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Assembling a jigsaw puzzle involves creating order out of chaos. Whether a set includes hundreds or thousands of pieces, the desired outcome always remains the same: to form a picture exactly like the one on the box. As it turns out, this traditional approach is not the only acceptable method of building jigsaw puzzles. Tim
Three African penguin chicks just hatched at the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore as part of their conservation efforts. They were the first to hatch at the Penguin coast habitat during the 2020-2021 breeding, according to the enclosure. The zoo welcomed them on September 18, September 22, and October 4. “It’s amazing to me that we
Iceland is widely known as the “land of fire and ice” for being home to some of Europe’s largest glaciers and the world’s most active volcanoes. Its breathtaking landscapes boast a mystical quality, which makes this Nordic island the dream destination of many. The aurora borealis in Iceland is also one of the best spot
A house is more than just a place where you live. What it’s really about is having a shelter that allows you to live comfortably while doing the things you love. This lucky couple from New Zealand is living that reality, all thanks to this all black tiny house they call home with a beautiful
Everyone deserves to spend their twilight years in a happy and nurturing environment, including our beloved companion animals. Two cat brothers in the United Kingdom named Leon and Nikita—both aged 21—were recently displaced from their homes because they “were not coping with family life.” Thankfully, due to a massive social media campaign by well-known animal welfare
Something peculiar is happening around Redwood City, California. If you take a stroll around the area and observe the surroundings, you’d feel that something’s not quite right, particularly the shadows. Why do they look so different, like they’re from a cartoon? The shadows in downtown Redwood city aren’t behaving as you would expect them. Bike
This woman’s inspiring success story will encourage you to chase your dreams, no matter how hard the journey might take. When Jaines Andrades got a job as a custodian at Baystate Medical Center 10 years ago, she had one goal in mind: to work there as a nurse practitioner one day. Two weeks ago, that dream
The following story is proof that no good deed goes unrewarded. When this Ohio mom’s three kids all started crying hysterically, she was on her wit’s end. Luckily for her, a McDonald’s worker was there to save the day. Brittany Reed had just left football practice with her children when her 4-year-old son, who was
Are you one of those fur parents who cannot stop saying “I love you” to your pets? Well you are literally making their hearts jump, according to a recent study. We know that dogs respond to affection, but a study by Canine Cottages on canine bodily reactions showed that when dogs heard those three affectionate
Surprises make our lives interesting in fun, but nothing compares to one that comes in the form of a new life. The Bornean orangutan family in Chester Zoo recently grew by one after primate parents, Leia and Willie, welcomed a baby on June 18. Although a delightful event, the birth came as a shock to
At 70 years old and nearly 200 pounds heavy, Joan MacDonald’s health was deteriorating rapidly. She was taking a cocktail of medications to address her many illnesses: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and acid reflux. While many would say that it’s normal for people her age, Joan knew there had to be a better way.
Not all marine mammals get to celebrate their birthdays, but this lucky seal named Yulelogs does. This adorable creature turned 31 on September 10 and celebrated the special day with his human friends at the Cornish Seal Sanctuary. While seal birthday parties aren’t a usual thing, the staff at the facility thinks Yulelogs deserves to