeep
A group of Virginia high school students teamed up to surprise their school custodian with a new car this week, after raising over $20,000 in just three months. Francis Apraku…

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Lighter Side

Is it worth it? 10 questions athletes should consider if they play on a travel team

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Watch this 7 year old ‘steal’ her neighbor’s husky and replace it with a stuffed dog

People in Iceland are collecting baby puffins in the streets and throwing them back into ocean

Custodian moved to tears when students buy him a Jeep Wrangler for his birthday

Her teenage summer crush unexpectedly came back into her life. 'I felt like I was reconnecting with my best friend'

Asteroid Apophis has the tiniest chance of hitting earth in 2029 – on a Friday the 13th

UK school buries time capsules for 50th anniversary

Stolen Banksy 'Girl with Balloon' painting found

'Scooby-Doo' turns 55! See the actors who have played the Scooby gang members through the years

This mom is giving kids in her community clothes, education, and a link to their Native American culture

12 award-winning underwater photos give rare glimpses beneath the world's oceans

A boy was in tears because he didn't have PJs for Pajamas Day. His bus driver came to the rescue

September 2024 full moon is a supermoon and harvest moon: When to see it

Arizona man blows Lego out of nose after three decades: 'I can breathe now'

What is Friday the 13th and why is it considered unlucky? Here's why some are superstitious

'Basketball nun' Sister Jean, 105, still works every day, shares her longevity secrets

On this day in history, September 12, 1953, John F. Kennedy weds Jacqueline Bouvier in Newport, R.I.

McDonald's new boo buckets just leaked and they're already starting drama

SpaceX astronaut Anna Menon reads 'Kisses in Space' to her kids in orbit: Watch

Have you read the small-town romance series BookTok is loving?

7 Beatles LPs issued in the US in 1964 and early '65 are coming back to vinyl this fall

Archaeologists dug up a 1,700-year-old grave — and found a barbarian inside

Her native plant garden brings all the butterflies to the yard — and local admirers too

National Book Foundation announces the Longlist for the 2024 National Book Award for Poetry

Archaeologists discovered an ancient immortality potion that exposes the cost of chasing eternal life

Tortoise revels in shell-ebrity status after beach walks

4 sisters share the same birthday ... but they're not quadruplets

Northern lights may be visible in 17 states: Where to see forecasted auroras in the US

'Rare and significant': Copy of US Constitution found in old North Carolina filing cabinet

35 Halloween activities for kids and families to enjoy all season

His little brother dreamed of making baseball team. So he stepped up to make it happen

New statue of Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip draws criticisms online: 'Take it down'

The ancient jar smashed by a 4-year-old is back on display at an Israeli museum after repair

4 signs you're in a 'functional freeze' and how to get out of it, from a psychotherapist

Students raise over $20,000 to surprise custodian with 'dream' Jeep

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