So funny and so true. Humans have not evolved. Dogs and cats are just waiting for the right time to overthrow humankind.
Question: Should I seek out volunteers on Nextdoor for an upcoming Happy Harvesters orange picking event?
Social networks are now the dominant force for social interactions worldwide. Most social platforms give people the simplest tools for expressing…
“I need to cancel my training session today. I had a fall in my driveway, and I’m a little banged up,” read the text message from my client, Cass…
These best pals have lots of fun together and share the sweetest friendship. Enjoy the love these two share…
Anyone who watches commercial TV has seen numerous ads for the memory supplement Prevagen. Lately, it seems they are running more frequently,…
Some years ago, I invited an author to speak on the topic of social responsibility at a large gathering of business owners. Prior to the event, as…
For weeks now people around the world have been fixated on the Royal family especially Kate. Even public figures have the right to privacy to deal…
Yep, definitely not far from the truth. I had a good laugh…
It’s been said that need is the mother of invention, and women have long been those mothers at the forefront of birthing new discoveries and…
G-Bro and Buttons love playing and hanging out with each other. After 11 years, their relationship just gets better and better. BFFs forever!…
Over the past years, libraries have been thought to be on their deathbed as they tried to compete with the convenience and speed of the internet…
"Ultra-processed foods are not only tasty, but they're also good for you," said no one, ever.
Data gathered from dozens of studies that…
“Lunch shaming” happens every day in school cafeterias nationwide. The victims of this shaming are children whose parents owe a nominal sum of…
Improved mood and mental focus and reduced levels of depression and anxiety are a few benefits of healthier brain function courtesy of exercise…
Impossible. Ridiculous. No way. Really? Who knew a dog could fall in love at first sight with the mailman. But here it is; a very unlikely love…
A small number of fallible human beings and a set of technical controls are all that stand between now and nuclear apocalypse. —Jerry Brown…
Last week, we introduced new changes to our user interface. One important change was to simplify the design of post pages and bring all…
A recent post by the city of Slipstream, titled Sticks and Stones, discusses how our words can uplift and bring peace to others or do the opposite…
Between the years 1940 to 1988, there was a popular American game show called Truth or Consequences. Contestants who didn’t answer the show’s…
March is Women’s History Month, so today we celebrate Susan B. Anthony, a determined liberator who championed women’s rights and fought for women’…
A helpless, bald baby bird is found in a flower bed, and from that moment on, the bird and its rescuers' lives would magically change.
I…
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Last night, we introduced some upgrades to your Youtropolis city pages. Over the next couple of months, we will continue to…
Some things cannot be explained no matter how we may try. Even with advancements in technology, a blood test cannot explain what caused one’s rare…
I was so sad to see this poor pup in such bad shape. He was left during an evacuation and had no food or water for a long time. But then I was…
A collection of over 100 pages of Mother Teresa quotations about subjects closest to her heart. She "reflects on the meaning of love, the…
This looks like it could be me, but it can't be me... can it?
Dress up any outfit with this 24" faux pearl necklace; perfect condition.
Teen rebellion is common and considered a rite of passage by some. However, some behaviors, if not appropriately and effectively addressed, can…
When I saw these photos from a Michigan woman’s candid camera, I was amazed. She set up a photo booth that captured dozens of beautiful birds…
If you’ve ever had a passion or dream dashed by well-meaning critics, you’ll enjoy this performance as much as the live audience and judges did…
Usually, men are celebrated as heroes, so chances are 18-year-old Lily Baker had never imagined that word describing her. But when she noticed a…
Another restaurant doing good deeds.
In August 2023, sixteen young Montanans sued their state over climate change and emerged victorious as a judge ruled in a first-of-its-kind…
People fall for scams every day. That’s why the trend is growing and becoming more malicious.
Recently, a technology reporter who was well-…
Several days ago, a 63-year-old man died aboard an international Lufthansa flight from Hong Kong to Munich. According to witnesses, the man…
It takes courage to speak out against any powerful leader these days, but it takes a true liberator to challenge Russia’s Putin.
Alexei…
She may be old, but she's not too old to thrill the audience…
Never underestimate a cat's shenanigans even on Valentine's Day…
Being Valentine’s Day, love is on everyone’s mind. But what exactly is love? How do you know if you are loved? And have you ever wondered how well…
Valentine's Day isn't just for humans, you know. Love is love no matter who you are…
These baby chicks decided to go home with the cat. Their parents are perplexed…
Around the world, the U.S. Constitution underlies the aura of “exceptionalism” that continues to define America’s spirit. That sacred document not…
Almost every "How to Sleep Better" article written advises sleeping in a cold bedroom. Maybe they're right. It seems to work for this polar bear...
I don't know what restaurant this is, but blessings to whomever came up with this policy of love and kindness.
Some classic sketch comedy from Carol Burnett and company. It's great to see these comedians struggle to stay in character…
It’s easy to fall into full-time autopilot. Get up in the morning and do the morning rituals then consult your checklist, be it mental, on your…
I first saw this ad a couple of years ago and was just as moved when I saw it again today…
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The FDA is recalling several products linked to a deadly listeria outbreak nationwide. The products are potentially…
Murphy and Chippy are the most unlikely friends, but that didn't stop them from loving each other…
It used to be that to succeed in this world you’d need to have at least one of the following good luck charms: a higher education, parents who…
"The average person uses just 10% of their brain capacity." I bet most of us have heard this statement repeated over the years. I remember…
Having worked in gyms for many years, I've periodically seen people walking on treadmills backward. This engages the legs and other muscles…
Many Native American cultures call February’s full moon Snow Moon. The Cherokee called it Bone Moon due to the winter’s dwindling food supplies so…
The answer is yes if you have these four border collies working them. Listening to each whistle for direction, they easily herd the ducks through…
Beautiful examples of award-winning clicks. Pick your favorite from these…
Comedian Gabriel Iglesias helps us discern one Latino from another…
We’ve probably all been told at least once, “use your head!” The brain, of course, is presumed to be analytical and thoughtful, the be-all end-all…
Finding a friend is sometimes hard, but this pup has a best pal that makes him jump for joy…
In 2023, an article by ProPublica and posted in Well Street, highlighted Philips Respironics, a manufacturer of CPAP breathing machines used by…
Musician Nick Cave on the power of small actions:
"The everyday human gesture is always a heartbeat away from the miraculous. Remember that…
Too many folks are ignoring the truth. They're looking the other way, either out of fear or feeling powerless. Not this guy. He's giving…
Sometimes, we forget to see humanity’s collective beauty. Sometimes we judge that which appears to be different, out of the norm, or not connected…
Bleu refuses to eat just plain kibble, so his dad adds a few gourmet touches—or does he?
Here's a story about Bleu and another finicky dog…
Need some laughs? George Carlin had a knack for slapping the world up along side the head with his keen observations about life's absurdities…
This sweet story about a man and his horse starts with smiles and chuckles, but takes a surprising turn that takes the relationship to a whole new…
In his State of the Union speech on January 8, 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson declared a “war on poverty” at the urging of Martin Luther King…
In 2014, scientists showed that live viruses in Siberia buried in permafrost for thousands of years could still infect single-cell organisms…
I’m sure almost everyone has heard the old phrase, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” I think we also know that…
Cats make themselves at home wherever they are. The farm is a favorite place for this kitty with her friend.
Professional, amateur, and student photographers from across the globe were honored in the 2023 International Photography Awards competition…
Recently, the city of Sanatana in Youtropolis posted a video called “What to say.” In it, she suggests ways to support someone going through…
If we have something we can share, let's follow this bunny's example. It can be as simple as sharing yard tools with a neighbor or the fruit from…
Longtime friends and co-stars Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin sat down for Wired to answer the most frequently asked questions on Google about…
“What you do for others, you are doing for yourself.” When I read these words this morning, it rang a total truth. I can say with complete…
We show our love by doing things for others, giving our time, or being there when someone needs us. But much of the time, we leave doing for…
"We can look at our behavior, we can look at our thoughts, and we're full of compassion and empathy. And on a human's best day, we can do…
My most recent certification is in sleep coaching, so when I see an article called "Popular myths about sleep debunked," my curiosity is piqued…
Cats have clever ways of getting attention; some subtle, some not so subtle. The kitty in this photo is a feral who's primarily fed by a very kind…
This pup looks kinda like me. I'm going to ask my mom for a playmate like this one. We could have so much fun…
Martin Luther King, Jr. dreamed of ending injustice and poverty in America, not just for the Black man, but for all Americans. As we celebrate him…
Have you ever been looking for your glasses only to find them on your head? Wanda Sykes has a similar experience with her cellphone, and it's a…
Despite those who fight it, the arc of history continues to bend toward justice.
Across the country, nearly 70% of all municipal offices…
These wildlife photos are some of the cutest ever. You just can't help but smile and say, aww. Take a break from your busy, stressful day and lift…
Rumor has it that 3-year-old Dancer is a “professional troublemaker.” But she bit off more than she could chew when she slipped her leash and fell…
One of my favorite authors, Ann Patchett, recently announced that two of her books, The Patron Saint of Liars and Bel Canto, were banned by the…
People say dogs always want attention. Maybe we do. But, just look at this cat's attention-grabbing display. Shameless!…
4" non-stick cooking surface waffle maker. Perfect for travel, dorm rooms, or when you want just one small waffle. Never used.
The average bottle of water contains nearly a quarter million nano-plastic fragments, according to a recently published study.
These easily…
Bad actors seem to have no problem finding unending ways to scam us. The one being talked about a lot recently is “smishing.” Never heard of it?…
