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When American entrepreneur Malcolm McLean pioneered shipping containers in 1956 for his trucking company, it was meant to serve one purpose: carrying cargo for transport. The invention revolutionized international trade and expedited the once tedious process of unloading goods on shipping vessels. The humble shipping container has entered the housing industry as a simple, low-cost
When you ask siblings about stories from their childhood, most of them would tell you about the petty fights they had over the silliest things. But you know that behind those arguments, the love they have for each other is unparalleled, and this story about two brothers is the perfect example. As the older sibling,
While most employers require their security staff to be physically and mentally strong, this hospital in Richmond, Australia, chose to waive that qualification for one adorable applicant – a cat. Meet Elwood, an orange-white tabby feline who’s also the newest member of Epworth Hospital’s security team. While most guards look tough, Elwood is quite the
People with disabilities face challenges every day and encounter limitations in situations that many people take for granted. While the path to social inclusion has been improving, discrimination continues for people with physical challenges, such as those living with Down Syndrome. Advocates have been working for years to raise awareness and reduce limitations faced by
These NICU nurses in a Louisiana hospital are being hailed as heroes for their selflessness in protecting their patients amid a hurricane. On August 20, Hurricane Laura—one of the strongest storms of the century—ravaged the state of Louisiana. It made landfall as a Category 4 storm, carrying winds of up to 150 mph. The National
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson revealed on Wednesday that he and his wife, Lauren Hashian, and their daughters Jasmine, 4, and Tiana, 2, have contracted the novel coronavirus. The 48-year-old actor took to Instagram to share the news about their family’s diagnosis, their current condition, and some safety reminders in an 11-minute video. “I wanted to
We should all strive to live our lives to the fullest, and if you’re looking for some motivation to do that, this 12-year-old Golden Retriever is the perfect model. Despite suffering from a terminal illness, a dog named Theo is bringing happiness to his community and people worldwide. The pup was diagnosed with testicular cancer
They say home is where the heart is, and it’s no different for dogs like Bowie, a 6-year-old pit bull. The pup has been in foster care for the last two-and-a-half years, and although his carers have done nothing but make him feel safe and loved, they also wanted the adorable pup to find the
Dogs can be our fiercest protectors, but that doesn’t mean they’re not afraid of anything. No matter what breed, gender, or age they are, our canine friends seem to share one common fear: loud noises. Thunder, loud vehicles, and fireworks are the most common triggers of this phobia in dogs. They’re also highly sensitive to
Like many soon-to-be-married couples, Melanie and Tyler Tapajna had big plans for their wedding day. They were supposed to have a grandiose ceremony, complete with a DJ and delicious food from a caterer. However, the coronavirus hit and spoiled all the arrangements they’ve set. But even if their wedding didn’t turn out the way they
We want to think every dog and cat has a loving home where they feel safe and cared for, but unfortunately, that’s not the case. Pet homelessness remains a pressing issue in the entire world. In the US alone, there are already 70 million stray animals. Of this number, only around six to eight million
Every birthday is special, but I think we can all agree that it becomes more meaningful when you’ve reached a certain age. According to 2017 data from the United States Life Tables, life expectancy in the country is 78.6 years, but this woman from Oklahoma has long exceeded that number. We bet you’ve never met