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When 5-year-old Noah woke to find his Georgia home on fire, he didn’t panic. Instead, he acted quickly. He first helped his 2-year-old sister escape through a window, then bravely went back inside to rescue the family dog. After ensuring they were safe, Noah ran next door to alert his uncle. Together, they helped save…

A plumber from Liverpool, James, is going viral for offering free plumbing services to the elderly and vulnerable. He aims to help those who often avoid asking for assistance due to fear of being a burden. James, who offers “free plumbing for life” to his customers, says his actions are part of a community effort…

Clarkson said it was ‘tricky’ to smack her children in public Parents everywhere are divided the world over on the issue of smacking, but Kelly Clarkson isn’t so on the fence over the issue. The American Idol winner has said she’s “not above” smacking, admitting, “I do that”, and has even spoken about the difficulties…

Crossing a leg while sitting goes beyond a personal preference or a habit. In fact, it has cultural, social, and historical meaning, especially when it comes to women. While in some cultures crossing a leg while sitting represents elegance and grace, it can be considered disrespectful in others. In any case, this posture reflects evolving…

Following the arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan, who has been charged with obstruction of an official proceeding after she helped an illegal immigrant escape federal officials, she would be “temporarily prohibited from exercising the powers of a circuit court judge” until her case proceeds through the legal system, the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled. “I can confirm that our…

36-year-old Ivan Fandiño was a renowned matador, known for his courage to face bulls dubbed too dangerous by others. Unfortunately, his passion for bullfighting ultimately cost him his life. In 2017, Fandiño, originally from the Basque country, was taking part in the Aire-sur-l’Adour bullfighting festival in southwest France.         36-year-old Ivan Fandiño…

Kidney disease is a serious condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the kidneys are damaged and are unable to function properly. The kidneys play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of fluids and electrolytes in our bodies, as well as filtering waste products from our blood. Early detection and treatment…

Every single cell requires energy in order for your body to function efficiently. The primary source of that energy comes from glucose, also known as blood sugar. Glucose is essential for digestive, heart, and brain function, keeping your vision and skin healthy. Throughout the day, you blood sugar levels will fluctuate. However, when they fall below…

Teddi Mellencamp, a fitness company entrepreneur and co-host of the podcast Two Ts In A Pod, disclosed her stage 4 melanoma diagnosis with her followers. Mellencamp, who was part of the reality show The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills for three seasons, told Us Weekly at the time, “I’m fighting for my life. But also for my family’s life and…

In an unexpected twist, a centuries-old prophecy has led many to believe that the newly elected Pope could be the last pontiff before the end of the world. The prophecy, dating back to over 1,000 years, has resurfaced with alarming predictions about humanity’s future. Here’s what prophecy says and why some people are taking it…